Whitney's Travel & Food

Granville Island is a peninsula in downtown Vancouver featuring a public market with many vendors. While exploring the market, we found a very eye-catching canelé dessert vendor called La Bise Canelés. The staff very enthusiastically invited passersby to try samples. We were amazed after the first bite! I have never ...

Mile Zero Brewing is a small brewery in Victoria, BC. It's owned and operated by three friends (Michelle, Michael and Dirk). They offer more than a dozen craft beers on tap, plus a selection of food so you can snack while you drink. The atmosphere inside is simple and cozy; ...

OEB Breakfast Co. is a well-known brunch chain in Vancouver, with branches across Canada. We visited the Brentwood location, which features a glass facade. The interior is bright and clean, and bright, sunny exterior is inviting. Due to its popularity, we had to sit outside, and although March in Vancouver ...

FanShuSi Eight Treasures Shaved Ice(番薯市八寶圓仔冰) in Yuanlin, Changhua, is a culinary gem steeped in traditional flavors. My mother has been enjoying their unique eight-treasure shaved ice since her school days. Its distinctive taste, along with its affordable prices, attracts locals and visitors alike. A must-try is their eight-treasure shaved ice, ...

Phở Pasteur – This Vietnamese pho dining in Vancouver BC, it is not far from where I live, but I had never been there before. Despite passing by a few times, I always gave up because I couldn’t find the entrance. This time, after checking Google Maps, I discovered that ...

Chilliwack is a small town located about 100km away from Vancouver. The view and environment are serene and beautiful, it also boasts a newly developed commercial area called District 1881. Here, there’s a notable restaurant called Field House Brewing, which came recommended by a local while we were at a ...

Obtaining a driver’s license in Canada can be a lengthy process, typically taking at least 3 years to get a full license. You first need to pass a knowledge test to get a Learner's (L) license, then wait 1 year to take the road test for a Novice (N) license. ...

Chilliwack is a small town located about 100km away from Vancouver. The view and environment are serene and beautiful, it also boasts a newly developed commercial area called District 1881. Here you'll find a highly acclaimed coffee shop called Smoking Gun. Vancouver Coffee Snob recognized it as the Best Coffee ...

Poutine is a distinctive Canadian dish, consisting of french fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in gravy. Optionally, you can add toppings like smoked meat, chili, ham, or sausage. This fast-food specialty is widely available throughout Canada, with variations in taste and quality. La Belle Patate – located on ...

Located in the southern part of Richmond, the small town of Steveston is a seaside fishing village where freshly caught seafood is often sold. Many restaurants in the area offer fish and chips, with prices ranging from $30 to $50 per person for a meal. However, for those on a ...