Friday afternoon, guests at the #OaxacanTasting at La Mezcaleria were treating to some very refreshing and tasty cocktails created by Kelly Ann Woods. Put on in conjunction with the Tequila Expo, the afternoon started with a welcome cocktail, “Spiked Agua Fresca” – Watermelon Thai Basil con piquete (or without). Garnished with a bright cube of…
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Recipe: Enchiladas Oaxaqueñas
After a Friday afternoon cooking demonstration at La Mezcaleria in Vancouver, Chef Susana Trilling shared her recipes with the guests, so we could try the dishes for ourselves at home. ENCHILADAS OAXAQUEÑAS TORTILLAS IN COLORADITO MOLE OR RED MOLE This Oaxacan-style dish is the perfect way to use leftover mole sauce. In Oaxaca, enchiladas are…
Holy Mole! #OaxacanTasting at La Mezcaleria
This weekend visitors to Eat! Vancouver Festival were treated to the first visit by renowned chef , Susana Trilling, appearing in Vancouver as part of the World Culinary Expo. Before the Festival kicked of, a few lucky foodies and culinary media were privy to a private cooking demonstration by the chef, restaurateur, TV Host and…
Recipe: Mole Coloradito Oaxaqueño
After a Friday afternoon cooking demonstration at La Mezcaleria in Vancouver, Chef Susana Trilling shared this recipe for Mole Coloradito Oaxaqueño taken from her cookbook ¨Seasons of My Heart: A Culinary Journey Through Oaxaca, Mexico¨. “OAXACAN COLORADITO MOLE I learned to make this flavorful combination of chiles and spices from my friend and teacher Carlota Santos. She has…
Exile on Bute Street
Located on the 1200 block of Bute Street (at the rainbow crosswalk) in Vancouver’s Davie Village, Exile Bistro is a great new addition to the West End dining scene. The small 25 seat bistro and cocktail bar prides itself on using ethically grown, locally sourced or foraged ingredients that are as organic as possible. While…
Ready Set Draw Down!
Coming up June 14, there’s a showdown of a different kind happening in Vancouver. A day-long event, Vancouver Draw Down celebrates drawing and challenges everyone to try their hand at creating their own art in workshops at Vancouver’s community centres, museums, art galleries, and on the street! Participants can try their hand at mural drawing,…
Le Petit Belge – European Pastry
At the east end of Robson Street, amongst the Asian and other quick serve eateries lies Le Petit Belge. The European pastry and waffle shop is a change of pace, a quiet spot to relax over a pastry and coffee. The house made Belgian waffles and pastries are becoming popular as the shop is often…