DALINA is Chinatown’s latest addition, which recently opened on December 3rd. The vision for DALINA is one that combines the traditions of an Italian café, with the familiarity of a neighbourhood corner store. Redefining these two classic experiences, this new … Continued
Two weeks ago on a stormy Friday afternoon, Roen made her grand entrance. One of the first things I said when I laid eyes on her was, “Darren, she looks just like your dad!” D’s dad is Japanese and I’m thinking she … Continued
Thanks to the efforts of celebrities like Paul McCartney and Oprah, you’ve likely heard the term “Meatless Monday”. This international movement with the simple message of “once a week, cut the meat” has spread to over 30 countries and has … Continued
There are few lunch spots downtown that do it all. That is, make their own bread, all the fixings and even the cheese. Gastown’s The Smallflower Cafe, a bright, high-ceilinged lunch spot, gluten-free bake shop and mini market, hand-makes all of … Continued
Still plant-based and pregnant over here! Less than three weeks until we meet this little person who has been kicking up a storm. I think he or she wants out… Am I ready? YES! I’ve never been more excited. House-wise, however, … Continued
If you’re off animal products, this means many of the candies you may be used to eating are now on your no-no list. Surprised? I was too! Conventional candies are made with gelatin, which comes from the skin, bones and … Continued
After several months of anticipation, Virtuous Pie, Vancouver’s first plant-based pizza and ice cream restaurant, is now open in Chinatown. Chef Jim Vesal, has been working on his outside-the-box menu since the fall of 2015 and says he wants to … Continued
It’s September and school has begun…but this does not mean summer is over! The first day of Autumn is September 22nd. Let’s milk the season, shall we? One way to keep the summer fun alive is by visiting Chinatown’s new … Continued
PIZZA AND ICE CREAM RESTAURANT OPENS SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Virtuous Pie, opening Saturday, September 10th in Chinatown, is an elevated fast-casual restaurant, focused on handcrafted plant-based pizzas, non-dairy ice creams, and seasonal salads, featuring local beer and wine on tap. … Continued
Shira Blustein and Scott Lewis, owners of Vancouver’s celebrated vegetarian restaurant, The Acorn, have secured a location for their next big project, The Arbor. Located at 3941 Main Street, just a few doors down from their current home, this new eatery will offer fast-casual vegetarian and vegan food for … Continued
