Thank goodness it’s Friday. As is tradition around these parts, that means it’s time to take a brief stroll through this place we call the blogosphere to see what the bloggers have had to say. This week, we focus on the gastronomical exploits of some Vancouver area locals (and one bloke from overseas). You like to eat, right?
Ed Lau spoiled himself when he went to visit Japan last year, enjoying some of the best sushi and other fine Japanese cuisine that this world has to offer. Back home in Richmond, his Japanese dining experience hasn’t been quite the same, but he’s managed to find at least one place that does it right. Ed went to Torarenbo for Tenzaru Soba. He got cold zaru soba noodles, fresh tempura, and a chopped scallop roll.
Hummingbird604, who some of you may know better simply as Raul, was invited to The Lazy Gourmet for a delectable barbecue. Located in the Kitsilano area, The Lazy Gourmet isn’t your typical restaurant. Instead, it is a local business that focuses heavily on “providing sustainable food catering options.” Raul managed to triple-book himself for the night, so he didn’t get to eat all that much. He hopes to go back some day soon.
Instant Gratification Girl (aka Lisa) has been trying her hand at a few different dining options lately. Most recently, she attempted the Cavewoman Diet. These days, we eat far too much processed foods, so the idea behind the Cavewoman Diet (or Caveman Diet, if you prefer) is to eat more natural foods from our hunter and gatherer days. In five days, she lost about six pounds. Nice work!
Buzz Bishop may best be known as a local radio personality, but he’s also heavily involved with charitable events around the world. As part of Team Diabetes, he recently made a long trek down to South America for a marathon. While there, he was able to experience several Easter Island restaurants, reviewing several of them along the way. There’s more to the island than giant stone heads.
A Welsh View features a challenge that the breakfast lovers in the audience may want to try. He found a massive breakfast for 10 British pounds. That works out to about $18 Canadian. Included in the meal are 10 eggs, 10 bacon strips, 10 sausage links, 10 slices of toast, 5 black puddings, tomatoes, beans, and mushrooms. If you can polish off the plate in 20 minutes, it’s free.
