Dim Sum in Richmond, BC (Chicago Tribune – Travel)
Click here to read my story in The Chicago Tribune about the burgeoning Hong Kong ex-pat community in Richmond, BC. BONUS: Here’s a video version of my story:
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Group Tour: Vancouver
[Note: this tour is no longer being sold, but it will give you an idea of the types of tours I can organize] After our successful (and incredibly delicious) eating and drinking trip to New Orleans in March, I’ve decided to plan another group trip. This time, we’re going to visit one of my favorite … Continued
The Best Indian Restaurant in N. America (Chicago Tribune – Travel)
Click here to read my profile of Vikram Vij, Chef/Owner of Vij’s in Vancouver – in my opinion, the best Indian restaurant in North America.
Best Xiao Long Bao in Vancouver?
The perfect soup dumpling at SuHang in Richmond, BC Richmond, BC – Say all you want about the San Gabriel Valley outside of L.A. and Flushing, Queens; for my money, I’m heading back to Vancouver (well, the suburb of Richmond, actually) the next time I’m jones-ing for some xiao long bao. These prized soup dumplings, … Continued
Oh Vancouver…
VANCOUVER, BC – I had barely made my way through customs, when hunger struck. I realized that I hadn’t had time to polish off my usual at O’Hare, a torta or a mollete from the Tortas Frontera stand, so I ate the puny graham cracker they gave me on the airplane, and then just hurried … Continued
Vij’s
“Quite simply, the best Indian food in North America.” No reservations – if a table is impossible on a given night, sibling Rangoli next door will provide a great, more casual meal. Vij’s 1480 W 11th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1; (+1) 604-736-6664
Nicli Antica Pizzeria
Authentic Neapolitan pizza made with love in an Acunto oven from Naples. Nicli Antica Pizzeria 62 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1K3; (+1) 604-669-6985
L’Abattoir
Chef Lee Cooper’s French dishes are sophisticated and ultra-fancy; the Gastown destination would make for a romantic evening out. The restaurant was built in the 19th Century and is the site of Vancouver’s first jail. Originally buttressed to the city’s main butchery and meat packing district, the name L’Abattoir pays homage to the neighborhood’s colourful past. … Continued
Bao Bei Chinese Brasserie
Chinatown street food, served with a witty twist in a hipster room. Bao Bei Chinese Brasserie 163 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X3; (+1) 604-688-0876
Izakayas Are Among Many Vancouver Originals
Chicago restaurateurs have been trying – in vain – to jump-start the izakaya trend here, but it hasn’t worked, at least not yet. These Japanese pubs are more lively than the typical sushi joint, with boisterous crowds, excellent sake and beer lists, and food options that go far beyond spicy tuna rolls. Masu Izakaya … Continued