11 Best Restaurant and Bar Experiences in Vancouver in January 2012
In the Best Restaurant Meals series, I curate my most noteworthy nosh from the past week(s) with mobile photos.
After spending 2 months in Austin Texas, I was jonesing for proper Asian food so you will see a theme here. It was nice to be home, despite the gloomy and frigid weather. Good thing the food hit the spot and warmed me right up. Here are some of my most memorable meals.
Cocktail Writing and Photography: The Union Bar and Pandan Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
My ears perk up when I heard that Latitude Restaurant opened a sister restaurant and bar in Chinatown. I became even more intrigued when I found out that their food and cocktail menus are inspired by Southeast Asia. Will this newcomer rise up to join the growing list of the best cocktail bars in Vancouver?
Best Restaurant Dishes of 2011 in Vancouver BC, Austin TX and beyond
It’s been a remarkable year. Looking back at my Flickr feed, it’s apparent that I ate very well. Exceptionally well. Ridiculously, unreasonably well.
Nose to Tail, Farm to Table, or just Straight Up Comfort Food at Refuel Restaurant in Vancouver
The weather outside might not be absolutely frightful but it’s undeniably cold. So you want to duck into a cozy neighborhood joint with a relaxed atmosphere. Ideally, the bartenders will shake or stir up a soul soothing cocktail for you as soon as you step foot into the warmth.
Girls’ Night Out at Hawksworth Restaurant in Vancouver’s Rosewood Hotel Georgia
A close girlfriend and I decided to treat ourselves to a nice dinner on our infrequent girls’ night out. And by nice, I mean we splurged on the tasting menu with wine pairings at Hawksworth Restaurant.
Best Japanese Bento Box Lunch in Downtown Vancouver: Kingyo Izakaya
This bento is one of those fantastic finds that I’m reluctant to share in fear that they would sell out before I can get my hands on another one.
Kingyo is a bumpin’ izakaya on Denman Street that features fresh fish and an innovative small plate menu in a lively atmosphere. They know how to keep the sakes and beers flowing freely. As a bit of perfectionists, they have their salt and rice down to a science – I love that.
