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Bubble Tea in Vancouver
One thing I like the most about Vancouver is how diverse it is.
There are many people with different cultures and backgrounds. But of course,
when there are different cultures, there must be different kinds of food from
all over the world. As a foodie, I’m lucky enough to live in the heart of
downtown so I get to try different stuff every now and then.
I recommend one of my favorite
snack/hangout places in downtown: Bubble World. They opened many different
branches around Vancouver. The branch I like to go to is the one on Robson Street.
If you have never tried bubble tea, then
you NEED to try it! It’s one of the most popular drinks in Asia. Bubble tea is
a drink made with iced tea, sweetened milk or other flavorings, and usually
with sweet black “pearls” made from tapioca. It’s a great drink for summer!
They serve so many different flavors of
bubble tea, ranging from milk tea to different types of fruit tea. In the summer, they also have ice
cream, slush, and shaved ice.
I recommend the fruit slush. One of my
favorites is watermelon slush. Unlike some other bubble tea place, this place
uses fresh fruits in the drink. So you can actually taste the real fruit.
Not only that, you can replace your pearls
with all kinds of different jellies. So you can mix and match the drink and
jellies. Try out different combinations and you might find the one that you
like the best!
Also, this location just recently added a food menu! Now you can order
popular night market food items. My favorite snack is the deep fried chicken
and squid tentacles. Never tried squid tentacles before? Don’t worry. There are still a lot of other snacks you can
choose from. They have beef noodles, fried rice, etc.
This place is also a great hangout place
with your friends. There is a small arcade machine where you can play games on.
The reason why I like this place is because
It tastes just like the ones they have back home. I’m really glad how I can
still be having food from my home country even when I’m In Vancouver. And that is
one reason why I love Vancouver!
Other great bubble tea locations:
Vancouver:
- 1325 Robson St, Vancouver
- 3377 Kingsway, Vancouver
- 6260 Fraser Street, Vancouver
Burnaby:
- 8888 University Drive, Unit MBC 2282, Burnaby
- 4300 Kingsway, Burnaby
Richmond:
- #1136, 8328 Capstan Way, Richmond
Surrey:
- 137, 10090 152nd St, Surrey
Coquitlam:
- 555 North Rd. Coquitlam
New Westminster:
- 601 Agnes Street, New Westminster
- Lu
Summer Activities in Vancouver
Vancouver is a beautiful city. It is beautiful in autumn, in winter, and in spring. But in the summertime, Vancouver's beauty shines as bright as the summer sun. Since summer is the only time of the year that Vancouverites get more sunny days than rainy ones, it is the time to go out and enjoy the city's beauty. The following is a list of fun things to do to make the most out of your summer in Vancouver.
Watch the Celebration of Light
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Grouse Grind
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Picnic or Camp by the Lake
Summer is the only time of the year that Vancouverites get to experience more sunny days than rainy ones, so this is the perfect time to go outside and enjoy the sun with the people you love. Take advantage of it by having a picnic with your friends or camping with your family. Greater Vancouver Area is home to a lot of breathtaking lakes which are ideal spots for picnicking, camping, and other fun outdoor activities. If you are not sure which lake to visit, this list might help!
Go to the Beach
Vancouver is blessed to have beaches that are just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. If you find yourself a little bit too overwhelmed by the city life and want to de-stress, enjoying the sun by the beach will help! If you like playing sports, Vancouver beaches also have spaces for badminton, volleyball, Frisbee, and other sports! Check out the Vancouver Parkboard's website to know which beach best matches what you want to do!
Bike Around the Seawall
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The Fair at the PNE
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| Image Source: Raul Pacheco-Vega |
Attend Free Outdoor Movie Events
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| Image source: Yaletown BIA |
Shop at Night Markets
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We only have a little over a month of summer left (I know, time flies so fast!), so make the most out of it!
Sean
Some Cheescake?
It’s almost summer
time! What does that mean? The days are longer, and the nights are
shorter. Temperatures are going to rise,
and we’re all going to be on our shirts and shorts. More time to go out!
What’s fun to do
during the summer? There’s this little café my friends and I go to called
Cheesecake Etc. What’s so special about it is that they open at 7:00 pm and
close at 1:00 am. They have a piano and sometimes musicians play on it. But
that’s not the main attraction. This place has the best cheesecakes in town!
They offer a variety of cheesecakes (there’s regular ones, chocolate ones, and
many more) that you can treat yourself too. They also offer a variety of
delicious hot drinks that can accompany your cheesecake. (Check out the menu at their website!)
Did I mention the ambiance of the place
is dim and fancy-like?
Where is it
located? It’s not far from downtown. The café is along Granville and 6th
Ave W. If you have a date and you don’t
know where to go, Cheesecake Etc. is a place to go. If you don’t have a date,
then go with your friends!
Have a nice day!
Jose
