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Vancouver restaurant sheds steak and frites for more culinary freedom | Daily Hive | Food & Drink
- By Handson rebrands to On The Other Hand By Handson, dropping the steak focus to signal a broader, refined concept.
- The team behind the restaurant, Kyle Lee and Cassidy Nguyen, emphasize storytelling through a chef-style approach to cocktails.
- The venue remains at 847 Denman Street, Vancouver, with updated decor while maintaining its intimate, bar-focused dining room.
- The current menu features seasonal ingredients from local farms and a mix of cuisines inspired by the chefs' experiences.
- A notable dessert option is Everything Caramel, described as a balanced, caramel-forward dish with miso caramel ice cream.
- The restaurant’s cocktail program includes a narrative arc called Her Side, pairing each drink with a themed moment and snacks.
- Executive chef Kyle Lee discusses nostalgic influences, like a sunchoke agnolotti inspired by his father’s memories.
- The venue plans a longer-term, evolving story rather than a standalone reopening, inviting guests to follow the journey.
- On The Other Hand By Handson operates Wednesday to Sunday, starting at 5 p.m., with a menu designed to tell a story through courses.
- The restaurant team aims to highlight the versatility of single ingredients across dishes and desserts.
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