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Bakery Cafe Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Festival

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Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Festival

The Ultimate Guide to the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Festival 2025: 8 Top Picks

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This May, I went to Kyoto and Osaka for the 2nd time, Tokyo for the umpteenth time and it was just as lovely as it has …

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July 12, 2013July 12, 2013Restaurants

The Art of Taste

I’ve always wanted to check out Mosaic Bar and Grille inside the Hyatt but I could never find a willing companion. Thankfully Vaneats came out with …

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July 8, 2013July 8, 2013Restaurants

Skewers and Soju

Met up with  my good friend J today for some quick eats and long drinks. We decided to go to Zakkushi on Denman for some …

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July 8, 2013July 8, 2013Restaurants

Having a Guu’d Time

The weather in Vancouver has been absolutely fabulous this summer! It’s definitely the weather for salads and cocktails on the patio porch. I did a …

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@thelunchlady is one of my favourite spots in Vanc @thelunchlady is one of my favourite spots in Vancouver and they currently have a really great deal for dinner. A 6 course set menu for 2 for just $55 per person. The menu includes a lot of their star dishes as well as some new additions: CHIPS & DIP - crispy taro, green chili aioli BÒ TÁI CHANH - filet of beef, peanuts, crispy shallots, thai basil, mint, perilla, lime vinaigrette BẠCH TUỘC NƯỚNG SATẾ - char-grilled octopus, lemongrass chili sate, Vietnamese coriander, green chili sauce STEAK LÚC LẮC - ribeye of beef, peppercorn sauce, crispy cassava, burnt scallion butter MÌ XÀO TỎI - egg noodles, XO garlic butter, parmigiano, slow poached egg CALAMANSI CHEESECAKE - brûlée, calamansi lime, passion fruit gel, milk crunch You get to choose your dessert and I can’t recommend the cheesecake enough, it was soooo yummy! #vietnamesefood #vancouverbc #commercialdrive #vancouverfood #yvreats #yvrfood
If you love to treat yourself you need to check ou If you love to treat yourself you need to check out the newest location of @hellonori. Hello Nori Signature @parkroyal has all the deliciousness of the OG Hello Nori plus the addition of some really delicious dishes from their charcoal grill and more. I went by to check out some of their tried and true hand rolls as well as their new signature items and I 11/10 cannot recommend it enough. Everything was just top notch and there was no misses. 😋 #japanesefood #parkroyal #vancouverfood #yvreats #vancouverbc #vancouverfoodie #westvancouver *hosted
Spring has arrived @beaucoupbakery! Their new cher Spring has arrived @beaucoupbakery! Their new cherry Blossom Collection is part of @nomsmag Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Fest and features so many delicious new treats including: 🍠 Sweet Potato Mochi Croissant 🍡 Dango Croissant 🍰 Ichigo Strawberry Croissant 🍵 Matcha Sesame Melon Pan 🌸 Sakura Melon Pan 🍓 Sakura Strawberry Cake 🍫 Sakura Chocolate Bar I got to try all of them and let me tell you they are excellent! From flavour to presentation, every item was on point. Stand outs for me are the sweet potato mochi croissant (but if you know me I’m super biased), dango croissant and the matcha sesame melon pan! Melon pan is new to the Beaucoup menu and they knocked it out of the park. The bun is so soft and fluffy and the cookie crust on top is the perfect texture. 👌🏻 All of these treats are available now until April 27! #sakura #cherryblossom #dessert #vancouverfood #yvreats #yvrfood #vancouverbc #nomsmag (media)
If you’re looking for a unique and creative souv If you’re looking for a unique and creative souvenir to remember your trip to Seoul, definitely check out @ddpdesignstore. This store located inside DDP (Dongdaemun Design Plaza) is a large shop showcasing the creative works of a large variety of local designers and artisans. ♥️ #seoul #southkorea #seoultravel #seoultrip #koreandesign #ddp #dongdaemundesignplaza
Did you even go to Japan if you don’t bring back Did you even go to Japan if you don’t bring back some @tokyobanana_jp? There are so many different flavours and special editions now. I’m so obsessed with the Pikachu one! ⚡️ #tokyobanana #japantravels #japan #tokyojapan #pikachu #japansouvenir
This Beatles themed bakery has some of the best ba This Beatles themed bakery has some of the best baked goods in Tokyo. Their spread of delicious pastries is impeccable and there are so many delicious options. The must get signature item is their Gorgonzola, honey and walnut bread. The crust and crumb is 👌🏻 and of course the flavour combination is unbeatable. Conveniently located @tokyoskytree_official it’s a great little spot to enjoy a bite and a coffee with a great view of Tokyo Skytree! #japan #tokyojapan #japanbakery #japancafe #beatles #beatlesfan #tokyoskytree #skytree
with love, from otaru 💙 #otaru #otarujapan #ja with love, from otaru 💙 #otaru #otarujapan #japan #hokkaido #hokkaidotrip
One of my favourite Korean restaurants in Vancouve One of my favourite Korean restaurants in Vancouver is having a 20% off thank you promo until February 27 (25% off for take out)!! @suravancouver and @surarichmond consistently delivers excellent high quality Korean dishes and now you can enjoy it at a discount. I love Sura Richmond for their bbq because it always comes with so many side dishes like steamed egg, spicy beef salad and more. The meat quality is excellent and the service is very friendly. This offer is only available Monday to Thursday and their famous lunch special does not qualify for the discount. The discount is applicable to food and alcohol so it’s a great time to enjoy Sura for an amazing price. #koreanfood #vancouverfood #yvreats #yvrfood #vancouverbc #kbbq #koreanbbq
a whirlwind 3 days in tokyo 🇯🇵 #tokyo #tok a whirlwind 3 days in tokyo 🇯🇵 #tokyo #tokyojapan #japantravel
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@thelunchlady is one of my favourite spots in Vanc @thelunchlady is one of my favourite spots in Vancouver and they currently have a really great deal for dinner. A 6 course set menu for 2 for just $55 per person. The menu includes a lot of their star dishes as well as some new additions: CHIPS & DIP - crispy taro, green chili aioli BÒ TÁI CHANH - filet of beef, peanuts, crispy shallots, thai basil, mint, perilla, lime vinaigrette BẠCH TUỘC NƯỚNG SATẾ - char-grilled octopus, lemongrass chili sate, Vietnamese coriander, green chili sauce STEAK LÚC LẮC - ribeye of beef, peppercorn sauce, crispy cassava, burnt scallion butter MÌ XÀO TỎI - egg noodles, XO garlic butter, parmigiano, slow poached egg CALAMANSI CHEESECAKE - brûlée, calamansi lime, passion fruit gel, milk crunch You get to choose your dessert and I can’t recommend the cheesecake enough, it was soooo yummy! #vietnamesefood #vancouverbc #commercialdrive #vancouverfood #yvreats #yvrfood
If you love to treat yourself you need to check ou If you love to treat yourself you need to check out the newest location of @hellonori. Hello Nori Signature @parkroyal has all the deliciousness of the OG Hello Nori plus the addition of some really delicious dishes from their charcoal grill and more. I went by to check out some of their tried and true hand rolls as well as their new signature items and I 11/10 cannot recommend it enough. Everything was just top notch and there was no misses. 😋 #japanesefood #parkroyal #vancouverfood #yvreats #vancouverbc #vancouverfoodie #westvancouver *hosted
Spring has arrived @beaucoupbakery! Their new cher Spring has arrived @beaucoupbakery! Their new cherry Blossom Collection is part of @nomsmag Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Fest and features so many delicious new treats including: 🍠 Sweet Potato Mochi Croissant 🍡 Dango Croissant 🍰 Ichigo Strawberry Croissant 🍵 Matcha Sesame Melon Pan 🌸 Sakura Melon Pan 🍓 Sakura Strawberry Cake 🍫 Sakura Chocolate Bar I got to try all of them and let me tell you they are excellent! From flavour to presentation, every item was on point. Stand outs for me are the sweet potato mochi croissant (but if you know me I’m super biased), dango croissant and the matcha sesame melon pan! Melon pan is new to the Beaucoup menu and they knocked it out of the park. The bun is so soft and fluffy and the cookie crust on top is the perfect texture. 👌🏻 All of these treats are available now until April 27! #sakura #cherryblossom #dessert #vancouverfood #yvreats #yvrfood #vancouverbc #nomsmag (media)
If you’re looking for a unique and creative souv If you’re looking for a unique and creative souvenir to remember your trip to Seoul, definitely check out @ddpdesignstore. This store located inside DDP (Dongdaemun Design Plaza) is a large shop showcasing the creative works of a large variety of local designers and artisans. ♥️ #seoul #southkorea #seoultravel #seoultrip #koreandesign #ddp #dongdaemundesignplaza
Did you even go to Japan if you don’t bring back Did you even go to Japan if you don’t bring back some @tokyobanana_jp? There are so many different flavours and special editions now. I’m so obsessed with the Pikachu one! ⚡️ #tokyobanana #japantravels #japan #tokyojapan #pikachu #japansouvenir
This Beatles themed bakery has some of the best ba This Beatles themed bakery has some of the best baked goods in Tokyo. Their spread of delicious pastries is impeccable and there are so many delicious options. The must get signature item is their Gorgonzola, honey and walnut bread. The crust and crumb is 👌🏻 and of course the flavour combination is unbeatable. Conveniently located @tokyoskytree_official it’s a great little spot to enjoy a bite and a coffee with a great view of Tokyo Skytree! #japan #tokyojapan #japanbakery #japancafe #beatles #beatlesfan #tokyoskytree #skytree
with love, from otaru 💙 #otaru #otarujapan #ja with love, from otaru 💙 #otaru #otarujapan #japan #hokkaido #hokkaidotrip
One of my favourite Korean restaurants in Vancouve One of my favourite Korean restaurants in Vancouver is having a 20% off thank you promo until February 27 (25% off for take out)!! @suravancouver and @surarichmond consistently delivers excellent high quality Korean dishes and now you can enjoy it at a discount. I love Sura Richmond for their bbq because it always comes with so many side dishes like steamed egg, spicy beef salad and more. The meat quality is excellent and the service is very friendly. This offer is only available Monday to Thursday and their famous lunch special does not qualify for the discount. The discount is applicable to food and alcohol so it’s a great time to enjoy Sura for an amazing price. #koreanfood #vancouverfood #yvreats #yvrfood #vancouverbc #kbbq #koreanbbq
a whirlwind 3 days in tokyo 🇯🇵 #tokyo #tok a whirlwind 3 days in tokyo 🇯🇵 #tokyo #tokyojapan #japantravel
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