About: Michelle Ng
Weigh In and Win!
It’s a new year and it’s time to weigh in! Don’t worry, we’re not talking about getting on the scale at the gym; we want you to weigh in on the Vancouver Foodie Tours blog! What would you like us to write about? What piques your interest and what gets your taste buds tingling? From […]
2013: The Year in Review
Can you believe it? It’s (almost) 2014! Over the last year, we saw, we ate, and we conquered probably gained a few pounds?! As we consider 2013 in review, the Vancouver food scene was marked by some seriously unique and exciting trends. In no particular order, here are the TOP 10 TRENDS we picked out: […]
Let’s Party! New Year’s Eve
It’s an evening of sparkle, great food and great company. As the host of a New Year’s Eve Party, you need to master the art of balancing: a) enjoying the night b) making sure all your guests do, too! New Year’s Eve is all about the bite-sized eats that can last through the night. Unlike […]
Our Holiday Pick
Does it not seem that December always finds a way to creep up on us? The slow November days of gray skies and poppy-marked pea coats quickly turn into the fervid hustle and bustle of the holiday season. And suddenly, with presents to buy, dinners to plan, and errands to run, we’re bombarded with the […]
VFT Presents: One Day Only – Edition #1
This week, we continue our foodie travel series, with one very special feature destination: Vancouver. If you haven’t noticed from our blog already, it’s no secret that there are countless foodie things to do in Vancouver. In our blog, we’ve taken to featuring one restaurant per week; however, with thousands of restaurants in the city, […]
Meanwhile in Thailand…
If you ever find yourself in Thailand, be sure to pack a second stomach because it’s a foodie paradise! This November, I ventured through the vibrant culinary scene of Thailand and found creative, unique, and delicious food in every direction. On every street corner, in every alleyway, and at the heart of every shopping centre, […]
It’s Official!! VANCOUVER FOODIE TOURS SELECTED FOR CANADIAN TOURISM COMMISSION’S CANADIAN SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Vancouver, BC – November 29, 2013 Tasting tours are just the ticket to titillate tourists and locals. That’s the message the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) shares as it inducts Vancouver Foodie Tours into its Canadian Signature Experience (CSE) program. The tourism arm of the federal government announced yesterday that the Vancouver-based gastronomic guides earned its […]
Eat Vancouver: Local Garden, North America’s First Vertical Farm
Update: May 2017 – Local Garden closed due to high overhead costs. We were sad to see the project go! At my childhood home in Calgary, there were always rabbits in our backyard, nibbling on our veggie patch. These rabbits would settle their chubby bums amongst our rows of carrots and lettuce and enjoy the […]
Things to do in Vancouver: The tastes of Southeast Asia
Banana Leaf Various Locations Vancouver We knew exactly where we were going. We had talked about it all evening. Yet, as my friend and I marched down the street to our dinner location, we found ourselves in the doorway of Banana Leaf. Was it the colourful, welcoming atmosphere? Or the lively energy of the people? […]
Fun things to do in Vancouver: Mocha Matchup
When it comes to certain “M” foods – mochas, macarons, and matcha desserts – I’m proud to say that I know my stuff. Though all of these items hold special places in my heart and stomach, the chilly weather of Vancouver approacheth; to combat the rainy season, we profile the Top Three Mochas in Vancouver […]