Dining Out

The flavors in this hearty potpie come together with a little cream of mushroom soup.

Let creativity be your guide when making widely beloved potpie

March 2, 2022, 6:04am Clark County Life

There’s not too many people out there who don’t love a potpie. At least, I have never met anyone who could resist the combination of buttery pastry and savory filling, usually with chunks of chicken, carrots, potatoes, peas and mushrooms — and sometimes those delectable little pearl onions — in… Read story

Great coffee made better yet with high-quality baked goods at Vancouver cafes

February 11, 2022, 6:02am Clark County Life

Many local coffee shops carefully source their coffee beans and invest in expensive equipment to extract the perfect cup of coffee. These meticulously composed drinks deserve to be paired with a quality baked good. Here are a few coffee shops with the ideal mix of excellent coffee and on-site bakeries. Read story

The Special Combo Pho at Pho Haven uses a carefully prepared bone broth.

Find comfort in a bowl at these Vancouver restaurants

February 4, 2022, 6:05am Clark County Life Subscriber Exclusive

Last week the New York Times reported on an emerging field of dietary study that focuses not just on how food affects weight but the ways it influences mood. It turns out the things we call comfort food don’t actually make us feel better, while seafood, leafy greens, nuts and… Read story

Fleur Chocolatte & Wine is offering the traditional heart-shaped boxes of chocolate for Valentine's Day.

Fleur Chocolatte & Wine opens on Main Street in Vancouver

January 28, 2022, 6:04am Business

Kendra Zern and Kurt Van Orden are preparing for their first Valentine’s Day as a married couple — and as owners of a chocolate shop. Read story

The Cove serves seafood and other dishes. Clockwise from top left are the meatball appetizer; Ora King salmon and prawns; Luna Bella oysters with side sauces; blood orange margarita; chocolate peanut butter pot de creme.

You’ll want to savor every second at The Cove in Vancouver

January 21, 2022, 6:00am Business Subscriber Exclusive

The Cove Restaurant exudes comfort and luxury. This isn’t an accident. When I interviewed father-daughter team George and Gwen Goodrich as they were planning this new business, their focus was on creating a pleasant experience for their guests by emphasizing the gorgeous river view and complementing it with a focus… Read story

Clark County knows its breakfast burritos

Delicious Tacos' breakfast burrito ($9) comes with eggs, chorizo, ham, sausage, hash browns, bacon, sour cream and cheese rolled in a generous but not overwhelming portion.

January 14, 2022, 6:02am Clark County Life Subscriber Exclusive

January food articles typically focus on fulfilling New Year’s resolutions like going vegan or giving up alcohol. This year feels different. As we continue to cope with the lingering pandemic, eating more breakfast burritos might be the best way to start 2022. Read story

2021 brings new restaurants to Clark County that treat dining as an experience

The Sedgwick feels like a speakeasy and serves up shareable items like this falafel scotch egg.

December 31, 2021, 6:02am Clark County Life

The pandemic chaos that upended restaurants settled down over the past year. Although labor shortages and supply chain disruptions continued to plague the industry in 2021, the return of indoor dining created a sense of normality. Read story

Clark County restaurants offer options for reveling on New Year’s Eve

Filet mignon is on the menu for Acorn & The Oak's $150-per-person prix fixe dinners on Dec. 30 and 31.

Several restaurants will host New Year’s Eve gatherings this year, good news for those who are ready to venture out after being stuck at home. Whether you’re an extrovert seeking to show off a glittery gown and fancy face mask, or a parent who can’t find a babysitter, you’ve got… Read story