Smooch Food: Love Letters to Every Bite

Happy Sunday! We usually stick to our neighbourhood routine, but today felt like a day for something different. We found ourselves over by the Renfrew SkyTrain Station (an area we do not usually frequent) as we were heading to a different church for Mass. Exploring a new corner of the city always calls for a pit stop, and of course, Tim Hortons was calling my name. This particular spot seems quite new and clean, which actually made us giggle. It feels much bigger than our usual Tims, likely because the massive glass windows let in so much beautiful natural light. The "Tims Passport" Wish List As I was sitting there, it hit me: I have written over 50 posts dedicated to Tims menu items, and I have visited so many different branches across the city to do it. I really wish the Tim Hortons app had a "stats" page! It would be amazing to see a map of how many locations you have visited over the years. Seeing a little digital badge for ...

Happy Thursday which means Costco day after work. After a long day and a quick dinner at nearby T&T, we head to Costco on Expo Blvd in Downtown Vancouver. Hubby requested that we try the new Caramel Brownie Sundae so I could blog about it. It’s a great excuse, even though I’m well aware he just really wanted a sweet treat! The Heat Factor When the plastic cup was handed over, the first thing I noticed was that it was actually hot. Not just lukewarm—the caramel is definitely served hot, which creates a really distinct contrast with the soft serve. The first look at the new Caramel Brownie Sundae. It’s a generous portion, and you can see that hot caramel already starting to work its magic on the soft serve. If you’ve had their vanilla soft serve before, you know it’s a solid base. The heat from the caramel melts the ice cream just enough to create a gooey sauce, ...

Your Guide to Rescuing Food with Too Good To Go Vancouver If you have been following Smooch Food for a while, you know that I am a huge fan of the Too Good To Go app. In a year where inflation has made every grocery trip feel like a splurge, this app has been a total game-changer for our household. Exploring the Metro Vancouver food rescue scene on the Too Good To Go map. New to the App? Let’s Save Together! I have been using Too Good To Go to rescue delicious food from going to waste, and I would love for you to join the movement. Download the app here (Full disclosure: Using my link helps me earn a small ($2) voucher toward my next food rescue at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting Smooch Food!) Not only do we get to try some of the best artisanal bakeries and local eateries in Metro Vancouver for a frac...

It was Tuesday morning, which meant my first day back in the office for the week. Honestly, I was in absolutely no mood to cook breakfast. On my walk Downtown, I decided to pull up the Too Good To Go app to see if I could find a morning treat. I spotted that Giovane Caffé (in the Deloitte building lobby) and Artigiano (inside Telus Garden) both had surprise bags available. Of course, stressed little me decided to grab both! Breakfast at my desk: Cornetti Marmellata  from Giovane Caffé Stop 1: Giovane Caffé (Deloitte Building) For $5.24 including tax, I rescued two Cornetti Marmellata. These usually go for $6.00 each, so the value was definitely there! Since they were frozen, I had to search for the best way to reheat them. Pro Tip: Microwaving them for 20 seconds while covered in a wet paper towel did the trick. I enjoyed mine at my desk with a French vanil...

2026 Vancouver Canadians Food Menu & Prices: Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium I headed back to Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium today for the Vancouver Canadians' 75th Anniversary season! While the vibes remain the best in the city, there have been some major menu shake-ups, including a new Triple O's stand. Below is your updated 2026 guide compared to our 2024 data. 🔥 2026 PRO-TIP: Don't forget that 75¢ Hot Dog Tuesdays are back! Note: For those looking for the ultimate stadium challenge, The Yard Dog (3-foot hot dog) is still on the menu for $37.00 . New for this season is the Yard Nacho , a massive sharing platter for $40.00 . Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium Below is a list of concessions inside Nat Bailey Stadium including their ...