Food for Thought: Some Restaurants in Vancouver to Try

When I think about culture my mind automatically goes to food, from the history of it, to how it brings people together around the table and isn’t that all culture really is? People coming together?… Well maybe it is just me, but I do think I’m onto something. Anyways today I thought I would talk about the cultures that truly shaped Vancouver and because we have a bunch of restaurants needing business I figured it would be interesting to share restaurants from these cultures. Hey, we may not be able to travel much right now but at least you can experience the cuisine of these places. 

There are obviously many cultures that have shaped Vancouver but I have decided to focus on First Nations, Japanese and Italian.  So let’s get into it and you are forewarned that a lot of these places I have not personally tried but will be added onto my personal bucket list!

First Nations: There are few authentic indigenous restaurants around Vanvouver so you have to make these places count! 

Salmon N’ Bannock ($$-$$$): Known for its bannock (obviously) they also offer wild fish and free range game meat. Find them at https://www.facebook.com/SalmonNBannockBistro

Mr. Bannock ($$): This is a food truck (even better for social distancing) that has been around since 2018. They use traditional cooking methods such as stone baking. Find them at https://www.facebook.com/MrBannockFood/ 

Japanese: A culture that is strongly rooted in Vancouver, their cuisine is easy to find and enjoyable. 

Ramen Danbo ($): It has been described as “cheap and delicious” focusing on the classic Japanese soup ramen, that is way better than that packet of Mr. Noodles you have at home. Find them at https://www.facebook.com/RamenDanbo/

Miko Sushi ($$-$$$): This restaurant is family run and operated serving some great sushi. (They don’t seem to have a website or social media, so you know its good when its still super popular).

Italian: A culture that I didn’t know had much influence on Vancouver culture until I did my research but alas it is true, and as someone who just had been to Italy before the coronavirus I am alway on a hunt for good fresh made pasta (but it seems to have been a dead end until now maybe. 

Osteria Savio Volpe ($$): Characterized with its fresh, homemade pasta and locally sourced ingredients, this one is definitely on my list.Find them on Instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/savio_volpe/?hl=en

Tavola ($$$): This restaurant serves modern Italian food in the traditional family style way of sharing.Find them at  https://www.facebook.com/tavolavancouver/

Hope you enjoyed the list, don’t forget to keep on supporting local restaurants!

 

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