I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been asked “what’s your favourite restaurant?” and my answer is simple. I don’t have one. For me, when all is said and done it comes down to the food, so I follow the chef more so than the restaurant, and in this case I follow Chef Hamid Salimian.
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Diva at the Met at The Metropolitan Hotel – Tasting Menu
by Mijune on May 21, 2012 · 2 comments
in $30-50,$50+,Canadian,Cocktails,desserts,Downtown Vancouver,Eclectic,Fine Dining,Food 6,Fusion,International,Pacific Northwest,Pacific Rim,Persian,Top 10,Vegetarian,West coast,Wine
Manhattan, New York – The Halal Guys – 53rd and 6th (Food Cart)
by Mijune on December 2, 2011 · 11 comments
in $10 or less,Food 4,Food Truck/Cart,Hole in the Wall,Manhattan,Middle East,New York,Turkish
“Chicken & Rice”, “The Platter”, “The Halal Guys”, “Gyro-Spot”, “Chicken Guys”, The food cart on 53rd and 6th”, or whatever the name you know it by, you can’t miss this in Manhattan, New York! It’s no doubt a soft spot for the locals.
Portland, Oregon – Tasty n Sons
by Mijune on August 31, 2011 · 8 comments
in $10-20,$20-30,American,Breakfast,Brunch,Burgers/Hot Dogs,Cakes/Cupcakes,Cocktails,Doughnuts/Donuts,Eclectic,Food 4.5,Food 5,Fusion,International,Latin,Lebanese,Middle East,Moroccan,Pastries/Cookies,Portland,Sandwiches,Spanish,Tapas,West coast,Western
It’s a popular hot spot & local favourite in Portland, Oregon serving eclectic tapas inspired by local ingredients for breakfast, brunch, and dinner. It’s definitely a neighbourhood and local favourite and it’s one of the less obvious choices for tourists too.
Anatolia’s Gate – Turkish Restaurant
by Mijune on July 10, 2011 · 15 comments
in $10-20,authentic,Burnaby,Food 4.5,Hole in the Wall,Mediterranean,Pastries/Cookies,Turkish
So where can you find authentic and traditional Turkish cuisine? I introduce to you Anatolia’s Gate in Burnaby, BC! Make the drive, it will be worth it. It’s a hidden gem and hole in the wall eatery that’s family owned and operated by a Turkish family. Most famous for their massive home made lavash bread!
Yaas Bazaar (Persian food)
by Mijune on June 13, 2011 · 14 comments
in $10 or less,authentic,bakery,Cakes/Cupcakes,desserts,Food 4,Pastries/Cookies,Persian,West Vancouver
It triples as a Persian restaurant, supermarket and bakery, so you can have lunch, do some grocery shopping and treat yourself to a nice dessert as you leave! Yaas Bazaar wasn’t the best Persian food I’ve had, but for the price and portions, it’s a solid choice.
Desserts fit for Royalty! – The Apron at The Westin Hotel
by Mijune on April 29, 2011 · 17 comments
in $10-20,$20-30,$30-50,$50+,Cakes/Cupcakes,Chocolates/Candies,desserts,Doughnuts/Donuts,Eclectic,European,Fine Dining,Food 6,Fusion,Ice Cream/Gelato/Yogurt,International,Pacific Northwest,Pacific Rim,Pastries/Cookies,Persian,Richmond,Vegetarian,West coast
Obviously inspired by William and Kate’s Royal Wedding, I’m continuing the theme. They probably didn’t serve guests “Chocolate and Soil”, and too bad too because they really missed out! I’m no princess, but I sure felt like one as I indulged in these impeccable desserts fit for royalty.
The Apron – Persian New Years Dinner
by Mijune on April 13, 2011 · 9 comments
in $30-50,$50+,American,Canadian,desserts,Eclectic,Euro-Asian,European,Fine Dining,Food 6,French,Fusion,Ice Cream/Gelato/Yogurt,International,Middle East,Pacific Northwest,Pacific Rim,Pastries/Cookies,Persian,Richmond,Seafood,West coast
I mentioned that Chef Hamid is Persian and that he tends to honour his roots through ingredients. Thus I was excited to explore the culture by another visit to The Apron in celebration of their Persian New Year’s 10 course tasting menu created by their culinary genius.
The Apron
by Mijune on April 11, 2011 · 32 comments
in $30-50,American,Cakes/Cupcakes,Canadian,Chocolates/Candies,Competitions,desserts,Eclectic,Euro-Asian,European,Fine Dining,Food 6,French,Fusion,Ice Cream/Gelato/Yogurt,International,Middle East,Pacific Northwest,Pacific Rim,Pastries/Cookies,Persian,Richmond,Seafood,West coast
It was food that told a story. Food that led me to cultures that I never knew existed. Food that showed an appreciation for the past, yet exemplified an excitement for the future. Food that combined the perfect balance of science and art. It stimulated my mind and captured my heart.
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