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Mark your calendars… Family Day is this February 17! If you’re looking to head out for the day with little ones in tow, then it’s always good to know of a few spots where, you know, they’ll actually eat. So, to mark the occasion, we’ve assembled a list of family-friendly local spots that kids and adults will love equally. Who knows, you might actually sneak off to visit again while they’re in school—good chicken strips do hit extra hard this time of year. When you pile into the family wagon and the cries of “I’m hungry!” echo from the back seat, you’ll be well prepared to throw out some reliable suggestions. Happy Family Day! Anton’s Pasta Bar – 4260 Hastings St, Burnaby Anton’s is a pasta institution in Greater Vancouver, and for good reason! Their generous portions and reasonable prices make it an excellent option for families to dine, and…

I’ve eaten a lot of cookies in my day. But, if I’ve learned anything in my travels it’s that secret of making a good one, depends on two things: An outstanding cookie should always be slightly underdone. While it may look impossibly gooey out of the oven, once that baby cools, you’re going to have a perpetually soft biscuit no matter what temperature it’s at. And that is the sweet spot for diving into those nostalgic bites from when you were no taller than a Keebler. Boosting that savoury flavour. Anybody can dump sugar in flour, chuck a stick of butter in and call it a day. But for a cookie to transcend, there should be full palate engagement, not just the tip of the tongue.    I wanted to outline these rules first because the “Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookie” from Flourist Bakery takes these criteria and pushes them as far…

When the winter chill sets in, there’s really no better remedy than a good bowl of soup. And thankfully, in Metro Vancouver, we’re blessed to have plenty of options! Especially so when it comes to the most rejuvenating bowl of warmth you can order—pho! The Vietnamese specialty is never tastier than on a brisk day, so let’s dig into some tasty locales where you can shake off the cold and dig into the flavour. Featured image: Hai Phong Vietnamese Restaurant Hai Phong Vietnamese Restaurant – Vancouver 1242 Kingsway, Vancouver With a stylish modern interior and TVs to watch sports on, this is a great spot to bring friends both for the social vibe and the pho alike. Known for its light and refreshing broth, the pho here is always a crowd-pleaser on a chilly day. Pho Den – Burnaby 6401 Kingsway #120, Burnaby Pinnacle savoury pho…