June 1, 2023 edition - Summer. Is. Here.

Hi ETC family!

Sunshine! Cocktails! Patio season is upon us!

Who is excited to soak up some sun and sip on your favourite summer drink?

With patios slowly opening up, we have so many exciting articles coming your way, so be sure to share this newsletter with your family and friends.

As always, remember to send us your favourite local foodies. If you are a foodie, send us an email at [email protected] so we can feature you in our next newsletter.

Stay awesome,

– Tina & the ETC Team

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5 spots to try right now

🍳 Cafe Dorothy: You HAVE to try the breakfast platter

🧀 Zee’s Charcuterie: These charcuterie boards are absolutely gorgeous

Kim’s Cafe: Korean fusion + brunch = winning combo

🍷 On & Off Kitchen + Bar: This place has some serious ambiance

🍕 Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria: For when you’re craving an authentic ’za

Know a great place we should add here? Reply back and let us know!

WHAT’S NEW

Ramengers feat. Smoking Pig is deliciousness in a bowl

Sometimes there’s nothing to make you feel better than a steaming hot bowl of ramen.

Ramengers feat. Smoking Pig is the perfect spot to get that fix. The Coquitlam restaurant is heralded for its one-of-a-kind ramen and accompanying Korean bites, offering everything from smoked pork to fried dumplings to honey garlic chicken; and that’s not even touching on the ramen.

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Who has the best donair in the Tri-Cities?

Doner kebab, that big slab of seasoned meat cooking on a vertical rotisserie, thinly shaved, and stuffed into a warm pita or piled on top of rice, is a beautiful thing to behold.

Several components must be taken into consideration: the meat, the pita, the toppings, and perhaps most importantly, the sauce. Every donair must be accompanied by that sweet, garlicky drizzle of sauce. It’s an ingredient that helps bring everything together and, according to many connoisseurs, is what will ultimately make (or break) a donair.

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News

🍊 T&T Supermarket opens: The brand new T&T Supermarket at Coquitlam’s 1085 Woolridge St. saw its grand opening this morning at 9am.

🍩 Lee’s Donuts pop-up: Granville Island’s famous donuts are at Lougheed, now until November.

Events

😋 Port Moody Market: A night market will be held at Port Moody’s Site B community and events space this Friday to showcase local vendors.

🍆 Port Coquitlam Farmers Market: The Port Coquitlam Farmers Market will have its first event of the season this Thursday at the Terry Fox Hometown Square on Kelly Avenue.

🥐 Coquitlam Farmers Market: The Poirier Street market happens every Sunday from 9am, at the Dogwood Pavilion Parking Lot.

Deals

🍔 $5 sliders: Snag some $5 sliders at St. James Well Pub during its happy hour from 3 to 6pm daily.

🍺 $5 beer: The Bennett in Port Coquitlam has a $5 beer special during its 2 to 6pm happy hour every day, with a rotating tap for what’s on special.

Job postings

🦪 Barista: Pearl Fever Coquitlam is hiring for a part-time worker (20 hours a week) at $15.65/hour plus tips and discounts on food.

🍣 Sushi chef: Port Moody’s Sushi Modo is hiring for a chef to work 30 to 40 hours a week, with the hope of three to five years of experience working in restaurants.

Hiring in the Tri-Cities? Reply back and let us know and we'll feature your opening next week!

Reel of the week

Local foodie Deanna Woo stopped by Doughnut Love on Como Lake Ave.

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