Sea urchin wallpaper

Fred death passage

Hello, Minister!” bellowed Percy, sending a neat jinx straight at Thicknesse, who dropped his wand and clawed at the front of his robes, apparently in awful discomfort. “Did I mention I’m resigning?”
“You’re joking, Perce!” shouted Fred as the Death Eater he was battling collapsed under the weight of three separate Stunning Spells. Thicknesse had fallen to the ground with tiny spikes erupting all over him; he seemed to be turning into some form of sea urchin. Fred looked at Percy with glee.
“You actually are joking, Perce… . I don’t think I’ve heard you joke since you were –“
The air exploded. They had been grouped together, Harry, Ron, Hermione, Fred, and Percy, the two Death Eaters at their feet, one Stunned, the other Transfigured; and in that fragment of a moment, when danger seemed temporarily at bay, the world was rent apart, Harry felt himself flying through the air, and all he could do was hold as tightly as possible to that thin stick of wood that was his one and only weapon, and shield his head in his arms: He heard the screams and yells of his companions without a hope of knowing what had happened to them –
And then the world resolved itself into pain and semidarkness: He was half buried in the wreckage of a corridor that had been subjected to a terrible attack. Cold air told him that the side of the castle had been blown away, and hot stickiness on his cheek told him that he was bleeding copiously. Then he heard a terrible cry that pulled at his insides, that expressed agony of a kind neither flame nor curse could cause, and he stood up, swaying, more frightened than he had been that day, more frightened, perhaps, than he had been in his life… .
And Hermione was struggling to her feet in the wreckage, and three redheaded men were grouped on the ground where the wall had blasted apart. Harry grabbed Hermione’s hand as they staggered and stumbled over stone and wood.
“No – no – no!” someone was shouting. “No! Fred! No!”
And Percy was shaking his brother, and Ron was kneeling beside them, and Fred’s eyes stared without seeing, the ghost of his last laugh still etched upon his face.

Sirius Black Death Passage

Only one couple were still battling, apparently unaware of the new arrival. Harry saw Sirius duck Bellatrix's jet of red light: He was laughing at her. "Come on, you can do better than that!" he yelled, his voice echoing around the cavernous room.

The second jet of light hit him squarely on the chest.
The laughter had not quite died from his face, but his eyes widened in shock.
Harry released Neville, though he was unaware of doing so. He was jumping down the steps again, pulling out his wand, as Dumbledore turned to the dais too.
It seemed to take Sirius an age to fall. His body curved in a graceful arc as he sank backward through the ragged veil hanging from the arch...
And Harry saw the look of mingled fear and surprise on his godfather's wasted, once-handsome face as he fell through the ancient doorway and disappeared behind the veil, which fluttered for a moment as though in a high wind and then fell back into place.
Harry heard Bellatrix Lestrange's triumphant scream, but knew it meant nothing -- Sirius had only just fallen through the archway, he would reappear from the other side any second.
But Sirius did not reappear.
"SIRIUS!" Harry yelled, "SIRIUS!"
He had reached the floor, his breath coming in searing gasps. Sirius must be just behind the curtain, he, Harry, would pull him back out again...
But as he reached the ground and sprinted toward the dais, Lupin grabbed Harry around the chest, holding him back.
"There's nothing you can do, Harry -- "
"Get him, save him, he's only just gone through!"
"It's too late, Harry -- "
"We can still reach him -- "
Harry struggled hard and viciously, but Lupin would not let go...
"There's nothing you can do, Harry... nothing... He's gone."

I was cleaning up my phone and created a bunch of different folders for apps of the same type.
However after doing this it feels worse to me as the folders don’t have a clear singular icon. When I want an app fast and it is a sea of folders with a bunch of icons. I find I have to really stop and concentrate to read the folder names. (I do have ADHD, so maybe this is my problem)
I do find I use spotlight way more on my phone anyways, but if I can’t remember the specific name of an app I don’t use commonly, this is where it gets messy.
I may try instead of folders to do whole screens with certain apps and give the background its own wallpaper to help me find them better.
Anyone else have tips? How could Apple improve this is future IOS versions?

Alright, buckle up because we're diving into why Vancouver's food scene is straight-up legendary. Forget the regular city vibes; Vancouver is a melting pot of flavors, a culinary carnival that beats anything else in North America. Join me on this personal quest to unravel why the combo of Asian influence, Pacific Northwest goodness, and chill dining vibes makes Vancouver the top pick for foodies.
Asian Culinary Delights: Tradition and Creativity Unleashed
Vancouver's streets resonate with the aromas of traditional Asian dishes, prepared with a touch of authenticity that transports you across borders. Picture slurping savory ramen in Chinatown or savoring hand-pulled noodles in a cozy corner of East Van. But what makes Vancouver's Asian food scene truly exceptional is its fusion of tradition with modern creativity.
In this city, innovation meets tradition on a plate. Take, for instance, squid ink brioche with sea urchin pâté – a daring yet harmonious blend of flavors that pushes the boundaries of culinary expectations. Vancouver's chefs are culinary artists, creating dishes that not only pay homage to traditional recipes but also elevate them into extraordinary, palate-pleasing experiences.
And let's not forget the matcha mochi croissants that have taken the city by storm. A fusion of Japanese mochi and French croissants, these delectable pastries are a testament to Vancouver's culinary diversity. Each bite is a dance of textures and tastes, showcasing the city's flair for seamlessly blending cultures and cuisines.
Pacific Northwest's Grocery List: Seafood Galore and More
Living next to the Pacific Ocean is like having a seafood aisle in your backyard. Fresh salmon, sweet Dungeness crab, and chubby spot prawns – Vancouver's seafood game is on point. And let's not forget the local veggies and meats, straight from the region's green landscapes. It's like nature’s way of saying, "Hey, enjoy the good stuff!"
Nature Vibes: Dining with a View
Vancouver's layout is like a dating app for food and nature; they're a match made in heaven. Whether you're brunching in a leafy neighborhood or devouring seafood with an ocean panorama, the city serves up an Instagrammable backdrop for every meal. Picture this: a patio, a breeze, and the scent of fir trees – eating out just got a whole lot cooler.
Neighborhood Chronicles: Culinary Adventures Off the Beaten Path
Downtown is cool, but venture out, and you'll hit foodie gold. Commercial Drive's eclectic spots or Richmond's legit Asian flavors – Vancouver's neighborhoods are like culinary treasure maps. Each area has its own flavor story, tempting you to be the food explorer you were born to be.
Conclusion
Vancouver isn't just a city with good food; it's a food fiesta waiting to happen. The Asian vibes, the Pacific Northwest's goodies, and the city's chill connection with nature make dining here a full-blown experience. Vancouver isn't just North America's food champion; it's a vibe, a journey through flavors, and a big, fat stamp on your foodie passport. So, next time you're craving a culinary adventure, Vancouver's got your back, fork, and knife.
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The is my first post ever, I wanted to share this with you all because it was just too strange not to talk about and I really want to know if this could have a deeper meaning. I also very rarely dream. This was the first I’d had this month.
I woke up in my dream in a crooked version of this world, the walls of my bedroom decrepit and the wallpaper peeling off, some mould had formed on them as well. I look outside to see a dark, moonless night, the street lamps were all that illuminated my street. A deep sea green fog covered the outside and there were millions of eyes in the sky glaring at me, each with different emotions, they had replaced the stars. I walk up to my cracked mirror and see nothing but a silhouette of myself, my eyes glowing white. Behind me were closed mouths, when I looked at them they began to whisper strange things to me I could not understand, they stopped when I walked away from the mirror. I walk outside into the street to a world just as run down as my house. The people were what looked to be lifeless husks, hunched over and looking down to the floor, unmoving as if they were some kind of robots whose batteries needed to be refilled. I know my street pretty well so I was able to make my way through the fog, I turned on my phone which I brought with me and the screen lit up, reading “This reality is what everything looks like under the veil, you should not be here. You need to wake up. WAKE UP.”
I woke up more confused than I had ever been, it was such a vivid dream and I could not understand why I had this. Please help.

Excellent sushi diner at Hakkuko, in Ginza Tokyo. Next to some greens, and the miso soup at the end, no side dishes. Straight up sushi , done extremely well. The rice was very well balanced and tasteful. Nice little acidic hint to it. The fish extremely fresh and delicately prepared. The the fish symbols on the menu represent the three tuna sushi, making this 25 courses.
The golden sea bream, monkfish liver, gizzard shad and uni were standouts for me in an amazing dinner. I was clearly full at the end but not uncomfortably so. Good thing we did 15km walking through the city during the day!

It is with great pleasure for me to say that I have completed the current works of the Cosmere*.
After going into a Sci-Fi deep dive I pivoted into fantasy by reading A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms by George RR Martin. It reignited my love for fantasy, and I highly recommend it. This led me to the works of Mr. Sanderson.
The Way of Kings was the first book I read of the new year and Yumi and the Nightmare Painter was the last, finished this morning. I have also read 14 other books scattered in between the works of the Cosmere in order to mentally space out the different works/series.
Before I start my rankings I just want to say that The Stormlight Archive DEEPLY impacted me. Specifically Dalinar. I'm actually tearing up writing this. The way that he pushed through his trials to emerge as Bondsmith was truly inspirational to me. It had me questioning how I can live my life with more honor (THE CODES) and integrity, and how I can hold true to my ideals in times of scrutiny and challenge.
When I describe the appeal of The Stormlight Archive to people I say "the characters make me want to be a better person".
Without further ado here is my ranking list:
-------The Legends that Changed My Life----------- 1. Oathbringer

1. The Way of Kings
   
2. Words of Radiance
   
3. Warbreaker
   
4. Rythym of War
   

------- Damn Good Works of Art-----------

1. Hero of Ages
   
2. Bands of Mourning
   
3. The Emperor's Soul
   
4. Shadows for Silence in the Forests of Hell
   
5. Sixth of the Dusk
   
6. Yumi and the Nightmare Painter
   

----------I Liked These------------

1. The Alloy of Law
   
2. Mistborn Secret History/The Lost Metal
   
3. The Final Empire
   
4. Tress and the Emerald Sea
   
5. The Lost Metal
   
6. Shadows of Silence
   
7. The Sunlit Man
   

----------Very Strong Elements, but Very Real Pain Points------------

1. Elantris/The Hope of Elantris
   
2. Dawnshard
   
3. Edgedancer
   
4. The Well of Ascension
   
5. Allomancer Jak (lol)
   

To provide some color to some rankings I know are pretty unique to me personally compared to what I see on others posts:
-If you're a Goodreads ranker like I am here's some insight: The only 5 stars I gave were to TWoK and OB. Everything else was a 3 or 4 star except for Allomancer Jak which I gave 2.
-Warbreaker blew me away. I was totally not expecting it to be in the top when I picked it up. It was just FUN! The colors, the names, the opulence, the tropical city, the iridescence! What fun & beauty! The story had a quality of a fairy tale and I was hooked.
-Sanderson is a damn good Novella writer. Based on the quality of some of the shorter works it surprises me that Edgedancer and Dawnshard didn't land for me. They felt like filler chapters to the rest of the SA. I was specifically disappointed with Edgedancer. I felt like there was so much low hanging fruit to get into with Lift and instead we were caught with her in a time of questioning and meandering, with some action. I wanted stories of heists, looting, and shenanigans and I felt like I didn't get that.
-I think the most contentious position I have about the Cosmere is how painful I found some parts of Mistborn Era 1 to be. I will say that Mistborn has some of the strongest elements of the Cosmere. It has my favorite magic system, the best setting (gothic Luthadel, the ash apocalypse), some of the strongest villains (Steel Inquisitors, Koloss, The Lord Ruler), and one of the best Sanderlanches (HoA). However, at times I found the story so painful I almost had to put it down.
First, I was not able connect with Vin and Elend. Part of me rationalizes this that Sanderson didn't want me to intimately connect with them because they become beings of the highest lore/religion on Scadrial. I found Elend to be a very shallow, almost insignificant character. His development from spoiled boy, to ruler, to legend just didn't sit well with me.
Vin was one of my biggest challenges. To this day I cannot visualize Vin's face in my mind. I had trouble visualizing a couple characters across the Cosmere. It took me a long time to come up with a stable mental image of Navani. But I was never able to get it with Vin. Vin is a collection of conflicting attributes that never came together for me. Shy, but can tell it how it is. Secretly loves luxury, but hates intellectualism. Legend, but street urchin. I recognize most people love Vin, and I wish I was one of them, but I'm not.
Second, I had problems with the storylines. It's hard for me to explain this but I felt like the plot throughout Mistborn Era 1 were the wrong stories to focus on. Like why focus on the politics of Elend's crumbling government when there are so many other wonderful and exciting things that were probably going on on Scadrial? Well of Ascension was almost a DNF for me because of how much I simply detested the story. The Sanderlanche at the end was good but man was that first half absolutely painful. It hurt me to read. In the end I'm glad I stuck it out because Hero of Ages was truly masterful. But for me that beauty came at a cost.
*I have not read White Sand. I do not connect with graphic novels or audiobooks and will not slog through one (especially one that large and not highly reviewed) for the sake of being an active completionist. I felt very conflicted in coming to this conclusion. Especially because of how frequently Taldain/Khriss are referenced in the rest of the works. What ultimately what led me to this decision is the upcoming rework of the prose edition of the story, for which I am very excited for.

Cephalapod Genesis
The pharoah ejaculated into the river and in the sand the sperm found refuge and grew into papyrus. This an example of genesis.
Vampyrapods are the first intelligent species to live on this planet predating the dinosaurs. They came here somehow. They did not evolve on this planet. Perhaps just an ejaculated sperm from another being landing in the water. The direct offspring of this cephalapod is the modern octopus. Octopus are responsible for nearly every animal genesis on earth including humans and subsequently man made inventions and accomplishments. Octopus taught trees to fruit, destroyed the dinosaurs through becoming tapeworms, and even walked to the moon. Some of the animals you may recognize from the cellular genesis may have fused with the other local staples such as canine, equine, and feline, and reptile as well as temporarily the pachyderms in post-actualization causal genesis. This can be done by mating with, killing, eating, dying, being eaten, or simply a laying of hands or physical actions. Octopus only live for about 4.5 years of our relationship with time, but they have beaten death through a mix of telepathy and cannabalism. They've also mastered time travel. There are only 3 actual beings here. Others died in getting here and are fossilized. 2 males and 1 female survived. I call them Jack, Seth, and Claire. This is why the genesis had to completed this way as any direct offspring would not work. because theyve have infinite time to complete it, theyve walked over every inch of the planet and affected every species. In fact our own existence is simply the echo of the combined knowledge of the cephs. We are an amalgamation like the 'too much good stuff' guy from am/pm commercials. Make a bird with your hands. ¿Where are the beaks? The latest project is to use genetic science in order to bring back the mammoth and obtain a sixth digit from its feet. Should happen around 2027. When the vampyrapods first encountered life here it was eating their tentacles. So the first genesis occured in the offspring of those that ate of the tentacles. This is why modern cephs only have 8 limbs. The first language period is Enochian. A language of the eyes and limbs. Through different manipulation of limbs and eye fluctuations communication was made. After a while though telepathy became the established communication.
Here are some examples but not all of cephalapod genesis:
• Spiders (rare from trilobyte mix, had to go back in time to accomplish) (they had to avenge the original vampyrapods from being eaten from early organisms, thisnis how scorpions were able to evolve) • Mango (foilage and ceph mix. Ceph hung from a tree upside down) • Star fruit (the tree missed the octopus and tempted it to return) • Pinecone ( the bite marks of ceph beak eating the fruit of the trees) • Toucan (the beak formation from ceph in flux probably consuming a failed aviary) • Peacock (feather formations still in flux from limbs partial fusion) • Salamander (reptile/chameleon mix) (skin breathing evolution) •Sloth (feline and foilage mix) • Mistletoe bird (octopus ate a mushroom) • Lyrebird (mirage, digitage, and aviary from peacock and pheasant. Mastered the art of sound mimickry to develop better auditory communications) • Dung beetle (rolling backwards the earth through time) • VW bug (trunk up front) (mirage, digitage, pachyderm mix) (invented higher than the model T but arrived later in time) • Goliath bird-eating tarantula ( set a web to catch a bird which did not exist fully until the web was cast. When the spider consumed the bird the psuedo cannabalistic action resulted in a poison tree frog) • Snakes (a ceph lost its mating limb for some reason in a mirage mix experiment) • venemous snakes (a snake ate the eggs of its own offspring)(the cursed dinosaur souls live inside these) • Gumby (using hands to mold clay made a show about being an octopus) • Chameleon (reptile, ceph, foilage, mirage mix)(a ceph was purposely eaten by a komodo dragon to telepathically send a reverse osmosis of its makeup inside its body to another ceph that was attempting to kill the dinosaurs in the past. How they programmed the tapeworm to destroy them)

• Human organs (strife and love and tapeworm mix. Impregnating a mix of canine feline equine, ceph, pachyderm, reptilian, mirage, digitage, foilage, strife and love through years of experimentation lodged themselves systematically into more and more advanced versions and became functional in each iteration) • Sumi ink tattoo ink any ink really • The written word (anemone, sea urchin, porcupine quill, Bird feather and ink. Papyrus) • Floppy disk (suction cup on a piece of mail specifically a bill and the suction cup on the plastic window) • Cd, dvd, blu ray (laying of hands on a television screen) • Television (just a series of ceph exploring life through the inside of a glass tank with mirage and digitage mix) • Movie theater ( same but aquarium instead) • Papillon (love + insect from trilobyte and ink and papyrus needed training wheels to learn how to fly) • Taser (digitage mix of the two extra original tentacles lost from vampyrapod with mix of electric eel which was a detached limb of an octopus that had achieved ball lightning static existence) • Wisteria (ceph and foilage mix) (needed the seeds to play mancala or something) • Water strider (walked on water) • Lunar lander (digitage) (tapeworms in humans directed construction, the first electronic component gestalt high enough to become digital) (a tree really wanted to go to the moon) • Champagne cork (Ate some bark, vent plugged up and had to pee really bad) • Electrostatic Ball (attempting time travel, a ceph was meditating in complete non movement inside a digitized mirage flashing irridescence until it passed away) • Ball lightning (time travel attempt Same ceph tried a pure digitage and mirage mix) • Gnarwal (chameleon tongue, mirage and pachyderm) • Light bulb (ceph + mirage + digitage mix) (octopus crawled into a mirage jar and was irridescent) • Liquor bottle (octopus got stuck in a fulgarite and died temporarily trapping its soul in reflection but the invention of cork escaped it) • Silly string (mirage mix) (angry octopus sprayed another with diarhea from its vent) • Tapeworms (had to brave a walk into a volcano and die. As the octopus melted while running, it evolved the turkey, turkey vulture, vulture, and was just a slithering worm by the time it was engulfed by lava) • The Ten Commandments (vampyrapod fossils brought by a tapewormed moses to show people and try and explain the religion) • Dumbo (actually just a tiny cute octopus) • Hydra from capt america (introducing the public to idealogy of cephs) • Tobacco leaf (the laying of hands on deciduous plantlife, a gift to the early iterations of human) • Cow (equine ceph and pachyderm mix) essentially the Orca ate the Octopus, in its 4th stomach it finally died and so when the cow who has 4 stomachs manifested it came with udders symbolic of the octopus genesis in post actualization-causation • Rapa nui. The end of time. (Great stone heads disembodied) (mirage and strife)the final resting place. A graveyard. A place of rest always available

Alright, buckle up because we're diving into why Vancouver's food scene is straight-up legendary. Forget the regular city vibes; Vancouver is a melting pot of flavors, a culinary carnival that beats anything else in North America. Join me on this personal quest to unravel why the combo of Asian influence, Pacific Northwest goodness, and chill dining vibes makes Vancouver the top pick for foodies.
Asian Culinary Delights: Tradition and Creativity Unleashed
Vancouver's streets resonate with the aromas of traditional Asian dishes, prepared with a touch of authenticity that transports you across borders. Picture slurping savory ramen in Chinatown or savoring hand-pulled noodles in a cozy corner of East Van. But what makes Vancouver's Asian food scene truly exceptional is its fusion of tradition with modern creativity.
In this city, innovation meets tradition on a plate. Take, for instance, squid ink brioche with sea urchin pâté – a daring yet harmonious blend of flavors that pushes the boundaries of culinary expectations. Vancouver's chefs are culinary artists, creating dishes that not only pay homage to traditional recipes but also elevate them into extraordinary, palate-pleasing experiences.
And let's not forget the matcha mochi croissants that have taken the city by storm. A fusion of Japanese mochi and French croissants, these delectable pastries are a testament to Vancouver's culinary diversity. Each bite is a dance of textures and tastes, showcasing the city's flair for seamlessly blending cultures and cuisines.
Pacific Northwest's Grocery List: Seafood Galore and More
Living next to the Pacific Ocean is like having a seafood aisle in your backyard. Fresh salmon, sweet Dungeness crab, and chubby spot prawns – Vancouver's seafood game is on point. And let's not forget the local veggies and meats, straight from the region's green landscapes. It's like nature’s way of saying, "Hey, enjoy the good stuff!"
Nature Vibes: Dining with a View
Vancouver's layout is like a dating app for food and nature; they're a match made in heaven. Whether you're brunching in a leafy neighborhood or devouring seafood with an ocean panorama, the city serves up an Instagrammable backdrop for every meal. Picture this: a patio, a breeze, and the scent of fir trees – eating out just got a whole lot cooler.
Neighborhood Chronicles: Culinary Adventures Off the Beaten Path
Downtown is cool, but venture out, and you'll hit foodie gold. Commercial Drive's eclectic spots or Richmond's legit Asian flavors – Vancouver's neighborhoods are like culinary treasure maps. Each area has its own flavor story, tempting you to be the food explorer you were born to be.
Conclusion
Vancouver isn't just a city with good food; it's a food fiesta waiting to happen. The Asian vibes, the Pacific Northwest's goodies, and the city's chill connection with nature make dining here a full-blown experience. Vancouver isn't just North America's food champion; it's a vibe, a journey through flavors, and a big, fat stamp on your foodie passport. So, next time you're craving a culinary adventure, Vancouver's got your back, fork, and knife.
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Weekend trip, looking for a good Japanese restaurant for dinner that hopefully has good uni (sea urchin). Price range: $-$$$, nothing super expensive like omakase, just some good sushi.
Other Asian restaurant recommendations are appreciated. Any of them that are a good place for lunch. TIA!

Had a lovely time at Curtis Stone’s “Maude” in Beverly Hills, went for my birthday to have my first Michelin star experience. Quite satisfied!
First item was a “welcome cocktail,” a frozen bar of green apple mojito with fir pine powder and sorrel on it, very refreshing and fun to eat.
The next three are the “snacks” on the menu. The yellowfin tostada was fantastic, the green on it is tomatillo and it was set on a purple corn chip. A lot of dishes had a crunchy element for texture which I appreciated. Second snack was “pai tee” which was my second favorite thing of the night. The little cups were filled with cured trout and avocado mousse, and topped with smoked trout eggs. So creamy and rich with good trout flavor without being too fishy. Last snack was the green garlic pillow which was basically a tiny salad in a little puff of some kind, had crème fraiche and pickled green garlic inside and microgreens on top.
The nopales dish was interesting; steamed dungeoness crab with cactus and raspberry (menu says green strawberry but maybe they were out?). Sounds strange but it worked, the raspberry acted almost like a vinaigrette to give a burst of acidity and brightness, and the cactus cracker on top added some crunch.
The sea urchin was okay, best uni I’ve had but that’s not saying much for me. I only ever had it before as sushi and described it then as “salt flavored toothpaste” so I was apprehensive. Flavor was good though, nice and creamy, and the mandarin added some zing to cut through the richness. Didn’t really taste the caviar and it could have used another piece of mandarin in there. Not bad though.
The snap peas were my third favorite; it was literally just peas, caviar, jamon iberico and jamon iberico broth. Could have honestly demolished a whole thermos of the stuff. Caviar felt superfluous, not sure it added much compared to the ham and peas but overall delicious.
The homemade bread and butter was good. The butter was aged in house for 10 weeks so it had an almost cheddar like flavor. The bread was apparently the bread from the movie The Menu, which was hilarious.
Halibut was up next and this was my favorite of the night, could have polished off a full entree size plate of it and it’s totally put me in the mood for making bouillabaisse. Everything was perfect, the fish, the mussels, even the sea beans. And the broth? chefs kiss
Next was abalone and asparagus over a miso risotto followed by asparagus tempura. Delicious, not much more to say. Abalone was very tender and the tempura was crisp and flavorful. They also had little wedges of limequat to squeeze over them.
Wolf Ranch Quail was good, very well cooked, but the real stars were the sauces. One was beet based and was really thick, almost a puree, and the other was a very flavorful tarragon sauce. Good stuff.
The cheese course was our least favorite, which isn’t to say it was bad or anything, just didn’t wow us like everything else. The cheese itself was sort of an espuma with celery root and truffle underneath, but the overall impression when you get a bite with some of everything was “hot wet cheese.” Eh.
Dessert was amazing, they take you upstairs to their chilled wine loft where you can get coffee, sherry, and a blanket. Started with a strawberry granita palette cleanser, then had pistachio “ravioli” which were delightful. The truffle was chocolate mousse inside a chocolate shell molded from a real truffle, I ate it too fast to get a cross section but it was amazing. Last was a selection of mignardises, with cream puffs, bonbons, and berries rolled in mannitol.
Ambiance and service were both impeccable. Had a lovely evening and glad I went! Definitely recommended.

Alright, buckle up because we're diving into why Vancouver's food scene is straight-up legendary. Forget the regular city vibes; Vancouver is a melting pot of flavors, a culinary carnival that beats anything else in North America. Join me on this personal quest to unravel why the combo of Asian influence, Pacific Northwest goodness, and chill dining vibes makes Vancouver the top pick for foodies.
Asian Culinary Delights: Tradition and Creativity Unleashed
Vancouver's streets resonate with the aromas of traditional Asian dishes, prepared with a touch of authenticity that transports you across borders. Picture slurping savory ramen in Chinatown or savoring hand-pulled noodles in a cozy corner of East Van. But what makes Vancouver's Asian food scene truly exceptional is its fusion of tradition with modern creativity.
In this city, innovation meets tradition on a plate. Take, for instance, squid ink brioche with sea urchin pâté – a daring yet harmonious blend of flavors that pushes the boundaries of culinary expectations. Vancouver's chefs are culinary artists, creating dishes that not only pay homage to traditional recipes but also elevate them into extraordinary, palate-pleasing experiences.
And let's not forget the matcha mochi croissants that have taken the city by storm. A fusion of Japanese mochi and French croissants, these delectable pastries are a testament to Vancouver's culinary diversity. Each bite is a dance of textures and tastes, showcasing the city's flair for seamlessly blending cultures and cuisines.
Pacific Northwest's Grocery List: Seafood Galore and More
Living next to the Pacific Ocean is like having a seafood aisle in your backyard. Fresh salmon, sweet Dungeness crab, and chubby spot prawns – Vancouver's seafood game is on point. And let's not forget the local veggies and meats, straight from the region's green landscapes. It's like nature’s way of saying, "Hey, enjoy the good stuff!"
Nature Vibes: Dining with a View
Vancouver's layout is like a dating app for food and nature; they're a match made in heaven. Whether you're brunching in a leafy neighborhood or devouring seafood with an ocean panorama, the city serves up an Instagrammable backdrop for every meal. Picture this: a patio, a breeze, and the scent of fir trees – eating out just got a whole lot cooler.
Neighborhood Chronicles: Culinary Adventures Off the Beaten Path
Downtown is cool, but venture out, and you'll hit foodie gold. Commercial Drive's eclectic spots or Richmond's legit Asian flavors – Vancouver's neighborhoods are like culinary treasure maps. Each area has its own flavor story, tempting you to be the food explorer you were born to be.
Conclusion
Vancouver isn't just a city with good food; it's a food fiesta waiting to happen. The Asian vibes, the Pacific Northwest's goodies, and the city's chill connection with nature make dining here a full-blown experience. Vancouver isn't just North America's food champion; it's a vibe, a journey through flavors, and a big, fat stamp on your foodie passport. So, next time you're craving a culinary adventure, Vancouver's got your back, fork, and knife.
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