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B House: A Hidden Gem Serving Up Fresh Fusion
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B House: A Hidden Gem Serving Up Fresh Fusion

August 16, 2023 Bronwyn Lewis

Commercial Drive is one of Vancouver’s best neighbourhoods for restaurants but I’ll wager you haven’t heard of this hidden gem. B House is Hung Nguyen’s first restaurant after the Vietnamese born chef worked his way […]

Vancouver's Best Tortillas at Chancho
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Vancouver’s Best Tortillas at Chancho

May 26, 2023 Bronwyn Lewis

Chancho just opened in their new location on Commercial Drive, after moving from Yaletown. They’ve taken over the old Cafe Deux Soleil space, and given it quite a make-over. The pink exterior is instantly recognizable, […]

History

Old Photographs of Storefronts in Vancouver (1960-1990)

April 27, 2023 Danica Jacobs

Storefronts are important fixtures that house Vancouver businesses and contribute a lot to the energy and character of its neighbourhoods. This is the 3rd article in our series of Vancouver storefronts featuring images from the […]

The Drive
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Old Photographs of Commercial Drive in Vancouver

March 2, 2023 admin

Commercial Drive or “The Drive” is a street and neighbourhood in Vancouver’s east end, with its most prominent area running roughly 20 blocks. The neighbourhood is an eclectic mix of restaurants, shops, bars, and cafés. […]

Pepino's
Food

Honouring the Past With Pasta at Pepino’s

February 22, 2023 Bronwyn Lewis

Pepino’s is tucked away on Commercial Drive in a space that has been serving up spaghetti since 1955. The restaurant formerly known as Nick’s, named after owner Nick Felicella, was a neighbourhood favourite until it […]

La Grotta
Food

La Grotta del Formaggio: The Italian Way

September 30, 2022 Bronwyn Lewis

La Grotta del Formaggio first opened on Commercial Drive in Vancouver in 1977. They have occupied their current location on Commercial at East 2nd Ave since 1979. In the last few months, the space has […]

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