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Hey there,

Welcome to the Oct. 18th edition of Noms Mag weekly run-down!

We've compiled all the hottest new food spots, must-try deals, and epic events to make your weekend a darn good one. And oh my is there a lot happening!

Ready to dive in? Let’s get rolling!

🍁 FALL FOOD FEST IS STILL ON

The Fall Food Fest continues!

🎉 Until October 27, you'll have the chance to experience unique treats and fall-inspired favs all over the city.

Think Pumpkin Mochi Waffles, Hojicha Mochi Flans, and Mont Blanc Waffles—just a taste of what awaits!

🍂 Whether you're craving something sweet or savoury, our vendors have something special lined up that will leave you wanting more!

Don't miss out on these limited-time offerings that are only available during the festival.

👉 Check out the full list of festival items below!

Thank you to Wondershare Filmora for sponsoring the festival.

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🌟NEW & COMING SOON & GOODBYES

1.🔥 Gyubee brings AYCE BBQ to Richmond - Ontario's popular chain opens next week.

2.🖤 Beloved Say Mercy announces closure - The 3 time MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant closes its doors next month.

3.☕️ New Kitsilano cafe opens with a drink-delivering elevator - Lumiere Cafe soft opened its second location with unique features.

4.🍖 Sooda to open in Amazing Brentwood - Popular Korean BBQ restaurant relocating with exciting menu updates!

5.🛒 88 Supermarket opens largest store in Richmond - The first Richmond location offers a vast selection of ethnic foods.

6.🐱 Richmond Cat Cafe listed for $1 - Catopia’s surprising sale raises eyebrows in the community.

7.🍣 New Japanese eatery opens in Kitsilano - Ocean Goose takes over the space formerly occupied by Qube.

8. New Korean supermarket coming to Burnaby - Hannam Supermarket set to open this winter on Imperial St.

9.🔚 2Gather Grilled Fish restaurant closes after one year - Rumors swirl about internal drama and financial troubles.

10.🎉 French Table reopens after retirement plans change - Chef Hervé Martin welcomes diners back to classic French cuisine.

11.🦐 Richmond's Dragon Fresh BBQ closes - Lease terminated amid renovations; a new eatery could be coming soon!

12.🥐 Swiss Bakery opens at UBC - New spot for pastries and Frissants takes over Boulevard Coffee.

👉 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.🧊 Bizarre froyo theft at Richmond shop - A man caught scooping gelato with bare hands!

2.📉 Rising cost of living forces Canadians to cut back - Many are sharing expenses and eating less.

💰 DEALS THAT MATTER

1.🥞 5th Anniversary Bash at Fufu Pancake Cafe - Celebrate w/ 50% off Fufú Classic & Salted Cream Soufflé Pancakes; available October 19th-20th; dine-in and takeout only. Spend $20 for a lucky draw!

2.🍜 $10 Ramen Taka Happy Hour Deal - Enjoy a delicious bowl for just $10! Available until October; valid 3-5PM, Mon-Thurs only

3.🎉 Grand Opening Promo 88 Supermarket Richmond - Oct 19th only; start at 8:30AM

• first 88 customers will receive a $25 cash coupon

• Spend $100 before GST and get an eco-friendly bag with gifts

• Spend $200 before GST and receive a $20 gift card

4.🥐 Buy 3, Get 3 Free Bakery Treats - only at the bakery side of Hazukido Cafe Plus Richmond; valid everyday

5.🎃 Bella Gelateria Kid’s Cone Spooky Scoopy Season - Buy a cone and get a FREE kid's cone (Pumpkin Pie gelato flavour) with costume; available October 12th-31st; one per costumed child.

6.☕️ Grand Opening Promo Hanoi Drip Richmond - 20% off all drinks at the new Hanoi Drip inside Richmond Ba Le; available Oct 12 - 20

7.🍜 $10 Days at Chao Mamii - Monday = $10 Lemongrass Chicken on Vermicelli, Wednesdays = $10 umami lemongrass with bbq glazed Grilled Pork Chops; Fridays = $10 Bun Bo Hue; only available 11 - 2PM

8.🧋$9 Classic Combo at Bubble Queen Cafe - Any classic BBT with an original waffle for $9; available weekdays only from 2 - 8PM; valid until mid-December

9.🍜 Late night combo at Marugame Udon - $9.99 for 1 regular Kake Udon, 2 Shrimp Tempura, and 1 can of coke; available 8PM to close 7 days a week

🗓️ EVENTS TO KNOW ABOUT

1.🍁 [FESTIVAL] Fall Food Fest (Oct 4 - 27) - self guided baked goodies and tea themed festival with 12+ vendors and 25+ items to discover; @ around Metro Vancouver

2.🍏 [FESTIVAL] UBC Apple Festival (Oct 19 - 20) - celebrate apples with tastings, demos, and live music; @ UBC Botanical Garden; 11 am – 4 pm; TICKETED

3.🛍️ [POP UP] Zwilling Canada Warehouse Sale (Oct 17 - 20) - huge kitchenware clearance up to 85% off; @ Vancouver Convention Centre; 10 AM – 7 PM (10 AM – 5 PM on Oct 20); FREE

4.🎃 [EVENT] Pumpkins After Dark (Oct 3 - 31) - over 10,000 than carved pumpkins, sculptures and displays; @ Swangard Stadium Burnaby; TICKETED

5.🎃 [EVENT] Canyon Frights (Oct 11 - 31) - spooky forest adventure with haunted hosts and fun activities; @ Capilano Suspension Bridge; 10AM - 8PM; TICKETED

6.🎪5.🎪 [EVENT] Cirque Du Soleil’s Echo (Oct 9 - Jan 5) - spectacular performance exploring evolution through acrobatics and technology; @ Concord Pacific Place, Vancouver; various times; TICKETED

7.🎢 [EVENT] Spirited Flight Ride HowlOver Canada (Oct 3 - 31) - immersive flight ride with spooky sights and treats; @ Flyover, 201 - 999 Canada Place, Vancouver; daily 10AM - 8PM; TICKETED

8.🍂 [FESTIVAL] Harvest Days (Sept 28 - Oct 20) - celebrate autumn with seasonal activities, photo areas, and tasty treats; @ VanDusen Botanical Garden; 10AM - PM; TICKETED

9.🔪 [EVENT] The Perfect Bite - Murder Mystery Dinner Experience (Oct 4 - Dec 22) - immersive event where you and your team work to uncover the truth, each course contains vital information with food based puzzles; @ Glowbal Restaurant; TICKETED

10.🍁 [FESTIVAL] Fall Festival at the Mann Farms (Sept 14 - Nov 3) - pumpkin patch, fall foods, family friendly activities, barnyard animals; @ Maan Farms Abbotsford; TICKETED

🗓️ Check out more events happening in Metro Vancouver here.

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

-Jason