The Canadian Foodie: A Series by Stephanie Mau

A foodie is the informal term for food and drink aficionados. Foodies constantly seek new experiences pertaining to food and rather than treating it as a simple convenience or hunger, they indulge in the complexities and  find great enjoyment in the taste, appearance and overall experience the meal brings. Our very own contributor, Stephanie Mau travels across Vancouver to find the best spots to eat and shares her thoughts and adventures in food!

Image Credit: Stephanie Mau

August 7, 2012: Adventures in Ramen Eating
Ah, ramen. “Wheat noodles” in Japanese, and absolutely delicious in every language. A dish so heavenly that there have literally been songs written about it. Or at the very least, animated cat videos. CONTINUE READING…

Image Credit: Stephanie MauAugust 25, 2012: Keep Calm and Cupcake On
Cupcakes! That got your attention, didn’t it? But not just any cupcakes—in fact, today we are taste-testing cupcakes from Cupcakes, a Vancouver-based chain of uber-pink, super retro bakeries which were made popular by creators Heather and Lori’s show The Cupcake Girls… CONTINUE READING…

CDN Foodie - Nero Belgian WafflesMay 10, 2013: The Waffle Edition
The Canadian Foodie is back, and this time, she brought waffles. ‘Nero Belgian Waffle Bar’ is a new eatery that’s opened up in Vancouver in the past year, and I honestly don’t know how I’ve survived this long without it in my life. CONTINUE READING…

Delectable window display at Cafe Est! Est! Photo credit to Stephanie Mau.June 21, 2013: The Canadian Foodie Takes Asia: Part One
Aaaand The Canadian Foodie is back! In the past month I’ve been lucky enough to visit some of the most amazing (and delicious) cities in Asia, so pack your bags and study your phrasebooks, because I’m about to take you dining in Japan! CONTINUE READING…