February 25, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
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Downtown Vancouver has an abundance of quick-and-easy (and economic) eatiers, which I find myself frequenting more and more. Here are some of my favourite food places, where I can take the food to go, which means...to the beach, to the park, to the stairs on the Vancouver Art Gallery, to the middle of the Burrard Inlet by boat, etc. There are so many great outdoor places to eat, you just need to bring your own food.
1. Hot Dog Vendors - all over the place, including the waterfront walkway. Veggie dogs too!
2. International Food Courts - mainly concentrated around the Burrard Street and Pender area downtown and in the shopping malls. India Abroad in the food court at Hornby and Pender is a local favourite.
3. Fujiya Sushi - sushi to go on West Pender. I always pick up a package of Pocky for an easy picnic dessert.
4. Markets - there are many farmers markets in Vancouver (but not downtown), with the most popular being Granville Island. I often speak to the farm growers, who fill in the story and detail of the food.
5. Food Stores - IGA, Capers, T&T (asian), Nesters, and Urban Fare all have great selections of local B.C. foods. I love the soup at Capers on Robson and often grab a cup, some fresh bread, and Ginger Beer to go before heading to Stanley Park. Or, I just sit on their patio and people watch.
February 20, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
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Chambar may be more popular, but there is another Belgium-themed restaurant in Vancouver - Stella's on Commercial Drive. As much as I love going to Chambar (and I DO love going there) sometimes I crave the less formal atmosphere of Stella's.
Don't get me wrong, Stella's is every bit as good a dining experience as Chambar - the food's great and so are the beers - but the mood is just bit lighter.
Last time I was at Stella's was in the evening. I'd never been here in the evening before; it's a huge, happening
singles scene! I likely dampened the mood carrying my 14-month old
son through the crowd, but I have to start teaching him how to cruise a
room some day, so I might as well start early.
February 20, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
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For the best eggs, bacon and abuse with a conscience visit the Elbow Room, 560 Granville Street, Vancouver.
Fantastic value, great fun and enormous portions.
Only those with attitude and a sense of humour should apply.
February 20, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
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If you want to sample that North American sugary delicacy the absolute best place to find them are at Terra Breads ..... you can enjoy your morning coffee and the most fabulous pecan or raison bun in the sunshine at Granville Market, Vancouver.
February 19, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
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This is my absolute favourite lunch deli. A bright, spacious room with a relaxed atmosphere, cool jazz, and oh... did I mention the delicious bagels.
Best bagels in Vancouver, hands down! Some people get all twisted up
over Montreal style vs. New York style bagels (these are NY style),
but I just go for the ones that taste the best.
Thick, chewy and full
of doughy flavour, take one bite and you'll be a convert. The menu is rounded out with homemade soups, sandwiches and other bakery items.
Good food, generous portions and reasonable prices, what more could you want in a deli? Mmmmm... I'm getting hungry all over again.