food

The side of a building holds a red sign reading ‘SFU’. Below it are the words “Simon Fraser University” and Surrey. The tops of tall condominiums are shown in the background.
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Hidden Gems: Surrey campus’ secret snacks

Amrit Kamaal October 15, 2024

Potato Corner 10153 King George Blvd. K101 $5–20 per serving Rightfully known as “the world’s best flavoured fries,” this Filipino fry joint is my personal favourite for take-out lunch. What makes Potato Corner special is the amount of detail they put into their wide range of flavours such as sour cream and onion, cheese, and spicier options like BBQ Chili. The fun comes in choosing a shape, with options ranging from loopy, to shoestring, to waffle. It’s the ideal study snack — just select your flavours and shapes and you’ll get your shaken fries in no time. Although they specialize…

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Student sitting at a table in the Dining Commons surrounded by half empty cups and plates.
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Build your perfect Dining Commons meal and we’ll tell you when you should start studying for your midterms

Izzy Cheung October 11, 2024

Hello friend! Welcome to SFU’s Dining Commons. Where are you coming from?  I just finished back-to-back-to-back-to-back-to-back-to-back-to-back-to-back-to-back lectures.  . . . I don’t actually know.   I actually just came back from The Peak’s office. My favourite study spot on campus. I…

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A bowl of creamy white tzatziki dusted in sprouts and green specks.
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Food for thought: Tzatziki is my new comfort food

Emilia Kuznetsova October 11, 2024

When I visited Greece for the first time this year, I met amazing people and visited breathtaking places, but my favorite part was the food and witnessing the importance of sharing meals for Greeks. Restaurants outside of touristic epicenters offer…

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Triangular bread pieces coated in a thick, golden-brown batter.
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Nutritious Nibbles: Bread pakoda: an Indian recipe

Rusham Verma October 11, 2024

I’m sure there have been times when you’ve finished a class super late and did not have the energy to make a whole meal. However, this crispy, batter-lathen snack is a quick fix — it’s something that every student should…

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A container filled with pan-fried dumplings and a green frog bun.
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Jiaozi.com is committed to creating more than just delicious dumplings

Izzy Cheung October 3, 2024

This summer, Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park hosted the 3rd annual BC Dumpling Festival. As an avid foodie, I went to check out this festival with my family expecting to find more luscious local eateries and mouth-watering treats. However, as I…

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A painting filled with green, tan, and gold brushstrokes that make buildings with domed roofs. On the outside, two hands hold paintbrushes and paint along the picture.
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How a beloved Palestinian restaurant planted its roots in Vancouver

Tam Nguyen September 13, 2024

On a sunny Tuesday afternoon, I strolled around the vibrant neighbourhood of Hastings-Sunrise while on my way to meet Tamam and Sobhi Al-Zobaidi, co-owners of Tamam: Fine Palestinian Cuisine. Squeezed among tax offices and banks was the restaurant and its…

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A plain white wall decorated with simple black writing that lists a menu that reads “black (espresso),” “white (espresso+milk),” and “green (matcha+milk).”
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Hidden Gems: Vancouver’s best matcha

Alex Ileto September 11, 2024

cowdog coffee 3720 Oak St., Vancouver Open every day 8:00 a.m.–4:00p.m. With cowdog’s recent rise to social media fame (they truly conquered “brat summer”), this spot may not be a hidden gem, but it’s too good to not shoutout! Their…

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A sandwich with toasted white bread stuffed with sliced white cabbage and golden-brown fried pork cutlets.
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Must-try vendors at the World Wide Food Festival and beyond

Izzy Cheung July 24, 2024

The World Wide Food Festival was held on July 6 and featured over 20 local vendors. Just because this event is over, it doesn’t mean you can’t try these scrumptious snacks! All of these vendors can be found at your…

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A large outdoor space with blue, yellow, and red streamers strung above it. A band made up of four individuals plays under a colourful tent while individuals and families watch while sitting on the wooden stairs of the outdoor space.
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How to spend a day in…Downtown Langley

Zobia Khalid July 18, 2024

Downtown Langley blends a small-town vibe with the liveliness of a city. This place showcases the talent and culture of artists such as Langley muralist Judy Pohl. An afternoon walk here can reveal the beauty and culture of Langley with…

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A small storefront adorned with copper dishware, ornately woven rugs, and charms with a blue eye. A banner at the top says “every item tells a story.”
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Getting shipped away at Junction Public Market

Yasmin Hassan July 16, 2024

What hides among the looming towers of Vancouver’s Financial District? The Junction Public Market, that’s what! It’s not something that immediately catches your eye but the search for it is all worth it. With free entry and opening Tuesdays–Sundays (and…

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