The Nosh
A weekly show about the people, places and issues behind what we eat and drink. Hosted by Anya Levykh.
Episodes
Episode 110: Meeru Dhalwala & The Joy of Feeding
Anya chats with Meeru Dhalwala, co-owner of Vij’s and founder of the Joy of Feeding about sustainable and social eating, UBC Farm, and celebrating local.
Episode 109: Blasted Church Vineyards
Anya speaks with Evan Saunders, winemaker at Blasted Church Vineyards in Okanagan Falls, about wine, terroir, the new Chardonnay, cheeky labels and more.
Episode 108: Wild Salmon Festival
It’s peak summer, which means it’s also peak salmon season. Wild salmon is everywhere and this coming weekend, the Wild Salmon Festival is taking place at False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf and chefs Darren Clay and Julian Bond are here to talk salmon, sustainable fishing, and more.
Episode 107: Michelin Comes to Vancouver, Part 2
Last week we heard about how Michelin came to Vancouver and what we can expect from the guide in its first year here. This week, we speak with industry veteran James Iranzad of Gooseneck Hospitality and food writer and judge Lee Man about what this means not only for the restaurant industry here, but also for diners, as well as potential pros and cons.
Episode 106: Michelin is Coming
Vancouver went into a tizzy a few weeks ago when it was announced that the famed Michelin Guide would be coming to the city later this fall. But what does this mean for restaurants, hotels and the industry? Anya speaks with Royce Chwin from Destination Vancouver to hear how we got to this point and what we can expect.
Episode 105 – New Wave Chinese Cuisine
There’s a new wave of young, talented chefs reimagining Chinese cuisine and Vancouver’s Chinese Restaurant Awards is showcasing some of their ideas at a series of dinners starting later this summer. Anya chats with Chinese Restaurant Awards founding judge Lee Man and chef Eva Chin about the tastes to come, the evolution of Chinese cuisine in Canada, and the changing meaning of authenticity.
Episode 104: Christine Coletta of Okanagan Crush Pad
In quiet Summerland, a small crush pad has achieved big things and bubs with its wines.
Episode 103: Ice, Ice Baby
The art of cocktails has come a long way from the Cosmopolitan and one of the key ingredients to any cocktail is ice, ice, baby. Anya speaks with Jay Browne of Kodama Ice Co. about cocktails, ice cubes (and spheres) and Vancouver’s bar scene.
Episode 102: State of Play – Robert Belcham and Cook’s Camp
Anya speaks with Robert Belcham, industry veteran and founder of Cook’s Camp, an initiative designed to help hospitality workers navigate the challenges of the industry.
Episode 101: Foxtrot Vineyards & Wayward Distillery
Anya speaks with Nathan Todd of Foxtrot Vineyards on the Naramata Bench about their world-class Pinot Noirs and later, with Dave Brinacombe of Wayward Distillery on Vancouver Island.
Episode 100: Painted Rock Winery
After a couple years that included a global pandemic, floods, fires and a heat dome, BC’s wineries are starting to return to a semblance of what you might call normal. And, on the Skaha Bench, a relatively new sub-appellation in the Okanagan, one winery is pushing the boundaries of wine making and marketing.
Episode 99: Suyo Peruvian & Manna Delivery
A new Peruvian restaurant will soon open in Mount Pleasant and a plant-based meal delivery service uses a talented team of chefs to create meals that even the most carnivorous can enjoy.
Episode 98: Steveston Spot Prawns & Craft Beer
The Steveston Spot Prawn & Seafood Festival is running its inaugural event and craft beer is being celebrated once again in Vancouver this summer with an exciting outdoor event.
Episode 97: Shelter Point Distillery & Top Drop Wine Fest
A small distillery on Vancouver Island is putting Campbell River on the international spirits map and in Vancouver, a popular small wine event that focuses on terroir-driven wines is back after a two-year hiatus.
Episode 96: Five Sails Reborn & Spot Prawn Fest
Five Sails Restaurant at The Vancouver Convention Centre has been taken over by Glowbal Group Restaurants, with a revived focus on sustainable seafood. And May marks the return of one of Vancouver’s most popular food events, the annual Spot Prawn Festival.
Episode 95: Monte Creek Winery & Return of Wine Fest!
The region around Kamloops has a growing wine presence and Monte Creek Winery is helping define its terroir and taste. And, after a pandemic-induced hiatus, the Vancouver International Wine Fest is back this May and we’ve got all the details.
Episode 94: Well Seasoned & Doughnut Renaissance
For those who think good food ends at the City of Vancouver boundaries, think again. Langley has been serving gourmet eats and supplies for well over a decade at Well Seasoned and later, Hanna McLean from Daily Hive joins to discuss the resurgence of the divine doughnut, in all its fried, baked and creamy forms.
Episode 93: Baked at The Bench & Brewery and the Beast
Easter is almost upon us, but we don’t need an excuse to talk about baked goods, Paris and chocolate, right? And a popular—and carnivorous—festival is coming back to Vancouver, Victoria and Calgary this summer.
Episode 92: Singaporean Eats, Curry Cups & Fam Jams to Feed Kids
A new restaurant brings Singaporean flavours to Chinatown, an action-packed and friendly competition sees local chefs cooking up curry and a virtual Fam Jam is helping to feed hungry kids.
Episode 91: Hanai, Elephant & Reservations for Good
In East Van, the talented team behind Dachi has partnered up with some new talents to open two new and rather distinct restaurants. And, some restaurants are battling Vancouver’s infamous no-show diners with a reservation program that also does good for the community. Vincent Nguyen of Anh and Chi and James Iranzad of Bells & Whistles and Bufala Pizzeria tell us more.
Episode 90: Vancouver Patios & Persian Dining
The latest city fracas revolves around the temporary patio program, but there are some welcome updates for restaurants, bars and cafes looking to take advantage of the gradually improving weather, and, as Nowruz approaches, Anya speaks with chef/owner Bardia Ilbeiggi of Delara Restaurant in Kitsilano about Persian food and cocktails and all the delicious things.
