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RedBeef noodle Kitchen premium red beef noodle soup serving ritual

RedBeef noodle Kitchen premium Taiwanese restaurant

November 1, 2019 0

RedBeef noodle Kitchen serves authentic Taiwanese food, but everyone mention their price whenever this restaurant is talked about. It seems like customers are always willing to eat sub-par food in exchange for a lower price point. In my experience in talking to restaurant owners, I found out that the last little extra mile of quality always requires a disproportionate large amount of effort. I don't think RedBeef is expensive for the quality they provide.

Nemesis coffee downtown brunch

October 31, 2019 0

Nemesis Coffee was worth the trip. The two-page menu looks simple, but the flavour of toppings really compliment each other. I heard their brekky sando and french toast are really well made, and that is what I am going to order next time. The cost of $14 per person including drinks is not that expensive either. Nemesis Coffee is one of the best brunch places in town, and I encourage everyone to go and enjoy a lazy weekend morning.

Snow Angel Cafe Snow Dirty Chocolate top

Snow Angel Cafe Extravagant Korean Dessert in Burnaby

October 30, 2019 0

Snow Angel Cafe may not have a business philosophy, but they really captured the heart of many customers with their beautifully presented desserts. Everything we have ordered was created with a very high standard that they don't just taste good, but also very exciting to look at. I know their bingsoos are also very beautiful but didn't have a chance to try them during this visit. We would definitely come back for it.

Grand Chinese Restaurant Fish Fillet In Chili Broth

Grand Chinese Restaurant Ambitious Name but Disappointing Food

October 29, 2019 0

The menu here is like a patchwork with no focus. This tells me they can make everything, but does not excel in anything. It's kind of like an upgraded version of a Cantonese Cafe. They serve Southern Chinese cuisine like Szechuan food that is not spicy and Shanghai food that is not delicate. They also serve Northern Chinese cuisine like pancakes and noodles that I did not dare to try. The price of $26 per person is simply too high for the poor quality of food.

Meat and Bread Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich Inside

Meat & Bread Artisanal Sandwich Shop in Vancouver

October 28, 2019 0

Meat & Bread serve very well crafted sandwiches. They are focused on sandwiches and do this niche very well. This place is perfect to grab a high quality quick bite. The credit card machine defaults to a 15% tips and I think it's worth it because they have a staff going around collecting the plates. I like the simple whole-number price tag. Everything in this store spells out simplicity for me. I enjoy the no-fuss environment.

Macao Doulao All You Can Eat Personal Hotpot in Burnaby

October 27, 2019 0

I think Macao Doulao has pretty good all you can eat option if you are only looking for normal, non-extravagant ingredients. The price tag of $28.88 is a little misleading because you also have to add the $4.99 soup and $1.99 condiment access fee. The all you can eat option will cost $36 per person, minimum. This is very cheap considering the amount of meat we've had, but do know that the meat has lower quality.

No 1 Beef Noodle in Burnaby House Traditional Railway Bento

No. 1 Beef Noodle House Taiwanese Cuisine in Burnaby

October 26, 2019 0

We arrived at No1 Beef Noodle House and realized their new menu looks very similar to Myst Asian Fusion on Kingsway. Then I found out the owners of these two restaurants are brothers. I am very troubled by how they added the Northern Chinese dumplings and cold flat noodles on their menu. Seriously, what is Northern Chinese food items doing in an authentic Taiwanese restaurant's menu? I'm not sure if this is the first step of No1 Beef Noodle House turning into a do-it-all Taiwanese Cafe. In terms of food, the items we ordered still has good Taiwanese flavour. The mini lamb hotpot still tastes as good as before. I hope they continue to strive in the things they are good at, and not sway too far from their origin.

Noel Deboned Serrano Ham Wooden ham stand

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October 25, 2019 0

This delectable charcuterie has a high fat content. We opened a bottle of red wine for pairing so it doesn’t get too monotone. With good companies among friends everyone took turn in carving. Noel’s Serrano ham became the totemic element of our party. Even though it was our first time carving a ham, the $89.99 is well worth the price tag. Think about how much you have to pay for a few slices of Spanish cured ham at the store. The Noel’s Serrano ham is a thanksgiving seasonal item at Costco with limited quantity. If you want to give your guest a different experience this holiday, make sure you snatch this unique item as they become available.

Basil Box Subway-Styled SouthEast Asian Fast Food Lemongrass Chicken with Penang Curry

Basil Box Franchise Healthy South East Asian Fast Food

October 24, 2019 0

The food at Basil Box is tasty, but the flavour profile was a little bland for people who are used to higher sodium Asian food with a punch. I like how simple it is to order with no item on the menu that would cost you extra. Even a first-timer like me can have a pleasant ordering experience with a little help from the server. For $11.95 a box, it is a little expensive with the small portion. However, Basil Box is a healthy South Eastern Asian food alternative so it is really up to the individual's opinion whether they are worth it.

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