Ever since I left Tokyo a couple of months ago, I had been craving a good and authentic Japanese meal. …
Raisu: tasty Japanese bistro in Kitsilano
Does Jam Café in Kitsilano live up to its reputation?
While browsing the web to find the best brunch restaurants in Vancouver, the name Jam Café came back countless times. …
SüLT: pierogi bar with a Canadian twist in Victoria
Oh dumplings! Xiaolongbao, gyoza, dim sum or pierogi, I love them all. Needless to say, I was pretty excited when …
Provence Marinaside: a little taste of Provence in Yaletown
So here I am. Vancouver! Relocating in the midst of the pandemic was not an easy journey. After months of …
Picnic Too’s Brunch in Victoria: when simple is best
I randomly stumbled across Picnic Too while walking downtown Victoria the other day. It was a sunny day and I …
House of Boateng: exotic brunch in Langford
For an off the beaten path brunch, stop by House of Boateng in Langford. This café offers dishes from West …
Sustainable brunch at Nourish Kitchen & Café in Victoria
If you do not want to compromise between pleasure and health next time you go for brunch, try Nourish Kitchen …
Tempura Abe Ginza: unpretentious Michelin quality tempura
As I announced in my previous post, I am leaving Tokyo for Vancouver soon. There is a billion places I …
Harold & Co: spectacular dinner in Omotesando
Are you looking for a somewhat exciting meal? Then Harold & Co may be what you need! This Western-style restaurant …
Two Rooms: sophisticated restaurant above the sky in Aoyama
Two Rooms Grill Bar is a wonderful above-the-sky restaurant located in Aoyama. It features a wide terrace overlooking the city …
Ta-im: authentic Israeli delights in Ebisu
‘Ta-im‘ means delicious in Hebrew, and there is no better suited name for this lovely Israeli restaurant. If you are …
La maison jouvaud: splendid desserts in Hiroo
If you want to indulge yourself with a fancy treat, try La maison Jouvaud in Hiroo. Not only are their …
Junkadelic: a must-try for great Mexican food in Nakameguro
Located in Nakameguro, Junkadelic is a staple in Tokyo when it comes to Mexican cuisine. It’s very popular among expats …
My top 5 salad bars for healthy meals (and full bellies) in Tokyo!
A few years back, I was really struggling to find varied and filling salads in Tokyo. I would usually hit …
Fromatique: authentic cheese fondue and raclette restaurant in Kagurazaka
If you live in Tokyo and love cheese as much as I do, life can get hard sometimes. Tokyo’s cheese …
Pizzeria Ciro: traditional Neapolitan pizzeria in Higashi-Nakano
There are tons of pizzerias in Tokyo, but quite ironically, there are only very few good ones. Even though I …