We're doing react content now: What did we think of the 2026 Van Mag Awards? Who was snubbed? Who deserved the w's? Find out in this Battle Royale with Cheese exclusive by pressing play on this podcast. And! We go grab bag mode and share some thoughts about the lovely tasting menu and drinks at Gary's and talk about some favourite eats from recent trips to Mexico City and New York City.

And! There were a few more food and non-food-related topics. Enjoy, and thanks for listening.

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Nomo Nomo is one of Vancouver's most hyped restaurants, and honestly, it has it all. A creative, tightly focused cocktail program. Incredible izakaya-style snacks. And to top it all off, a rare (for Vancouver) intimate vibe with 26 seats. We won't bury the lede - we loved everything about Nomo Nomo. Listen to find out why, what dish earned a full 5/5 chicken wings, and what Jill and Brian are manifesting for the next year.

Other Vancouver restaurants discussed: Folietta, Selene Aegean Bistro, Pourhouse

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If SAY HEY CAFE, Vancouver's premiere sandwich destination, can't get a bib gourmand designation from Michelin, what are we even doing here. Those tires don't know what's up. We return from hiatus with a love letter to Say Hey, their famous meatball hoagie, chef and owner Lina Caschetto, and the kinds of sandwiches that make life worth living. Are you a Doofer? Do you yearn for the Hot Vickie?

We also chat a little about newcomer KAVITA and city mainstay VIJ'S. One really impressed! One didn't.

Next restaurant up: NOMO NOMO.

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