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Shake Shack Latest Of Many American Fast Food Chains To Expand To Canada
On June 13, American fast-food chain Shake Shack, known for its burgers, crinkle-cut fries, and hand-spun milkshakes, opened its first Canadian location in Toronto.
ANALYSIS | Which Major Food Delivery Company is Superior in BC?
As the food industry has evolved in BC, food delivery service has become a mainstay for restaurants and customers. Recently, three major food delivery platforms have risen above the rest; DoorDash, UberEats, and SkipTheDishes. Each company differs, especially in price and delivery speed. But which one is the best?
REVIEW | In Search of the Perfect (Affordable) Coffee
Vancouver is overflowing with coffee shops, seemingly appearing around every corner. We set out on a journey to find the perfect coffee in the city, rating and ranking six popular cafés based on price, general ambiance, and taste.
5-Minute After-School Snacks!
After a long school day, a good snack can be just what you need to help fuel you for upcoming homework, sports, and extracurriculars. In this article, you’ll find five simple recipes anyone can make.
REVIEW | Best Costco Buys
While it's always easy to swing by Costco to pick up groceries, the thousands of products available make it hard to figure out which ones are worth buying. These Kirkland products are tried-and-true, taste-tested, and on our personal shopping lists. Here are some of our Costco must-buy recommendations!
SATIRE | How to Munch Like a Certified Celiac
On Thursday, May 18, 2023, after getting three shots during the immunization clinic, my dad picked me up and told me I had celiac disease. Celiac disease is when the small intestine is hypersensitive to gluten, leading to difficulty digesting food. Personally, I don’t feel good after consuming bread, although other people find themselves in need of a bathroom. I am not one of those people.
REVIEW | The Best Brunch Spots in Vancouver
While brunch menus are usually limited to variations of the same classic dishes, like avocado toast, eggs and waffles, there is a lot of room for experimentation and excellence in both flavour and presentation. The following restaurants are reviewed on the quality of their ingredients, the diversity of their menu, the quality of service, presentation, and overall taste.
OPINION | Spooky Spooky Kitchens: What Are Ghost Kitchens?
As the traditional sit-down era of dining experience was halted due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the rise of delivery apps took the world by storm. To some, it was a necessity, with individuals who are immunocompromised needing to stay inside as much as possible. But alongside the development of delivery app use came the digitization of the restaurant experience — and with that, the development of ghost kitchens.
REVIEW | A Dessert Lover’s Paradise: T&T Bakery
On average, Canadians spend around $250 a month per person on food. Since food is such a big part of our lives, why not step out of your comfort zone and explore new foods from different cultures? If this sounds exciting to you so far, join us on our reviewing spree of T&T Supermarket!
Study Shows Eating Pasta Increases Happiness
A study conducted by the Behavior and Brain Lab at the Free University of Languages and Communication IULM in Milan, Italy, has found that eating pasta makes people happier. This study measured the physical and neurological changes of 40 participants aged 25 to 55 while eating pasta.
REVIEW | Five Fusion Restaurants in Vancouver
While fusion cuisine has been around for centuries, it has recently become popular in Vancouver. Vancouver is known for its diverse and dynamic food scene, so it is no surprise fusion restaurants do well in the city. Here are five fusion restaurants in Vancouver you should consider trying.
Hamberites And Their Holiday Food Traditions
From intense baking competitions to spinning coin-filled bread, Hamberites partake in a huge variety of food-centered, seasonal traditions. With Winter Break fast approaching, students and staff are gearing up for another holiday season full of culture, cuisine, family and friends.
REVIEW | Six New Vancouver Restaurants Added to Michelin Guide
In September, six new Vancouver restaurants were added to the Michelin Guide, rounding up the number of featured restaurants from our city to 78.
EDITORIAL | BC’s Food Guidelines Aren’t On the Menu For Hamber’s Cafeteria
Students wishing to purchase cafeteria food at Eric Hamber often find themselves in a queue stretching across the cafeteria and lasting throughout much of the lunch period. However, there currently is no way for students to know which options are available that day without reaching the front of the line and entering the food service.
REVIEW | Reviewing Food at the Richmond Night Market
The Richmond Night Market is the place to hang out with your friends, check out accessories like necklaces, key chains, socks, and claw clips, try your luck at carnival games, and taste unique and mouth-watering food.
REVIEW | The Best Ice Cream in Vancouver
With dozens of stores scattered across the city, Vancouver is not lacking in ice cream shops. For this issue of The Griffins’ Nest, I went on a tour of the city to visit the most popular spots. Here are my top three picks.
Vancouver’s Best Summer Patios
Patios are a staple place in many Vancouverites’ summers, ranging from cute little cafes to quiet secluded restaurants: here are a few of the best patios in Vancouver!
Five Cooking YouTube Channels to Inspire Your Next Meal
Looking for ideas for your next breakfast, lunch, or dinner? Look no further than these YouTube channels to inspire your inner chef.
REVIEW | Best Restaurants in the Hamber Neighbourhood
Hungry? Within Hamber’s community, there is an endless amount of places to eat! In our diverse and growing neighbourhood, you can enjoy cuisine from around the world. Here is our list of the must visit restaurants near Hamber.
The Griff Re-opens (Briefly)
The Griff, Eric Hamber’s quintessential school store, made its long-awaited return after months of extensive planning. Shut down in 2020, the Griff had been shuttered for nearly three years. This year, however, the Griff came back to Hamber with a two-week pop-up shop at the kiosk that ran three days a week, from Jan. 16 to 27.