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Take your date wine tasting, and you can use words like “woody, deep and supple” without getting slapped. Here, the best spots in Vancouver to swirl, sniff, sip and savour. Salt Pair obscure wines with local cheeses and meats at this minimalist-chic Gastown tasting room, or hit a regular Winemaker’s … Read More
From its humble beginnings in the greasiest casse-croûtes of Quebec to some of the haute-est tables in our city, poutine has come a long way. Here, Vancouver’s best versions of the “big mess.” Crave Stop by this stylish SoMa eatery for the short rib poutine: Parmesan truffle fries create a … Read More
You got to watch the football game, but your lady forced a concession of a different kind: You’re eating vegetarian tonight. But before resigning yourself to the idea of late-night drive-through, check out Vancouver’s heartiest, meatiest meat-free dishes. Tempeh Reuben at The Naam The Naam’s marinated tempeh (fermented soybean cake) … Read More
Dinner and a movie. A lesser date for a lesser man. You should aim higher, whether you’re wooing a new lady or injecting some romance into an old routine. Here, our guide to creative dates in Vancouver. 1. Napa North Tour Domaine de Chaberton Estate Winery in the Fraser Valley … Read More
You’re a regular gourmand when it comes to distinguishing maki from sashimi, or gnocchi from tagliatelle. But do you know your bibimbap from your bokkeum? Here, a primer on some highlights of Korean cuisine – and the best places to find them. Kimchi Jjigae Kimchi – Korea’s national dish of … Read More
