Meat & Bread (1033 W. Pender Street)
By Kuan Ho, Modern Mix Vancouver writer Office-folk rejoice! It is no longer necessary to make the 15 minute pilgrimage to Victory Square for a delicious sandwich. Meat & Bread recently opened the doors to its second location on the corner of Pender and Burrard. For those uninitiated, check out its spot on Food Network’s […]
Cafe Il Nido – Summer 2012 Menu
Modern Mix Vancouver was recently in attendance at a party at Cafe Il Nido (780 Thurlow Street), celebrating the Italian Restaurant’s annual summer menu change. Owner Franco Felice was born in Italy and moved to Canada when he was 16 years old, immediately gravitating towards the culinary world. His passion for both his business and […]
The GREAT (Britain) Campaign – Flash Mob at YVR
If you’ve been to YVR Airport recently, you may have noticed lots of British signage and displays. Britain has recently been celebrated all over Canada with the launch of Virgin flights, Richard Branson’s visit, the Royals touring Toronto – plus a series of celebrations surrounding the UK ‘GREAT Campaign.’ The GREAT campaign invites the world […]
Portobello West – Summer Edition (May 26 & 27)
Portobello West Summer Edition happens from 11am-5pm on Saturday+Sunday, May 26 and 27 at the Creekside Community Centre in Athlete’s Village. It only costs $2 (children 12 and under are free) and is a great way to shop for locally made art, clothing, accessories, and sweets! Be sure to ask for a Shop Local Passport to the market and […]
Hooker's Green – now open in Yaletown
The Donnelly Group has launched its latest venue, Hooker’s Green, located directly downstairs from the New Oxford (1144 Homer Street), serving as a rec room for the popular Yaletown venue. A winding raw metal stairway connects the two rooms, effectively creating the largest, most versatile local in the neighborhood. Alternatively, you can also enter Hooker’s […]
Raincity Grill (1193 Denman Street) – Sustainable Eating for 20 Years
By Priscilla Chan, Modern Mix Vancouver Writer Raincity Grill, the iconic Westend restaurant turned 20 years old last week and celebrated by throwing an anniversary party. Raincity Grill first opened its doors in 1992 with a desire to serve local and sustainable cuisine. This meant that their menu had to change weekly depending on what […]