11 new and coming soon vancouver restaurants

Hey there,

Welcome to the Dec 15th edition of Noms Mag weekly run-down!

Another week of openings and closures in the food scene before things slow down for the holidays.

Anyways - buckle up and let's dive in to get filled in for this weekend!

✍️ WEEKEND WEATHER FORECAST

🌟 NEW & COMING SOON & GOODBYES

1.🛠️ Finch's in Need of Support - Popular café Finch’s faces hardship, seeks community aid via GoFundMe after vandalism spree.

2.🏬 Daruma's Biggest Store Opens - Tsawwassen Mills welcomes Daruma Japanese Market, offering a unique Japanese shopping experience.

3.✈️ Paragon Tea Room's YVR Pop-Up - Exclusive matcha float and more at airport's new tea spot.

4.🍚 New Rice Roll Spot in Crystal Mall - Fresh rice rolls, congee, and herbal soup with no MSG, 30% off during soft opening.

5.🌮 Farewell to Tacomio - Beloved Mexican eatery Tacomio closes its doors after 8 vibrant years in Vancouver.

6.🍔 Cannibal Cafe closing after 13 years - Iconic burger joint bids farewell, last day of service is Dec 17.

7.🍝 Fiorino Coming to North Van - Michelin Bib Gourmad Italian street food spot is opening at Lonsdale Quay in 2024.

8.🇬🇷 The Greek Broadway opens - New go-to spot for date night with vintage vibes and delicious eats.

9.🥪 Earl of Sandwich Opens in Langley - Historic sandwiches, fresh flavours, new location.

10.🍞 End for Vancouver bakery - Marui Bakery on Kingsway will close as the owners are set to retire. Last day is Dec 18.

11.🏛️ Pax Romana Debuts on The Drive - Experience the golden ages of Rome with exceptional menu and service.

👉 Check out 10 more new restaurants that have opened here.

👉 Or check out 10 more restaurants that have closed recently here.

📰 QUICK FOOD NEWS

1.🍽️ 2023 Vancouver Christmas Dining - Explore top holiday menus and festive feasts across the city.

2.🎄 Vancouver's Festive Sweets Journey - Explore the city's best Christmas cakes and treats for holiday magic!

3.🎉 NYE 2023 Dining Extravaganza - Vancouver's top restaurants unveil exclusive menus and events for a memorable celebration.

4.🍋 Grocery Bill Spike Alert - Galen Weston Jr. warns of potential soaring grocery costs due to new code of conduct.

5.🍉 Salmonella Alert! Class Action Filed - Deadly cantaloupe-linked outbreak across Canada.

🗓️ EVENTS THAT MATTER

1.🖌️ [MARKET] Made in the 604 Holiday Pop Up Market (Dec 16 - 17) - 40+ local vendors and artisans; @ Heritage Hall Main Street; 11AM - 5PM; FREE

2.😊 [POP UP] Myloveatfirstbite Macaron Pop Up @ Cocomolo (Dec 16) - if cute character macarons are your thing, this is the one; @ Richmond Center Cocomolo; 5PM - 730PM

3.🎄 [MARKET] Last Minute Market @ Container Brewing (Dec 18) - beer + local artisans and markers; @ Container Brewing; 4PM - 7PM; FREE Admission

4.⛸️ [EVENT] Robson Square Ice Rink (Dec 1 - Feb 29) - it’s back for another season. Free if you bring your own skates or rentals for a fee is available; 9AM - 9PM

5.🎄 [MARKET] Vancouver Christmas Market (Nov 16 - Dec 24) - the German fare is back again with its food vendors, light displays, carols and more; @ Jack Poole Plaza; TICKETED

6.🚦 [EVENT] Canyon Lights at Cap Suspension Bridge (Nov 17 - Jan 21) - opening weekend for the popular festive light attraction at the Suspension Bridge; @ Capilano Suspension Bridge; TICKETED

7.🎄 [EVENT] VanDusen Festival of Lights (Nov 24 - Jan 7) - 15 acres of 1 million lights and displays; @ VanDusen Gardens; 4PM - 10PM; TICKETED

That's all for now! Stay cool and have a delicious and exciting weekend!

-Jason