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Craft Food Products in Metro Vancouver November 25, 2019

Gifts for the Foodie on Your List from Lonsdale Quay on Vancouver’s North Shore

By Gail Johnson For the food lover on your holiday gift list, North Vancouver’s Lonsdale Quay Public Market makes for one-stop shopping. Besides having a slew of locally made goods, the market by the water’s edge is a world away from echoey malls with panoramic outdoor views of downtown Vancouver. Here are a few take-home delights that will impress your discerning foodie friends. Giant Lollipops and Candy Canes from Olde World Confections These oversize treats will transport you straight to Dr. Seuss’s Whoville. Not your drugstore version, handmade peppermint candy canes are a full five feet long. Lollies large enough to make a Christmas stocking burst are wrapped with a ribbon and available in tutti fruity, lemonade, raspberry, strawberry, and cherry. Pickles from Kaylin & Hobbs Started by two Vancouver buddies who couldn’t find a New York style pickle in town, Kaylin & Hobbs makes multiple flavours of the crispy,…

Vancouver's North Shore December 27, 2015

Introduction to Lonsdale Quay

By Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism North Vancouver’s iconic Lonsdale Quay Market opened during Expo ’86 as a carnival style marketplace. Almost thirty years later it has evolved into a culinary destination for those seeking fresh, local and unique foods. Recently a crop of new eateries has opened at the Quay, further cementing it as a great place to grab lunch or dinner. Check out The Bowen Island Pizza Company with their amazing thin crust pizzas made with local, organic flour and super delicious toppings. Try The Bite @ the Quay, is a new fusion restaurant with a view, featuring Cantonese and Chinese Dishes on an a la carte and tapas menu. The casually delicious Sandwich Shop has a menu of mouthwatering sandwiches loaded with juicy, fresh ingredients. At the Quay, you can pick up a bottle of wine or a growler of craft beer, bring home fresh seafood for dinner…

Adult Beverages in Metro Vancouver August 16, 2018

Behind the Scenes for Fresh Kombucha on Vancouver’s North Shore

Martin Ebadi, owner of Green Leaf Brewery, and avid kombucha creator, was willing to let us behind his scene to have a look at what goes into this fresh fermentation, brewed right at his Lonsdale Quay brewery alongside the beer casks.

Dining in Metro Vancouver February 23, 2026

March 2026 Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Here comes Spring! And with it, a spectacular bouquet of foodie events throughout Metro Vancouver. Miss Dine Out? Check out similar events in Burnaby and the Tri-Cities this month. A couple of exciting beverage events are on the menu, too, including Vancouver’s venerable International Wine Festival (for those that prefer a sip to a sup). Taste of the Tri-Cities | Coquitlam Until March 15, 2026 This annual food and drink festival highlights over 95 amazing eateries in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody. Every year they brighten up March with amazing deals, from pizzerias to coffee houses to craft breweries. Bite of Burnaby | Burnaby Mar 1 – 31, 2026 A foodie favourite since 2021, this annual dining event just keeps getting bigger and better. Throughout March, local standout eateries and hidden gems alike offer special menus and deals—from $10 to $60—to cater to all tastes and budgets.…

Burnaby September 16, 2025

Happy Bellies: Must Try Fall Comfort Foods in Metro Vancouver

October is right around the corner, bringing with it the season of comfort food. As the clouds roll in and the temperatures call for our cozier sweaters, restaurants around Metro Vancouver are serving up the warm-n-fuzzy-feeling dishes to match. Here’s a guide to feeling good this fall. Pho Goodness | Vancouver Bringing home-style Vietnamese cooking to the hearts of both Davie Street and Mount Pleasant, Pho Goodness has been serving up hot steaming bowls of comfort since 2011, making many citywide best-of lists along the way. Their signature pho features tastebud-tintallating twists including a Peanut Sate version that adds a rich, creamy, spicy profile…prime cold-weather comfort. The Soup Meister’s Nephew | Vancouver’s North Shore Comfort food with a heartwarming story. Back in 2020, Ralf Dauns, also known as The Soup Meister, was heralded as making some of the best soup in Vancouver, among other accolades over his 27…

Festivals & Events August 18, 2025

September 2025 Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Summer might be drawing to a close, but who says you have to head indoors? There’s still plenty of good weather on the way, and these local foodie events and community festivals will have you out enjoying every last drop of sun. In addition to having plenty of ways to feast, the following calendar highlights will have you trying new things you never knew you were good at. A vegan rap battle? A K-pop dance contest? How about a home-pickling competition? Keep your mind open, and your palate ready, September is looking to be full of surprises! Kimchi & K-Food Festival | Burnaby Sept 5 – 6, 2025 20+ street food stalls, kimchi workshops, a K-pop dance contest, get ready for an incredible two days of Korean flavour and culture! Packed with iconic Korean experiences, this family-friendly festival is all about celebrating what makes the country special. Be sure to…

Burnaby July 24, 2025

August 2025 Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

August is all about capturing that al fresco feeling! The month ahead is full of tasty ways to wander while enjoying that fresh West Coast air. Whether you’re perusing the stalls of a local farmer’s market, mingling with your fellow foodies at a community festival, or taking in the view from a rooftop garden-patio, the outdoors truly have never been greater! The sunny season might be drawing to a close soon, but that doesn’t mean you have to dwell on it while cooped up indoors. Get out there and savour every last drop of the season. Start with any of the following food-centric events, and make a few more sunny memories before fall arrives!. Vancouver Ice Cream Festival | Vancouver Until Aug 4 The Vancouver Ice Cream Festival invites you to embark on an extraordinary, self-guided journey through the city’s most irresistible ice cream and frozen dessert offerings! Follow…

Festivals & Events June 12, 2025

July 2025 Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Summer is in full swing on the West Coast, and with it plenty of opportunities to get outside and sample the flavours of the season! From cultural festivals full of traditional cooking, to live music shows that happen to showcase incredible chefs and mixologists from across the region. And every weekend in just about every community, Farmers Markets are bustling with freshest, most local groceries you can find. Steveston Salmon Festival | Richmond July 1, 2025 Richmond’s largest event returns for its 78th anniversary! Join the fun at “Canada’s biggest little birthday party” in Steveston, with the Salmon Festival parade, musical entertainment, historical and cultural programs and displays, and lots of food, including the famous Salmon Bake and festival chow mein. Carnaval del Sol | Vancouver July 11 – 13, 2025 Revel in all the colours and tastes of Latin American culture at Carnaval del Sol 2025. Over 15…

Sweets February 24, 2025

Happy Pi(e) Day: Just a Slice of What’s Available Around Metro Vancouver

March 14th, or 3.14, or Pi Day, maybe a big day on the calendar for math enthusiasts—but what about the rest of us? We tack on an “e” and celebrate all things pie! Anyway you slice it, it’s a pretty good day to get out and explore these wonderful purveyors of the pastry throughout Metro Vancouver. Aphrodite’s Organic Pie Shop – Vancouver 3598 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver Like their namesake, “love” is the main ingredient in all Aphrodite’s does—which includes making some delicious pies. They spread the love through a passion for wild, organic and sustainable food, working directly with local farmers and producers across their entire menu that also does breakfast and lunch. The Pie Hole – Burnaby 7832 6th Street, Burnaby Endorsed by none other than Guy Fieri himself, The Pie Hole has built a reputation for mouthwatering desserts, as well as savoury meal-pies, since its…

Metro Vancouver Communities January 28, 2025

Foodie Events in February

February has arrived with a bit of a chill, but there are so many tasty ways to keep your temperature up! Start by stopping by any of the Dine Out Vancouver events happening this month, or maybe book a romantic dinner with someone special for Valentine’s Day. However you decide to fill your calendar, consider these delicious events where you can dig into the local culinary scene, sample the wares of renowned chefs, and meet like-minded foodies along the way! From dumplings to hot chocolate, you’re in for a hearty month ahead. Let’s see what’s on the menu! *feature image: Honolulu Coffee for the 2025 Hot Chocolate Festival Dine Out East Van Dumpling Fest – Vancouver Feb 5 Tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants in Mount Pleasant, Commercial Drive, & beyond to taste different kinds of dumplings on this dinner tour. Coquitlam Craft & Ales Festival 2025…

Shops & Markets May 2, 2024

Must-Visit Farmers’ Markets Across Metro Vancouver

Summer is around the corner and that can only mean one thing: Farmers’ market season is calling! So grab your sturdiest tote bags, wagons, and baskets, and get ready to hit the stalls at your local farmers’ markets across the BC Lower Mainland. Farmers’ markets offer far more than just fresh, organic produce–although, that’s reason enough to make the trip–these busy bustling spots are valued community hubs, offering an array of culinary and artisanal delights. Support your local growers and producers by shopping local for everything from bread to dairy products, to canned goods and frozen products. Food stalls only scratch the service, however – plenty of farmer’s markets open up to vendors who sell other handmade goods such as candles, jewelry, ceramics and more. From the quaint charm of suburban markets to the bustling energy of stalls nestled in the center of the city, these Lower Mainland farmers markets…

Festivals & Events November 23, 2023

December Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Cold weather, bright lights, and merry-making all over town–the holiday season is here, along with festive food and drink events in Metro Vancouver. Check ‘em out here. Vancouver Christmas Market, December 1 – 24 The celebrated German Christmas market in Vancouver is back! Festive foodies can sample mulled wine, a selection of German and Austrian beers, and a variety of sweet and savoury epicurean delights like Swiss raclette and gulasch while browsing over 90 artisan stalls and enjoying live entertainment. Check event for ticket pricing. Jack Poole Plaza, 1055 Canada Place Vancouver A Christmas Cocktail Story, Vancouver – December 1st – 23rd The retro holiday celebration is back for a second year. Sip on stiff drinks, snap photos in the kitschy insta-worthy décor, and nibble on nostalgic food at A Christmas Cocktail Story. Each visit includes a welcome holiday drink, shareable fondue and holiday treats by Chef Karl Gregg, and…

Explore by SkyTrain Line November 20, 2023

SkyTrain Snacking: Vending Machines Offer Local Grab-and-Go Meals

You know the feeling when you’re racing to the SkyTrain station on a tight timeline, and your stomach starts to grumble. This summer TransLink partnered with local eateries to install one-of-a-kind vending machines at SkyTrain Stations at selected locations across Metro Vancouver. When you’re literally on-the-go, commuting to and from work, sightseeing, or using fast transit to make it on time to your social events, you need to pick up something to munch on quickly–now what if it could also be fresh, local and tasty as well as fast? Hop onboard with your snack in hand, Translink’s new vending machines are here to help. Look out for these vending machines when you’re en route! Wave Bento by Sushi Mori – Burquitlam, Moody Centre, Lafarge, and Coquitlam Centre Stations Sushi Mori is a Coquitlam-based Japanese fusion eatery. Their vending machines feature 12 items, including sushi, salads, and Asian teas. (Crunch roll,…

Festivals & Events September 22, 2023

October Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Fall has arrived, and with it harvest season brings a cornucopia of new food and drink events in Metro Vancouver. Check ‘em out here. Flavours of Fall, October 1 Sample autumn-inspired treats from local and international vendors while perusing local artisan crafts at Flavours of Fall–an international art, craft and food fair presented by BC Culture Days. Pacific Arts Market, 1450 West Broadway Vancouver Cooking with Fred Soofi, October 1 Join Chef Fred Soofi from Pasta Polo on a walking tour of the Coquitlam Farmers Market, shopping for fresh local ingredients to prepare into a delicious three course meal right at the market. Check event for details. 1655 Winslow Avenue Coquitlam Langley Cranberry Festival, October 7 The annual Langley Cranberry Festival is back–and it’s going to be a “berry” good time! A grassroots event that’s been growing since ‘95, the festival celebrates local goods and the history of the cranberry…

Craft Beer in Metro Vancouver August 1, 2023

North Vancouver’s La Cervecería Astilleros Lime Lager Wins Canadian Brewing Award

The El Valle Salado Salted Lime Lager from North Vancouver brewery La Cervecería Astilleros tastes like gold (a gold winner to be exact!) The El Valle Salado Salted Lime Lager, which translates to “Shipyards Brewery” in Spanish, was announced as the gold winner in the herb and spice beer category at the 2023 Canadian Brewing Awards, announced at the end of June. By Marisa Chandler La Cervecería Astilleros Nestled among the local breweries in the North Shore’s brewery row (officially known as the Shipyards Brewery District) La Cervecería Astilleros opened for business at the end of 2020 and quickly earned a reputation as a local hot spot dishing up classic Mexican fare like tacos and burritos (or just nachos for table if you need a light snack) alongside their creative craft beers. This isn’t Cervecería Astilleros’ first time in the running for an award, last year they nabbed second place…

Shops & Markets June 9, 2023

Richmond, Vancouver and North Shore Farmers Markets

Summertime is synonymous with weekend visits to the local farmer’s market. Picture this: it’s a weekend morning, the sun is shining, and the farmer’s market is abuzz with shoppers and vendors selling artisanal honey, boisterous gleaming vegetables, and crusty loaves of pungent sourdough. You’ve got a wagon full of goodies in one hand, and an iced lavender latte in the other. Maybe your dog is leashed around your wrist, wiggling their nose as they pass by the cheese table. Not to get too Nancy Meyers about it since farmer’s market weekends don’t have to be a fairy tale – but there are many scattered across Metro Vancouver just waiting for you to visit and have your best weekend ever. By: Brittany Tiplady North Shore Markets Lonsdale Quay Farmers Market “In addition to the talented bakers, jam makers, and honey gatherers, the Lonsdale Farmers’ Market welcomes some of the province’s most…

Dining in Metro Vancouver May 1, 2023

6 Spots to Enjoy Afternoon Tea around Metro Vancouver

Come in from the rain and sit down to a steaming pot of tea and an afternoon of bite-sized delights with friends or loved ones. Originally a British tradition, afternoon tea (and high tea) has crossed oceans and now spans cultures, bringing more variety to the tea pot and your platter. While there’s a range of delectable variations on afternoon tea, a traditional ‘high tea’ usually features a towered platter with both savoury and sweet nibbles–so you can spend an afternoon sipping and snacking. From cute and quaint to delicious and decadent, here are six afternoon and high tea spots in Metro Vancouver that will have you thinking: this is just my cup of tea. By Marisa Chandler H Tasting Lounge – Vancouver Inspired by the Victorian and Belle Époque eras of England and France, H Tasting Lounge’s Afternoon Tea is playfully named “Let Them Eat Cake!” Available only on…

Festivals & Events April 24, 2023

May 2023 Foodie Events in and around Metro Vancouver

‘May’ new exciting flavours find their way to your plate this season! It’s spring, and with the warmer weather comes longer days and more food and drink events in Metro Vancouver. Check ‘em out here. Lonsdale Farmers Market, May 6 Stroll the boardwalk on North Vancouver’s Lonsdale Quay while you check out fresh locally grown produce, delicious baked goods and nifty crafts created by local growers, bakers and crafters every Saturday from 9am to 2pm, running from May 6th until October. North Vancouver: Lonsdale Quay Market, 123 Carrie Cates Court Tian Jin Taiwanese Street Food Festival, May 6-7 Taste Taiwanese treats at the Taiwanese Food Fair at Tian Jin Festival, a free community cultural event showcasing the multiculturalism and diverse backgrounds of Metro Vancouver through food, outdoor performances and free carnival style games for family and children to enjoy. Burnaby: Tian Jin Temple, 3426 Smith Avenue New West Farmers Market,…

Dine the Line April 4, 2023

The Plant-Based Path – Food You Can Feel Good About

Appreciating the natural abundance of the region through healthy lifestyle choices and ecologically sustainable day-to-day practices are a part of West Coast culture, resulting in an impressive range of restaurants that offer mindful meals and tasty treats that celebrate a plant-based diet, from grab-and-go cafes to upscale dining. In Metro Vancouver, eating your greens isn’t a punishment, it’s a delicious (and nutritious) reward. Serving up more than just salad, Dine the Line’s Plant-Based Path Itinerary features Vegetarian, Vegan and health-conscious plant-forward menus across North Vancouver and Vancouver, all located within a 15 minute walk from a SkyTrain, SeaBus Station, or RapidBus stop. By Marisa Chandler The Workshop Vegetarian Café – North Vancouver Hop on the 2 RapidBus and make the Workshop Vegetarian Café your first stop, just a six minute dash from Pemberton Ave and Marine Drive in North Vancouver. This Japanese-inspired vegetarian café and store is also a plant-based…

Festivals & Events April 1, 2023

April Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Spring has sprung! And with all the new shoots and blossoms comes a fresh crop of exciting food and drink events in Metro Vancouver. Check ‘em out here. Soup & Bread: Tour, Passover Cooking Demo & Lunch, April 8 Enjoy a tour of Coquitlam Heritage’s current Breaking Bread exhibit (running until June 30) focusing on the historical and cultural importance of bread followed by learning about the process of making Matzo ball soup and Matzo Kugel during the Jewish festival of Passover in this mini-workshop and lunch with Chef Victoria Paikin. Details and tickets on the event page. Coquitlam: Coquitlam Heritage at Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Avenue Easter Egg Hunt at Township 7, April 9 Sip on award-winning local wines while the kids enjoy the Easter Egg Hunt, scavenging the vineyard, and enjoy activities such as Glitter Tattoos, a petting zoo by the 4H club, and more. Adults can join…

Festivals & Events March 1, 2023

March Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

You made it! March is here and spring is just around the corner. And so is a whole slate of exciting food and drink events in Metro Vancouver. Check ‘em out here. Bite of Burnaby, March 1 to 31 If you missed Dine out Vancouver, or you just miss it, get yourself to Burnaby for the Bite of Burnaby Festival. This annual foodies dream takes place all month and features local restaurant favourites offering prix-fixe menus from $10 to $60. Burnaby bills itself as BC’s most diverse dining city so there’s sure to be something for every taste. Coquitlam Craft Beer Festival, March 4 Fans of this semi-annual event have waited patiently for its return to the Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club. After three (especially long) years, the wait is over! You’re invited to visit old friends and meet new favourites as craft breweries from around the lower mainland…

Festivals & Events January 27, 2023

February Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Ah February, the month of love. And there’s nothing we love around here more than food. So may we present February, the month of food-love, and all the ways to celebrate it around Metro Vancouver. Hot Chocolate Festival, now to February 14th Greater Vancouver’s “sweetest” celebration returns for its 13th year, larger and more creative than ever, in support of small businesses, local charity organizations and of course, all things hot and chocolate. The region’s best chocolatiers, pastry shops, bakeries, cafes, and ice cream makers are joining forces to elevate the humble hot chocolate into something like drinkable art. Check out the interactive map and see how many you can sip before they’re gone! BC Ale Trail x Dine the Line Tasting Passports, February 1st-28th Grab a Tasting Passport and collect stamps at breweries across Metro Vancouver for your chance to win one of five getaway packages from the BC…

Festivals & Events January 2, 2023

January Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

Like most of us, you probably spent December in unabashed overindulgence. We’re here to ask: why stop now? Here’s a list of events around Metro Vancouver to keep the food party going well into the new year. The Ultimate Sunday Brunch: Unlocking Secrets of a Favourite Weekly Meal, January 8 Level up your brunch game at this cooking demonstration in the Market Kitchen at Lonsdale Quay Market. This class will demystify the fables that make preparing eggs seem such a tricky endeavor, and teach the ways of Japanese Soufflé Pancakes, Brioche French Toast, Eggs Benedict and more – the ways the pros do it. Dine Out Vancouver Festival, January 20 to February 5 Canada’s largest celebration of food and drink returns to communities all around Metro Vancouver for its 21st season. As if 350+ restaurants offering up special 3-course meals for anywhere between $20 and $65 weren’t enough, there’s also…

Festivals & Events December 2, 2022

December Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

More than any other month, December is all about eating, drinking and being as merry as humanly possible. Here’s what’s happening around metro Vancouver this month to do all three at once. Breakfast with Santa, December 3 Get your wish list ready and head down to the City of Lougheed in Burnaby for a little one-on-one time with the Big Man, and bring along your appetite for the breakfast buffet from IHOP. There’s also storytime and crafting for the kids and all proceeds benefit Burnaby Meals on Wheels. At the Lougheed Skytrain Station Festive Canapes Cooking Class, December 7 Put back all those frozen boxes from Superstore and get set to really impress your holiday party guests. Learn to whip up with fabulous homemade finger foods like Pork and Apricot Sausage Rolls, Pita Crisps and Beet Hummus, a Brie and Cranberry Tartlet, and more at Lonsdale Quay Market. At Lonsdale…

Festivals & Events December 1, 2022

10 Christmas Food Markets In Metro Vancouver

The holidays are around the corner, so here’s a list of markets where you can buy those tasty stocking fillers and have a holly jolly ole’ time browsing stalls that’ll get you into the Christmas spirit! By Avneet Takhar Japan Market There will be 90+ Japanese vendors featured in this Downtown Market, including the oh-so-yummy True Nosh Company, Hangry Unicorn Snacks and Neko Fresh Store sweets. Bring your appetite and enough room to pack as many treats as possible- for yourself and as gifts! 3rd-4th of December, 10am – 5pm. Grab tickets here. UBC Robson Square (inside of UBC Downtown Campus). A 5 minute walk from Vancouver City Centre sky train station. Christmas Market at Lulu Island Winery Mulled wine, live music (we bet it’s Christmas carols!), and a total of 40+ stalls- including Coffee Craze Company’s ethically sourced, rich dark and medium roasted bundles, with a bunch of…

World food in Metro Vancouver November 30, 2022

5 Flavoursome International Food Shops In And Around Vancouver

A trip to Vancouver and the surrounding areas doesn’t just mean straight-up West Coast cuisine -it’s home to a bunch of international treats. And we’re here to tell you where they’re at! By Avneet Takhar Duso’s Italia Tucked away in Granville Market, is Duso’s Italia. Duso’s own brands of pasta are actually born in B.C, but they import a variety of foods from all over including Italy and Spain. From Sicily’s own Agostino Recca brand of famous anchovies, Ines Rosales’ olive oil tortas (Orange and Original) from Castilleja de la Cuesta, La Molisana’s numerous pastas and risottos, there’s an abundance of European cultural items to take home! And don’t forget to check out their homemade counter filled with cheeses, raviolis, arancini and desserts including tiramisu. Check it out here! Vancouver: Public Market, 1689 Johnston St Cilantro & Jalapeño Located in Lonsdale Quay’s Market, this authentic Mexican vendor has all you…

Where to Eat in Metro Vancouver November 1, 2022

6 Healthy Spots To Bounce Back From Your Halloween Binge

Author’s Note: Before I start this article with the impression that I’m any authority on healthy living, let me first say that I’m currently writing this from atop a pile of fun-sized Snickers wrappers. Consider this list as more of a self-affirmation that I will one day escape from the frosted-coated clutches of sugar and finally kick the habit… At least until eggnog goes on sale, of course. As we’re currently in between feasting holidays on the calendar, it’s a good time as any to finally make some progress on that new year’s resolution from 10 months ago! You’ve still got a chance to turn things around on some of those healthy promises you made. Here’s an entry-level guide for healthy spots to visit, seeing as time, much like the waistband in my sweatpants, is fading away. Turf Turf is a meeting space, a sweat studio, and home to…

Craft Beer in Metro Vancouver October 24, 2022

Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week is Back

Attention craft beer lovers, head over to Vancouver’s North Shore in November! Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week is back November 4 to 14 with exciting events at a different brewery, every night. Here’s a roundup of four fun ways to explore one of BC’s most eclectic craft beer scenes and celebrate a little while you’re at it. Launch Party, November 4 Kick the week off right at the Pipe Shop in The Shipyards District, at the gala event of the festival. In one amazing evening by the water, you can get a taste of the North Shore’s finest craft breweries, all the while revelling in live music from local artists Jimi and the Antonio Larosa Trio, plus games and prizes galore. Be sure to pre-purchase your tickets for exclusive early entry and first access to tokens and vendors! What we’re ordering: A very special 2022 Collaboration Brew unveiled that…

Adult Beverages in Metro Vancouver October 14, 2022

Braggot Brewery & The Oldest Alcoholic Beverage in the World in North Vancouver

It’s not quite mead; it’s not quite beer. By Avneet Takhar Located on the North Shore and having opened recently in May 2022, Braggot Brewery holds an impressive title as “the oldest alcoholic beverage in the world”! Creating a unique blend that’s not quite mead, but not quite beer it’s not like anything you’ve ever tasted before. This primeval liquid refreshment dates back to the 12th century and used to be enjoyed by the Vikings and Celtics! The word “Braggot” is where the Norse (Viking language) verb “Brugga” comes from. Brugga means “to brew”, indicating that even for them it was the original brewed beverage. It’s a staple drink for a Sunday meal with the Welsh even to this day and is deemed a snug-like drink for cold nights. As fall is upon us, that couldn’t be more welcoming! At the brewery, they make up the braggot with fermented organic…

Where to Eat in Metro Vancouver October 4, 2022

Dine Out in Metro Vancouver for your Thanksgiving Feast

With Thanksgiving around the corner (October 10 to be exact!), the fall season calls for all the comfort food with trimmings to enjoy with the family! Here are our picks of where to make a reservation and show up! Not a moment in the kitchen is required. By Avneet Takhar The Lobby Restaurant + Lounge – North Vancouver Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, Vancouver’s North Shore A bang-up three-course meal awaits with Okanagan wine pairings (fancy, huh!) at The Lobby, and it’s a rich menu that doesn’t hold back in the least. From lobster bisque to Fraser Valley turkey and slow-roasted prime rib, it’s certainly a feast. And topped off with a pumpkin pie is the cherry on top! P2B Bistro & Bar – Vancouver Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver A traditional turkey dinner or sandwich, take your pick at P2B Bistro! For vegetarians, there’s roasted mushroom ravioli and a…