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Recipe to Riches: Taste Tested

The second season of Recipe to Riches is in full swing, bringing with it exciting new products from home cooks all over the country. Hosted by former The Bachelor star and NFL/CFL quarterback, Jessie Palmer, this Food Network hit highlights … Continue reading

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Sea-weet Dreams

Continuing with Cabo… In the week I’ve been back on Canadian soil, I am only now beginning to reminisce. (Perhaps to stave off symptoms of vacation withdrawal.) Having enjoyed the luxuries of an oceanfront resort, my thoughts are primarily of … Continue reading

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Indulge at this Iconic Institution

It was a sad day for Vancouverites when Save-On Meats closed its doors nearly three years ago. Thankfully, this Gastown institution was given a second lease on life, re-opening to the public June 22 of last year. We all had … Continue reading

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Cambie General Store & Bakery

Enough said, right? Well, just in case you need a little more convincing to try the Cambie General Store & Bakery’s cinnamon bun, I’ll do my best to persuade you. At the size of a dinner plate, these cinnamon buns … Continue reading

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Guilty Pleasure of the Week: Pinkabella Cupcakes

Cupcakes are still king in the world of confectionary delights, and with the offerings from Pinkabella Cupcakes in Bellevue, Washington, it’s no wonder! Salted caramel, coconut, red velvet, plain vanilla (pictured clockwise from top left)…the list goes on. And the … Continue reading

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A Canadian Classic

French fries on their own are nothing particularly special, but when combined with smooth, rich gravy, and slightly salty cheese curds, you have an irresistable delicacy we can be proud to call our own (if you’re Canadian of course!) Poutine … Continue reading

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C: A Culinary Marathon

If you’re going to run a marathon, you need to train for a considerable length of time. That same idea should be adopted if you’re considering the nine-course tasting menu at C Restaurant in Vancouver. Fortunately, the highly trained staff … Continue reading

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A Little Philly in Our Own Backyard

When I walk by a restaurant with a lineup out the door, continuing past it is a near impossibility. So, with hoards of people stuffed into the entry of The American Cheesesteak Company nearly a week after its opening, the … Continue reading

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Guilty Pleasure of the Week: Truffle Pigs

  Owner Shelley Wallace and I. At long last fellow foodies and chocolate conossieurs, Hagensborg Chocolates has opened its doors. Fortunately, owner Shelley Wallace chose a Burnaby location so I’m never to0 far from her delectable chocolate creations. The storefront, … Continue reading

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Breakfast with a View

That view alone would be enough to put a smile on my face, even at eight in the morning. Add in delicious food, unbeatable service and great value, and you have yet another restaurant stamped with culinary royalty. Welcome to … Continue reading

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