2018-08-24 14:00
Article by Adam Bogoch, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Bows X Arrows’ macchiato has a sharp pungent first taste. Its aroma is bitter but the texture is clean and smooth.
The p… Read More
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2018-08-22 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Smothered in cinnamon sugar, the churros were deliciously sweet and delectable with a fresh crunch to each bite.
The post The… Read More
2018-08-17 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Heavy on the malt with a hoppy finish, this special West Coast Pale Ale’s not something you often find in today’s… Read More
2018-08-15 14:00
Article by Samantha Sivertz, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
One of Amay’s House’s top dishes, Basil Eggplant, features eggplant, onions, basil, dried shrimp, house-made… Read More
2018-08-10 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The crispiness of this Brussels waffle is what makes it stand out from other places.
The post The Waffle That’s So Crisp… Read More
2018-08-08 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Essentially a build-your-own-taco plate, the Alambre De Pastor Gratinado is a traditional Mexican dish with a twist. Part of… Read More
2018-08-08 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The Alambre De Pastor Gratinado smells heavenly as the aroma of seared pork and spices rises into the air. Packed with serran… Read More
2018-08-03 14:00
Article by Adam Bogoch, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The Southeast Asian plant gives the Tumeric Latte a wonderfully lasting mustard colour and pungent savoury taste, and the brew… Read More
2018-08-01 14:00
Article by Be More Pacific Kayt, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Poke & Co. is a recent addition to Lonsdale Quay Market that serves up fresh poke bowls perfect for any meal.
The… Read More
2018-07-27 14:00
Article by Adam Bogoch, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The best thing about this hazelnut mocha is that you can actually taste the coffee. This means the chocolate and hazelnut shar… Read More
2018-07-25 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Thin, soft noodles nestled between a generous amount of nori, green onions, chashu, and a soft-boiled egg sat in a creamy bowl… Read More
2018-07-20 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The Sweet Potato Cake looked simple enough. Fluffy and creamy, this must try dessert could’ve been vanilla from the naked… Read More
2018-07-18 14:00
Article by Amy Lin, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Hi Genki’s Hidden Gems Spicy Karaage Donburi comes piled high with beautifully stacked, golden brown Japanese fried chicken… Read More
2018-07-13 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The shaved ice felt crumbly on my lips, but melted with sweetness at the touch of my tongue. The ice cream was just as alluring… Read More
2018-07-11 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Made fresh to order, the must try Philly cheesesteak features shaved prime rib, sautéed onions and American cheese.
Th… Read More
2018-07-06 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The Hidden Gem Pineapple Sundae was beautiful and ginormous. Ice cream, topped with pineapple chunks, finished off with a perfe… Read More
2018-07-04 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
This poutine is like city-sized carnival food; Thick, hearty gravy melts the cheese curds enough to produce satisfyingly stre… Read More
2018-06-29 14:00
Article by Amy Lin, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
A thick blanket of foam created a canvas for the beautifully perfected latte art, which melted right into the espresso for the ide… Read More
2018-06-27 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Like a sitcom set, The Rustic Rooster Bakery Cafe & Gifts was filled with kitschy trinkets and farmer market finds surround… Read More
2018-06-22 14:00
Article by Samantha Sivertz, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
Chau’s Signature Coconut Shake is a real gem. Get one to go, or stay and chill out at a table with friends or a go… Read More
2018-06-20 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
For the Taco Luis Burrito, the heat of the grilled chicken and banana peppers balance out the creaminess of the nacho cheese… Read More
2018-06-15 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The Blind Sparrow has 12 rotating taps. I was lucky enough to stop by when they were serving Play Dead IPA, a beer from Port… Read More
2018-06-13 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
For the Sweet and Salty - the yolk, hollandaise, and maple syrup could’ve dampened the cheese-crusted French toast.
The… Read More
2018-06-08 14:00
Article by Adam Bogoch, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
There’s a really laidback and approachable vibe about this place. The views of Ambleside Beach and UBC gleaming across t… Read More
2018-06-06 14:00
Article by Wei-Ting Lin, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
The Chai Tea Mousse Cake cuts easily with my fork, and I taste a brief sweetness in the glaze that quickly melts into a velve… Read More
2018-06-01 14:00
Article by Guest Blogger, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
For the Butternut Lasagna, the savoury meat blended perfectly with the spicy, tangy coconut milk tomato sauce.
The post The… Read More
2018-06-01 14:00
Article by Guest Blogger, Food Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver
For the Butternut Lasagna, the savoury meat blended perfectly with the spicy, tangy coconut milk tomato sauce.
The post The… Read More
2018-05-30 14:00
Article by Guest Blogger, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
The winter melon milk tea cap resembles both a latte and a beer. The scent of tea is refres… Read More
2018-05-25 14:00
Article by Guest Blogger, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
The savoury, oregano-roasted mushroom paired extremely well with the brittle Mushroom + Ric… Read More
2018-05-23 14:00
Article by Adam Bogoch, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
Their Iced Caramel Macchiato is what stands out, and as a result, it gives you a whooping dos… Read More
2018-05-18 14:00
Article by Alysha Koh, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
The lemon meringue tart was so aesthetically perfect. The tart was adorably round with the mer… Read More
2018-05-17 00:55
Article by Jennifer Johnson, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
You can’t go wrong with Welcome Parlour’s apple pie ice cream. They use real… Read More
2018-05-11 14:00
Article by Christina Yang, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
Counter-service Asian fusion restaurant serving baos, such bowls as Pork Belly Benny Bowls… Read More
2018-05-09 14:00
Article by Be More Pacific Kayt, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
At The Hoké Poké, you get a generous amount, and the balance of all of… Read More
2018-05-04 14:00
Article by Conor Graham, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
In this craft beer flight, Twin Sails’ Cash Only smells dangerously fruity – bec… Read More
2018-05-02 14:00
Article by Devon Kirchner, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
From the sizzling hot pan, I could smell the cheese-laden fumes before I even laid eyes on… Read More
2018-01-12 08:58
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
But this is a perfect combination of flavours without losing the green tea or signature smooth texture of a superio… Read More
2018-01-12 08:00
Article by Nice to Meat You Mimi, Foodie Curator with Hidden Gems Vancouver - Gems Vancouver Foodies Love.
The layers of smoked meat on this smoked meat bagel were unbelievable – the m… Read More
2017-12-13 10:22
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The sweet tomato perfectly complemented the crisp, savoury bacon, while the tangy cheddar and sharp garlic mayo completed this… Read More
2017-12-06 06:52
Article by Alysha Koh, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The yam added depth to the smoky, barbecued pulled pork. Whenever those two flavours got a bit overwhelming, the pineapples and man… Read More
2017-11-21 16:45
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
I remember enjoying crispy corn dogs at the PNE as a child, and this unique breakfast dish brought me back to those childhood s… Read More
2017-11-08 02:07
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
It’s more like a smooth, rich espresso with ribbons of dark chocolate threaded throughout; it’s a mocha… Read More
2017-11-03 12:00
Article by Alysha Koh, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The velvety sweet cream in the tiramisu transitioned well into the honeyed sponge and back again. A strong taste of coffee liqueur… Read More
2017-09-19 22:51
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Imagine a big, juicy piece of steelhead trout, pan-roasted to perfection to create the crispiest skin you’ve ev… Read More
2017-09-14 00:26
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
A tranquilizing vanilla scent wafts off the froth. The taste is smooth and subtle. The floral notes from the Earl G… Read More
2017-09-08 05:58
Article by Alysha Koh, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The aroma hit me like a wrecking ball: ambrosial, buttery, and lush. I could smell the crackling meat and tomato-like base before I… Read More
2017-08-30 03:13
Article by Cheap Thrills Ace, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The ingredients of this Mongolian style chicken contribute to a sweet yet mildly spicy flavour characteristic of the sauce… Read More
2017-08-24 00:52
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The crema on top of the cappuccino isn’t just caramel in colour. It also encompasses the subtle taste of cara… Read More
2017-06-02 20:11
Article by Be More Pacific Kayt, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
My first bite of the clam chowder had a little bit of everything – incredibly fresh and delicious clams, chunks of… Read More
2017-05-26 14:00
Article by Sweet Treats Joanne, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Rain or Shine's ice cream taco is the kind of sweet treat that you can eat endlessly without feeling like you’ve had… Read More
2017-05-24 14:00
Article by BLTJ, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
They only offer free-range local meat, and the menu is selectively small. But trust me, you won’t be able to resist the Roasted Por… Read More
2017-05-19 14:00
Article by Guest Blogger, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The colour of paradise’s ocean, the Romulan Ale was such a pretty drink that made everyone (including me) stop and stare a… Read More
2017-05-17 18:48
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Once the Pizza Pannekoek arrived, my jaw dropped. A plate-sized Dutch pancake sat in front of me, graced with glorious toppings… Read More
2017-05-12 14:00
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
While the outside of the chocolate orange mousse waffle has a slight crispiness to it, the inside is an exciting mix… Read More
2017-05-10 14:00
Article by Be More Pacific Kayt, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
What sets this calamari apart is its simplicity. It doesn’t come loaded with spices and sauces; it just hits the sp… Read More
2017-05-05 14:00
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
This luxurious, milky cappuccino is surprisingly soft. You can barely taste where the micro-foam ends and where the… Read More
2017-04-28 14:00
Article by Sweet Treats Joanne, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
“Naidong,” I soon learned, was panna cotta. A cube of this was at the center of each slice of the Naidong Roll… Read More
2017-04-26 14:00
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Ridiculously smooth and far from burnt, this mocha leads with the taste of slightly sweet dark chocolate and ends w… Read More
2017-04-21 14:00
Article by BLTJ, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Julienned pickled daikon, carrots, and jalapeno thrust the crispy pork belly sandwich to another level with sharp flavours and mellow cru… Read More
2017-04-19 14:00
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The gooey parmesan cheese combined with the fior di latte makes long strings, and the first bite of this fennel sausa… Read More
2017-04-14 14:00
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Topped with whipped cream, decadent dark chocolate, and juicy mandarin slices, the chocolate mandarin waffle reminded me of a T… Read More
2017-04-12 14:00
Article by Nighttime Nosh Riana, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
This chicken in the Po'Boy was incredibly tender and moist. More than that, it was chock-full of flavour thanks to the ca… Read More
2017-04-07 14:00
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Perfectly golden, slightly crispy on the outside, and beautifully soft on the inside, this pretzel board is a true ex… Read More
2017-04-05 14:00
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The Americano Misto far from overwhelming in flavour. The richness only comes into play during the aftertaste. That… Read More
2017-03-31 13:00
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The chunky guacamole tasted homemade. The salsa added a nice sweetness. And the sour cream complemented them both to complete t… Read More
2017-03-29 18:00
Article by Sweet Treats Joanne, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The concha's sweetness and fragrant flavour built up as I ate more and more of the bun. They were clearly designed for eat… Read More
2017-03-26 18:00
Article by Nighttime Nosh Riana, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The dumplings are flavourful and chock-full of meat and seafood. In fact, in your second dumpling, you discover a whole p… Read More
2017-03-24 18:00
Article by BLTJ, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Finely shredded daikon and crispy carrots mingle with coarsely chopped cilantro to cool the thick-cut strip of deep-fried lemongrass chic… Read More
2017-03-22 13:31
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
My favourite part of the zucchini scrambled eggs was the rosti, which are deliciously crisp house-made shredded hash browns for… Read More
2017-03-17 07:59
Article by Nice to Meat You Mimi, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The BBQ chicken had such a great smoky flavour and was so moist, it literally fell off the bone. No wonder it won an awa… Read More
2017-03-15 07:45
Article by Dive In Devon, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The white Bolognese sauce from the pasta was witchcraft. It was made with light cream and a splash of white wine, as well as fre… Read More
2017-03-12 23:00
Article by Lift to Eat Bhumika, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
I loved the play between smooth, crunchy, soft, and chewy textures that the nutritious banana toast offered. I had to make… Read More
2017-03-10 20:55
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The peach apricot tea latte is exceptionally frothy, even as lattes go; and what’s wonderful is that the frot… Read More
2017-03-09 00:31
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
I don’t know what the secret ingredient at Charlie’s Little Italian is, but they have the best spaghetti… Read More
2017-03-06 09:38
Article by Be More Pacific Kayt, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
In the tacone, the generous portion of deep-fried fish was piping hot. It tasted as if they received a fresh-caught deliv… Read More
2017-03-03 11:11
Article by Sweet Treats Joanne, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
I never realized how many complementary variations of sweetness could exist in one dish until I had this Japanese parfait… Read More
2017-03-01 14:00
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The Penne Rustico's lush cream sauce has hints of cheese, which makes it extra gooey. It’s the delicious glue t… Read More
2017-02-26 23:09
Article by Lift to Eat Bhumika, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
While not spicy, the Midnight Swim veggie bowl is definitely a hearty dive, given the various textures that your palate wi… Read More
2017-02-23 02:45
Article by Nice to Meat You Mimi, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
In the Korean fusion style BBQ short rib burrito, the sauce provided a vibrant, smoky, sweet, and salty flavour that&rsq&hell…Read More
2017-02-22 23:40
Article by Got Me Wonton More Darren, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The mascarpone cheese added a cream-cheese-like component to the udon in just the right amount. The broth was so goo… Read More
2017-02-19 23:45
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
One whiff of the lavender latte transports me to a field of wild lavender. Served in a warm glass cup, this coffee… Read More
2017-02-17 10:09
Article by Dive In Devon, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The first bite of the Skookum Chief Burger is magic. The beef patty is juicy and well seasoned, and is complemented by the hot d… Read More
2017-02-16 03:52
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The sugar-dusted Belgian waffles were crisp on the outside, but soft and fluffy on the inside – the perfect combination… Read More
2017-02-14 10:11
Article by BLTJ, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The roast beef sandwich consists of juicy shavings of 14-hour slow-cooked roast beef prepared in-house, and Hickory Sticks...
This post T… Read More
2017-02-12 06:53
Article by Nighttime Nosh Riana, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Inside, the crunchy macaron was a light, melt-in-your-mouth pastry. The buttercream on top of the macaron cake was light… Read More
2017-02-08 12:03
Article by Dive In Devon, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The braised beef in the creamy cracked peppercorn sauce was as tender as could be. As soon as my fork grazed it, it flaked away… Read More
2017-02-05 08:14
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The espresso macchiato is deliciously bitter, incredibly thick, and goes down nice and smooth. Don’t worry, y… Read More
2017-02-03 09:48
Article by Sweet Treats Joanne, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
A thick, velvety layer of icing blanketed the unglazed Dulce de Leche donut like a dome of snow on a volcano. It had the c… Read More
2017-01-31 14:00
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The best part of the Antipasto Board is the smoked salmon. It overwhelms you with its fresh taste, with hints of lemo… Read More
2017-01-29 15:00
Article by Lift to Eat Bhumika, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - Each and every ingredient of the Curry Burger blended together so well! This raw burger had just t… Read More
2017-01-28 14:08
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Once I cut into the Hot Raspberry Waffle, the raspberry filling oozed out, revealing its deliciously unique quality. From the f… Read More
2017-01-26 13:00
Article by A Taste of Europe Hannah, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Greek spices, combined with the smoky flavours from the grill and the incredibly tender meat, transform this souvlaki… Read More
2017-01-25 10:12
Article by BLTJ, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
The thin golden crust of my Banh Mi Special sandwich glossed over a warm layer of chewy goodness that acted as a prequel to the fillings… Read More
2017-01-20 21:08
Article by Not Just an Americano Adam, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - Off The Tracks’ vanilla cappuccino is incredibly smooth. It also almost tastes like i… Read More
2017-01-18 15:00
Article by Got Me Wonton More Darren, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - The rice absorbs the essence of the chicken oil, so eating the Hainanese Chicken with the oi… Read More
2017-01-17 01:32
Article by Nice to Meat You Mimi, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - Two words for the FD burger: SO GOOD! The patties were not too thick, perfectly pink in the midd… Read More
2017-01-14 00:09
Article by Sweet Treats Joanne, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - My personal favourite is the cream che lung bing. It’s filled with thick, smooth custard tha… Read More
2017-01-11 15:00
Article by Nighttime Nosh Riana, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - The bites of the gorgonzola pizza had just the right amount of sweet pear, savoury steak, and tan… Read More
2017-01-09 09:00
Article by Scrambled Megs, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - Fresh strawberries added a tartness that perfectly complemented the sweetness of the Frosted Flake panc… Read More
2017-01-04 15:00
Article by Comfort Classics Andrea, blogger with Hidden Gems Vancouver.
Hidden Gems Vancouver - A fragrant layer of butter separates each crispy brown layer, making for a croissant that melt… Read More
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