Anyone who knows me knows that Mediterranean-inspired Café Medina in Vancouver is my favourite place for breakfast or brunch. I’m notorious for getting to work late because I’ve gotten off the train during rush hour to grab a waffle to go. On a cold and cloudy winter morning, there’s no better way to warm up…
Author: Denise Alba
Starbucks, Skittles and a Wedding
We were in Vancouver for five days last week, but it felt more like two. It was a busy five days. The first few days were spent at various coffee shops around the city trying to pump out papers while trying to squeeze family and Stella time and last minute errands in between, followed by…
This Girl
I’ll be seeing this girl in a couple days. This crazy little girl who was once allergic to chicken, but no longer is. This discerning little girl who loves macarons from Thomas Haas. This little girl who rocks a pumpkin sweater like nobody’s business.
BBQ x 2
When I woke up yesterday, I could not believe it was already November. October flew by, and I’m sure November will do the same. It will be Christmas before we know it. October was a great month – it saw minimal school and an unhealthy number of dinners out. Case in point: southern barbeque two…
Thanksgiving in Toronto
We celebrated Thanksgiving last weekend in Toronto, and while it was far from a traditional turkey-and-stuffing Thanksgiving, it was a great time. We spent time with some great people, and had some great food. We went on a “Best of Toronto” food tour, which started off with some of the best amaretti cookies I’d ever…
Chicago in 48 Hours and 30, 000 Calories
Summer was a lot busier than I had wanted it to be. Work took up a lot of time and energy, and I was left feeling like I had completely missed out on summer. So with school starting up again, the weekend in Chicago was much-needed. Not museum people by any means, our weekend was…
Point Pelee & Carnitas in Leamington
Last weekend, we went to the southernmost point in Canada – the Tip in Point Pelee National Park. It was really kind of beautiful, and I had a wonderful time. But even more beautiful were the pinche tacos we had at Taco Tony in Leamington on our way home. The chips were perfect, the spicy…
Three Salads
Anyone who knows me knows I do not like salad. I don’t care if it’s a spinach, radicchio, kale, arugula, or endive salad – they are all equally unappealing to me. That said, there are three that I can tolerate (and might even love): Panzanella Salad: little grape or cherry tomatoes are my favourite, and…
Pie for Breakfast
One of the best things about farmers markets (my dad would argue that it’s the worst) is wanting to try everything and buying way too much. Last time we were at the farmer’s market, we bought a few unnecessary things, including a bottle of local riesling and a strawberry rhubarb pie. But it was so…
Windsor’s Farmers Market
When I decided to stay in Windsor for the summer, one of my biggest concerns was missing out on the Vancouver farmer’s markets. However, I’m happy to report that I’ve discovered the downtown Windsor farmer’s market. It’s very much like the Trout Lake market – minus beer-brined chicken sandwiches – and I’ve fallen in love….
The Willistead X 3
I had three of my last seven dinners at The Willistead. The food is on trend, local, and done well. And dessert is always on point. I try to get something different whenever I’m there, but I can’t seem to stay away from their fried chicken sandwich – it’s crunchy and yummy and messy in…
Easter Weekend
Being away for school has its upsides and its downsides. One major downside is missing out on holidays with the family, and in particular, Easter. Last year, Easter happened when we were in the thick of exams, and this year, just before exams start. It’s never practical to fly home for it. This year, we…
Pup & Grub 