Apr 17

East Van Roasters: Bean-to-bar (and cup) chocolates and coffees with a social mission in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside

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East Van Roasters


Just a short walk from Vancouver, BC’s historic Gastown neighborhood lies East Van Roasters. Situated in the city’s Downtown Eastside neighborhood, the airy facility fills the surrounding blocks with a nutty, toasted scent. The recently…

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Mar 28

BETA5 Chocolate: Vancouver-based pastry chef Adam Chandler on why his team’s recipes are reaping the awards and crowds

Posted in: cacao, caramels, Chocolates, desserts, easter

BETA5 Chocolate


When CH was in Vancouver, BC for TED week, a friend’s recommendation resulted in a pitstop at the BETA5 chocolate and pastry shop. While it’s a bit out of the way in an industrial area,…

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Nov 19

Soma Chocolatemaker: Canada’s premier chocolatier offers single-origin decadence and seasonal creations

Posted in: cacao, chocolatiers, whitechocolate

Soma Chocolatemaker


There’s something about cold weather and comfort food that go hand-in-hand and any excuse to enjoy more chocolate is a welcome one, so it was a pleasure to indulge in some of the best from Toronto’s …

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