If you’re craving a traditional French meal, but unable to afford a last-minute plan ticket to Paris, look no further than Absinthe, The Drive’s premiere, family-owned French bistro. Chef Cory Pearson trained with Michelin-starred chefs in Paris before returning to Vancouver, his hometown, to satisfy local tastebuds. The menu is seasonal and fixed-price. You’ll spend $30 to $40 for a selection of French standards like duck confit, tuna tartar and crème brulee.