Vancouver is famous for its sushi and rain.
But when it comes to clam chowder, our cousins down south in Seattle & San Francisco have always had the upper hand.
That’s about to change—at least for two weekends—thanks to a brand new pop-up called Jack’s Chowder.
It’s brought to you by the lovely owners behind Shameless Buns, Matt and Corvette.
Known for their fun, cheeky takes on Filipino cuisine, the Shameless Buns duo is back with a new project that’s aiming to put Vancouver on the clam chowder map.
The story behind Jack’s Chowder is one of love and nostalgia – inspired by road trips down the coast and visits to the shakiest of chowder shacks.
“We’ve often wondered why Vancouver doesn’t really have a New England Clam Chowder spot, so we thought, why not create one? Jack’s Chowder pays homage to those seaside afternoons…with the lingering aroma of ocean funk and a good bowl of clam chowder.”
Jack’s Chowder promises all the essentials: creamy New England-style clam chowder served in a sourdough bread bowl, topped with bacon from Crack On food truck, and drizzled with lobster oil for an extra touch of luxury.
Matt and Corvette are pulling out all the stops, including importing oyster crackers from the States.
The pop-up will also feature a grown-up take on the classic Filet-O-Fish sandwich, Dill Pickle Popcorn Shrimp, Salt & Vinegar Fries, and their house-made pickles with tangy tartar sauce.
You can find the pop-up running at the Shameless Buns shop on Fraser Street for just two weekends—September 6-8 and September 13-15.
If the event goes well, there’s a chance that Jack’s Chowder could become a more permanent fixture, bringing some serious clam chowder energy to Vancouver’s food scene.
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Address: 5772 Fraser St. Vancouver BC