From the monthly archives:

May 2009

New World Legends…In the Making

by paulkamon 05.20.2009

What do you get when you put 10 glasses of world-class Pinot Noir in front of a bunch of wine nerds?

BC Brew Review: Granville Island Brockton IPA

by BC Brew 05.20.2009

India Pale Ale is a style of beer that evolved from the “need” to successfully ship ale via a three- to five-month sea voyage to India in the 18th century. Today, we have a modern English interpretation of the style and an American version, using “American ingredients and attitude.” Consequently, there can be quite a [...]

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The Return to The Teahouse

by paulkamon 05.19.2009

Last Thursday amongst a crowd of loyal diners and media, one of Vancouver’s most famous, well-loved, and long-standing dining institutions returned to its storied roots. After a 5 year run under the name “Sequoia Grill at the Teahouse”, the Stanley Park restaurant with the million dollar view has re-launched under its original name, ”The Teahouse“, as a [...]

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NYT On DB And DBGB, A New CFD

by Keith Talent 05.17.2009

This morning’s New York Times features Daniel Boulud on the cover of the business section, giving us a glimpse of The Dinex Group from a financial perspective rather than a culinary one and discusses the challenges of his new Manhattan venture. It’s a good Sunday morning read.
NOT surprisingly, the Dinex Group has a very precise [...]

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Chicago Scores Rare Vancouver Beer

by BC Brew 05.16.2009

^– Storm brewer, James Walton, with Mayor Robertson.
When the Blackhawks won 7-5 against the Canucks in Game 6 of the playoffs, little did Chicago know that they would score something as rare as a Stanley Cup win. And the competition between the two cities isn’t necessarily over just yet…

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The Hamilton Street Grill Turns 12 And Opens The Patio

by Keith Talent 05.15.2009

We seem to be developing a recurring theme this week; Namely classic Yaletown spots that have made good in the long haul. Last night The Hamilton Street Grill and Vancouver’s most popular restaurateur, Neil Wyles hosted a small cocktail party to celebrate the arrival of patio season. They are also celebrating their twelveth anniversary next [...]

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Coffee Syphons Arrive at 49th Parallel Roasters Cafe

by paulkamon 05.15.2009

Coffee nerds rejoice! The 49th Parallel Roasters Cafe at 2152 West Fourth Avenue (named Vancouver’s Best Cafe at the 2008 and 2009 UD Awards) has just added the coffee syphon to their fine arsenal of brewing methods, which already includes espresso, Clover, and French press.

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Yaletown Brewing Company Undergoes Renovations

by Keith Talent 05.14.2009

Quintessential Yaletown pioneer, The Yaletown Brewing Company (and Vancouver’s first brew pub) has closed it’s doors to perform a complete top to bottom renovation, including the menu. Recent encroachments from the ubiquitous casual fine dining chains into Yaletown motivated the restaurant to re-imagine itself. A sleeker more contemporary menu and room was required to beat [...]

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Circa Restaurant & Lounge Opens on the Granville Strip

by paulkamon 05.13.2009

The revitalization of the Granville strip continues, the latest restaurant to open their doors on this rapidly evolving stretch of downtown real-estate is Circa Restaurant & Lounge. Come inside for a closer look.

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Another Fresh PR Delivery

by paulkamon 05.12.2009

Two Chefs and a Table InspireHealth wine list and set menu special; Hart House summer events; CRU sings the praises of beer at Whistler Brewery dinner; Elixr presents Whisky Wednesdays starting on May 20; May 11th; Quality family wineries gather to showcase Pinot Noir; Blue Water Cafe’s elegant yet easily approachable cookbook sings of the sea; Lastella [...]

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Hit & Run – Truth In Advertising Edition

by Keith Talent 05.12.2009

This edition of Hit and Run promotes a product that is dead clear on what’s inside, reveals the secrets of Mario Batali’s Babbo and proves that if you are going to get sick, France is probably the place to do it. I’ll wait while you fry up a bologna sandwich and meet you inside.

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