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Joie Alvaro Kent

by Editor 01.01.2012

Joie Alvaro Kent swears that there’s a baby picture of her out there with a spoon in one hand and a pen in the other, belying her future as a self-confessed kitchen geek and word nerd. Her food writing regularly appears in MONTECRISTO magazine, NUVO magazine, Vancouver magazine and its annual [...]

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Shaun Layton

by Editor 01.01.2012

Regarded as one of Vancouver’s premier barmen, Shaun has refined his palate via some of the world’s most renowned bars. Adventures have seen him competing in the U.K. and France, touring distilleries throughout Europe and the U.S, and participating in internationally recognized seminars. His philosophy is grounded in a passion for history and culture of [...]

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Eric Lorenz

by Editor 01.01.2012

Eric Lorenz is a tequila and mezcal aficionado, importer, writer, educator, booze traveler, and researcher in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Eric is Canada’s first Certified Mezcalier and holds the CSS, the Distintivo ‘T’ Diploma from the Consejo Regulador del Tequila, certifications from WSET, and has been a Judge at the annual Spirits of Mexico Competition in [...]

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Sheila Whittaker

by Editor 12.01.2011

Sheila Whittaker grew up in Osoyoos as the wine region was growing up around her.  She became addicted to wine education partially because the more she learned, the more she realized there was to learn, and partially because ‘sommelier’ has a nicer ring than ‘wine-o.’ Now a Certified Sommelier with a Bachelor of Journalism who [...]

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Thierry Chocolaterie Patisserie Cafe Joins the UD Community

by Editor 09.09.2011

Today, we welcome Top Table’s lastest creation, Thierry Chocolaterie Patisserie Cafe to the Urban Diner community.

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John Clerides

by Editor 08.01.2011

Inspired by speaking with many of his seasoned wine friends and his readings John’s quest for knowledge began. John Clerides jumped at the opportunity to open Marquis Wine Cellars in 1986, which over the last few decades has become one of Vancouver’s best loved wine stores.
John has travelled extensively though Australia, [...]

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Hawksworth Restaurant Joins the UD Community

by Editor 07.29.2011

Today, we are excited to welcome Hawksworth Restaurant to the Urban Diner community.

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Pink Elephant Thai Joins the UD Community

by Editor 05.18.2011

Today, we are excited to welcome Pink Elephant Thai, Alberni Street’s newest restaurant to the Urban Diner community.

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Canucklehead

by Editor 05.01.2011

Canucklehead is a huge food enthusiast, in all its forms of glory.  He has lived throughout the Asia and the US, immersing himself in the local cuisine where ever he goes.  He is happiest cooking and eating with his friends and family and contributes regularly to a number of local publications.
He likes nothing more than being [...]

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Burrard Bridge and Mill Marine Join the UD Community

by Editor 04.19.2011

Today, we welcome the Daniel Hospitality Group’s Burrard Bridge & Bar and Mill Marine Bistro to the Urban Diner community.

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The Keefer Bar Joins the UD Community

by Editor 03.03.2011

Today, we are excited to welcome The Keefer Bar in Chinatown to the Urban Diner community.

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Peckinpah Joins the UD Community

by Editor 02.22.2011

We are happy to welcome Peckinpah, Gastown’s home of Carolina Style bbq, to the Urban Diner community.

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