Planetary Taco Bowl from Beast Unleashed inside BC Place

Happy Thursday! Hubby and I watched the Vancouver Whitecaps match against Deportivo Saprissa with the primary goal of documenting the BC Place menu (link here). For dinner, we ordered the Planetary Taco Bowl from Beast Unleashed, and I got my favorite Short Rib Poutine from The Poutinerie.

Planetary Taco Bowl from Beast Unleashed in BC Place

The Planetary Taco Bowl is not your typical stadium food – it includes rice and black beans as a base, topped with fresh lettuce, pico de gallo, and corn. Of course, for added texture, there's fried tortilla.

Short Rib Poutine from The Poutinerie 

I thought about trying a new dish but was hesitant, so I went back to my favorite BC Place food item: Short Rib Poutine. It's not as delicious as I remembered, which is unfortunate, but still worth every calorie.

I'm hoping we can watch another Whitecaps game this week, but we'll see.

BC Place Food and Drinks Concessions Menu for 2025

If you are attending a concert, show, Vancouver Whitecaps match, or BC Lions game at BC Place, below is a list of available food and drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) along with their prices.

All prices are in Canadian dollars and exclude taxes and tips. The menu and prices are subject to change without prior notice. This list was last updated on February 27, 2025 when we watched the Vancouver Whitecaps FC win against Saprissa.

BC Place

This is the fourth year that I have been documenting the menu inside BC Place: 2022, 2023, and 2024.

List of food concessions inside BC Place

Beast on Fire

Location: near sections 217 and 236

Food Menu at Beast on Fire

• Bavarian smokie - $14.75
• Pulled pork sandwich - $17.25
• Slow roasted prime rib - $20.25

Beer Menu at Beast on Fire

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic tall draught (710 ml) - $17.75
• Domestic small draught (355 ml) - $9.25
• Craft tall can (473 ml) - $13.25
• Specialty small can (355 ml) - $10.25

Pepsi Beverages at Beast on Fire

• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Energy drinks - $9.00
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Beast on Fire

• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Beast Unleashed

Location: near section 210

Food Menu at Beast Unleashed

• Foot long lobster roll - $42.00
• Foot long lobster roll (6-inch) - $25.00
• Cheeseburger deluxe - $15.50
• Planetary taco bowl - $16.50

Beer Menu at Beast Unleashed

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic tall draught (710 ml) - $17.75
• Domestic small draught (355 ml) - $9.25
• Craft tall can (473 ml) - $13.25
• Specialty small can (355 ml) - $10.25

Pepsi Beverages at Beast Unleashed

• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Energy drinks - $9.00
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Beast Unleashed

• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Bombay South Asian Kitchen

Location: near section 220

Food Menu at Bombay South Asian Kitchen

• Lamb korma - $14.50
• Butter chicken - $14.00
• Chana masala - $15.50
• Handmade vegetable samosas (2 pieces) - $10.50

Draught Beer Menu at Bombay South Asian Kitchen

• Premium (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic (710 ml) - $17.75
• Domestic (355 ml) - $9.25

Canned Beer Menu at Bombay South Asian Kitchen

• Domestic (355 ml) - $9.00
• Premium (355 ml) - $10.75
• Tall Craft (473 ml) - $13.25

Specialty Can Menu at Bombay South Asian Kitchen

• Tall (440 ml) - $12.75
• Small (355 ml) - $9.75

House Wines Menu at Bombay South Asian Kitchen

• Heron Bay - Red or White - $12.25

Non-Alcoholic Drinks at Bombay South Asian Kitchen

• Pepsi soft drinks - $6.50
• Energy drinks - $9.00
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Bombay South Asian Kitchen

• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Boom Kitchen

Location: near section 230

Food Menu at Boom Kitchen

• Plantery taco bowl - $15.50
• Coriander chicken bowl - $16.75
• Tuna poke bowl - $16.75
• Prime rib grilled cheese - $15.50

Beer Menu at Boom Kitchen

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic tall draught (710 ml) - $17.75
• Domestic small draught (355 ml) - $9.25
• Craft tall can (473 ml) - $13.25
• Specialty small can (355 ml) - $10.25

Pepsi Beverages at Boom Kitchen

• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Energy drinks - $9.00
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Boom Kitchen

• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Cin City Donuts

Location: near sections 224

Menu of Cin City Donuts

• Cinnamon mini donuts bag (12 pieces) - $9.50
• Cinnamon mini donuts bucket (24 pieces) - $18.00
• Cotton candy - $7.50
• Freshly squeezed lemonade (24 oz) - $8.50

Dawson's Deluxe

Location: near section 244

Food Menu at Dawson's Deluxe

• Footlong bacon dog - $15.25
• Bavarian smokie - $14.75
• Elote dog - $14.75
• Pizza Pizza (cheese, pepperoni, or hawaiian) - $8.50 for a single slice

Beer Menu at Dawson's Deluxe

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic tall draught (710 ml) - $17.75
• Domestic small draught (355 ml) - $9.25
• Craft tall can (473 ml) - $13.25
• Specialty small can (355 ml) - $10.25

Pepsi Beverages at Dawson's Deluxe

• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Energy drinks - $9.00
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Dawson's Deluxe

• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Dawson's Hot Dogs

Location: near section 201, 214, 227, and 241

Food Menu at Dawson's Hot Dog

• Foot long dog - $12.25
• All-beef jumbo hot dog - $8.00
• Nachos (Tostitos) - $8.25
• Kids combo (hot dog, bag of chips, choice of bottled drink) - $7.75

Snacks Menu at Dawson's Hot Dog

• Popcorn (130 oz) - $8.00
• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Drinks Menu at Dawson's Hot Dog

• Molson Canadian (710 ml) - $17.75
• Molson Canadian (355 ml) - $9.25
• Hop Valley IPA (710 ml) - $19.75
• Hop Valley IPA (355 ml) - $10.25

Pepsi Beverages at Dawson's Hot Dog

• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75
• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Hot beverages - $3.50
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade - $6.75
• Iced tea - Lipton - $6.75

Lionsgate Grill

Location: near section 201, 214, 227, and 241

Food Menu at Lionsgate Grill

• Bacon cheeseburger - $17.25
• Crispy chicken sandwich - $16.50
• Cheeseburger deluxe - $15.50
• Classic hamburger - $13.50
• Bucket of tenders (6 pieces) served with fries - $25.50
• Chicken tenders (3 pieces) served with fries - $16.75
• Kid's combo (1 chicken tender amd fries) - $7.75

Snacks Menu at Lionsgate Grill

• French fries - $8.00
• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Beer Menu at Lionsgate Grill

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic tall draught (710 ml) - $17.75
• Domestic small draught (355 ml) - $9.25

Pepsi Beverages at Lionsgate Grill

• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75
• Gatorade - $6.75
• Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Hot beverages - $3.50

Lot 185

Location: near section 236

Hot Beverage Menu at Lot 185

• Coffee - $3.50
• Tea - $3.50
• Hot chocolate

Pastries & Snack Menu at Lot 185

• Almond croissant - $5.50
• Cheese scone - $5.00
• Jumbo cookie - $4.50
• Mom's banana bread - $4.50
• Butter croissant - $4.00
• Candy - $7.25

Cold Beverages Menu at Lot 185

• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75
• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Dole apple juice - $6.75
• Cold specialities - $4.50
• Cold coffee - $3.50
• Gatorade - $6.75

The Mac Bar

Location: near section 207

Food Menu at The Mac Bar

• Mac & Cheese - $12.50
• Customise with add on +$4.50 each
  • Add cheese curds
  • Add pulled beef short rib
  • Add chicken
• Caesar Salad - $10.75
• Cheese Plate - $9.75
• Oceanwise Tuna Bowl - $16.25

Snacks Menu at The Mac Bar

• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

House Wines Menu at The Mac Bar

• Red or White (147 ml) - $12.25

Canned Beer Menu at The Mac Bar

• Domestic (355 ml) - $9.00
• Premium (355 ml) - $10.75
• Craft (355 ml) - $13.25

Specialty Can Menu at The Mac Bar

• Tall (440 ml) - $12.75
• Small (355 ml) - $9.75

Non-Alcoholic Drinks at The Mac Bar

• Pepsi soft drinks - $6.50
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Pizza Pizza

Location: near sections 222 and 249

Food Menu at Pizza Pizza

Available flavours:

• Cheese
• Pepperoni
• Hawaiian
• Single slice - $8.50
• 2 Slice combo - $14.75
• Nachos with cheese - $8.25
• Popcorn (130 oz) - $7.25
• Häagen-Dazs ice cream - $6.50
• Candy - $7.25
• Chips - $3.75

Beer Menu at Pizza Pizza

• Coors Light (355 ml) - $9.00
• Heineken (330 ml) - $10.75

Non-Alcoholic Menu at Pizza Pizza

• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $6.50
• Energy drinks - $9.00
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Hot beverage (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) - $3.50

The Poutinerie

Location: near sections 212 and 239

Food Menu at The Poutinerie

• Classic poutine - $12.50
• Short rib poutine - $15.75
• Chicken tenders (4 pieces) - $16.75
• Fries - $8.00
• Garlic fries - $9.75

Alcoholic Drinks Menu at The Poutinerie

• Coors Light Draught Beer (355 ml) - $9.25
• Coors Light Draught Beer (710 ml) - $17.75
• Granville Island Draught Lager (330 ml) - $10.25
• Granville Island Draught Lager (710 ml) - $19.75

Non-Alcoholic Menu at Pizza Pizza

• Pepsi bottled beverages - $6.50
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75
• Hot beverage (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) - $3.50

Seoul Food

Location: near section 206

Food Menu at Seoul Food

• Korean chicken rice bowl - $19.00
• Spicy Korean glaze - $19.00
• Soy honey garlic - $19.00
• Original Koren-fried chicken - $19.00
• Vegan tenders (6 pieces) - $14.75

Alcoholic Drinks Menu at Seoul Food

• Coors Light Draught Beer (355 ml) - $9.25
• Coors Light Draught Beer (710 ml) - $17.75
• Granville Island Draught Lager (330 ml) - $10.25
• Granville Island Draught Lager (710 ml) - $19.75

Non-Alcoholic Menu at Pizza Pizza

• Pepsi bottled beverages - $6.50
• Dole bottled jucices - $6.75
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75
• Hot beverage (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) - $3.50

Stadium Favourites

Location: near section 221

Food Menu at Stadium Favouries

Available flavours:

• Cheese
• Pepperoni
• Hawaiian
• Single slice - $8.50
• 2 Slice combo - $14.75
• Nachos with cheese - $8.25
• Popcorn (130 oz) - $7.25
• Pretzels - $6.50
• Churros - $4.50
• Chips - $3.75
• Häagen-Dazs ice cream - $6.50
• Candy - $7.25

Beer Menu at Stadium Favourites

• Coors Light (355 ml) - $9.00
• Heineken (330 ml) - $10.75

Non-Alcoholic Menu at Stadium Favourites

• Pepsi bottled soft drinks - $5.75
• Energy drinks - $9.00
• Gatorade / Pure Leaf - $6.25
• Dole bottled jucices - $5.50
• Aquafina bottled water - $4.75
• Hot beverage (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) - $3.50

List of alcoholic beverages concessions inside BC Place

Beer Express

Location: near section 208, 213, 219, and 240

Beer Menu

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic tall draught (710 ml) - $17.75
• Domestic small draught (355 ml) - $9.25
• Premium can (355 ml) - $13.25
• Specialty tall can (440 ml) - $13.00
• Specialty small can (355 ml) - $10.25

House Wine (Heron Bay) Menu

• Red or White (147 ml) - $9.25

Pepsi Beverages Menu at Beer Express

• Guru Organic Energy - $9.00
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Beer Express

• Popcorn (170 oz) - $9.00
• Candy - $7.25
• Cracker Jacks - $6.75
• Chips - $3.75

Beverage Express

Location: near sections 201, 207, 220, and 228

Beer Menu

• Domestic (355 ml) - $9.00
• Premium (355 ml) - $10.75
• Premium (473 ml) - $13.25

Coolers & Ciders at Beverage Express

• Small (355 ml) - $10.25
• Tall (440 ml) - $13.00

Non-Alcoholic at Beverage Express

• Gateorade - $6.75
• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Beer Express

• Chips - $3.75

Coors Light

Location: near section 252

Domestic Beer Menu

• Coors Light (355 ml) - $9.00
• Coors Light (710 ml) - $17.50
• Coors Original (355 ml) - $9.00
• Coors Original (710 ml) - $17.50

Premium Beer Menu

• Heineken (355 ml) - $10.75
• Heineken (710 ml) - $19.50

Cider Menu

• Strongbow Apple Cider (440 ml) - $13.00

Specialty Menu

• Hard Iced Tea (355 ml) - $10.25
• Coolers (355 ml) - $10.25
• Seltzers (355 ml) - $10.25

Non-Alcoholic and Snacks Menu

• Aquafina - $5.75
• Gatorade - $6.75
• Chips - $3.75

El Jimador

Location: near section 203

• Lime Margarita - $10.75
• Charro Negro - $10.75
• Tequila & 7 - $10.75
• High Ball - $10.75
• Red or White Wine (147 ml) - $12.25

Non-Alcoholic Menu at Thirsty Pigeon Express

• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Thirsty Pigeon Express

Location: near section 203

Beer Menu at Thirsty Pigeon Express

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Premium tall can (473 ml) - $13.25

Specialty Cans Menu

• Cider (440 ml) - $13.00
• Cooler / Selzter (355 ml) - $10.25

Non-Alcoholic Menu at Thirsty Pigeon Express

• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Thirsty Pigeon Express

• Chips - $3.75

Thirsty Pigeon

Location: near section 246

Beer Menu at Thirsty Pigeon

• Premium tall draught (710 ml) - $19.75
• Premium small draught (355 ml) - $10.25
• Domestic can (355 ml) - $9.00
• Premium can (355 ml) - $10.75
• Craft tall can (473 ml) - $13.25

Specialty Cans Menu

• Cider (440 ml) - $13.00
• Cooler / Selzter (355 ml) - $10.25

House Wine (Heron Bay) Menu

• Red or White (147 ml) - $9.25

Non-Alcoholic Menu at Thirsty Pigeon

• Aquafina bottled water - $5.75

Snacks Menu at Thirsty Pigeon

• Popcorn (170 oz) - $9.00
• Candy - $7.25
• Cracker Jacks - $6.75

JINYA Chicken Ramen from JINYA Ramen Bar

Happy Thursday! For the company-paid team lunch, the chosen theme was salad for the team in our Melbourne office because they're still enjoying summer weather, and soup for the teams in Cork and Vancouver. We decided to visit our go-to, JINYA Ramen Bar. I chose the lower-calorie JINYA Chicken Ramen and swapped the noodles for their low-carb version.

JINYA Chicken Ramen from JINYA Ramen Bar
Chicken broth: chicken chashu, spinach, green onion, and fried onion

It’s my first time trying a non-spicy ramen bowl—ever. The chicken broth was comforting and creamy. Meanwhile, the low-carb noodles had a slippery texture and weren’t as chewy as regular ramen noodles. I’ll stick to the normal noodles.

For future me, below is a list of ramen you have tried:

• JINYA Chicken Ramen
• JINYA Tonkotsu Black
• JINYA Tonkotsu Original 2010*
• Karaage Chicken Ramen
• Premium Tonkotsu Red
• The Red Garnet Ramen
• Spicy Chicken Ramen
• Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen
• Spicy Umami Miso Ramen

Pão de queijos and more from Brazilliant Café and Catering

Happy Thursday! Our company is celebrating Brazilian Carnaval. We did a mask-decorating activity and ordered breakfast from Brazilliant Café & Catering in Seymour. I placed our food order online for pickup at 8:30 am.

Brazillian Carnaval celebration with food from Braziliant Café and Catering

I chose the traditional Brazilian breakfast pão de queijo with ham and cheese for myself, and for sharing, we got bolinho de bacalhau (Codfish Croquettes). To end our breakfast on a sweet note, I got a box of brigadeiros – coconut, dulce de leche, coffee, and chocolate.

Pão de queijo with ham and cheese from Brazilliant Café and Catering

The pão de queijo was still warm, with a soft, chewy interior and a cheesy exterior. I enjoyed it, but it’s definitely a food coma-inducing breakfast. I can't believe how sleepy I felt afterward! One of my colleagues even got a second cup of coffee and took a walk outside to stay awake.

Pão de queijo is made from cassava flour which made it so perfectly chewy and filling.

The bolinho de bacalhau is my favorite! I grew up in the Philippines and love fish. Of course, if we had an air fryer, having this piping hot and crispy would be magnificent.

A box of Brigadeiros from Brazilliant Café and Catering

I do find the brigadeiros a bit too sweet, but they're oh-so-perfect with a cup of tea.

I love company events because of the different foods I get to try!

Avocado Impossible™ Burger in a lettuce wrap from White Spot

Happy Thursday! For our company-paid team lunch today, we went to the Canadian chain White Spot for burgers. I went for their Avocado Impossible™ Burger and decided to swap the buns for a lettuce wrap. It's official: when available, I’m always going to swap the buns for fresh, crunchy, and light lettuce.

Avocado Impossible™ Burger from White Spot
Chargrilled Impossible™ Burger made-from-plants with fresh avocado, pickled onions, lettuce & tomato. Jalapeño ranch.

The Impossible™ patty was surprisingly delicious, with none of the aftertaste that Beyond Meat tends to have. Moreover, the abundance of lettuce, tomatoes, pickled onions, and creamy avocado made the burger seem healthier. This is an excellent choice for vegans and vegetarians looking to grab a delicious burger without meat.

Kouign-amann and double baked almond croissant from Angus T

I love croissants, and I’ve tried the "best" ones in Vancouver. So far, my favourite is the one we had today from Angus T. I got their double-baked almond, while my husband went for the more difficult-to-pronounce kouign-amann—our first time seeing it on a menu!

The double-baked almond was perfectly flaky and soft, but the real winner is the balance of the sweet filling and the nuttiness provided by the almond topping. I love it! It’s the best one I’ve had.

Double baked almond croissant from Angus T

The kouign-amann is also buttery and flaky. I’m unsure how it’s supposed to taste, so it’s hard for me to judge just how delicious it is.

Kouign-amann croissant from Angus T

I can’t wait to come back and try their other flavours!

12oz Prime Striploin and Vegan Garden Burger from Earls Yaletown

We are celebrating my hubby's birthday with lunch at Earls in their Yaletown location.

Hubby chose the 12oz Prime Striploin, which came with seasoned vegetables and mashed potatoes. The steak was fattier and so juicy—I loved it! I’m grateful that hubby willingly gave me more than a couple of bites.

12oz Prime Striploin from Earls

Meanwhile, I opted for the Vegan Garden Burger with fries. It was better than expected — still not as good as their original vegetarian burger, but a step up from the Beyond Meat version.

Garden Burger from Earls Yaletown
100% plant-based patty, tomato, red onion, leaf lettuce, pickle, mayonnaise, mustard, toasted brioche bun

Lunch dates are so much fun!

For future me, below is a list of menu items you have tried from Earls so far.

Brunch

• Crab Cake Benedict

Handheld

• Beyond Burger
• Garden Burger
• Roast Beef Sandwich
• Vegetarian Burger

Mains

• Half BBQ Ribs
• Oven Roasted Salmon

Noodles + Bowls

• Garlic Prawn Spaghetti
• Truffle Tortellini
• Truffled Parmesan Chicken

Shareable

• Warm Spinach + Three Cheese Dip
• Yuzu Calamari

Soup

• Clam Chowder

Steaks

• Canadian Prime Sirloin (9oz)
• Filet Mignon
• Filet + Peppercorn
• 12oz Prime Striploin (12oz)

Desserts

• Key Lime Pie
• Molten Gingerbread Cake
• Sticky Toffee Pudding Bowl

Valentine's Coffee Date at Fable Café in Granville Street

I took annual leave today and decided to get a haircut at my favorite salon, Suki, in South Granville. Afterwards, hubby and I grabbed breakfast and hung out at Fable Café.

Food and drinks from Fable Café

I had a hot chocolate paired with garlic knots, while hubby had a cup of mocha with roulé oignon fromage. The food and drink were decent, but I wish they had offered to reheat the pastries we got. The real winner was the ambiance, from the soft music to the perfect lighting.

Chirashi Don from Sushi Bros

For dinner tonight, we decided to stop by Sushi Bros along Robson before heading to Costco for groceries. I ordered the chirashi don.

It was my first time trying chirashi don! The sushi rice was magnificent, and each piece of raw fish was surprisingly fresh. However, I still feel there's too much rice.

Chirashi Don from Sushi Bros

We also ordered their takoyaki, but it’s not something I would recommend.

Takoyaki from Sushi Bros

Overall, it’s a decent spot, and there's usually a line during lunchtime. I may try chirashi don from other places to compare, but this was a good first try.

Hanauma Bowl from Pokerrito

Happy Thursday! For team lunch today, the chosen theme is poke, so we walked to the nearby Pokerrito.

Hanauma Bowl from Pokerrito
Salmon, seaweed salad, crab meat, edamame, ginger, masago, tamago, furikake, creamy mayo, cucumbers, sweet onions, green onions, and romaine lettuce

I enjoy raw fish like sashimi but am not a fan of poke, and this is the first time I’ve enjoyed a poke bowl —so much so that I’m already looking forward to coming back. I got the Hanauma Bowl.

Hanauma Bowl from Pokerrito
Salmon, seaweed salad, crab meat, edamame, ginger, masago, tamago, furikake, creamy mayo, cucumbers, sweet onions, green onions, and romaine lettuce

It came with fresh salmon and all the amazing ingredients that go with it. The biggest change I made was opting for romaine lettuce as the base instead of rice or another carb as base. It was refreshing, like a seafood salad bowl.

Sausage Scrambled Egg Loaded Wrap from Tim Hortons

 Happy Thursday! I have been eating breakfast at my desk from Monday to Wednesday. Today, I thought I needed a break and decided to check my Tim Hortons app and to my surprise they have a new item: Scrambled Egg Loaded Wrap.

Sausage Scrambled Egg Loaded Wrap

It's exactly like your Farmers Breakfast Wrap but with the eggs scrambled. I love it! The sausage and cheese cling better to the scrambled fluffy eggs. I got the one with sausage but bacon is also available.

The Red Garnet Ramen from JINYA Ramen Bar

Happy Sunday! It snowed overnight, and Vancouver is absolutely gorgeous. ♥️ For lunch, we decided to warm up by finally visiting the JINYA Ramen that opened at the corner of West Broadway and Granville.

The Red Garnet Ramen from JINYAA
Vegetable broth: pork chashu, spinach, green onion, kikurage, white onion with chili garlic sauce. Served with thick noodles

The Red Garnet from JINYA

I ordered the Chef's Special for the month: Red Garnet Ramen and Curry Rice Croquettes, while hubby chose the JINYA Tonkotsu Original 2010 and Crispy Fried Chicken.

The Red Garnet Ramen was too salty for my liking, which is unfortunate.

Curry Rice Croquettes from JINYA Ramen Bar
Seasoned curry Rice balls with ground chicken stuffed with white cheddar cheese, then lightly fried to crispy perfection

Curry Rice Croquettes from JINYA Ramen Bar

The Curry Rice Croquettes were perfectly crunchy on the outside, with a creamy curry rice and melted cheese filling. Delicious!

JINYA Tonkotsu Original 2010* from JINYA Ramen Bar
Pork broth: pork chashu, green onion, spinach, seasoned egg, nori dried seawood. Served with extra thick noodles

Of course, I can never say no to fried chicken, which was perfect with juicy, tender meat and a crunchy exterior.

Mochi Ice Cream - Green Tea from JINYA Ramen Bar

Mochi Ice Cream - Green Tea from JINYA Ramen Bar

It’s the perfect meal for this snowy Sunday.

For future me, below is a list of ramen you have tried:

• JINYA Tonkotsu Black
• JINYA Tonkotsu Original 2010*
• Karaage Chicken Ramen
• Premium Tonkotsu Red
• The Red Garnet Ramen
• Spicy Chicken Ramen
• Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen
• Spicy Umami Miso Ramen

Dante's Inferno | Italian Sandwich in Robson

Happy Thursday! It's raining, and we have a team lunch today. With "Italian" as the chosen theme this week, I decided to visit the relatively new Dante Italian Sandwich along Robson Street. I got their Inferno sandwich.

Inferno from Dante Italian Sandwich 

The sandwich came with two Italian cured meats: Capicollo piccante and soppresata. The capicollo piccante has a spicy, slightly smoky taste, while the soppresata contributes more depth with its blend of herbs and spices. The soft focaccia is spread with bomba, which provides extra heat, but it's perfectly toned down by the creamy and rich stracciatella cheese and fresh tomatoes. However, my favorite part is the peppery bite of arugula. The touch of bitterness definitely helped cut through the heaviness of the meats and cheese.

Inferno from Dante Italian Sandwich
Capicollo piccante, soppresata, stracciatella cheese, bomba spread, fresh tomato, and arugula

I ate my lunch at my desk because we've been having such a busy day. I paired my Inferno sandwich with Diet Coke (don't tell my husband).

Salted Pecan Maple Donut and London Fog Donut from Breka Bakery & Café

After our Lunar New Year dinner at Happy Noodle House, we decided to take a walk to Breka Bakery & Café for something sweet. The bakery’s display cases is filled with an array of goodies making it difficult to decide. My husband opted for the Salted Pecan Maple Donut, while I went with the London Fog Donut.

Salted Pecan Maple Donut from Breka Bakery & Café 
Maple flavoured glaze with salted roast pecans on top

London Fog Donut from Breka Bakery & Café
Earl grey infused milky vanilla glaze with a pinch of Earl grey on top

As we took our first bites, we quickly realized that both donuts were much sweeter than we liked. While I do enjoy sweets, I prefer them to have a more balanced sweetness rather than an overpowering sugar rush. In hindsight, I should have played it safe and gone with a classic glazed donut. That said, for those with a true sweet tooth, both of these donuts would be a delight.

What stood out the most, however, was the dough itself. Both donuts had an incredibly soft, airy texture that made each bite light despite the overly sweet frosting.

Lunar New Year dinner at Happy Noodle House

Happy Lunar New Year! LNY is a great excuse to enjoy Chinese food, and we have been celebrating the occasion by having dinner at one of the many Chinese restaurants in Vancouver. This year, we walked to Happy Noodle House along Davie Street. We have tried their food in 2022 when we had it delivered (see post here).

This evening, we ordered their Xiao-Long Bao, Hot Chili Wonton, Chive Pockets, and House Special Chow Mein. It's a feast!

The first to arrive at our table is the Xiao-Long Bao, and it's truly top-notch. Nibbling the delicate wrapper gives way to a burst of savory, rich broth and tender meat.

Xiao Long Bao from Happy Noodle House

Then, we received a plate full of their House Special Chow Mein. The sauce covering the thick, chewy hand-pulled noodles provides a deep flavor. It's so comforting and satisfying.

House Special Chow Mein from Happy Noodle House

Afterwards, the Chive Pockets and Hot Chili Wonton came. It's our first time trying both dishes ever. The Chive Pockets have a crispy exterior filled with tender, onion-y flavor.

Chive Pockets from Happy Noodle House

Meanwhile, the Hot Chili Wonton is filled with savory pork served in a spicy chili oil sauce, providing a deep, spicy flavor. It's not the best thing I've had today, and since it's my first time trying this dish, I'm unsure how it compares with others.

Hot Chili Wontons from Happy Noodle House

Overall, we'll probably be back at Happy Noodle House since it's on the way from work.

Below is a list of dishes we have tried from Happy Noodle House:

• House Special Chow Mein
• Tan Tan Noodles
• Beef Rolls
• Chive Pockets
• Hot Chili Wontons
• Pan-Fried Pork Buns
• Xiao Long Bao

Fancy Sourdough Browned Butter and Black Sesame Cheesecake from The GOOD Chocolatier | 2025 Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival

Happy Sunday! After Mass today, there was a pancake brunch in the parish hall. I enjoyed the food for lunch and volunteered until 2:00 PM.

#089 Black Sesame Cheesecake from The GOOD Chocolatier

Afterwards, my husband, Ted, and I grabbed hot chocolates at The Good Chocolatier since they are part of the Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival.

#088 - Fancy Sourdough Browned Butter from The GOOD Chocolatier

My husband and I got drink #088 - Fancy Sourdough Browned Butter and #089 - Black Sesame Cheesecake. Neither drink is overly sweet. I prefer the sesame because of its distinct flavor, while no particular flavor profile stood out from the sourdough browned butter.

Fried Chicken Over Rice from bb.q Chicken

For our company-paid team lunch today, the theme was Korean, and I convinced my colleagues that we should walk to bb.q Chicken on Granville Street.

I'm so happy with the dish I chose! I ordered their Fried Chicken Over Rice with the Mala Hot flavor. The fried chicken had a perfectly crispy exterior and juicy interior. It had a good amount of heat, which the rice and scrambled eggs helped to balance. 

Fried Chicken Ove Rice from bb.q Chickcen
Fried chicken, scrambled egg, and onion with mala hot sauce and mayo on steamed rice

It was the perfect lunch bowl, especially at only $12.00 during lunchtime!

Orange Creamsicle and Hazelnut Praline Hot Chocolate from Artigiano | 2025 Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival

Happy Wednesday! We left work early (4:00 PM) today because the WiFi was being turned off for rerouting, so my husband and I decided to get our first hot chocolates of the Metro Vancouver 15th Annual Hot Chocolate Festival at Artigiano near BC Place.

They offer two flavors: Hazelnut Praline Hot Chocolate and Orange Creamsicle Hot Chocolate.

Artigiano participates in the 2025 Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival

The Hazelnut Praline Hot Chocolate is a rich blend of dark chocolate and roasted hazelnuts, creating a deep, nutty base. It's then topped with vanilla cream, chocolate shavings, and a praline crumble, adding layers of texture and sweetness. This indulgent drink is paired with a warm, freshly made beignet filled with chocolate hazelnut cream, making it a truly decadent treat.

Drink #009 Hazelnut Praline Hot Chocolate from Artigiano
Dark chocolate and roasted hazelnuts, topped with silky vanilla cream, decadent chocolate shavings, and a crunchy Praline crumble. It is paired with a warm, freshly made beignet filled with luxurious chocolate hazelnut cream.

The Orange Creamsicle Hot Chocolate offers a brighter profile, with rich orange-infused hot chocolate forming the base. It's finished with a Creamsicle Chantilly, reminiscent of the classic frozen treat, and a touch of freeze-dried orange peel for a zesty, citrusy finish. This vibrant hot chocolate is paired with a crisp chocolate orange wafer providing a satisfyingly complementary bite.

Drink #010 Orange Creamsicle Hot Chocolate from Artigiano
Rich orange-infused hot chocolate, finished with a dreamy Creamsicle Chantilly, and a touch of freeze-dried orange peel for a zesty finish. It is perfectly paired with a crisp chocolate orange wafer, featuring a signature Artigiano chocolate stamp.

I prefer the Orange Creamsicle, as it has a nicer depth of flavor than the more common hazelnut. Although, I enjoyed the chopped hazelnuts on the rim of the Hazelnut Praline cup, as they provided a crunchy element to the drink.

Tiramisu and Ube Cream Puffs from Pablo Japanese Bakery Cafe

Happy Sunday! After Mass, my parents (specifically, my dad) requested that we hang out at a coffee shop. We originally planned on going to Lumiere, but it looked full, so we ended up at Pablo.

Pablo is known for their Japanese cheese tarts. We tried two new flavors today: juicy mango and crème brûlée.

Pablo Japanese Bakery Cafe

The foundation of their excellent tarts is the crust. It isn't flaky like a Portuguese tart but is more solid yet crumbly, providing a satisfying textural contrast to the filling. The juicy mango tart offers generous slices of ripe, sweet mango, creating a burst of tropical flavor with each bite. The crème brûlée tart is topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that shatters with a delicate crack, revealing a smooth, rich custard beneath. The burnt sugar adds a subtle bitterness that balances the sweetness of the custard. I prefer the latter.

Creme Brulee and Juicy Mango Cheese Tarts from Pablo

Pablo also introduced new cream puffs, and we managed to try a couple of flavors: tiramisu and ube. Both are delicious and not overly sweet, achieving a perfect balance of flavor. The tiramisu cream puff features a light and airy choux pastry shell filled with a creamy, coffee-infused filling, dusted with cocoa powder for a hint of bitterness. The ube cream puff has a vibrant purple filling made from ube (purple yam), which has a subtly sweet and earthy flavor, contrasting beautifully with the delicate pastry.

Tiramisu and Ube Cream Puffs from Pablo

It was great to spend time with my parents and husband over delicious sweets.

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For future reference, below is a list of cheese tarts flavour we have tried from Pablo.

• Blueberry
• Chocolate
• Creme Brulee
• Juicy Mango
• Matcha
• Original Cheese Tart
• Roasted Chocolate Almond Marshmallow
• Ube