eating is the hard part

Kimura
3883 Rupert St.
Vancouver, BC
604.569.2198

Omakase is a special word to me. So special that it almost entices me into a dream state of Japanese food. Meaning to entrust, omakase is in simplest terms, allowing the sushi chef to build a custom meal. And while this could become a catch phrase with sushi chefs who end up offering one fixed menu for every diner and labeling it as omakase, it’s about finding an itamae with the skill to build the experience toward your tastes. After all, how can you entrust a complete stranger if they have no idea what you want to eat. Ask questions. Get boundaries. Understand the palate. It’s amazing how much information a well tuned sushi chef can get from his diners by just interacting.

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Campagnolo
1020 Main St
Vancouver, BC
604.484.6018

When Kim came to town earlier this year, we went to Corso 32. After the meal, he suggested we make a visit to Campagnolo on our next Vancouver visit. Being the foodie I am, I started searching before the visit and discovered this restaurant could be very similar in feel and offering. Sounds like Kim had a bit of a comparison in mind if you know what I mean. And as much as I wanted the food to do the talking,  I found it hard not to notice both Corso 32 and Campagnolo share the frosted glass exterior window. I guess the comparisons will start right way. Read more…