Smooch Food: Love Letters to Every Bite

ChaTraMue Broadway: Original Thai Tea & Bold Robusta Brews A legendary Thai staple where the queue is energetic and the aromatic menu is a tribute to eighty years of tea heritage. 🍹 The Tea: Floral Original Thai Iced Tea ($6.50). ☕ The Coffee: Nutty Traditional Thai Iced Coffee ($6.50). 🧊 The Pro-Tip: Refreshing Less Ice Option (30%). 📍 Location: 736 West Broadway, Vancouver (Fairview). *Prices in CAD as of March 2026. Finding the Original Thai Tea Menu on Broadway (Vancouver) Our Saturday started with a specific goal. It was Pi Day, so we headed to West Broadway to grab lunch at Peaked Pies . After finishing our savoury steak pies, we walked outside and saw a massive line just two doors down at the legendary ChaTraMue . This brand is the original creator of Thai iced tea, and they just opened this Vancouver location in February. Even though the shop has been open for...

Peaked Pies Broadway: Savoury Stacks & Flaky Pi Day Traditions A cozy Australian staple where the pastry is golden and the piled menu is a comforting tribute to hearty flavours. 🥧 The Favourite: Robust Steak and Guinness Pie ($12.50). 🥓 The Classic: Salty Steak Bacon and Cheese Pie ($12.50). 🍪 The Treat: Fragrant Fresh Anzac Biscuits ($3.25). 📍 Location: 732 West Broadway, Vancouver (Fairview). *Prices in CAD as of March 2026. A Savoury Spin on Pi Day Every March 14th, we make it a point to go out for pie. While we usually head somewhere for a sweet slice, we decided to change things up this year. We headed to Peaked Pies on W Broadway for our first savoury Pi Day, and it turned out to be a great way to spend a Saturday. A lot of people come here to "peak" their pies with mashed potatoes and peas, but we decided to skip the toppings this time. To...

🍿 Looking for Past Prices? Documenting the evolution of our favorite movie treats. Explore our price archives from previous years: 2025 Archive | 2024 Archive | 2023 Archive | 2022 Archive Sometimes a smooch-worthy date isn't about the cinematic blockbuster; it is simply about the shared mission of being together. Today, our budget didn't quite stretch to a movie ticket, but my heart was full just wandering through Cineplex Marine Gateway with my husband. We took a "data date" to capture the fresh 2026 Cineplex Outtakes menu so you can plan your next visit with confidence. To God be the glory for the simple joy of a Saturday walk! 📉 Price Watch: 2025 vs. 2026 Comparison It is no secret that a movie date feels a bit heavier on the wallet this year. To help you plan your snack budget, we compared our 2025 data to today's new rates. Most items have seen a modest "in...

There is a specific kind of peace and joy that happens when you walk the Vancouver seawall, especially when the air is crisp and the conversation is meaningful. This evening was spent with Tech2Step , a brilliant networking event that replaces stiff boardrooms with the open air of False Creek. What is Tech2Step? It’s a recurring walking networking event in Vancouver where tech professionals and newcomers connect while strolling the seawall. It’s a low-pressure space for mentorship and sharing stories. It is a cause close to my heart, reminding me of the hurdles of navigating a career in a new country and the joy of now being able to encourage others on that same path. After a long, fulfilling walk, hubby and I went to Save-On-Foods in Olympic Village for a quiet Lenten Friday dinner. While the aisles were buzzing with the usual grocery rush, we found a little sanctuary at the deli counter. The Smooch-Worthy...

There is a specific kind of Vancouver exhaustion that only a rainy Thursday evening can produce. After a long day at the office, the thought of standing over a stove felt impossible. The neon glow of the 24-hour Tim Hortons near Pacific Central Station acted like a lighthouse in the heavy rain. We weren't looking for a five-star meal; we were looking for a win. Specifically, a "Roll Up to Win" prize that had been sitting in my app, waiting for the perfect moment of being too tired to cook. The New Contender: Maple Butter Glazed The Maple Butter Glazed Donut from the Tim Hortons near Pacific Central Station. Standing at the counter, the "New" sign caught my eye. The Maple Butter Glazed Donut ($1.69 CAD) looked promising: a classic yeast donut base, sugar-glazed, with a golden maple butter drizzle zig-zagged across the top. The first bite was exactly wh...