Taiwan’s Machi Machi has opened its second Lower Mainland location at Union Square Plaza in Richmond, BC. To mark the opening of the new store, this location will serve the newest Japan’s Shizuoka Matcha Series on the menu. Japan’s Shizuoka Matcha Series Matcha is often produced in the Southern parts of Japan and Machi Machi’s…
Category: Richmond
The Story Cafe is Richmond’s must go for brunch and dinner
The Story Cafe is making a name for itself in Richmond’s brunch and dinner scene. From its famous fried chicken bennies to the $30 New York Surf and Turf, the food is hotel quality because it is prepared by chefs from Fairmount, Westin, Hyatt and more. Brunch items to order Fried Chicken Bennies The crispy…
Kun’s Omakase Bar is Steveston’s Best Kept Secret for Japanese food
Kun’s Omakase Bar‘s name says it all – they offer Japanese food that is focused on highlighting the quality of different fish and seafood. Their Chef Special Omakase is not available right now due to Covid-19 but their menu has a variety of delectable bites. New Winter Menu Items Sun Seeker Oysters with Caviar &…
bb.Q Chicken is Coquitlam’s newest Korean fried chicken franchise
Originating from Seoul, South Korea, bb.q Chicken is the latest Korean fried chicken restaurant in Coquitlam. Their brand’s appearance on Crashing Landing on You has created a large following causing 1 hour take out wait times. They also have outlets in select HMART locations that mainly serve fried chicken. Secret Sauced Chicken This chicken was…
Chatime PEAR-Fect Series: Snow Pear Splash and Desert Pear Plunge
For the month of May, Chatime released two new drinks, Snow Pear Splash and Desert Pear Plunge. It is available for a limited time and at select stores. Snow Pear Splash Sweet and mellow flavour of snow pear, served in a green tea base. Chatime Canada At 30% sweetness and light ice, the drink had…
The Baker Box: baked goods made by local Vancouver bakers
The Baker Box brings a refreshing take on desserts by offering 6 delicious pastries baked by local Vancouver bakers. They recently launched and I got to try their Mother’s Day themed box. Sakura Mochi Brownie Baked by Leanne Unlike the American fudgy style, this mochi brownie is made with rice flour and chickpeas which gives…
BlackBall | Taiwanese Dessert in Richmond
BlackBall is located in the Union Square Mall in Richmond. They are known for serving grass jelly, chewy taro and sweet potato balls and great matcha toppings! BlackBall Grass Jelly This is the classic dessert you must try to get the full BlackBall experience. The scoop of icy grass jelly was delicate in texture but…
Ember Indian Kitchen | African & Indian Fusion Food
Located on the edge of Steveston, Ember Indian Kitchen is serving Indian food that has East African influences. The owner, Mr. Amin Sunderji, is a kind soul and he helped us choose what to eat! Small Share Plates Spinach Bhajia (must try!) This dish is made by Mr. Sundreji’s wife! She takes fresh spinach and…
The Alley | New Bubble Tea Store in Richmond
The Alley is opening their second store in BC in the Union Square Shopping Centre! Signature Brown Sugar Deerioca Series The Alley is famous for their Signature Brown Sugar Deerioca Series! Each batch of pearls take 2 hours to make and they are cooked in brown sugar which gives the drink a beautiful caramel flavour….
Vancouver Coffee Drink Challenge | Hosted by Vanfoodster
I had the honour to take part in Vanfoodster’s Coffee Drink Challenge and I got the opportunity to learn more about each coffee shop and its drink creation. Note: Order does not determine preference. Participate #1: The Belgian Chocolate Cafe The Belgian Chocolate Cafe created the Ruby-Blossom Cappuccino where Australian roasted coffee beans paired with…
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