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In the Richmond complex (Blundell Centre), there is a Safeway store. Will they close the bakery in Safeway too (since Cobbs will be open seven days per week)?
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Thomas Haas' Sparkle Cookies and Sea Change Seafoods of Saltspring Island were both recognized by Saveur as entries in their annual '100 List'. Amusingly, before disclosing the ingredients of the sparkle cookies (Valrhona chocolate, European butter, and very strong blackberry honey), the headline reads: "What We Really Like About Canada". Sea Change was cited for its wild smoked salmon jerky that's "marinated and then smoked and dried - a process similar to one that has been used for centuries by West Coast American Indians".
Oh well.
Searched for the rest of the Saveur 100 -- an annual list of favorite restaurants, food, drink, people, places and things online, and saw 43. Wild Smoked Salmon jerky – Washington?
Only 17. Chocolate Sparkle Cookies – Toronto and Vancouver, Canada mentions Canada. 
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Perhaps Silverfish and Chips, then?
Just please rename the fish on the menu, as the original brings to mind those creepy little squigglers that the Raid company loves.
How about serving it with some local organic sweet onion rings in a light panko batter;
Grunions & Onions anyone?
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I am not a fan of the CFD's. I was in hate with Earl's the first time I entered one over fifteen years ago. Part of the problem is the waiters who pretend they are your best buddy. Another is the watered down version of food trends 5 years too late. They are not about food. They are about profit: thus the emphasis on training. Small indy restaurants are not going to want to share food costs. Small indy chef wants artisanal organic flour. Big chain wants cheap flour, doesn't give a rat's a-- about GM politics. Sure they can talk the talk-fresh local yadda yadda, but the only way they will make a difference to our food chain is if they pay the true cost for local and fresh and put money back into the fishing/farming community. They would have to become politically active, lobby for the preservation of local fish and farm land.
Support the little guys. They're the ones who deserve our money.
Zuke
I agree.
In regards to training @CFD's, corporate would organize and implement procedures at multiple locations, a cost that would be prohibitive for the independent operations.
Unfortunately, often, the little guys are not available to the masses in the suburbs or locales outside of core areas in major cities. Seems the chains gravitate to possible tourist area as well. Wonder if the government funding issue in Saskatoon, as described in a previous post happens here too.
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Warning! Host about to show his age
I've said it before ... I like the food at Cactus Club. The roast chicken and grilled veggies they do are very tasty. The burgers are pretty good too.
Do they still have the grilled veggies?
I remember them from quite awhile back, they were pretty good, but in the near past it seems it was buttered beans (bland), or possibly the spicy appetizer ones if requested. The roast chicken soup is gone too, but that cheddar broccoli one has been there fooooorever. Chicken options IIRC are maui or blackened or the venerable wings. -
If anyone is interested, there will be a short snipet on CTV Monday Jan. 9th on the 5:00 pm broadcast about the kolachy shop. Neil(aka nwyles) of Hamilton Street Grill fame was asked where he enjoys eating and the camera crew followed him to the kolachy shop (thanks Neil). I don't know how it will come across as i wasn't as prepared as i would have liked but it should prove entertaining.
It was great!! Since I didn't have the opportunity to get on line until today, I thought there'd be a bit more about Neil on here. It was nice to see him interviewed, and I thought it was a great promo about the Vancouver food scene in general. The rest of the shows were great too, however, they seemed to be trying to be comparable to the Global shows quite a few weeks ago. Any comments about the other places commented on ?
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Just thought I'd give a heads up on the new feature kolachy for monday. Slow roasted new zealand leg of lamb in a traditional greek tomato sauce with cinnamon and whole pepper corns. I cooked the lamb for 8 hours so it's pretty tender.
oh my gosh, sounds absolutely delicious!!!
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... He declared it the best congee he's had in Vancouver, despite finding two bits of egg-shells in it.
Dude
Usually, having particulate matter in your congee would automatically disqualify it from being the best congee in Vancouver (kind of a like falling down in figure skating... not that I watch figure skating... ever).
Anyway - has your friend been to Double Double on Kingsway? I will try the congee at Tsim Tsai Gai to test this out. I simply don't want it to be the case that the best examples of all Chinese food items are all in Richmond.
Interesting comment. Asian friends and work mates, through the last few years have recommended TTG (oh, and they don't live in Richmond). The congee is yummy! Personally, I'm quite delighted to see a comment about it here.
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Does anyone know why they are closing?
Any pie or cookie comments?
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Wow, I wish I could make a quick trip to the Heartland from our Wetland (we are currently drenched out here on the westcoast
). I just watched Chef at Large with Michael Smith featuring Grant Achatz and his creations at Alinea. Oh, my gosh, so interesting and amazing! I'm truly envious of you folks who have had the opportunity to dine there. I googled him and was thrilled to find your posts and photos on eG! Wonderful!
Thank you for sharing. Happy New Year! (oh and chefg, congratulations, you are truly talented in all respects of cuisine preparation and serving, love the ingenious designs of utensils and dishes as well as the culinary ideas.) -
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Cobs has munched their way into Richmond (Blundell Centre).
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But somehow this year the friend I thought I was going to West with ALSO booked reservations, not knowing that I booked for us too! So now I have to scramble and find someone to eat with, which is easier said than done since a lot of ppl have other Dine Outs to go to that Friday night!
I've a feeling you won't have much of a problem finding another dining partner.
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Anyhoo, try Mad Greek (8180 Westminster), I find them to be much better than Felicos.
They've moved a few blocks west on Westminster Highway to a new location.
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That does suck.
Got to wonder if real estate value is killing the small, indie or unique food ops. in some locations. Perhaps East Van may become the new Kits or .....
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I was thinking how good it was to see some Chinese restaurants on the list - but then I saw the Floata menu - $25 gets you deep fried spring rolls/or wonton followed up by chicken on rice or beef on rice and a mango pudding. Helllo? Compare that with with impressive menu that Aurora has on offer (at the same price) and I am left baffled. Why participate if you are'nt even going to try to offer something interesting? I think I can go down to my local food court and get better grub.
If you can't get a reservation at your restaurant of choice - I am SURE that Floata will have some openings.
I saw that, bizarre.
One would have to be pretty clueless to think that a worthwhile deal. Curious though, how the alcohol and tipping expectations might work at a place such as this. 
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The cap on seating times is pretty standard for many DOV restaurants, especially on Fridays/Saturdays, so over the years I've learned that it's best to go with as late a seating as your stomach and your dining companions will let you get away with. I find the allotted seating times reasonably generous, but occasionally you want to stay for coffee/port/more dessert etc...
When I left a message for Parkside, I asked for an 8-ish seating and Michel called back to say he put me down for 8:30 - final seating of the night - so we could stay and relax. We ended up having a nice long chat over the phone about some of the customer service atrocities he's seen during DOV (the two-tops of tap water ten-percent tippers).
When it comes down to it, I'd rather have the restaurant mention the seating caps to all who call and make a reservation so that the people who wouldn't have a clue otherwise (and believe me, DOV attracts them like trailer parks attract tornadoes) know what the protocol is. That way, when DOV actually arrives and you're enjoying your meal, the staff is in a good mood because nobody's camping and the evening is going relatively smoothy. Happy staff = good service, whether it be DOV or any other night.
Ouch! To be honest, isn't that what DOV is about, trying to attract potential new customers, that may not know about other cuisines options than BK and IHOP? Or is it just about trying to fill the coffers for management during the harsh after winter holiday season? I agree that the site should explain some of the niggly details such as time limits and tipping protocol for the uninformed bumpkins that might want to try some of the new places, after all, did we all come out of the womb as sophisticated diners, proficient in all areas including libation choices, tip requirements and time limits? Probably not.
Tap water or alcohol? Does DUI or M.A.D.D. ring a bell? Not everyone can afford a taxi from their home in the burbs. Or can drink booze, due to health, work, or whatever issues.
staff is in a good mood because nobody's camping and the evening is going relatively smoothy. Happy staff = good service, whether it be DOV or any other night.Perhaps, since the establishment is obviously trying to increase their year round business, they should take the onus off of possible new customers ordering extra and tipping above and beyond what they may think is the norm, and possibly overstaying their welcome. Compensate the employees extra accordingly to the increased pressure during DOV and future business potential.
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I dropped in for the suckling pig tonight and was disappointed not to see any other diners in the place.
The roasting pig was amazing. Moist, flavorful, and delicious. He said it was a 22lb pig, brined and roasted. Beautiful crackling, tender meat. I'm hoping to round up a large enough group to dine on an entire pig there.
3 orders of roast pork, appetizers, a few drinks and espresso to finish for $85. A great meal and many of you missed out
I really wanted to try that, as I had read about it, but I wasn't sure what day it was. I was trying to find the place a couple of nights ago, took us a bit, but, I saw it, such a cute little place, which made me even more endeared.
Now that I know that it is actually there, I'm dying to try it.
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Merry Christmas Zucchini Mama!
Your blog has been a real joy and delight to read, thank you!
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Perhaps Prague?
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Has anyone tried this place called JR Take out and Eat in-4530 Fraser Street, tucked in to that wierd Alpine mini mall of Fraser at 29th Ave? I have the menu on my desk and it looks incredibly cheap and has foods on it I've never hear of before. What is Mutton Pittu Kotthu? Curried Bitter Cot? What are Milk Hoppers? Fried Chili, Paysam and Rasam? What is this Lamp Rice, which must be ordered in advance? Oh, they deliver. (604) 708-3008. Still, I wouldn't know what to order.
It's a tiny place. I'm curious.
Zuke
Me too!
ooh, this one has everything almost
Well, at least we know it's not just
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Zucchini Mama spent Chistmas here one year getting squiffy on cider with girlfriends. Which city is it? Clue: look in the reflection in the windows.
Might it be Bath?
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Merry Christmas to Maw (family) and to Maw (Jamie & Eva) a good flight ..... into the joys and discoveries of 2006!!!
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^ ... just beautiful. Truely heartwarmingly beautiful.
<now to find the darn tissues *sniff*
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Lay's has two new flavours here, Curry flavour and Wasabi flavour. Just saw them for the first time yesterday at the grocery store.