20+ Yr Old Chinese Dumpling Chain Coming To Richmond

Gooooodmorning there!

Welcome to the May 9th edition of Noms Mag weekly rundown!

Here’s what’s in today’s weekly rundown:

• 🥟 A legendary dumpling spot is coming to Richmond

• 🪦 2 spots quietly shutter

• 👀 A lot of food events this month!

Let’s dive into this week’s rundown!

🌸 PSA CHERRY BLOSSOM FOOD FEST PASSPORTS/MISSIONS

FESTIVAL PASSPORTS - Please submit your passports here by May 10th for them to be counted.

FESTIVAL MISSIONS - Please post your mission completions by May 10th for them to be counted.

Winners will be posted on the Festival Website and contacted on May 16th.

🌟NEW & COMING SOON FOOD SPOTS

1.🍜 Lao Shan Dong makes a comeback - Iconic Taiwanese noodle shop opens new spot in Richmond.

2.🥟 Legendary dumpling chain to open in Richmond - Shanghai’s Yang’s Dumpling brings its first BC location, offering iconic Sheng Jian Bao.

3.☕️ Cowdog to soft open Kitsilano location on Saturday - Mega hyped new, larger space soft opens this Saturday on West 4th.

4.🍶 Korean raw crab eatery to expand with new pub concept - Jinmi to open bigger space on Cambie St.

5.🧗‍♂️ Cafe with a climbing gym opens in Vancouver - Progression Cafe offers bouldering, a chill lounge, and more.

6.🍰 Mexican bakery Mercado Panaderia arrives in East Vancouver - New cafe serving traditional Mexican baked goods in Hastings Sunrise.

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

🪦CLOSED & CLOSING SOON FOOD SPOTS

1.🀄️ Authentic Szechuan restaurant closes 1 location quietly - Ban Bu Xian shuts down Alexandra Rd location.

2.🧯 Sumo Grill quietly closes after 1.5 years - Japanese yakiniku on Kingsway makes way for a new hot pot and grill spot.

3.🤑 Richmond bao spot for sale - Affordable A Bao Time listed for $388k near Brighouse.

4.🍷 Bar Susu to close after 3 years - Michelin-recommended natural wine bar Bar Susu announces permanent closure by May 30.

5.🍝 Longtime Italian eatery to close after 36 years - Zefferelli’s Spaghetti bids farewell to Robson Street this May long weekend.

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

💰 DEALS THAT MATTER

1.🍜 Celebrate $12 Ramen at ZUBU - Enjoy a full, satisfying bowl for just $12; available May 4 - 10; valid at all locations, excludes Signature Bowls.

2.🎉 Grand Opening Promo at Little Pisces Richmond - Be among the first 100 orders for exclusive gifts; event on May 10th; includes taiyaki stuffy, canvas tote, and mascot pin at the new Richmond location.

3.🧋 $5 1-Litre Super Cup returns At Chatime - Choose Tropical Green Tea or Slush; available April 14 – May 11, or while quantities last; valid in-store and mobile ordering.

4.🥟 $10 Happy Hour Deal At Chaomami Express - Grab 3 delicious baos, rolls, or mini pho for $10; Available daily 2-6PM; soft opening special!

5.🎉 April & May Birthday Discount Deal at Mui Ngo Gai - Your age = your discount % off; Valid for April, or May birthdays; reservations required 3 days in advance; special birthday menu applies. 🥳

6.🍽️ 50% OFF Swe-dish Thursdays at IKEA returns - Enjoy 50% off main dishes! Valid from February 20 to June 5, 2025; dine-in only, valid after 11 AM; must present IKEA Family Card.

📰 SHORT FOOD NEWS

1.🍌🥳 Mother’s Day dining delights - Vancouver eateries offer special menus to spoil your mom!

2.🧁9 Beautiful Mother’s Day Treats In Vancouver - from heart shaped cakes to floral cupcakes.

🗓️ EVENTS TO KNOW ABOUT

1.🌏 [FESTIVAL] VanHKFair (May 11) - Canada’s largest Hong Konger culture celebration with booths, performances, and workshops; @ The Shipyards, North Vancouver; FREE or TICKETED ($3.50 for HKer Cultural Market)

2.☕ [EVENT] Coyotes Can’t Surf Pop Up Sausage Sizzle (May 11) - Enjoy sausage sizzles and Stroopwafels at outdoor event; @ Alterior Design, Vancouver; 11 AM - 4 PM; FREE

3.🎉 [FESTIVAL] Richmond Night Market (Apr 25 - Oct 13) - over 600 food options, shopping, and entertainment, plus a zipline; @ 8351 River Road, Richmond; 7pm - 12am Fri/Sat, 7pm - 11pm Sun; TICKETED

4.☕ [POP UP] Hiyori Coffee Special Weekend (May 17 - 19) - Enjoy AeroPress coffee with Japanese sweets at a unique pop-up; @ 269 East 6th Ave, Vancouver; 10am - 3pm

5.🛍️ [POP UP] Vancouver Etsy Co Spring Pop-Up (May 17 + 18) - shop artisan goods, local treats & coffee; @ Pipe Shop, North Van; 11 AM - 5 PM; TICKETED

6.🪩 [EVENT] AM Groove V3 Live (May 30) - pre-work dance party at coffee bar; @ FUNK. Coffee Bar, Vancouver; 7-9 AM; FREE

7.🚣‍♀️ [EVENT] VESSI 500 Championship (May 31) - Canada's 2nd largest regatta, plus markets and food; @ Milton Wong Plaza, Olympic Village; 9 AM to 5 PM; FREE

8.🌿 [FESTIVAL] Celtic Picnic June 2025 (June 7 - 8) - largest open-air Celtic celebration with live music and cultural showcases; @ 80 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC; 4 PM on June 7 to 10 PM on June 8; TICKETED

🗓️ Check out more events happening in Metro Vancouver here.

That's all for now! Stay magical and have a delicious weekend :)

-Jason