In the Kitchen with Laura Sawicki, 2013 Tastemaker Awards Winner and James Beard Nominee
Last night was the 2013 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards. I did not attend this year. Instead, I was at home battling taxes and baking cheesy popovers to go with some leftover crawfish and okra bisque. Woo!
Read MoreGirls’ 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.
Read More9 Best Restaurant and Experiences in Vancouver in July 2011: Foie Gras Cotton Candy
In the Best Restaurant Meals series, I curate my most noteworthy nosh from the past week(s) with mobile photos.
July 8 – 14
Read MoreUnique Birthday Brunch for Papa Fury at Market by Jean-Georges
I racked my brain on where to take Papa Fury for his birthday brunch this year. We wanted somewhere with more zest than plain ol’ eggs benedicts.
Read MoreWhen a Food Trailer Grows Up: Barley Swine in Austin, Texas
Mobile food vending (in the form of food trailers, trucks or carts) is a cut throat industry and entrepreneurs fight to stay afloat.
Read MoreBreaking Down the Celebrity Chef Restaurant Paradigm
It’s rare for me to criticize a restaurant in writing for various reasons. For example, the restaurant might have had an “off” night, the article might be irrelevant to readers in other cities, or it’s plainly not worth my while.
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