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Seasonal flavours debut at Vancouver’s Bel Café

Celebrate the holidays with new pastries, comforting classics, and winter-inspired drinks

Vancouver, B.C. (November 14, 2025) – Bel Café, the vibrant downtown eatery helmed by acclaimed Chef David Hawksworth, is delighted to unveil its festive holiday menu. This year’s offerings showcase an inviting selection of pastries, sweets, and winter beverages crafted to bring warmth and cheer to the season. Guests are invited to indulge in nostalgic holiday treats or enjoy a cozy lunch while exploring downtown Vancouver.

Bel Café and Hawksworth Restaurant’s esteemed Pastry Chef, Marissa Gonzalez, has created a delicious trio of Assorted Holiday Cookies featuring Linzer & Raspberry, Ginger Molasses and Vanilla Shortbread ($3.25 each or 12 for $38). Bel’s Traditional Fruit Cake ($25) also returns, brimming with dark rum–soaked dried fruits, citrus zest, and finished with festive marzipan. New this year are several indulgent pastries, including the Mont Blanc Croissant ($7.95) with chestnut and milk chocolate crèmeux, the Gingerbread & Biscoff Cream Puff ($7.25), the Eggnog & Cinnamon Croissant ($7.25), and the refined Pear & Almond Frangipane Tartlet ($7.25). 

In addition to these sweet offerings, Bel Café also highlights two comforting savoury favourites perfect for a mid-day break. The Holiday Turkey Sandwich ($18.00) brings together smoked turkey, brie, cranberry, arugula, and aioli on multigrain for a festive, hearty bite. Guests can also enjoy the beloved Bel Burger ($13.00), stacked with caramelized onions, cheddar, lettuce, pickles, and signature burger sauce on a soft potato bun.

To complement these seasonal treats, Bel Café introduces a trio of winter beverages: the nutty Hazelnut Hojicha Latte ($6.00), the refreshing Peppermint Hot Chocolate ($6.25) topped with mint whipped cream, and the festive Holiday Nog Latte ($6.50) made with house-made plant-based nog, oat milk, fig, and warm spice.

These offerings join Bel Café’s menu of nourishing soups, salads, and gourmet sandwiches — perfect for a festive lunch or a quick holiday break. Crafted with care by Chef Hawksworth and his team, each item reflects the café’s dedication to quality and seasonal inspiration.

Visit Bel Café this holiday season to savour these joyful flavours and enjoy the warm, welcoming atmosphere – whether you’re grabbing a pastry on the go, meeting a friend for a cozy drink, or picking up gifts for loved ones.

Perfect Gifts for Foodies and Friends

Bel Café also offers a range of grab-and-go gifts, including local preserves, nut butters, artisan teas, coffee beans, and Hawksworth: The Cookbook. Gift cards redeemable at Hawksworth and Nightingale are available in store or online at www.belcafe.com.

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About Bel Café

David Hawksworth’s Bel Café combines expertly prepared food and beverages with efficient and friendly service. A selection of ‘ready to go’ items feature fresh baked pastries, gourmet sandwiches, salads, nourishing soups, and delicate desserts. Specialty coffees are custom roasted locally and served by a team of highly trained baristas. Artisan teas, fresh pressed juices, and local lattes are also available. Bel Café is located at 801 West Georgia Street at The Rosewood Hotel Georgia. Bel Café is open from 7am until 5pm Monday through Friday and from 8am until 4pm on weekends. For more information: visit www.belcafe.com or find us on  instagram.com/belcafeyvr and facebook.com/belcafe for seasonal updates. 

Media Contacts: Shea Baker
778.875.3160 | shea@hawksworth.ca

Annabel Hawksworth

604.609.6678 | annabel@hawksworth.ca