november 05, 2015

Let’s EatC o m o x Va l l e y

T h e o f f i C i a l D i n i n g g u i D e

2016

comoxvalleyrecord.com

E-EDITION ~ available online

Courtenay White Spot2299 Cliffe Avenue(250) 338-8474

Our menu is also available for TAKE OUT

Mexicali Fish Tacos

Introducing 10 delicious new entrées!You can actually taste the lengths we go to for great taste in every White Spot entrée. From Kennebec potatoes, to vine-ripened tomatoes, to wild BC salmon and more, we start with quality ingredients to create that signature White Spot taste. Which is yours to discover in our new menu, featuring 10 delicious new entrées!

– Entry off of Braidwood Rd.)

Open 7 days - see our website for details

WILD MUSHROOM RAVIOLI

BUTCHER PIZZA

1700 Comox Ave., Comox | [email protected]

www.beninogelato.comwww.beninogelato.com

AuthenticItalian-StyleIce Cream,

Gourmet Coffees& Light Lunches

AuthenticItalian-StyleIce Cream,

Gourmet CoffeesGourmet Coffees& Light Lunches

40KnotsWinery | @40KnotsWinery

VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC2400 Anderton Road | www.40knotswinery.com

Supported by the BC Ministry of Agriculture’s Buy Local Program.

LocalDISTINCTLY

COMOX VALLEY

Wine, Wind, and SeaNEW RELEASES!

2014 ZiggyAn inaugural release destined to reach icon status.

2014 Whitecaps A delicate yet complex wine style only found on Vancouver Island.

40KnotsWinery | @40KnotsWinery

VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC2400 Anderton Road | www.40knotswinery.com

Supported by the BC Ministry of Agriculture’s Buy Local Program.

LocalDISTINCTLY

COMOX VALLEY

Wine, Wind, and SeaNEW RELEASES!

2014 ZiggyAn inaugural release destined to reach icon status.

2014 Whitecaps A delicate yet complex wine style only found on Vancouver Island.

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Visit our covered and heated patio

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1760 Riverside Lane - Lower Level - Courtenay, BC At the Old House

Phone: 250-338-6493 www.localscomoxvalley.com

Reservations Recommended Open 7 Days a Week, 11-9 • Brunch 10-2 (Saturday & Sunday only)


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Dine OnceDine Everynight!

It’s yours to experience!

comoxvalleydinearound.com

Dine Once

Feb 18 - Mar 13, 2016

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FAMILY RESTAURANT

Every Sunday 11am-2pm

Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerDAILY 6:30AM -1:30PM 5:00PM-9:00PMRESERVATIONS 250.338.7741

Weeknight5-6:30pmMonday - Thursday

THE WESTERLY HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTRE 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay

FEATURING COURTENAY’S ONLY

FULL MENU featuring West Coast Favourites

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LIVE SPORTS • LIVE MUSICLIVELY FOOD & FUN

FEATURING COURTENAY’S ONLY

FULL MENU featuring West Coast Favourites FULL MENU

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SundayEvery Sunday 11am 2pm

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gorgeous patio dining❖

two cozy � replaces❖

fresh, organic❖

fresh and variedseasonal menu

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open every night at 4:00 p.m.

536 6th Street Downtown Courtenay

Gordita de Res ......................................5 ea. A puffed corn tortilla � lled with shredded beef, onion, tomato, and cilantro Chalupa de Camarones ..........................6 ea. A masa “boat” covered with tomato salsa, shrimp, and pickled cactus paddle Sopa Tarasca .............................................. 7Smooth pinto bean and tomato soup seasoned with ancho chilies, with crispy tortilla strips, aged cheese, and crema

Tacos Dorados de Chorizo y Papas ........... 15Crispy corn tortillas � lled with chile seasoned sausage and potato, topped with salsa verde and aged cheese, served with refried beans and cabbage salad

Tacos de Hongo Portabello ....................... 15Corn tortillas � lled with grilled portabello mushroom, grilled onion, pickled cactus paddle, and tomatillo and avocado salsa, served with black beans

Pollo en Mole Poblano .............................. 19Chicken breast simmered in a sauce of chiles, nuts, seeds, spices and chocolate, with chayote, tortillas, and black beans

Camarones al Ajillo ................................. 20Shrimp cooked in butter with guajillo chile, garlic, cilantro and lime juice, with Mexican rice, zucchini, and refried beans

[email protected]

Guacamole and Chips ............................... 8Avocado with garlic, tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime juice

Tita’s Caesar Salad .................................9Our caesar dressing on romaine with cured pork belly and croutons

Nacho ................................................. 16Fresh made tortilla chips covered in melted cheese, red onion, jalapeno, black beans, sour cream, and pico de gallo

Burritos .............................................. 12A � our tortilla stuffed with cheese (or spinach and chard with garlic for vegans), rice, beans, avocado, pico de gallo, onion, and romaine

add chipotle beef or pasilla chicken .............. 4Churros .................................................7Fresh cooked Mexican doughnuts, dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with chocolate sauce for dipping

SAMPLE MENUChanges Seasonally

TO GO 250-334-8033 ALWAYS AVAILABLE

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Home of the “World Famous”... Cumberland Doughnuts, Hand Rolled

Croissants & Sourdough

250-890-3200 • 221-A Church St.

We are now Licensed and Serving Pizza & Local Beer

Pizza is dine in or take out Made with locally produced meats & cheeses

Home of the “World Famous”...Home of the “World Famous”...


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Croissants & SourdoughCroissants & Sourdough

Open MON-SAT 8am-5pm 2747 Dunsmuir Ave, Cumberland

250-336-2411

Your Neighbourhood Wood Fired Bakery

MON-WED 8-5 • THU-SAT 8-8

Super Simple. Super Healthy.eatmoresprouts.com

Comox Valley, Vancouver Island250.338.4860

just add organic sprouts & greensSUPER

MAKE EVERY MEAL

& Greens Ltd.

Certified by PACS

MAD CHEF CAFE

OPENfor lunch

and dinner.

“insane food with attitude…”

eat in, or take away

‘As featured’ on THE TV SHOW

“You Gotta Eat Here”

444 Fifth Street, Courtenay • 250-871-7622

visit us online at: madchefcafe.netFollow us on

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LUNCH Monday-Friday 11am - 2:30pm DINNER Daily

4:30pm - 9:30pm

DOWNTOWN COURTENAY on 8th St. (Across the street from Shoppers Drug Mart)

250.871.8552

APPETIZERSHumous ....................................... 8chickpeas, tahini, garlic w/ warm pita

Tzatziki ....................................... 8yogurt, cucumber, garlic w/ warm pita

Olive paté ................................... 8greek style pate w/ warm pita

Tarama ........................................ 8classic � sh dip w/warm pita

Spinach Dip ................................ 11cream cheese, roasted garlic, sun-dried tomato and artichoke dip w/ warm pita

Kalamari.................................... 12marinated and breaded greek-style

Saganaki ................................... 10pan-fried goat cheese

Keftedes ...................................... 9aromatic greek meatballs

Zucchini Keftedes ......................... 9fresh herbs and zucchini balls

Spanakopita ................................ 8spinach & feta wrapped in phyllo

Garlic Prawns ............................ 13sautéed in butter and lemon

Dolmades .................................... 9meat & rice wrapped in grape leaves, topped w/ lemon dill sauce

SALADSGreek Salad .................... Sm8|Lg10tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, onions & feta

Marouli Salad .............................. 8� nely chopped lettuce, green onions, dill & capers in a red wine vinaigrette

Caesar Salad ................................ 9with an in-house dressing

ENTREES all entrées served w/ greek salad

Roast Lamb ................................... 11.95slow roasted in special seasonings

1/2 Rack Ribs ............................... 10.95� re-grilled rack of ribs brushed with olive oil & oregano

Vegetarian Moussaka ..................... 11.95eggplant, zucchini, tofu & bechamel

Spanakopita .................................. 10.95spinach & feta pie wrapped in phyllo

Kalamari........................................ 10.95greek-style marinated and breaded

Garlic Prawns ................................ 14.95sautéed with butter & lemon

Keftedes ........................................ 10.95aromatic greek meatballs

Dolmades ...................................... 10.95meat & rice wrapped in grape leaves,

topped w/ lemon dill sauce

Chicken Souvlaki ............................ 11.95marinated boneless thigh skewers

Lamb Souvlaki ............................... 12.95marinated lamb-leg skewers

Tiger Prawn Souvlaki ..................... 14.95� re-grilled prawn skewers

DESSERTSBaklava ................................................ 7walnuts, almonds, phyllo pastry & greek honey

Ekmek .................................................. 7layered light custard, shredded phyllo pastry,

almonds, greek honey & fresh whipped cream

Greek Yogurt ........................................ 6greek yogurt, pistachios & greek honey

LUNCH MENU MAKE YOUR NEXT CELEBRATION

Celebrating a Special Event? We can seat larger groups of people, so why not bring the whole staff, family or all your friends for your seasonal celebration AND make it original, fun and of course, delicious? Just call soon to let us know, and we’ll get things ready for you.

Our traditional Greek cuisine is second to NONE!

Everyone LOVES it!

We have lots of sharable and delectable dishes; pass the pita!

We stock a variety of imported beverages from around the world!

Pricing may be subject to change

Check us out at

on 8th St. (Across the street from Shoppers Drug Mart)

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Healthy, Nutritious & A� ordable LunchesHandcrafted Soups, Salads,Sandwiches, Wraps, Paninis, Sandwiches and more.

What’s for Dinner? GOOD TO GO Grains Own Dinner Toppings

A wide variety of our own Gluten Free Artisan Breads/Sweets

You’re Invited, Linger awhile! 445-10th Street Courtenay, BC • 250-338-0955

ON-LINE COUPONS & SPECIALS: www.grainsbakery.ca

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WELCOME TO KINAREE THAIHOME OF AUTHENTIC THAI CUISINE IN

THE COMOX VALLEY

At Kinaree Thai, we are dedicated to bringing authentic, affordable, healthy and delicious Thai food to our customers in a warm, family atmosphere. Whether you plan on joining us for lunch or dinner, or want to take

advantage of our takeout service, call (250) 898-8639now to make a reservation or place an order.

Open forLunch Monday- Friday • 11:30am -2:00pm

Dinner Monday- Saturday • 5:00pm -9:00pm

526A Cumberland Rd, Courtenay • KinareeThai.ca

LIVEENTERTAINMENT

EVERYFRIDAY NIGHT

We now serve minors 12 years and older when

accompanied by an adult.

DOWNTOWN COURTENAY’S NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB

Check out our website for details

www.billydspub.com

268 Fifth Street, Downtown Courtenay

250-334-8811

DINE-IN OR TAKE-OUT

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FRESHSEAFOODall kinds... all the time!

Downstairs in Petro-Canada Building at Denman Ferry 250-335-1198APRIL - SEPTEMBER OPEN EVERYDAY 9AM - 6PMOCTOBER - MARCH OPEN EVERYDAY 10AM - 6PM

FANNY BAY OYSTERS and so much more...

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Get your local on!

6856 Buckley Bay Rd.

in Fanny Bay at the ferryterminal toDenmanand HornbyIslands

espresso + giftscool + soap + tea

gluten-freesausage

FACEBOOK: FACEBOOK.COM/WEINBERGSFOOD

PH. 250.335.1534 9-6 EVERYDAY

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THE BEST SUSHI in town!

250-703-2156

Sushi, Oriental & much more! Dine In • Take Out • Tatami Room • Licensed

250-703-2156932 Fitzgerald Avenue, Courtenay

Monday to Friday, 11- 9 • Saturday & Sunday 4-9

DOWNTOWN CUMBERLAND | 250-336-8322www.facebook.com/waverleyhotel

WAVERLEYHOTEL

Great FoodIn the

Heart of Cumberland

16 Beers On TapThe Valley’s

Best Live Music Venue

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simplyoutstanding

Downtown Courtenay Since 1993unionstreetgrill.ca

250-897-0081 | 5th StreetGirft cards available

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Located beside Courtenay Airpark and Estuary

2355 Mansfield Drive, Courtenay250-334-4500

www.whistlestoppub.com

AND LIQUOR STORE.

Welcome to the

DAILY SPECIALS HOME of theSTONEGRILL

WE FEATURE

MONDAY@6PM:25¢ Wings & 40¢ Prawns

TUESDAY@5PM:Mexican Night & Dry Ribs

WEDNESDAY@5PM:$6 Burgers

THURSDAY@6PM:25¢ Wings & 40¢ Prawns

FRIDAY@5PM:$16.95 Prime Rib DinnerSATURDAY@5PM:$11.95 Steak & Prawns

SUNDAY:Brunch: 9:30am-1pm

$11.95 Full Rack of Ribs@5pm

THE HOTTESTCONCEPT

IN HEALTHY DINING

Featuring NY Steak Filet Mignon,

Salmon or Halibut

GRILLED AT YOUR TABLE

ALL BEER& SPIRITSat our liquor store ARE ALWAYSAT OR BELOWGOVERNMENT LIQUOR STOREPRICESand we haveNO CHILL CHARGE

Live Entertainment Every Friday & Saturday Night!

Appetizers, Soups, Salads,Steaks, Schnitzels

Sandwiches & BurgersTake Out Available for All Menu ItemsPrices Subject to Change

www.thriftyfoods.com

COURTENAY 660 England Ave • 250.338.1383CROWN ISLE 440 Lerwick Rd • 250.331.5101

www.thriftyfoods.com

Perfect for any occasion, Thrifty Foods in-store party platter specialists offer you an incredible selection of delectable deli, bakery, seafood and sushi platters for pickup or delivery.

Try our Online Reserve & Pickup Service for party platters and gift baskets. You can place your order online, select your pickup time and you’re all set!

Party Plattersand Gift Baskets

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gyros & donairs − Gyros with Tzatziki & Donairs with Sweet SauceBeef and lamb (the most popular) $6.50Beef .......................................................................................$6.50Chicken ...............................................................................$6.50Falafel (vegetarian) ...............................................................$6.50Combo meal (Gyros or Donair, bag of chips, pop) ............$8.25Super Gyros or Donair (double meat) ...................... $11.50Add hummus or feta cheese ...............................$1.00 ea.*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available*Gluten Free Rice Wraps Available(All taxes included in price - Prices subject to change)

Check our website menu for yummy

greek sides dishes

250 -338-2299Debit & Cash

Call for pick-up or delivery!

www.gyroscafe.com

279 Puntledge Rd Courtenay

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Youdeservefreshpizza.

No Everything you want in a pizza. Nothing you don’t.

panago.com

250-218-0321 [email protected] www.cvfm.ca

SAVOUR THE COMOX VALLEY!

APRIL toOCTOBERCV Exhibition

GroundsHeadquarters Road,

Courtenay

OCTOBERto APRIL

NativeSons Hall

Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay

WEDNESDAY MARKET ~ SEASONAL

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Quarterly Contributors: Erin Haluschak, Renee Andor, Terry Farrell, Hans Peter Meyer, Leslie Cox, Sarah Mulligan, Scott Stan� eld and Earle Couper.

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