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Top Picks for Dine Out Vancouver 2025: Best Restaurants to Try This Year

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Dine Out Vancouver 2025 is back and better than ever. Here are my top picks for each price range that I think you need to try!

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Updated on January 26, 2025January 10, 2025Lunar New Year Nespresso

2025 Nespresso Lunar New Year Gift Set – Year of the Snake

The new limited edition 2025 Nespresso Lunar New Year gift set is available now in Canada for a short time so get it now!

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Ulta Birthday Gift 2025 – Lancome, COSRX, First Aid Beauty, Peter Thomas Roth, Live Tinted, Maelys Get Dreamy and Kopari

The Ulta Birthday Gift 2025 options are here and you can choose from Peter Thomas Roth, First Aid Beauty, Maelys Get Dreamy, Kopari, Live Tinted, COSRX and Lancome!

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Sephora Birthday Gift 2025 – Makeup by Mario, Kerastase, Summer Fridays, Laneige, Amika, Skinfix and Juliette Has a Gun

The Sephora Birthday Gift 2025 options are here and they are fabulous. You can choose from Makeup by Mario, Kerastase, Summer Fridays, Laneige, Amika, Skinfix and Juliette Has a Gun.

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Updated on November 4, 2024November 4, 2024Bakery Vancouver Croissant Crawl

3 Must Try Croissant Spots on Granville Island for the Ultimate Vancouver Croissant Crawl

Here are my top 3 must try croissant spots on Granville Island for the Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl happening November 1-21, 2024.

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Where to Eat in Tofino: 5 Culinary Experiences You Need to Try

Looking for where to eat in Tofino? Discover my top 5 culinary experiences that you need to try on your next Tofino trip.

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Updated on October 30, 2024October 30, 2024Japanese Michelin Star Omakase

Sushi Masuda: Vancouver’s Michelin One-Star Omakase Hidden Gem

Experience Michelin Star omakase at Sushi Masuda in Downtown Vancouver – a must-try for sushi and fine dining lovers!

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Updated on October 27, 2024October 27, 2024Brunch

Top Brunch Deal in Downtown Vancouver: $12 Eggs Benny at Glowbal

The best deal for brunch in Downtown Vancouver is the $12 Eggs Benny at Glowbal! It’s a can’t miss brunch experience.

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Loam Bistro Brunch Review: North Vancouver’s Fresh Take on Brunch

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Hi! I'm Ceci and welcome to PURPLECHIVES! On this blog I cover food, beauty and travel through helpful restaurant reviews, beauty reviews, easy to follow recipes and fun travel guides!

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  • Fufu Cafe's Kakigori Might Be One Of The Most Refreshing Summer Desserts In Vancouver

    June 14, 2026

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    June 6, 2026

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$10 happy hour (aka late lunch or early dinner) in $10 happy hour (aka late lunch or early dinner) in this economy? yes! @crabhotlau.vancouver vietnamese food might not be the first thing you think of when you hear “happy hour”, but this menu will definitely keep you interested. the options are: $10 DISHES - chicken wings (not available at UBC), salad rolls, spring rolls, banh mi pâté and egg and lemongrass chicken banh mi $5 DRINKS - vietnamese coffee or some old school bubble tea (jasmine milk tea, classic milk tea or taro milk tea) Check out this great deal at their 3 locations: 📍 2993 Granville St 📍 2141 Kingsway 📍 2192 Western Parkway #vietnamesefood #happyhour #vancouverbc #yvreats #yvrfood *hosted
whether you are a local vancouverite or visiting f whether you are a local vancouverite or visiting for the world cup, here are 10 of my favourite cafes you should check out! from the best matcha to coffee and donuts to croissants, these spots can’t be missed. #vancouverbc #vancouvercafe #yvrfood #yvreats #matcha 📍 nizu cafe (800 W Pender St #110, Vancouver, BC V6C 1J8) centrally located in the heart of downtown vancouver, they have a super solid line up of matcha (including my personal favourite yuzu matcha tonic) and a delectable selection of sandwiches, baked goods and other desserts. 📍 nemesis coffee (302 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1K6) one of vancouver’s most iconic specialty coffee shops, @nemesis.coffee has built a reputation for serving exceptional coffee alongside one of the city’s strongest pastry and brunch programs. the space is bright, beautifully designed, and always buzzing with creatives, remote workers and coffee lovers alike at all their locations. 📍 élysées cafe (6161 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3B2) a bright and airy bakery and cafe offering an impressive selection of pastries, cakes and baked goods made fresh daily. i was really impressed with their strong iced oat latte and their delicious flaky croissants. i was also very intrigued by their gorgeous freshly baked sourdough loaves (which i will definitely be back to try!) @elyseescambie is just steps away from the newly opened oakridge park and is a great spot to recover post shopping. 📍 mello (223 E Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T8) located in the heart of chinatown, @mellovancouver is my go-to whenever i’m craving something sweet. they’re best known for their incredibly soft brioche donuts (easily some of the best in the city), but their coffee and matcha program is just as impressive. there’s no seating inside, so grab a drink and a donut to go and take a stroll through the neighbourhood — it’s one of my favourite ways to spend a slow afternoon. 📍 boketto dessert cafe (3471 W Sawmill Cres, Vancouver, BC V5S 0E3) nestled in river district, this cozy dessert cafe is the perfect place to satisfy your matcha cravings. from beautifully crafted matcha drinks and soft serve to their signature mochi stuffed waffles an
must try kakigori spot in vancouver 🍧 @fufupanca must try kakigori spot in vancouver 🍧 @fufupancakecafe is featuring two limited edition kakigoris as part of @nomsmag ice cream festival returning june 19 to august 3. although they are known for their supremely fluffy and delicious pancakes, their shaved ice is perfect for a hot vancouver summer. 🫐 blueberry yuzu cheese kakigori ($16.50) 🥭 mango matcha coconut kakigori ($16.50) i loved both but if i had to pick i would go for the mango matcha coconut. 📍 fufu cafe 1266 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G6 #shavedice #kakigori #vancouverbc #vancouverfood #matcha *hosted
I screamed a little when I saw the 雞蛋仔 keychain.. I screamed a little when I saw the 雞蛋仔 keychain.. that was my favourite snack growing up. @gotyoualilsomething have the cutest nostalgic keychains from iced milk tea, the classic ceramic cups for hot milk tea, tempo tissues and more. they’ve even got steamed sausage rolls!! spotted these at the newly opened @daydreamfactory.ca @southgranville! #keychains #dimsum #vancouverbc #handmade #souvenir
month of may flew by in a blink of an eye and ther month of may flew by in a blink of an eye and there was so much good eats to be had. here are a selection of items I’m still thinking about in june. #vancouverfood #yvreats #yvrfood #vancouverbc
a seasonal spot prawn feature menu at the most une a seasonal spot prawn feature menu at the most unexpected of places 🦐 for a limited time, my favourite matcha cafe @nizucafe is featuring a 3 course $48 tasting menu (you can also order the dishes a la carte): - Chawanmushi ($8.50) – silky egg custard, spot prawn dashi, shitake, spot prawn, ikura - Crudo ($20.00) – yuzu kosho vinaigrette, avocado, cucumber, pickled radish - Bisque ($25.00) – house made bisque, spaghettini, nori crumb, prawn oil every dish was really tasty and i highly recommend you try it out before the season ends. pro tip: try their new yuzu tonic matcha it’s quite possibly my new favourite drink of the summer! #spotprawn #matcha #matchacafe #vancouverfood #vancouverbc
from celebrity chefs to brand new concepts and eve from celebrity chefs to brand new concepts and everything in between, there are 20 incredible vendors available now @timeoutmarketvancouver at @oakridgepark. that can be daunting to tackle so I did some sleuthing and here are my top 10 picks to check out. bring an empty stomach and a full wallet because this will be a very elevated food experience. • DownLow Chicken - crispy fried chicken @dlchicken • Via Tevere - award-winning Neapolitan pizza @viateverepizza • Lunch Lady - renowned Vietnamese street food @thelunchlady • Peacock - a new Indian concept by Chef Vikram Vij @chefvikramvij • MaKaam - modern artisan Thai @makaam.vvr • Santo Taco - heritage Mexican dishes @_santotaco • Kishimoto - authentic Japanese cuisine @kishimoto.restaurant • Heritage - modern Chinese BBQ @eatheritage • PIDGIN - modern Asian fusion @pidginyvr • BLND TGER - dumpling bar @bIndtgerdumplings • Barnacle by Bar Bravo - seafood dishes@barnaclebybravo @bravovancouver • Feenie's - gourmet burgers @feeniesburgers • Pasta e Basta - Ask for Luigi's market concept @luigispastaebasta @askforluigi • España - Spanish cuisine @espanayvr • Mee Bar - Cambodian-inspired dishes @meebar.yvr • Mello - elevated artisan donuts @mellovancouver • Beaucoup Bakery - café + exclusive dessert bar @beaucoupcreamery @beaucoupbakery • Boba Run - Korean-inspired bubble tea @bobarunvancouver #vancouverfood #yvreats #timeoutvancouver #oakridgepark
a must try $49 3 course dinner in downtown vancouv a must try $49 3 course dinner in downtown vancouver c/o @maxines_cafebar. for the price of an entree elsewhere, you can indulge in this thoughtful 3 course menu that just launched at maxine’s. it features seasonal and fresh ingredients with a great mix of dishes to really customize a dinner to your preference. it was a lovely dinner with friends, and i will definitely be back. #vancouverfood #yvreats #downtownvancouver #prixfixe *hosted
@chezchristophe’s og location is one of my go to n @chezchristophe’s og location is one of my go to neighborhood spots but you know I had to go to west vancouver location to support their 3rd location opening!! you can except all the classics you know and love but also a brand new sandwich menu made in collaboration with chef @danielkim_. new on the menu: 🥨 Pretzel Croissant Iberico - Iberico ham, stracciella cheese, greens, house-made pretzel croissant 🧀 Fromage Héritage - melted aged gruyère, signature cheese blend, house-made olive oil focaccia 🍅 Ratatouille Provençale - slow-cooked vegetables, herbs, house-made focaccia their grand opening is today (may 19!) and the first 100 customers will receive a complimentary mini croissant and pain au chocolat. #westvancouver #vancouvercafe #vancouverfood #yvrfood
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