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Richmond
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: Northern Delicacy
Restaurant: Northern Delicacy Location: 4151 Hazelbridge Way (Aberdeen Centre) , Richmond, BC Cuisine: Shanghainese/ Chinese/ Dim Sum Menu: N/A Price: $15-25 Going back to Vancouver, I had to fit in a family dinner before I returned to Ottawa. What I was craving was Shanghainese food! Lucky there are countless Shanghainese restaurants in Richmond. My mom actually chose to go to Northern … Continue reading
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: Meloty
Restaurant: Meloty Fine Tea Location: #1161-8328 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC Cuisine: Afternoon Tea/ Dessert/ French Menu: http://www.meloty.com/menu.html Price: $15-25 I was extra excited to visit Meloty when I heard that their High Tea Set was All-You-Can-Eat! I’ve heard in the past that some people have had great experiences here. When I walked into the Tea house, I was surprised by the delicate … Continue reading
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: 100% Healthy Desserts (百分百甜品)
Restaurant: 100% Healthy Desserts (百分百甜品) Location: 8291 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC Cuisine: Desserts/ Chinese Menu: N/A Price: $10 or Less I remember I use to come here almost every week. It just seemed like a good place to chill even though it’s such a small Dessert house and you’d feel bad for sitting too long (and yet I did 😛 LOL). … Continue reading
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: Aji Taro
Restaurant: Aji Taro Location: 4940 #3 Road, Richmond, BC Cuisine: Japanese/ Sushi/ All-You-Can-Eat Menu: http://www.ajitaro.com/ Price: $15-25 I guess for late-night sushi, the standards are quite low? I’d compare it to packaged cookies vs. fresh baked. You can’t expect the same quality from both! During late night Aji Taro has a Standard Late Night Menu as well as a Deluxe Late Night … Continue reading
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: CHOP Steakhouse
Restaurant: CHOP Steakhouse Location: 10251 St Edwards Drive, Richmond, BC Cuisine: Steakhouse/ Seafood Menu: http://www.chop.ca/the-menu.aspx Price: $25 and Up I’ve actually been to Chop a few times. For some reason I always happen to come here around the time I’m about to leave Vancouver. But every time the food always maintains a standard. Although what I really like about … Continue reading
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: Nan Chuu Japanese Izakaya
Restaurant: Nan Chuu Japanese Izakaya Location: 1160-8391 Alexandra Road, Richmond, BC Cuisine: Japanese/Sushi/Tapas Menu: http://www.urbanspoon.com/u/menu/181243?p=0 Price: $10-15 Although I wasn’t planning on going to Nan Chuu, it’s still a great place to chill with friends and savor delectable dishes. I actually wanted to go to Manzo right after I finished my Final at 10pm, but it was closed on … Continue reading
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: Manzo Japanese Restaurant (Izakaya)
Restaurant: Manzo Japanese Restaurant (Izakaya) Location: 8391 Alexandra Road, Richmond, BC Cuisine: Japanese/Tapas/Sushi Menu: http://manzorestaurant.com Price: $15-25 I think I’ve been coming to Manzo on Alexandra for about ~6 years. But not on a usual basis until recently. Before I use to come because I can’t stand to be away from one dish in particular (you will find out which dish … Continue reading
Dining 101 [Vancouver]: Gyo-O Japanese Restaurant
Restaurant: Gyo-O Japanese Restaurant Location: #2137-3779 Sexsmith Road, Richmond, BC Cuisine: Japanese/Donburi/Noodle Shop Menu: http://gyo-o.com/index.html Price: $10-15 Just the regular flavored Takoyaki, although much better made than any you’d find at the night market. Alot of times when you bite into a Takoyaki it breaks apart because the outer skin is quite soft, but Gyo-O creates a sort … Continue reading
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