Hidden away on the corner of Gore and Keefer in Vancouver’s Chinatown, a taste of old Vegas awaits. I’m talking about The Emerald Supper Club and Cocktail Lounge – an establishment known for its deliciously old-school vibe. Walking in, you feel you’ve stepped into a 70’s movie – with its red paneling and crystal chandelier. Moving upstairs you…
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Truck Stop Concerts – Quirky Beer and Live Music All Summer!
Living in Vancouver, it’s hard to dislike beer. With all the craft breweries in the city and province, there’s a draft for everyone’s unique tastes. But only one of those breweries throws a kickass concert series every year for the East Van crowd to rock out. Red Truck has always been one of my favourites (hoppy and…
Breweries and Distilleries not to Miss in East Vancouver
East Vancouver is no stranger to change. The area has had a long manufacturing history that goes as far as the 1800’s. Home to diverse ethnic groups, the area has its own fusion of flavours when it comes to food, and spirits. So it’s not surprising to me, that East Van pioneered the micro-brewery and…
Tequila Tasting Dinner on March 29 at Tacofino
Something tasty is about to happen at Tacofino. The Commissary is having a four-course Tequila Tasting menu that pairs Tacofino’s celebrated Mexican-inspired cuisine with an array of south-of-the-border spirits such as blanco, reposado and añejo varieties of tequila. Tickets to Commissary’s Tequila Tasting Dinner are $49 per person plus tax, gratuity and ticketing fees and available…
Catch 122 Cafe Bistro
Catch 122 Bistro, located in Gastown, is famous for their scrumptious brunches and cocktails. However, their dinner service is highly underrated and one of downtown’s best kept secrets. Catch 122 is owned and run by husband and wife team Brent Kyle and Tammy Siu. The furniture and decor has been expertly designed and curated by…
Calabash Bistro’s new brunch menu
Situated in Vancouver’s Chinatown, Calabash is like a little corner of the Caribbean in the West Coast. As soon as I entered the sound of steel drums and tropical smells invaded my senses. The staff is very friendly and will answer any questions you may have about the venue or the food. Even though I…
Cartems Donuterie
Right in the middle of the Downtown East Side, you’ll find this donut pop-up shop. The hype for this store has been amazing. You really have to follow them on twitter @Cartemsdonuts for operation hours and statuses. It’s not uncommon for them to sell out of the most popular flavours within hours. And it’s not uncommon for…
Save-On Meats Diner
The Vancouver food scene is so diverse. Take a look at the Gastown neighbourhood for example. There are bars that serve $30 cocktails, sushi, Italian, Mexican restaurants all within a stone throw from each other. And on East Hastings, a street that has the distinction of being Canada’s poorest postal code, you’ll truly find Gastown’s…
Mary in Vancity 