Bon Macaron Patisserie has gained a cult following in Victoria, BC since opening there in 2013. It will launch two new locations in Vancouver this month: a Kitsilano patisserie opens August 8th, and a Granville Island storefront will open its doors soon after. Owners David Boetti and Yann Fougere, both French, met at university in […]
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Faubourg Paris celebrates National Macaron Day in support of the Canadian Cancer Society
Here’s to sweet treats and a generous spirit. Faubourg Paris, Vancouver’s premier trio of French boulangerie pâtisseries, is celebrating Macaron Day on Friday, March 20 by giving back. Faubourg will offer its signature Parisian-style macarons for $1 each (half off the regular price), match every dollar of macaron sales and donate 100% of gross proceeds […]

Faubourg Downtown Vancouver
Having experienced such immense popularity with its Kerrisdale patisserie, Faubourg Paris recently opened up a second location – this time in downtown Vancouver. Located on Hornby Street near Robson, this gorgeous shop is adored with white orchids, beautiful chandeliers and white marble. They offer the same cakes and pastries you came to love in Kerrisadale. […]

Sakura Westcoast Tea Service & Private Tea Tasting at The Urban Tea Merchant
The Urban Tea Merchant in downtown Vancouver is the exclusive Canadian Distributor for TWG Tea, the finest luxury tea brand in the world. Its exquisite Boutique & Tea Salon on Alberni Street features TWG teas and accessories along with aromatic tea infused patisseries and delicious gourmet meals. We were kindly invited by The Urban Tea […]

Kitchening & Co. to Donate $10,000 Worth of Macarons for Charity
International Macaron Day is March 20th! This year, our favourite macaron maker Kitchening & Co. is donating up to $10,000 worth of macarons to raise money for three of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside charities — Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre, Mission Possible and Linwood House. So how can you help the endeavour? The premise is simple: 1) […]

Bon Macaron Patisserie – Victoria, BC
Exciting news for macaron-lovers on Vancouver Island: The first dedicated macaron shop in Victoria, Bon Macaron Patisserie, opened its doors last month on Broad Street! That’s right, your prayers have been answered. You won’t have to make a trip to the mainland to enjoy the sweet taste of your favorite French treat – be it Thierry, Thomas […]

Fol Epi Organic Bakery Victoria, BC
Fol Epi organic bakery is a true Vancouver Island gem. Located at Victoria’s Dockside Green, across the Johnson and Bay Street Bridges, Fol Epi creates breads and pastries with a subtle refinement to them evoking flavors of Europe. The superb bakery uses organic produce sourced from local farmers as much as possible. They carefully mill […]

French Made Baking Review
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 […]

Soirette Macarons & Tea Review
In a French macaron-crazed city like Vancouver, Soirette Macarons & Tea has made a welcomed addition to the current dessert scene. The beautiful shop recently opened its doors in a prime downtown location, perfectly situated on West Pender Street in dazzling Coal Harbour. Stylish and sophisticated, the space is impeccably decorated with calming soft blue […]

Bel Cafe Review – Rosewood Hotel Georgia
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 […]

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Ancora Opens For Weekday Lunch & Sunday Brunch April 18, 2016
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Vancouver’s Ancora Waterfront Dining & Patio Named Among Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants April 16, 2016
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Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria named amongst Best Pizza in the World by Condé Nast Traveler April 12, 2016
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Mother’s Day Brunch at Glowbal & COAST Restaurants April 8, 2016
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Glowbal Is Back And Better Than Ever August 13, 2015
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Beach Bay Café and Patio Now Serving Up Sunday Brunch August 5, 2015
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Beloved Victoria Macaron Patisserie set to open in Vancouver August 4, 2015
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