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Origin Gluten-Free Bakery Victoria, BC

on April 1, 2013 in Dessert

Origin Bakery is Victoria, BC’s first dedicated gluten-free establishment, providing fresh quality products for those seeking nutritious alternatives to wheat-based diets. Origin Bakery’s number one priority is to address the needs of those with Celiac disease, although it does strive to provide baked goods that taste great for everyone. Their bakers use high quality, natural [...]

French Made Baking Review

on May 17, 2012 in Dessert, French

We first encountered French Made Baking at the Vancouver Baker’s Market late last year. Initially selling their creations at markets and through their website, French couple David & Catherine opened an official bakery on Kingsway near Main Street at the beginning of this year. We were inviting to French Made Baking’s media event and had the [...]

Faubourg – Vancouver’s Own Gourmet Retailer

on February 9, 2012 in Breakfast, Brunch, Cafe, Coffee Shops, Dessert, French, Kerrisdale

This is our third review of Faubourg, Vancouver’s Own Gourmet Retailer. Our first visit focused on their delectable pastries, while the second featured a variety of their delicious weekend brunch dishes offered in their Bistro. And on this occasion I wanted to highlight a couple of their fantastic desserts. Out of sheer habit, we always [...]

Baguette & Co Review – French Bakery And Coffee House In Kitsilano

on February 7, 2012 in Breakfast, Cafe, Coffee Shops, Dessert, Kitsilano

We absolutely adore Faubourg in Kerrisdale and find ourselves there quite often, either dining in their Bistro for brunch or enjoying a few of their sinfully good pastries. However, we thought it was time to try a French bakery that we had never been to before and that was closer to our Kits home, such [...]

Buns In The Sun Review (Kona, Hawaii)

on January 13, 2012 in Breakfast

Buns in the Sun has been a Big Island landmark for over 20 years with Kona’s best baked goods, including breads, cakes and pastries. They have become the “go-to” bakery and deli for breakfast and lunch for island residents and visitors alike. Casual and laid back, Buns in the Sun is located in Lanihau Center, [...]

Uprising Breads Bakery Kitsilano Review

on January 4, 2012 in Cafe, Coffee Shops, Dessert, Kitsilano

Uprising Breads Bakery is an East Vancouver icon with over thirty years in business. It has a reputation for good quality baked goods made at its Venables Street location that can also be purchased in retail stores throughout the Lower Mainland. The company recently opened up a second shop a few months ago in Kitsilano. [...]

Bel Cafe Review – Rosewood Hotel Georgia

on November 21, 2011 in Cafe, Coffee Shops, Downtown, Hotel

First opened in 1927, the recently renovated Rosewood Hotel Georgia is the city’s most historic retreat. While walking through this luxury boutique hotel, I marveled at its beautifully designed and gorgeously styled lobby. Located inside the Rosewood Hotel Georgia is the equally sleek and sophisticated Bel Cafe. Situated in the perfect downtown Vancouver location, the [...]

Baker’s Market Vancouver Review

on November 10, 2011 in Dessert, East Vancouver

Located on Saturdays at Moberly Arts & Cultural Centre, the “sweetest event is Vancouver” is the Baker’s Market! There were quite a few vendors in attendance when we visited on Saturday (October, 29th). We were very impressed with the quality and selection of baked goods — these were serious artisans and professional bakers all showcasing [...]

France Gourmande: Sweet French Seduction

on November 10, 2011 in Dessert

Owner Marie-Christine Fuseau takes great pleasure in food and created France Gourmande: Sweet French Seduction to showcase her enticing French baked goods: “We bake. You enjoy. We are delighted!” Marie-Christine bakes a variety of authentic French pastries, like her delectable Galettes Bretonnes that we sampled at Baker’s Market Vancouver. Galettes Bretonnes-Breton Shortbread ($2.50 for two [...]

Sweet Temptations Cakes & Pastries

on November 9, 2011 in Dessert

Kit Rivera started Sweet Temptations Cakes & Pastries because of her great passion for baking and cooking. Inspired by her culinary expert mother, Kit has been creating her own delectable dessert recipes since a very young age: Desserts don’t necessarily have to be excessively sweet, sweetness in moderation is the key matched with the right [...]

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