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News Story Mar 29

Aberdeen Centre’s Food Scene is Shifting: Big Closures & A Mystery Newcomer

If you thought the food scene at Lansdowne was moving fast, Aberdeen Centre just said, “Hold my bubble tea.” It feels like every time we walk…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 28

Chengdu Noodle is Taking Over: A Quick Update on the Old YGF Spot

If you caught our update last week about the sudden closure of YGF Malatang (YGF Noodles) on Ackroyd Road, we already have some news. The unit—located…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

Review Mar 27

I Tried the $5 Robot Orange Juice at the SkyTrain: Here’s the Real Squeeze

If you’ve spent any time commuting in Vancouver lately, you’ve probably seen them: bright, glowing machines filled with stacks of fresh oranges, promising 100% natural juice…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 26

Is Bellwether Finally Opening at 8251 Alexandra Rd?

Earlier this week, the BiteBuddy team spotted actual signs of life at the old Tian Shi Fu unit. Construction crews were on-site, the doors were open,…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 25

YouNMi Rice Noodles: Richmond’s Newest “Build-Your-Own” Noodle Spot

If you’ve been craving that customizable, Hong Kong-style noodle experience, a new player just entered the Richmond scene. YouNMi Rice Noodles (a cute play on “You…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 24

A New “Boil and Sizzle” Concept is Taking Over Chef Hung at Aberdeen Centre

If you’ve been to Aberdeen Centre lately, the “Food News” hasn’t been great. We just lost Garaku Soup Curry and Meiten (the katsu spot) in the…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 23

Abalone Lovers: You’re Going to Appreciate This $10 Find

If you’re an abalone lover, you know that finding a 5-head braised set for under ten bucks is basically a myth in Richmond. We visited Empire…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 22

Parker Place’s Newest Tenant: Is $18 Too Much for Food Court Chicken?

If you’ve been following the saga of the old Bubble Waffle Cafe spot at Parker Place, you know that unit has had a rough run lately—closing…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 21

The Malatang Wars: YGF Malatang Suddenly Closes on Ackroyd

If you’ve walked past the 8100-block of Ackroyd Road lately, you probably noticed something missing. YGF Malatang Richmond closed its doors without a formal goodbye notice.…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 21

“My Profound Gratitude”: Pokerrito Crash Driver Speaks Out on Vancouver Kindness

If you usually grab your Friday lunch at the corner of Hornby and Nelson, you might have seen a very different scene this morning. Around 10…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 20

Metrotown Commuters: Your 30-Second Katsu Dash is Finally Here

If you’re a Metrotown regular, your post-work dinner options just got a serious upgrade—and we finally have a date for the Fortune Katsu opening. We’ve been…

By frazer | BiteBuddy

News Story Mar 19

What’s Going On With Costco? Three Big Recalls You Need to Know

Talk about an emotional rollercoaster. Earlier this week, we were all happily reporting on the new Caramel Brownie Sundae hitting the food court, but now we’ve…

By frazer | BiteBuddy