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| Al Basha Plate |
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| Chicken Wrap |
Saturday, August 4, 2018
Saturday, June 2, 2018
Foursquare Adventure (African Restaurant): Simba's Grill
As part of my World Food Tour series, hubby and I went to Simba's Grill Vancouver. They are an African Restaurant according to Foursquare. It's our first time to try African cuisine. Here's our experience!
I would prefer to go to the first suggestion BUT in this case Jambo grill is a fusion of four countries, Iran, India, Africa and Canada which is why I decided to go to Simba's Grill. They described their cuisine as 'East African Fusion Cuisine'. That's good enough for my food tour since they're combining favorites from East Africa.
It's easy to spot Simba's Grill because it has a yellow awning in front with its name printed. We entered and requested a table for two and we were seated by the entrance with a view of the street and with our backs against the other guest. I really liked it because this way I won't be conscious since we tend to order too much and get judgmental and amusing looks from people.
We received our menu and I asked for a glass of water because we were really thirsty, they gave it right away. Service was excellent! The chef and owner went to our table to ask if we have any questions. I told him that it's our first time and we weren't sure what to get. He asked if we prefer barbecue or curry. I said hubby prefers barbecue and I love curry. He gave his recommendation but told us that we could take as long as we need to decide. Such a nice guy!
The server asked us if we want it plain or spicy. Of course, spicy. She placed a small container of mango spicy sauce and oh boy was it really spicy. I wished the Muhogo was crunchier but it's still excellent.
Naan was great. I wished I ordered more. The Muchuzi is tasty with tender chicken breast. Comparing it to the Afghan cuisine, this has stronger flavor.
Meanwhile, the Mishkaki melts in your mouth with how tender it is. In the Afghan kebab, you can still taste the spices they use (pepper, salt, etc.). On the other hand, in the Mishkaki you can really taste the marinade they used on every bite and it's really obvious that it was marinated for so long with how juicy it was.
I am food coma! :) Looking forward to the next country we visit while staying in Vancouver.
African Restaurant Category
There are 7 restaurants categorized in Foursquare as 'African Restaurant' and I searched the description for the top 3 and decide from there. |
| Foursquare City Guide's African Restaurant in Vancouver |
I would prefer to go to the first suggestion BUT in this case Jambo grill is a fusion of four countries, Iran, India, Africa and Canada which is why I decided to go to Simba's Grill. They described their cuisine as 'East African Fusion Cuisine'. That's good enough for my food tour since they're combining favorites from East Africa.
Simba's Grill
We arrived at West End at around 6:30pm and we didn't know that there's an abundance of restaurant along Denman Street. There are even line up to a Ramen place nearby.It's easy to spot Simba's Grill because it has a yellow awning in front with its name printed. We entered and requested a table for two and we were seated by the entrance with a view of the street and with our backs against the other guest. I really liked it because this way I won't be conscious since we tend to order too much and get judgmental and amusing looks from people.
We received our menu and I asked for a glass of water because we were really thirsty, they gave it right away. Service was excellent! The chef and owner went to our table to ask if we have any questions. I told him that it's our first time and we weren't sure what to get. He asked if we prefer barbecue or curry. I said hubby prefers barbecue and I love curry. He gave his recommendation but told us that we could take as long as we need to decide. Such a nice guy!
Muhogo for Appetizer
For appetizer, we ordered Muhogo. It's deep fried casava root. In Tagalog, we call this kamoteng kahoy. |
| Muhogo. Deep fried casava root. |
The server asked us if we want it plain or spicy. Of course, spicy. She placed a small container of mango spicy sauce and oh boy was it really spicy. I wished the Muhogo was crunchier but it's still excellent.
Kuku Muchuzi and Beef Mishkaki for Main Course
I ordered Naan and Kuku (chicken) Muchuzi while hubby ordered the Beef Mishkaki. Serving is good for sharing and we even had leftovers to go.
Naan was great. I wished I ordered more. The Muchuzi is tasty with tender chicken breast. Comparing it to the Afghan cuisine, this has stronger flavor.
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| Kuku Muchuzi. A traditional curry cooked the East African way using Simba's special spices. |
Meanwhile, the Mishkaki melts in your mouth with how tender it is. In the Afghan kebab, you can still taste the spices they use (pepper, salt, etc.). On the other hand, in the Mishkaki you can really taste the marinade they used on every bite and it's really obvious that it was marinated for so long with how juicy it was.
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| Beef Mishkaki. Beef cubes marinated in special spices barbecued served with rice. |
Dessert
Another regret... we should have ordered 2 Raas Malai instead of sharing 1 because it was so good! Now, I am curious what the Lemu Cheesecake tastes like. Really happy with the dessert. |
| Raas Malai. Baked Ricotta Cheese soaked in cream topped with pistachio and almonds. |
I am food coma! :) Looking forward to the next country we visit while staying in Vancouver.
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
International Village Food Court: Dinner at Giant Panda and Bali Thai
We're watching Isle of Dogs at International Village and decided to have dinner at the food court.
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| Bali Thai: Balinese Chicken and Beef Rendang |
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| Giant Panda: Lemon Chicken and Ginger Beef |
Sunday, May 20, 2018
Lunch at Olive Garden
It's my youngest sister's birthday and like we did last year, we went to Olive Garden all the way in Langley.
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| Tour of Italy |
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| Cannoli |
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| Tiramisu |
Saturday, May 19, 2018
Lunch at Congee Noodle House
After 3 hours of walking around to catch Pokemon, we're starved and decided to have dinner at Congee Noodle House.
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| House Special Seafood Congee |
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| Donut |
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| Wonton & Dumpling in Soup |
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| Steamed BBQ Pork Rice Roll |
Saturday, May 5, 2018
Cinco de Mayo: Burrito, Nachos, and Quesadilla from Sal y Limón
Sal y Limón is the highest rated Mexican place in Foursquare, so we decided to try.
The food was delicious.
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| Quesadillas |
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| Nachos |
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| Burrito |
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| Churros |
The food was delicious.
Friday, May 4, 2018
Breakfast Buffet at Ocean 999 Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver
It's my first vacation day for 2018 and what's the one thing we did? Eat breakfast buffet!
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| Plate number 1 |
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| Plate number 2 (Love the mushroom and sausage!) |
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| Plate number 3 |
Saturday, April 28, 2018
Food Day in Granville Island Public Market
We spent the whole day in Granville Island primarily playing Pokemon Go and just hoarding one of the tables. We watched tourists come and go and enjoy our beloved Granville Island Public Market.
Breakfast at Blue Parrot Organic Coffee
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| Matcha Latte and Toffee Nut Latte |
Lunch from Kaisereck Deli
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| Perogy Plate: Potato and Cheddar Perogy and Spicy German Sausage |
Dinner from Gourmet Wok
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| Fried Rice, Fried Fish, Kung Pao Chicken, and Pork BBQ |
Desserts from GI Gelato & Coffee House
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| Pistachio and Coffee Gelato |
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