Just before the long weekend ended, I went to an exclusive dining experience at Black Market Supper…read moreClub located in South Surrey. It is hosted and prepared by a world class chef with no identity being revealed. They wear black masks during the entire time cooking in the kitchen. Location and time stay as a mystery until 72 hours before the dinner. Each dinner is attached to a unique theme, and our night is to honor 25 years Anniversary of the French Laundry. 72 hours before the dinner, I received the email which includes a detailed instruction on how to get to the said location and a suggested wine list to pair with the meal. Given said that, the dinner doesn't include alcohol, but sparkling, still water, tonic, soda, and cola are complimentary. You are more than welcome to bring your own bottle to enjoy the meal. The dinner began at 7pm, and we were told to arrive at 6:45pm. Feel free to mingle and find your seat, while waiting for the dinner to start! Once everyone is arrived, we commenced our dinner with the bread service, featuring Dutch Cheese Charcoal Gougères with 3 type of butter. - Lemon shallot and herb - Brown butter, burnt onion - Everything bagel I love the gougères, crispy shell with a hollow inside. It tastes great with the butters, and my favorite is to pair with the Lemon Shallot & Herb Compound Butter. Our next course is the Lobster Pancakes with carrot brown butter emulsion. The pancake is stuffed with a generous amount of lobster, chives, and mascarpone. I really enjoy the simplicity of the dish, but I wonder if it is meant to be served lukewarm. Nevertheless, I still enjoyed having each bite with a touch of the purée. Compared to the previous dish, the White Truffle Custard is more flavorful and on a saltier side. The truffle custard is served with a black truffle ragout in a colorful egg shell. The aroma from the truffle is lingering in the mouth, while enjoying the silky custard. Yabba Dabba Do is the main dish for the night, and I was looking forward to this dish the most. There are multiple components on the dish, which includes wagyu beef, beef chop and bone marrow stuffed inside a potato. It is then garnished with chanterelle mushrooms and bordelaise sauce. This dish is rich and flavourful. The beef chop is tender, and the meat just fell off the bone. My slice of wagyu beef is delicious and melts in my mouth. The bone marrow just oozes out of the potato, and it tastes delightful to pair with the potato. Lastly, the chanterelle and bordelaise played an important role on the dish, which add flavours and ease the heaviness that may bring by the protein. We ended our meal with a dessert (of course!), Chocolate Veloute. It is layered with a Dutch caramel cookie and cinnamon stick ice cream, with 24 karat gold powder and edible flowers as garnish. The dessert can get heavy after few bites, and it is difficult to crack the cookie to enjoy with other components on plate. I also found it very sticky and too sweet to my liking, especially right after a flavourful dish. * Overall Impression * I really enjoyed this dining experience with Black Market Supper Club, as it is mysterious and fun. Though each dish may have some flaws, I enjoyed the presentation and each element on the dish. I really like the idea of disclosing address and time few days in advance, which makes me more excited and looking forward to the dinner. Although it is far from the city, it is worth to go and enjoy a private dinner with a group of friends or family for special occasions. If you would like to book your next dinner, check out their website for more details. Taste : 4/5 * Service: 4.5/5 * Ambiance: 5/5 * Quality-Price: N/A

the food and waitstaff were fantastic but go once the sun has gone down. the restaurant is an open…read moreconcept without walls or air conditioning. We were squinting from the sun and sweating the entire tlme.

We had only a few hours to tour the city and grab a bite during our port stop in fair Victoria. The…read moreline was dauntingly long, but it moved relatively quickly (really, there are menus posted while you wait, so you should be ready to go when you reach the order window, but my American is showing). Put simply, this is among the best fish and chips I've ever had. I got the one piece halibut and the bisque. The bisque has a chipotle coconut base, and it's unique and delicious. The fish was fried to perfection, and the halibut inside was a steamy triumph. I added some chipotle lime mayo for the chips. The tartar was lemony and crisp. Chips had that perfect crunchy outer shell with the pillowy potato innards. Cooked to perfection fish and chips while you watch the takeoff and landing of seaplanes. O Canada!

Really great authentic Mexican food!! I enjoyed the great service! Really good and Will come…read moreagain!!

So I work super close and had a cancelation so I decided to pop in here for some quick tacos and I…read morewas pleased to find out that all tacos are 1 dollar off on Tuesdays so I got 3 asada street tacos for 2 dollars each I tried all 3 sauces they were all good I will be back with my family and friends thank you for the great service on this rainy day

If you have ever had Peranakan food in Singapore and wish there is a place selling it in Vancouver,…read morelook no further. Bibik's is a true blue authentic Peranakan pop up kitchen. Unfortunately it is not a full fledged restaurant (Covid has scuttled the plan) but luckily we can still get to have our Nonya food fix via the commissary kitchen. The challenge is actually placing an order. It is a pre-ordering system where you have to stalk their IG account. The call to order is usually on Sunday and you place the order online and make payment. Then you wait a week for the pick up at YVR Prep on Saturday (90 mins window). I am lucky to get my order in as it sells out very quickly. They have a limited quantity per week. It is usually 3 items which are available each week (appetizer/snack/dessert, entree and a drink) I think I have tried almost all the dishes they offer over the months. Everything is good. My absolute favorite is the Mee Siam. I liken it to Violet Oon (or typical Bibik household) standard in Singapore. You could taste the spices in the rempah. The aromatic is more pronounced. I just feel there is pride in the dishes made, to introduce what real Peranakan food is. For me that is really Singapore food, food that I miss. Now if only there is Ayam buah keluak too, that will make my life complete. Haha. I also wish for itek tim, hee peow soup and Babi pongteh. I was so glad I managed to try the Tok Panjang which was available during the holidays. That was really a feast with plenty of dishes -- itek sio, sambal prawns, chap chye, ngoh hiang, achar, pulot hitam and the nonya Kuehs. I love the design and packaging too. It is all very simple yet pretty and great care has been taken in the products. They are very friendly too. Follow their IG if you have a hankering for Singapore food. They usually post pictures of Singapore and the food. But that may not be a great idea now since traveling is restricted and it may make the cravings even worse.

First time trying bibik's on my brother's recommendation. He noted that their laksa noodles were…read morevery good so we decided to try their new item, laksa fried rice. Pickup was easy from their commissary kitchen. As you can see in the photo, the portions are very generous and it was very flavourful! There are actually a lot of prawns hidden under the fried egg, arranged artfully in a spiral. The fried egg was perfectly cooked with a soft runny yolk (just the way I like it!) Apparently they sell out very fast so if you want to order, best to do so on their instagram on the day the release the menu for the week. Only comment I have is I wish it was hotter as I picked it up during lunch hour and brought it home immediately to eat. I was too hungry this time, but next time I'd probably heat it up more. Still delicious lukewarm!

Came here during a short stay in Victoria at a friend's recommendation. The menu was interesting. A…read morelot of cool Asian fusion options. You order at the register and the food didn't take long to be ready. You grab your own utensils and stuff. There is only counter stool seating inside. There are some bench seating on the patio. Everything we ordered was good. My friend and I shared 3 dishes and that was perfect. Would definitely come again to try more things on my next visit.

A foodie friend suggested I visit this Asian fusion restaurant after seeing it featured on the Food…read moreChannel. So, I took a day off and headed to our capital city, Victoria, on a hot and sunny afternoon. After getting off the bus at Douglas & Fort and walking a couple of blocks, I arrived at the restaurant. In all honesty, the location isn't in the nicest part of town. The place itself is small, both inside and out. Inside, they were in the middle of a paint job. Outside, the dining area consisted of three picnic tables, each seating about four or so. I hadn't checked their website beforehand, but I told the cashier it was my first visit from Vancouver. She suggested three of their "most popular" dishes, all priced at $18. I chose the Sweet & Sour Pork Belly with Rice. Most entrées seemed to start at $15 and up. I opted to dine outside, given the beautiful weather. The cashier directed me to a self-serve counter for water, condiments, and cutlery, and suggested I sit at the far left by the wooden railing since other tables were occupied. When my food was ready, she called my name. The presentation was nice, but for $18 the portion seemed small -- six small pieces of pork belly, with two pieces being almost entirely fat. The green beans (about 14 pieces, four inches long) were fresh and bright green, not overcooked, and the sauce was fine. Unfortunately, the biggest letdown was the temperature -- lukewarm at best. Even the rice wasn't hot. The menu promised crispy skin, but mine was soft. While the pork was tender, it lacked the crispness you'd find at a good Chinese BBQ meat shop. Adding to the disappointment, the outdoor seating was right beside a parking lot of a liquor store where people smoked and chatted. The smell of cigarette smoke made it hard to enjoy my meal, so I ate quickly and left. It's a semi-self-serve setup, with a tray for returning dirty dishes like in fast-food places. Another note: I paid cash but wasn't given a receipt -- my oversight, since cash payments save them merchant fees. This place might have its fame, but for me, it was overpriced and the atmosphere was not conducive to a relaxing meal. Hot dishes should be served hot, regardless of the weather. Taste-wise, I'd give my dish 3/5. Value: 2/5. Sadly, it's a "one-and-done" visit for me.

Chef Laura and her Staff made sure our two Dinner Parties were well provisioned with two delicious…read moreWest Coast menus that our Family of 8 enjoyed immensely. Having the Good For You Gourmet Team take care of these meals for us during our vacation in Victoria allowed for more quality family time together, outdoor explorations, games together and relaxing in our vacation home, knowing that we would all be well fed these two nights. We were so happy we could arrange this!Thanks so much Chef Laura, Allison and Ananda.

My father is on a strict kidney dialysis diet and has a few other dietary complications that need…read moreto be carefully managed. In brief, my father is not the easiest to cook for. Every month for the past three years, Chef Laura has arrived at our house armed with groceries. By the time she leaves, the house smells amazing, the kitchen is spotless and the fridge and freezer are filled to the brim with wonderful meals. Chef Laura is attentive and diligent to every detail and accommodates my father's often changing and special diet requirements with grace and ease. Three years on, my father continues to eat wonderful nutritious food that meets his special dietary needs - and he refuses to eat anything but Chef Laura meals! The peace of mind that my family gets from knowing that my father is eating extremely well despite his health challenges is hard to convey. Everyone needs Chef Laura in their lives!

We had Marimakan Crabhouse cater my birthday dinner and the experience was absolutely phenomenal…read more The food arrived beautifully prepared and packed with bold, authentic Southeast Asian flavors - truly restaurant-quality catering. We ordered an abundant spread, and every dish impressed. The clear crowd favorite was the Singapore black pepper prawns - fragrant, perfectly spiced, and completely addictive. That black pepper sauce was hands down the star of the meal: rich, peppery, and deeply flavorful. It was my favorite and could easily be eaten on everything. The Mala curry crab and XO crab were both outstanding; layered with complex, indulgent flavors. The Thai green chili clams and saus mentega clams were vibrant and comforting, while the crab fried rice had generous morsels of crab folded throughout the dish. We also really enjoyed the Indonesian chicken wings, which were crispy and flavorful, and the stir-fried vegetables, which added a fresh, well-balanced contrast to the seafood-heavy menu. Everything traveled well, was thoughtfully prepared, and made for an unforgettable catered meal. If you're considering catering from Marimakan Crabhouse, I can't recommend it highly enough. Get the black pepper sauce! Amazing from start to finish, and Chef V or Rachel is lovely to work with.

Amaaaazinggg!!! I've been following chef V for a long time on Instagram and always wanted to order…read morefrom her but couldn't since my husband can't eat seafood. The perfect moment arrived when my parents came to visit us for Christmas. We ordered the Singapore chili boil with shrimp add on. It was more than enough for me and my parents. They thoroughly enjoyed it and the crabs were superrrr fresh! It was our first time trying Singapore chili and it was very nice - I would say I'm more of a savory girl so will probably try a different flavor next time, but it's a personal preference. If you like spicy and sweet this one is for you! Thank you for the amazing food, chef V! I can't wait till they come back next time so I can order again. They said they want to try each flavor each time they come visit !! Also - she's so sweet and gives super fast communication.

The missus got a reservation for 2 at 6pm on Saturday, Aug 15, 2026. It was my first time to Friday…read moreHarbor, WA, and her second. We both ordered different glasses of wine - she wanted the sparkling rose but I went with the staffs white wine recommendation - which goes well with seafood and a lot of their menu. Missus liked my wine choice more than hers - but I liked the depth of flavour of her sparkling rose! Clay was the name of our server, who took great care of us this evening. For food we both ordered the "summer menu" - a four-course fixed price menu ($90 each, +$5 if you order beef, which was a 7oz wagyu). I chose the salad, the dry octopus, and the wagyu option; the missus picked the peach tartine, soup, and the halibut. Before the first dish came out, the missus and I both received the "amuse-bouche", which was a nice treat. The starters both came at the same time - carrot soup starter was nice and hot, and the salad was quite good also. The first starter came out - the missus preferred the peach tartine (had a tinge of fishy sardine to it?), I liked my octopus choice. The octopus was bigger than either of us had expected - which was nice. Both wines went well with both dishes. The mains took a bit longer to come out, but one nice thing was that throughout the meal they continued to replace cutlery. The halibut was great, but the wagyu (beef) with broccolini and potatoes (specifically beef) was next level incredible. I'm super impressed by how easily it is to chew and how incredible the flavour is. The potatoes were also quite good - fried, but not "deep fried". The broccolini was also delicious. The wait staff came back with a dessert menu after our mains. The missus picked the twice baked cheese soufflé, and I wanted the chocolate basque cheesecake. Throughout the meal there's an ambiance of a classical music playlist - hard to describe, but it's instrumental (purely). We finished the mains and had picked our fourth (dessert) course by 710pm. The soufflé was quite delicious. I really liked the chocolate basque cheesecake. The biscotti that came wihh the soufflé kinda confused me - it was good on its own but it didn't really enhance anything. The missus found the both equally good. Including both of our glasses of wine, and fixed price menu, it was $217 before tax and tip. I'm kinda shocked this place isn't at least a 4/5 on Yelp. Worth it, in my opinion. Note: no parking, you'd have to street park. Also, one bathroom stall - it's nice but it's only one for the entire restaurant.

I tried the prefix (4 course) menu which is comprised of one soup or salad, one appetizer, one…read moreentree and one dessert. It actually kind of 5 course as they gave everyone and initial little bite that the chef put together. I can't quite remember what it was, but I think it was some kind of cauliflower blended bite (see first pic). The price was definitely decent for the four course, it wasn't super expensive or anything. I also tried the goat cheese souflee, which was good, the crab roast was better though, then I had the pasta which needed salt and didnt have much flavor. I will say though that someone got the filet mignon and that was really good. The fondue was basic, but the bread and ice cream was amazing! So biggest takeaway is I think this place is really hit or miss. There's some items that are good/great and others that are really not good/great. So if you come and pick the good stuff I think you'd really enjoy it!

Amazing oysters and service. Looking forward to going back. 45 minute drive is absolutely worth…read moreit. They made us feel like family.

Island Cafe, Carne Tortilla Breakfast, very good. Service excellent, New Authentic Mexican flavors…read morefor breakfasts. Two eggs hash browns and toast, still 13.00.

The ambiance is a bit crowded. The service was meh. The food was disappointing. We just wanted a…read moresnack between meals so we got a charcuterie board. It seemed like the meat was dried out like it had been sitting out on the board all day and had a funny aftertaste. My wife's overpriced mixed drink was mostly ice. Don't waste your time.

10000/10! First bite in Victoria, BC. Absolutely amazing experience. Wonderful service and even…read morebetter food. My favorite dishes are the steamed clams and garlic shrimps.