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Gooooodmorning there!

Welcome to the Oct 9th edition of Noms Mag weekly rundown and happy Thanksgiving long weekend!

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

• ☕️ Largest coffee shop in Vancouver set

• 😱 First gyukatsu opens

• 🪦 Popular croissant spot closes

• 👀 Some great events!

Let’s dive into this week’s rundown!

🍁 FALL FOOD FEST IS ON!

FALL FOOD FEST is officially on!

Explore over 20 vendors in Vancouver, Richmond and Burnaby that have crafted 35+ limited fall-inspired treats & drinks until Nov. 9th.

Discover items like:

🍁 Pumpkin Pie Mochi Waffles from Boketto Dessert Bar
🍁 Brussels Sprouts Ramen from ZUBU Ramen
🍁 Matcha Earl Grey Eispanner from La Saison de Patisserie
🍁 Grandma's Apple Crumble Cookie from Butter Baked Goods
🍁 Peach - the viral realistic looking fruit pastry - from Daan Go
🍁 Pumpkin Patch Mini Pancakes from Glenburn Soda Fountain

And more!

This is the perfect excuse to try out a new spot or return to an old fav :)

And ofcourse, our popular Festival Passport and Festival Missions have returned!

Joining the fun is our new rotating Gacha Machines, where you can win 1 of 6 random prizes.

Because people are all over the blindbox feels these days ;)

To play, all you need to do is purchase 2 festival items at a gacha machine host. The machine will be at Coffee Loft & Fresh Press Coffee Bar Cook Location from Oct 10 - 16

🌟NEW & COMING SOON FOOD SPOTS

1.☕️ Massive 5,000 sq. ft Korean café opens in Vancouver - C Market Coffee brings Korean-inspired menu and community events.

2.🔥 Big Way Hot Pot expands in Burnaby - Opening its largest location yet with over 100 seats.

3.🙌 Family-run Vietnamese cafe debuts in Burnaby - 2025 Cafe opens offering steamed rice rolls and authentic eats.

4.🇮🇳 Acclaimed chef unveils new Indian restaurant - Kavita opens in Mount Pleasant on October 16.

5.🍝 New Italian restaurant by renowned chef to open in Mount Pleasant - Giusti brings handmade pasta and classic aperitivi.

6.🍙 Popular onigiri shop opening downtown - Onigiri Ya brings affordable rice balls to Vancouver in November.

7.🛍️ First gyukatsu spot opens in Vancouver's West End - Kuro Katsu debuts with premium Japanese beef cutlets.

8.🥡 Haidilao unveils surprise pasta venture - The hot pot chain secretly launches a takeout pasta shop in Richmond.

9.🫕 Haidilao debuts North America's first Express Malatang - Explore quick, customizable hot pot combos at Burnaby's TABLES food court.

10.🫖 UK Tea Chain lands in Vancouver - Chaiiwala of London to open its first Robson Street location.

11.🌮 Mexican-Japanese street food fusion opens on Main - Mojo Cantina Izakaya debuts with rotating culinary concepts.

12.🔥 Nando's returns post-fire - Nando’s is reopening in Kerrisdale, work starting soon on new location.

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

🪦CLOSED & CLOSING SOON FOOD SPOTS

1.🔒 Downtown croissant cafe closes quietly - Little Cafe on Robson shuts doors after two years.

2.🥐 Beloved bakery set to close its doors - Remi Patisserie to bid farewell on October 12th.

3.🧶 Main Street Mexican bar takes a "long cat nap" - El Gato Gab Gab closes to transform into Mojo Cantina Izakaya.

4.🔒 Richmond Korean BBQ bids farewell - Gang Nam BBQ closes after 12 years of sizzling service.

5.☕️ One of Gastown's most photogenic cafes up for sale - Monaco Cafe, known for its charming European-inspired vibe, is on the market.

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

📰 QUICK FOOD NEWS

1.🍹 B.C. restaurants face liquor shortage - Local bars struggle as six-week government liquor strike continues.

2🍗 Thanksgiving feasts galore - Seven Vancouver restaurants offer dine-in and take-out options this year.

3.🎟 Spirit of Hospitality Lottery supports workers - Win exclusive dining experiences from top venues for as little as $5, supporting BC’s hospitality workers in need.

💰 DEALS THAT MATTER

1.🎉 Kintaro 25th Anniversary Promo - $5 miso ramen & $2 Gyoza; Oct 11th at 11:30AM

2.🧋 Cozy Fall Daily Specials at Boba Run - New daily fall specials include Hojicha Milk Tea, 2 Taco Deal, Snack-Size Banh Mi + Coffee/Tea Combo, Strawberry Hojicha, and BAK’D Cookie + Hot Tea Latte Combo; prices range from $6 to $9; available weekdays throughout the fall!

3.🥘 Haidilao October Promos - Upgraded Classic Combo for One @ Brentwood & West Broadway; Mon - Fri 11AM - 2PM

4.🥢 Gokudo Shabushabu Lunch Special - $20 Combo; Mon-Fri 11:30 AM-4 PM; not available in Richmond

5.🥪 Dahlia’s 2-for-1 Weekday Lunch! - Order two fast plates, pay for only the higher-priced item; valid October 1-15, weekdays from 11 AM to 3 PM; reservation required for groups of 4+.

🗓️ EVENTS TO KNOW ABOUT

👉THIS LONG WEEKEND

1.🍁 [FESTIVAL] Fall Food Fest 2025 (Oct 3 - Nov 9) - 15+ Metro Vancouver cafes, bakeries and food spots offering limited-time fall-inspired drinks and bites; self guided around Metro Vancouver

2.🎃 [EVENT] Canyon Frights (Oct 10 - Nov 2) - haunted woodland playground with spooky displays and treats; @ Capilano Suspension Bridge Park; TICKETED

3.🎨 [EVENT] Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival (Oct 10-12) - exhibition and celebration of artists outside mainstream; @ 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver; FREE

4.🧛‍♂️ [EVENT] Oddities & Curiosities Expo (Oct 11-12) - showcase of taxidermy, eerie artwork, and crafts; @ 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver; TICKETED

5.♟️ [EVENT] Chess & Cha @ Gong Cha (Oct 11) - play chess and enjoy discounts on bubble tea and free samples; @ Gong cha New Westminster; 12PM - 3PM; TICKETED

6.🎵 [FESTIVAL] Cranberry Festival (Oct 11) - harvest traditions with music and local vendors at Fort Langley; @ 23433 Mavis Ave, Langley Twp; TICKETED

7.📚 [EVENT] Silent Book Club Meetup (Oct 11) - join fellow book lovers for an introvert's happy hour and silent reading session; @ Artigiano Main St cafe; 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM; FREE

8.☕️ [POP UP] Hiyori Coffee at Hush (Oct 11 - 13) - specialty espresso, wagashi, and retail items in Vancouver; @ Hush Coffee Store; 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM; FREE

👉NEXT WEEK+

9.🥐 [POP UP] Panaderya Takeover (Oct 13) - final bakery pop-up of the year featuring old and new items by Jason Navarra; @ Merci Boulangerie, Vancouver

10.🍏 [FESTIVAL] UBC Apple Festival (October 18-19) - celebrate BC's favorite fruit with apple tastings and family activities; @ UBC Botanical Garden; TICKETED

11.📚 [EVENT] Coffee & Craft: Journal Making and Bookbinding Workshop (Oct 19) - cozy DIY sketchbook and bookbinding workshop with drinks; @ Tahanan Studio; TICKETED

12.🎃 [EVENT] Free Kids Halloween Event (Oct 24) - mini pumpkin decorating, face painting, and crafts for the family; @ Le Marché St. George, Vancouver; 9:30am-12:30pm; FREE

13.☕ [POP UP] Kwento Kafé (Oct 26) - cozy cafe with open mic and unique local vendors; @ Tahanan Studio, Vancouver; 11am - 4pm; FREE

14.☕️ [WORKSHOP] Coffee & Craft: Stamp Carving Workshop (Oct 26) - craft and carve stamps with local artist Britt So; @ Progression Bouldering; 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM; TICKETED

15.🥯 [POP UP] Bagels in Progress Pop-Up (Oct 27) - 1,000 sourdough bagels available; @ Merci Boulangerie; 10 AM till sell out;

👉ONGOING

🎉 [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

🎃 [EVENT] Pumpkins After Dark (Oct 3-31) - stroll past 10,000+ carved pumpkins @ 6100 Boundary Rd, Burnaby; TICKETED

🗓️ Check out more events happening in Metro Vancouver here.

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

-Jason