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The Vanfoodster Podcast
Vancouver Foodster
116 episodes
6 days ago
Richard Wolak talks about the food scene in his travels, and features interviews with people in the food industry that inspire him as well as cookbook authors and more.
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Richard Wolak talks about the food scene in his travels, and features interviews with people in the food industry that inspire him as well as cookbook authors and more.
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The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 161

This episode features my interview with PJ L'Heureux who is the founder, president, and CEO of Central Restaurants. He is also known for founding CRAFT Beer Market. He talked about Central that recently opened in Vancouver and more.

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6 months ago
13 minutes 10 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 160

I feature H2 Kitchen and Bar in Coal Harbour.

 

I talk about some of our upcoming Food challenges during the Fall.

 

I do a Spotlight on Thai Restaurants in the city – featuring the Thai Mastery dinner at Baan Lao Thai Cuisine as well as their Afternoon Thai Tea Experience. I talk about some of my other favourite Thai restaurants as well as some recent newcomers that look good.

 

I do a recap on the Taste of Abby Night Market.

 

I do a recap on the Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields.

 

Follow me on Instagram, TikTok and X @Vanfoodster as well to visit VancouverFoodster.com for everything food in Vancouver and beyond.

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1 year ago
23 minutes 17 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 159

In this week’s episode,

I talk about the Vancouver Sundae Challenge.

I feature Chambar restaurant and their August tasting menu.

I feature Happy Hour at Coast Restaurant.

I feature Slover wines and collective goods dinner.

I talk about Upcoming Events including Light Up Chinatown

Lastly, I feature my Interview with Alexa Gervais, Head Bartender at L'abattoir

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1 year ago
34 minutes 5 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 158

In this week’s episode,

I feature the Summer like and Italian promotion at Kitchen Table Restaurants, specifically at Giovane, Pourhouse and Bacaro.

I talk about the Summer Burger Festival.

 

I feature Annabelle’s Café recently opened in Chinatown.

 

I feature Gary’s in South Granville.

 

Lastly, I feature my Interview with Andrew Forsyth, Head Sommelier at L'abattoir

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1 year ago
30 minutes 28 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 157

In this week’s episode,

I do a spotlight on the Southern Okanagan featuring Naramata, Penticton and Oliver where I feature the Naramata Inn, Poplar Grove Restaurant, Soe Coffee, and Phantom Creek Estates winery and restaurant.

I also feature Hugo’s Mexican Kitchen, Smoking Gun Coffee and Farmhouse Brewing and Local Harvest in Chilliwack.

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1 year ago
18 minutes 48 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 156

In this week’s episode,

I feature Johnny Fox’s Irish Pub on Main Street.

I feature Good Thief recently opened in Mount Pleasant.

I feature Pasta Polo in Coquitlam.

I talk about some Upcoming Food Events that include our Dumpling Fest on September 4, Vietnamese Cooking Class with Chef Cherry Pham on September 9, North Vancouver Tasting Tour on September 11, Tasting Plates Commercial Drive on September 18 and Tasting Plates Westend on September 25.

I talk about the Vancouver Folk Music Festival

I feature my interview with Zar Electrik

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1 year ago
23 minutes 50 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 155

In this week’s episode,

I feature L’Abattoir Restaurant Ala Carte, Mocktails and more.

I feature Life is Sweet Confections recently opened in North Vancouver.

I feature Emilees Sweet House in East Vancouver.

I talk about cooking with the Fresh Prep and Anh and Chi Chefs Collab meal kits.

I talk about a Day Trip to Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast.

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1 year ago
27 minutes 5 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 154

In this week’s episode,

I feature Mish Mish Bakery that opened recently in Fraserhood.

I feature Okuizakaya in Gastown.

I feature The Art of Giving Afternoon Tea at 137 Pillars Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand.

I talk about some Upcoming Food and Music Events that include Carnival del Sol and the Vancouver Folk Music Festival

I feature the Summer Water Lilies Afternoon Tea at the Siam Kempinski Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand.

I talk about Fly Over Canada and their new film Awaken Canada.

I talk about our Corporate Food Tours.

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1 year ago
19 minutes 32 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 153

In this week’s episode,


I feature Vegas Donuts that opened recently in East Van.


I talk about the Vancouver Mocktail Challenge.


I feature Locanda dell’Orso recently opened in downtown Vancouver.


I feature the Georgia Bar opened recently in downtown Vancouver.


I talk about some Upcoming Food Events that include our 15th Anniversary Dinner Celebration on July 31, Dumpling Fest on September 4, North Vancouver Tasting Tour on September 11, Tasting Plates Commercial Drive on September 18 and Tasting Plates Westend on September 25.


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1 year ago
15 minutes 51 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 152

In this week’s episode,

 

I talk about the 11th Annual Vancouver Taco Challenge.

 

I talk about Five Foodie Treats.

 

I feature Honest to Pete coffee in Cambie Village.

 

I feature recently opened Tutto Belle il Gelato in Kitsilano.

 

I feature 75 West Coast Grill Tacos and more in Richmond.

 

I feature recently opened Estratto Coffee in Mount Pleasant.

 

I feature Tozen Sushi Bar in the Fairview neighborhood.

 

I feature recently opened Virtue Natural Bakery in Kitsilano.

 

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1 year ago
16 minutes 54 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 150

In this week’s episode,

I feature Hungry Zus recently opened in downtown Vancouver.

I feature Industry Apizza on Commercial Drive.

I feature Lift & Bar Grill in Coal Harbour.

I feature L’atelier Patisserie on East Broadway.

I talk about some upcoming foodie events.

I feature a day trip to Bellingham with the Acura RDX 2024.

I feature Natalino’s Pizza in South Surrey.

I feature Food by Fanta and some new dishes in Langley.

I feature Chewie’s Smokehouse in Kitsilano.

I feature Cowdog Coffee in Mount Pleasant.

Lastly, I feature my interview with Graham With, Head Brewer at Parallel 49 Brewing.

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1 year ago
43 minutes 19 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 149

In this week’s episode,

I feature Sushi Mahana in North Vancouver.

I talk about the Vancouver Croissant Challenge.

I feature the Sakura Afternoon Tea at Five Sails Restaurant.

I talk about the Vancouver Chowder Challenge.

I do a feature on Cockney Kings Fish & Chips in Kitsilano.

I feature the Cherry Blossom Tea at Notch 8 Restaurant.

I talk about the new Tiffy Cooks cookbook by Penguin Canada.

I feature Bahubali Biryani House recently opened in Delta.

I feature Talavera Mexican Coffee Shop in the Riley Park neighbourhood.

I feature recently opened The Hestia Veggie in the Westend.

Lastly,  I feature my interview with Yuki Aida.

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1 year ago
51 minutes 50 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 148

In this week’s episode,

I feature recently opened Skye Avenue Kitchen & Bar in Surrey.

I feature Merci Boulangerie that just opened on Commercial Drive.

I feature Tayybeh Syrian Cuisine recently opened in Kitsilano.

Feature Mumbai Masala Restaurant in North Van.

I talk about the Vancouver Poutine Challenge.

Feature on Ramson’s Pizzeria in Cambie Village.

Feature on Akbar Joojah restaurant in North Vancouver.

Lastly, I recap the Lunar New Year celebration at Glowbal Restaurant.

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1 year ago
36 minutes 15 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 147

In this week’s episode,

I feature my trip to Tulum and Playa del Carmen in Mexico.

Follow me on Instagram, TikTok and X @Vanfoodster as well to visit VancouverFoodster.com for everything food in Vancouver and beyond.

Shoutout to Cointreau for the airline tickets on Flair Airlines to Cancun. We had a great flight and created our own adventure in Mexico as we explored the food scene in both Tulum and Playa del Carmen

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1 year ago
25 minutes 16 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 146

In this week’s episode,

I feature just opened Sweet 7 on Robson.

I feature recently opened Mogador Restaurant in Gastown.

I talk about the 10th Annual Vancouver Coffee Drink Challenge.

I feature recently opened Famous Dosa on Kingsway.

I feature Indian Chefs Kitchen in East Village.

I talk about some upcoming Dine Out Vancouver Events.

I talk about the Dine Out Vancouver Festival and 385+ restaurants.

Lastly, I feature Wow full Noodles in downtown Vancouver.

Follow me on Instagram, TikTok and X @Vanfoodster as well to visit VancouverFoodster.com for everything food in Vancouver and beyond.

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1 year ago
25 minutes 24 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 145

In this week’s episode,

I feature recently opened Dovetail in Yaletown.

I feature Jungle Room in the Westend.

I talk about the Northwest Culinary School Risotto Cooking Class.

I feature the Kapow burgers at Electric Bicycle Brewing.

Lastly, I feature an interview with Chef Alessandro Vianello of Jungle Room.

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1 year ago
27 minutes 34 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 144

In this week’s episode,

I feature recently opened Jamila’s Kitchen on Commercial Drive.

I feature The Painted Ship in Kitsilano.

I talk about the winners of the Holiday Cocktail Challenge and the winners of the Holiday Cake Challenge.

I feature recently opened La Saison Patisserie in East Van.

I talk about the upcoming 10th Annual Coffee Drink Challenge.

I feature recently opened Chickasta Grill in Point Grey.

I feature Lieto Café in Langley.

I talk about the Northwest Culinary School graduation 11 course lunch.

Lastly, I talk about Ban Chok Dee in downtown Langley.

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1 year ago
20 minutes 13 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 143

In this week’s episode,

I feature recently opened Bar Haifa in downtown Vancouver.

I talk about Cup & Bun Café in Burnaby Heights.

I talk about Amoka Coffee & Bites in the Westend.

I talk about the upcoming Dine Out Vancouver Fest Foodie Events.

I do a spotlight on Salish Lodge & Spa in Snoqualmie Falls, Wa.

Lastly, I do a feature on some eateries in Bellingham, Wa. that include Makeworth Coffee Roasters, Coconut Kenny's, Pelemni, Accomplice and the Other Side Bagel Co.

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1 year ago
28 minutes 18 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 142

In this week’s episode,

I feature Myomisushi in Richmond.

I feature recently opened Pizzone Pizza in Strathcona.

I talk about the Vancouver Holiday Cocktail Challenge.

I talk about the Vancouver Holiday Cake Challenge

I feature Batch Vancouver and their holiday offerings.

I feature Chai Ghai and some of their new menu items.

I talk about the Vancouver Hot Chocolate Challenge.

I talk about the new Bred cookbook.

I feature some snippets from our recent Food Talks Vol 17 event.

Follow me on Instagram, TikTok and X @Vanfoodster as well to visit VancouverFoodster.com for everything food in Vancouver and beyond.


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1 year ago
26 minutes 9 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
The Vanfoodster Podcast: Episode 141

In this week’s episode,

I feature a spotlight on Victoria and talk about staying at the Huntingdon Manor Hotel.

I feature Café Malabar for South Indian cuisine in Victoria.

I feature Marilena Cafe and Raw Bar in downtown Victoria.

I feature the Ugly Duckling Dining and their tasting menu in Victoria.

I feature The Art of Slow Food in downtown Victoria.

I feature Faro in the Oak Bay neighbourhood.

I feature Fernwood Coffee Co in Fernwood.

I feature The Courteney Room in downtown Victoria for brunch.

I feature HeliJet for transportation.

I talk about some Upcoming Foodie Events including Dumpling Fest, Pizza Palooza, and Food Talks.

Follow me on Instagram, TikTok and X @Vanfoodster as well to visit VancouverFoodster.com for everything food in Vancouver and beyond.


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2 years ago
24 minutes 44 seconds

The Vanfoodster Podcast
Richard Wolak talks about the food scene in his travels, and features interviews with people in the food industry that inspire him as well as cookbook authors and more.