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Crystal "Queen of the Canadian Yelp-i-dom" H.'s Profile
Vancouver's Spicy Foods
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1. Banana Leaf On Denman
A dinner of Mee Goreng that left me swooning, not sweating; whatever they do to their spice palette is fantastic. It's the type of spice that hits hot but tapers off before your bite is done. Perfect for me as I loathe the lingering burn that…More »
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3/31/2009
Lunch time - no rush, no huge lineup out the door, even for a small space. Just the way I like it!… Read more »
2. Annapurna Restaurant
Vancouver, BC B6J 1M5
(604) 736-5959
Categories:
Vegetarian,
Indian,
Vegan
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
What do you do when you're hanging out with a vegan friend and you're hungry?
Search "vegetarian" on Yelp.
And what do you say when your vegan friend marvels at the menu because when she goes out there's usually only ONE vegetarian option that needs…More »
3. Thai Basil
Only for take-out, I do stand by my word. But for amazing Pad Thai with the freshest prawns, chewy noodles, fresh cilantro and perfectly deep fried tofu - Thai Basil earns another star (and a *pad* on the back!)
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3/1/2009
This is a great little place for take away at lunch time. It's reasonably priced, fast and close to… Read more »
4. Maenam
Dessert review first...the rest follows:
"dark chocolate pot de crème"...they had me at "dark chocolate" but it was the "tamarind semifreddo" that made me fall in love! Presented in a little cup, our server instructed me to break it (you'll understand…More »
5. Babylon Café
Since we're going with the thanks - I want to thank both Kath R and Marc D for pointing me in the direction of Babylon!
A musical diddy dedicated to delicious chicken shawarma.
[insert music icons here] Oh chicken, chicken - you filled my tummy so…More »
6. The Flying Tiger
Vancouver, BC V6K 1R4
(604) 737-7529
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Asian Fusion
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Our heroine, now Duchess of the Flying Tiger, Crystal, might now travel the world (okay -- just Canada and the US West), but that doesn't stop her from visiting The Flying Tiger TWICE in one week.
And why? With so many dining choices out there? Well,…More »
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6/10/2010
An epic tale continues....
Caught up in eating her way through most of Vancouver's new… Read more »
7. Naked Chili
A very strong three star indeed! Newly refreshed and reopened, Naked Chili's white and red decor trumps the Casablanca that was there before (but for now, they are still giving out Casablanca's business cards and haven't changed over the awning, so…More »
8. The Noodle Box
*You know you've written quite a few reviews when you go to update your review and realize you haven't written a review in the first place*
Enter Noodle Box - my go-to place when I'm craving something that I can justify as healthy and loaded with…More »
9. Kam's Place - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6E 1M5
(604) 669-3389
Categories:
Singaporean,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
I mourn the because-the-rent-is-too-high loss of one of my favourite West End owners, Kam. The restaurant is under new ownership and Kam is off looking for a new place to set up roots.
But while the new management has made an entirely new menu of…More »
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2/9/2009
My favorite, walk to place for take away. The owner knows everyone - or at the very least, makes you… Read more »
10. Thai Terrace Restaurant
If you're on the 99 B Line heading home from UBC - make this your pit stop.
Good food, fast. There's no glamour here - but the food is pretty good for the price point.
Swimming Rama and rice usually satiates my peanut sauce craving and there's always…More »
11. Bandidas Taqueria
Vancouver, BC V5N 4C5
(604) 568-8224
Categories:
Mexican,
Vegetarian,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Kensington-Cedar Cottage
So, perhaps I built up too much enthusiasm over the amazing sounding creations on the menu because when my Hick's Benny arrived with a side of *yawn* beans and overcooked poached eggs, I felt a wave of disappointment. Where was all of the kick I was…More »
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5/17/2009
Holy mole! Vegetarian and Mexican. Can it be true? Oh yes! And good too! I found free parking in the… Read more »
12. Spices
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W5
(604) 876-6618
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhoods: South Cambie, Riley Park
Baby it's cold outside...and my hands are just like ice! The steamy windowed Spices was the perfect way to warm up.
Like their hearty and flavourful pho broth, this is a strong and fragrant 3 stars. The salad rolls were plentiful with green leaf…More »
13. Chada Thai
I'm not usually excited when my car needs some fixing up--but when I can try out a restaurant I've been meaning to get to for over a year--little car, you can keep on squeaking!
Showed up solo during the business lunch rush (read: full house!) and was…More »
14. El Taco
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1B6
(604) 806-0300
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
This is heaven sent. Rushing around over lunch time, a grumbling stomach, I popping into a little piece of tacky Mexico for some sustenance.
I ordered a chicken burrito to go. While I waited I sipped on a horchata which was perfectly cinnamon…More »
15. Fresh Is Best
For two years I have walked by this shop and have obviously never noticed it because today when I went in, I thought it was brand new! How have I missed out on samples of tortillas and salsa, guacamole, hummus, tzatziki, sauces and drink mixes?
They…More »
16. Don Guacamole's
Vancouver, BC V6E 1C6
(604) 569-2295
Categories:
Mexican,
Latin American
Neighbourhood: West End
Ole! I say! An authentic Mexican restaurant on Robson Street? No way! With big screen TVs broadcasting Fox World Sports (looked like soccer to me) and tune-age reminiscent of a tequila sunrise, I knew I was in for a treat.
If your name is Guacamole,…More »
17. Salsa & Agave Mexican Grill
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R6
(604) 408-4228
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
When I'm feeling under the weather, regardless of the weather outside, it's Pazole or Azteca soup that I crave. Lucky for me, Salsa and Agave has pazole on weekends AND makes sure take away orders are filled right away.
Between burritos that stand…More »
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7/5/2010
**It's Take Away Only right now**
Yummy soft corn tacos (oh, al pastor I love you and your pineapple… Read more »
18. UYE Korean Supper @ Choon Ha Choo Dong
Can I go out to eat with Yoony + Mike P (et al) every Friday night?
I think I'm going to need some help filling in the blanks on what we eat - there was soooo much food!
Food highlights for me were:
-sweet and sour pork. The pork was strips of meat,…More »
19. Indian Oven Restaurant
Rogan Josh, Butter Chicken and Eggplant - well, hello new lovers! I've been getting to know you well Once last night for dinner and then today for lunch! And I've got to say, you've swept me off my feet.
Because you've got it going on with:
-Dishes…More »
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Yelping SinceOctober 2008
Things I Lovefriendly neighbours, home decor, DIY, loose teas, sushi, craft beer, bands in small clubs, independent bookstores, cooking, chocolate, reading, films, coffee, nerds, writing, eco-chic, environmental causes
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