May 18, 2023 edition - The perfect way to cool down

Hi ETC family!

It’s finally HOT out there, and we hope y’all are enjoying the sun. Remember to wear your sunscreen and stay hydrated!

In this week’s newsletter, we will feature a new local foodie as well as some bubble tea spots in town.

Are you a bubble tea fan or know someone who enjoys them? If so, please forward this newsletter with them!

We are still seeking local foodies who are interested in being featured in our newsletter. If you are one, or know of one, simply send us an email at [email protected].

Stay awesome,

– Tina & the ETC Team

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5 spots to try right now

🍳 Brisk Cafe: Try a perfectly authentic Persian breakfast

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

🍷 One Sixty Wine Bar & Cafe: The newest cocktail spot in town

🍛 Spice Art Indian Cuisine: THE place to go for Indian

😋 Maria’s Homestyle Perogies European Deli: The name says it all

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

What's new

Foodie Feature: Zee’s Charcuterie (@zeescharcuterie)

The Tri-Cities are full of great places to eat, so it’s no surprise that there are a whole bunch of folks who are highlighting the local food and drink scene.

In our Foodie Feature series, we’re putting the spotlight on Instagram influencers, restaurant owners, food bloggers, and more so our subscribers can get an intimate, in-depth look at the best that Tri-Cities cuisine has to offer.

This week’s featured foodie: Aziza, AKA Zee’s Charcuterie.

Sponsored by Brewery & The Beast

Brewery & The Beast, the ultimate summer festival of meat, beer, and music, is back!

Tickets for Brewery & The Beast are your all-inclusive pass to the best chefs and meat-centric dishes in the city, along with craft beer, cider, wine, cocktails, live music, and more!

Visit BreweryAndTheBeast.com for ticket sales, lineup, and information!

What people are talking about:

• Sushi recommendations

• Float 30 menu

• Indian restaurant spots

• Egg, dairy, gluten, and nut allergy eats

• IBEX Cafe review

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Featured

7 highly rated bubble tea cafes in the Tri-Cities

There’s likely no other type of drink out there as ambiguous as bubble tea.

Is it a drink or a dessert? Is it tea or an entirely different beverage in and of itself? To add tapioca pearls, ditch tapioca pearls, or choose an entirely different topping altogether? There are so many questions to consider, but one thing is undoubtedly clear: There’s no other drink out there that is as fun—and customizable—as bubble tea.

Here are some of the most highly-rated bubble tea shops in the Tri-Cities, serving everything from traditional black milk tea to more avant-garde flavour combinations for the bold and adventurous.

News

🎉 SAKU opens: SAKU on Clarke and Como Lake had its soft launch May 12, with a grand opening slated for Friday, May 19.

🍅 Farmers markets: Here’s what you need to know about the Tri-Cities farmers markets for the summer season.

Events

🍗 BC Highland Games & World Music Festival: Try out some food vendors, enjoy some music, and cheer on the participants of the highland games from June 16 to 18.

🍞 Make your own sourdough: Learn how to make some seriously delicious sourdough loaves at this cooking class on June 3.

Deals

🍕 Saturday Sampler: As part of Me & Ed’s daily deals, you can sample any two of its small pizzas for $36.

🍷 ½ off wine: Cactus Club Cafe offers half-price bottles of wine every Tuesday and Wednesday at most locations.

Job postings

🍕 Marketing coordinator: Metro Pizza Factory is hiring a full-time marketing coordinator who will prepare brochures, newsletters, and other marketing material.

🍔 Server: JOEY Coquitlam is hiring a full-time server with 1-3 years customer service experience and Liquor Service certification.

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

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