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Restaurant Hall Of Fame
Emad Yacoub inducted into the Ontario Hospitality Conference 'Hall of Fame 2023'. Thank you to the Ontario Hospitality Conference for this incredible recognition, and to all those who have been part of my journey. Together, we will continue to elevate the world of hospitality.
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Chef Alex Kim Finishes Second on Top Chef Canada
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Glowbal Group announces plans for massive new downtown Vancouver restaurant concept.
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@coastrestaurantyvr is releasing their BUY UP BEFORE THE TIMES UP DEAL starting this Wednesday! This menu will be available for purchase from May 7th to 11th (or until sold out)
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Halibut season has officially arrived at @coastrestaurantyvr and we had the most unforgettable evening celebrating it in style!
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Caught fresh daily and straight into the kitchen, local chefs at a number of restaurants have whipped up some amazing halibut features.
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Kick off halibut season at Coast 🐟 In addition to nightly features that showcase the freshest daily catch, they have also added halibut to their happy hour menu. Delish!
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Halibut season has arrived officially @coastrestaurantyvr and we had a wonderful intimate tasting of what you can expect and also some of the items will be available for happy hour!
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Join Lobster Nights @coastrestaurantyvr, a luxe 3-course lobster feast for just $75, available every day in March!
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Only available until the end of March 🏃♀️ @coastrestaurantyvr has Nova Scotia Lobster Mania every night! Enjoy one appetizer, one entree, and dessert for $75.
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For a limited time for the month of March, you can have a luxurious 3 course lobster meal for $75 per person.
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BITE OF BURNABY IS BACK UNTIL MARCH 31 WITH OVER 65 PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS
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Spot prawn season has arrived in Vancouver, and several local restaurants are celebrating with fresh features that embody West Coast flavours
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Mates on Crates featuring Dennis Peckham, Corporate Executive Chef for Glowbal Restaurants Group!
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Alex Kim Wins the 2025 Canadian Culinary Championship
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FEATURE MEDIA
Restaurateur of The Year
Emad Yacoub's vision for innovation, employee engagement and community work elevates Vancouver's Glowbal Restaurant Group to acclaim.





