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FIRST LOOK: Ono Raw Bar Opens in Gastown
Update: December 2016 – Ono Raw Bar is now closed. The space now holds Bao Down Snack Bar! It’s a curious case, Gastown. In a city known for unparalleled seafood, Asian flare, and sushi on every block, the presence of Japanese cuisine is surprisingly scarce in Vancouver’s historic neighbourhood. When Gastown restaurant staple, Cork […]
Travellers’ Guide to Cherry Blossoms in Vancouver
From March until mid-April, watch for 40,000 cherry blossoms in Vancouver Although this year’s Cherry Blossom Festival officially runs from March 30 – April 23, 2017, Vancouverites will soon be noting the first signs of Spring in the neighbourhoods. With over 40,000 cherry blossom trees in the city, it’s a spectacle that’s not to be missed. 1. Keep […]
Donut Spectacular at Granville Island
This weekend, Granville Island hosts the annual Winterruption Festival – a celebration of arts, culture, food and music. Though the Winterruption itinerary looks impressive as ever, there’s one particular event that we like to think is (unofficially) headlining the gig: The Donut Spectacular at Lee’s Donuts. Featured on our Granville Island Market Tour, Lee’s Donuts is the […]
SPECIAL: Valentine’s Day Weekend Foodie Tours
Bring your loved ones – we’ve got love buns! We’ve partnered with Papparoti Canada to make this Valentine’s Day weekend sweeter than ever! ***LOOKING FOR OUR INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY? CLICK HERE*** BOOK A FOODIE TOUR on Valentine’s Day weekend (Friday, February 12 – Sunday, February 14) – we’re bringing all guests fresh-baked love buns from Papparoti Canada! View […]
Papparoti x VFT Spread the Love on Valentine’s Day [Instagram Giveaway]
“Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside…this caramel coffee bun is unlike anything you’ve had before…” At Vancouver Foodie Tours, we’re continuously on the hunt for the best eats in the city – foods that are one-of-a-kind, unforgettable, indulgent, and fun to enjoy. For Valentine’s Day 2016, we’re excited to partner with Papparoti – inventors […]
January 30: Celebrate Tacofino’s 1 Year Anniversary
Clear your schedules, Foodies. Vancouver’s favourite fish tacos are 1/2 off this Saturday! That’s $3 for the best fish taco on the planet. Tacofino Gastown is celebrating their one year anniversary – their “Tacoversary” – on Saturday, January 30 and boy, we cannot wait! Tacofino first came to Vancouver via food truck and the city fell […]
9 Rockin’ Restaurants in the Dine Out Free Zone
Canada’s largest food and drink festival, Dine Out Vancouver, has taken over the city! From January 17-31, 2016, 288 Vancouver restaurants are offering $20, $30 or $40 set menus, and at most places, reservations are very much required. But what happens if you missed the boat? What if you love dining on whim? Is this 17-day festival […]
Travellers’ Guide to Street Food City 2016
Street Food City is back! For the festival’s fifth anniversary, over 25 Vancouver food trucks will park in the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza from January 16-24, 2016. Last year, over 20,000 people attended the foodie extravaganza, indulging in the multicultural menus of Vancouver’s food truck scene. As hosts of the World’s Best Food Truck Tour, we’re […]
How to Navigate Dine Out Vancouver Like a Pro
Dine Out Vancouver is Canada’s largest annual food and drink festival. Presented by Tourism Vancouver, the 17-day event (January 15-31, 2016) tempts foodies and culinary enthusiasts with unique menus, gastronomic events, and celebrity chefs. It’s been 14 years since Dine Out Vancouver began, and this year, there are 288 participating restaurants (featuring $20, $30 or $40 menus) […]
Unique Christmas Gift Ideas for Foodies
In this 10-part Holiday Gift Guide series, we’ve scoured the city and curated this list of unique and memorable Christmas gifts. From Sugar Divas to Little Loves, you’ll find gift ideas for foodies and non-foodies in your lives! ******************************* Christmas Gift Ideas for Foodies From foodie to foodie, this Christmas list hits close to home. […]