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Japanese Pasta: SpagheTei

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I’m a fan of Japanese pasta. I have it often when I am in Taiwan and whenever I visit Japan. Japanese ingredients such as miso and soy sauce match incredibly well with pasta in noodle form. The usual Japanese attention … Continue reading

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Proteins and Scallions: Chui

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Great tasting food is the primary reason that influences my decision on whether or not to revisit a restaurant. I am willing to overlook A LOT of other unpleasant factors about a restaurant if it serves me delicious food. On … Continue reading

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Cheap From Top To Bottom And Inside Out: Norboo

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Up until last week, I was never able to provide my wife a reason as to why we should visit Norboo for a meal. There never seemed to be any diners inside whenever we happened to walk or drive by … Continue reading

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No Cleanliness = Minimal Food Memories: Vera’s Burger Shack On Denman

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Since there is no way to sugar coat it, I’ll just come right out and say it. Every single physical object in the restaurant felt so unsanitary that it was impossible for my wife, son, and I to enjoy our … Continue reading

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Chirashi Attack! Kingyo Izakaya

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I didn’t visit Kingyo for its chirashi. I didn’t even know it had a chirashi. I’ve been to Kingyo countless times and I have practically memorized its menu. I know for a fact that I’ve never seen the word “chirashi” … Continue reading

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Another New Kid On The Block: Yakiniku Chosun

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Yakiniku Chosun is the third newly opened restaurant in the same city block that I’ve visited in as many days. I don’t think I’ve visited three new restaurants on three consecutive days before; I know I’ve never visited three new … Continue reading

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Yet Another Ramen Place in the West End(on Robson): Maruko Ramen

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I don’t think I need to list the various ramen shops in the West End and on Robson for you to know that Maruko is joining a crowd instead of providing an unique dining option. They must be really confident … Continue reading

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Expensive or Well-Priced? Forage

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My wife and I took the kids to the newly opened Forage for brunch today. I thought that the items we ordered were well-priced while my wife thought that the menu items were priced too high for what we were … Continue reading

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Good Poutine: La Belle Patate

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I like poutine, but I’m no connoisseur.  I’m more of a poutine neophyte. I have no problems ordering poutine from fast food chains, and I’m perfectly satisfied with the version served at the food service counter at Costco. I can … Continue reading

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Context and Perspective: Dinesty on Robson

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It’s funny how a different perspective and proper context quickly alters one’s prior opinions. I was quite enamored with the food I was served at Dinesty’s Richmond location the first few times that I dined there. I thought that it … Continue reading

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