We are on the hunt for a new spot for lunch in Bellingham since our last visit to Keenan’s wasn’t great at all. After a quick Google search I narrowed it […]
Alcohol / wine
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Three Jailbirds Cabernet Sauvignon
Review of Three Jailbirds Cabernet Sauvignon Three Jailbirds Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine that offers a great balance of approachability and character, making it a solid choice for both casual wine […]
New Westminster / Sushi
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Ki Sushi
It’s been a little while since we’ve had sushi and we have a bit of a craving so off we go to Ki. This is our usual go to for sushi […]
Coquitlam / drinks
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Cactus Club
Yes I find myself here again. Cactus Club In Coquitlam. Four things from tonight. Excuse the crappy pictures it’s pretty dark in here tonight. I never find too many things to […]
pizza / Surrey
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Philosophy House Pizza
All right we’ve been doing tons of home renos and frankly neither us feel like cooking tonight. I’m getting a pizza. And wouldn’t you know it I found a new Pizza […]
Burnaby / Mexican
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La Taqueria Pinché
Killing some time here at Brentwood and I am a little peckish. There certainly no shortage of options With a large food court, Earls, Tap and Barrel, OEB and Neptune Palace […]
Alcohol / Gin
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Malfy Con Limone
Malfy Gin Con Limone is a delightful and refreshing gin that captures the essence of the Italian coast in every sip. Its bright, citrus-forward profile makes it an excellent choice for […]
Breakfast / Coquitlam
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The Wild Fig
Trying out The Wild Fig this weekend for brunch. Now normally when I think of Sunday brunch in 2024 I think of an à la carte menu type meal. I thought […]
Dinner / Vancouver / Yaletown
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The Flying Pig
It’s been quite a few years since I darkened the door of this particular establishment so it’s about high time I got back to the airborne porcine. And one of those […]
Alcohol / Gin
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Citadelle Gin
A medium body Gin from France. It’s well balanced with citrus and Juniper and spices. I keep this one just for gin and tonics, so the subtle flavors don’t get lost […]
Cactus Club / Coquitlam / Sushi
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Cactus Club
We haven’t been coming to Cactus Club as much of late. Meeting the boys for a little liquid refreshment. Might as well get a little proper food as well. They do […]
BC VQA / wine
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Nostalgia 2020 The Girls Red
From a women only run winery in Oliver, a blend of Merlot, Syrah with a small addition of Can Franc and Malbec. A medium bodied red with notes of loam and […]
Fast food / Port Coquitlam / Surrey
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Mary Browns
Quick late night snack after Taekwondo tonight. Worked pretty hard tonight, need to refuel Since we’re in Surrey and we don’t have a Mary Brown’s close to us thought it was […]
New Westminster / pizza
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Lonore Pizza
New Westminster BC If you follow my blog at all you’ll know we are a regular here. I usually stick with the Pepperani, it’s such a good pizza. But they’ve added […]
Dinner / Vancouver / Yaletown
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Brix and Mortar  Â
So I managed to talk the boys into venturing out of Coquitlam for a night and head downtown, where there is much more choice. I’ve wanted to try Brix and Mortar […]
Vancouver
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The Banter Room
After a very nice dinner at Brix and Mortar, three doors down we found The Banter Room. A pretty trendy, and popular spot right in the middle of Yaletown. While we […]
Alcohol / pizza / Vancouver
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Nightingale
Vancouver BC We find ourselves downtown at the Bentall Centre after a long day of shooting. We desperately need some nourishment. There’s no shortage of restaurants around. 3 Cactus Clubs, 2 […]
Brunch / Port Moody
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One Sixty Wine Bar and Cafe
Port Moody BC Here for brunch on this long weekend. We had heard good about it. Best restaurant in Port Moody apparently. The place is a pretty cool vibe. It’s new […]
Gin
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Gray Whale Gin
Gray Whale Gin is an exceptional craft gin that stands out as much for its story and mission as for its incredible flavor. Inspired by the majestic migratory route of the […]
Brewery / Penticton
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Neighborhood Brewing Penticton
It’s Saturday night in Penticton in the off-season. Shouldn’t be too hard to get into dinner right? After researching a couple of taxi driver recommendations and rejecting both of them I […]
Brewery / Penticton / pizza
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Slackwater
Penticton BC Tonight’s story finds 5 young men (ages 67, 60, 54, 53 and 50) let loose on the sleepy streets of Penticton. There’s gonna be trouble. Unfortunately not in the […]
New Westminster / pizza
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Pizzeria Ludica
And another 10 hour day today. No way I’m cooking. Haven’t had Ludica in a while! Just as good as ever! One bite review 9.1
Bellingham / Breakfast / Brunch / Uncategorized
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Keenan’s at the Pier
We enjoyed our first visit here so when we were down for a Nexus interview we thought another visit was in order. Unfortunately this visit didn’t go as well. To start […]
New Westminster
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Browns
So we are off to some chit chat thing at Sapperton Pensioners hall tonight. After 3 and a half hours OT today I’m gonna need some healthy nourishment before we go. […]
BBQ / Port Coquitlam
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Patina Brewing Company
September is almost here. You can feel a change in the weather is coming. So let’s hit those patios while we can. Not only does Patina have a great patio, it […]
Coquitlam / Greek
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My Greek Taverna
I’ll admit right up front Greek food, at least North American Greek food, is one of my least favorite cuisines. I’ve heard it’s better in Greece. But every Greek restaurant I’ve […]
Mexican / New Westminster
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Taco Factory
We actually are spoiled for Mexican in New West. There’s at least 4 Mexican restaurants in our tiny city with a pub I know that serves Mexican as well. To me […]
Alcohol / BC VQA / wine
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Black Sage
Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 BC VQA This is a big, bold red with a good tannin structure and flavours of ripe fruit, mint and eucalyptus. A multiple award winning wine that pairs […]
Coquitlam / Fried chicken
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CM Chicken
So dinner before beers with the boys. Ok Korean chicken isn’t high on my list, but buddy wants to go so let’s check it out. First up the fries. Not entirely […]
Alcohol / Beer / Uncategorized
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Dark Matter
Hoyne Brewing Victoria This beer is a little hard to pin down. It’s dark like a stout (it’s an ale) but it’s really light on the palette. (like an ale) Normally […]
Port Coquitlam / Pub Grub
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Gillnetter Pub
When Merilynn said we were meeting her brother for lunch and asked where we should meet my mind immediately thought thr Gillnwtter. About halfway and a nice spot on a warm […]
Donuts / New Westminster
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Yum Gourmet Doughnuts
Checking out two doughnuts today. Raspberry lime Very fresh and good flavour but put off a little by the dried fruit. Today they seemed a bit more dense than usual. Strawberry […]
New Westminster / Vietnamese
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Pho 99
Lunch time! Off to Han Lin. Closed for Vacation! Hmmm, haven’t tried Olé Olé in a few years. Let’s try it! Closed. Open for dinner only. Ok I give up. Maybe […]
bakery / New Westminster
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Pamola Bakery
Popped into the Quay this morning. Found a bakery. I’m very picky about my baked goods, being a professional and all. This was actually my second Bakery of the day. Walked […]
Bellingham / Breakfast
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The Birch Door
Well it’s time to hit Bellingham Costco again. I go through way too much butter. But breakfast first. Our last experience here wasn’t great but going to give it one more […]
pizza / Richmond
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Steveston Pizza
Have you heard of Steveston Pizza? There certainly some hype about this place. Merilynn gets it at work once a month or so and she says it’s very good. I’ve also […]
New Westminster / Pub Grub
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Notorious Grey Fox
Stopped in for a quick bevvie and appy tonight with the express intention of sitting on the patio, which is lovely. As good as the patio is the Interior sucks. This […]
Breakfast / Richmond
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The Storey Cafe
I think this is now probably my favorite breakfast place in Vancouver. Okay technically Richmond. It’s a great atmosphere with very good service and very good food. The duck confit hash. […]
Italian / Las Vegas
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Lago by Julian Serrano
It’s been a pretty amazing week of food so far and tonight’s going to be another great experience I’m sure. If nothing else for the view. And I don’t mean those […]
Breakfast / Las Vegas
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The Peppermill
Step back into the 70s with me. Into the Peppermill. From my understanding the restaurant has been pretty much left untouched since 1976. It’s been used as a setting for multiple […]
Breakfast / Las Vegas
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Mon Ami Gabi
This French restaurant located in the Paris hotel has become a staple for me when it comes to breakfast in Las Vegas. The standards have always been very high and the […]
bakery / Las Vegas
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Brioche by Guy Savoy
Quick stop for a snack at a boulangerie in Paris. Pain au Chocolate is a favorite of mine. But eight dollars? Vegas is getting insane price wise. Ya it was good, […]
Las Vegas
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The Oyster Bar
Another of our favorites in Las Vegas is the Oyster bar at the Palace Station hotel. If you’re not familiar with Vegas it’s a 15 minute Uber from the Strip. It’s […]
Las Vegas / Michelin Star
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Michael Mina
So here I am in Vegas for a few days of food, food, food. I’m starting this hopefully amazing food fest at the One Star Michelin restaurant Michael Mina. It can […]
New Westminster / Sushi
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Ki Sushi
It’s date night. We haven’t been for sushi in forever. So now the question as to where to go. I’ve been hearing very good things about Sushi Well but she doesn’t […]