Ronald Marquez, Author at West Coast Food

Chocolate, Sweets, and Baking around Metro Vancouver June 24, 2026

Sweet Spots: Where to Celebrate World Chocolate Day in Metro Vancouver

Let’s be honest, do you really need an official reason to indulge in one of life’s greatest culinary treasures? In short, YES. This is a food blog! We are dedicated to decadence at every turn, and we will take each and every excuse possible to make the absolute most of our flavour palate. While we here at West Coast Food try to give equal coverage to all the tasty snacks, whether sweet or savoury, the truth is that we will always come back to kneel at the foot of our dark master: the cocoa bean. So on July 7th (World Chocolate Day), bring home some treats from any of the following local chocolatiers, draw the blinds, light a candle, and dig IN. While it might not be a stat holiday just yet, if we all treat it with enough seriousness and gravity, maybe we can get there one day! Now,…

Festivals & Events June 24, 2026

July Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

We’re smack dab in those summer days now, and that means that the BBQ is at full flame, gelato is being dolled out by the scoopful, and all of our cultural communities are ready to share their passion for food! A good rule of thumb during the al fresco season is if the sun is out, somebody is likely serving up something tasty. Especially so if you’re approaching a weekend. July is brimming with all kinds of edible avenues to spice up your routine. Whether it’s Taiwanese bubble tea, German sandwiches, or Spanish churros, the events ahead will take you around the world in no time at all. So put on your SPF, a comfy pair of shoes, and get ready to follow your hunger across the globe, all within the West Coast. Langley Community Farmers Market | Langley Wednesday evenings – July 1, 8 & 29, 2026 The…

Dining in Metro Vancouver June 9, 2026

All In The Family: Local Restaurant Locations & Sister Spots

In the Metro Vancouver food community, we share our passions with each other: friends, family, and everything in between. On the dining side of the table, we build relationships through food and connection, and the same goes on the kitchen side. However, it might be more appropriate to say that many local restaurants build food around relationships. We love seeing local eateries thrive and open up second locations and sister locations. It’s a sign that the community supports people pursuing their passions! We’ve curated a list of a few restaurants that have expanded their families with new locations and menus, while maintaining the same lineage of warm service and outstanding food. Let’s dig in! Sister Restaurants Bao Bei and Kissa Tanto These two Chinatown hotspots have won awards and Michelin recognition, but despite all the hype, both restaurants have kept their warm, unstuffy vibes. Bao Bei offers upscale, modern…

Shops & Markets June 3, 2026

Getting To Know Local Ingredients at Artisan Farmers Markets

In our travels around Metro Vancouver, tasting, sampling, and just generally doing all manner of feasting, we’re always coming across new avenues of local flavour. While we usually cover the wealth of diverse dining options in the area, there are also plenty of ways to up your kitchen game and enrich your palate at home. Nowhere else is that truer than through the West Coast Farmer’s Market scene! In fact, we discovered a fantastic market collective appropriately titled Artisan Farmers Markets. Organized by the non-profit Artisan Farmers Market Society, the three markets listed below aim to cultivate community relationships between the people who buy groceries and those who make/grow them. It’s all about getting to know where our food comes from, and, in their words, “to create a food secure community by improving access to local, healthy, affordable food to the community.” Local, sustainable, community-oriented, not a bad alternative to…

Festivals & Events May 21, 2026

June Foodie Events in Metro Vancouver

The June menu has arrived! With the bright weather and hungry foodies ready to connect, the month ahead brings all sorts of tasty ways to wander. The summer is off to a solid start with celebrations of cuisines and cultures from across the globe. Italian, Greek, Scottish…with each turn of the calendar page, you’ll get a reminder of what an incredible mosaic of different influences the West Coast is! And of course, along with all those different voices comes the best part of all, the food! Have a scroll down and hop on the foodie express for an edible tour that requires no ticket, passport or bags (unless you’re wrapping something up to take home!) Now let’s get to it then! Culinary Stage | Richmond June 6, 2026 One of the top destinations for fresh seafood, Steveston is a hive of activity this time of year! This lively culinary…

Festivals & Events May 5, 2026

Always Something to Celebrate: Where to Feast on Foodie Holidays

Sometimes you need an “official” excuse to add a little flair to your foodie routine! Thankfully for us, it seems like just about every day of the year has an approved opportunity to dig into every food for every course. Craving a second scoop? Use July 19 (National Ice Cream Day) as your reason to indulge. Ready for an extra helping of Middle Eastern goodness? It’s the perfect excuse for a Falafel lunch on June 12 (International Falafel Day). Whether you want to wait or not, there are plenty of official occasions to keep you well fed throughout the year. Start with these notable ones and a few of our favourite Metro Vancouver places to celebrate. May 21: International Tea Day – Cindy’s, Coquitlam Pinkies up, people! Today is the day to revel in your fancy side. Tiny little sandwiches, freshly made scones with clotted cream… if you’ve been…

Brunch in Metro Vancouver May 1, 2026

Thanks, Mom! 8 West Coast Restaurants to Impress Her With

Whether you’re taking mom/mother-figure out on Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 10), you’re bookmarking this article so you can take her out in the future, or you’re reading this three weeks late and are only just realizing it, the following restaurants are excellent options for showing her a thoughtful gesture. Each one offers a delectable menu and the opportunity to get a little fancy, which will make mom feel like you really went above and beyond. Word to the wise, though, make sure you arrive with a reservation secured! You don’t want to promise one thing, and then have to endure her giving you the *glare* in the waiting area for an hour. Let’s explore a few always reliable options for showing her Metro Vancouver’s foodie scene! Glowbal | Vancouver Consistently recognized as Vancouver’s top restaurant group, the flagship location downtown on Georgia Street is as much a marvel of…