WinOne of my favorite wines to pour with appetizers or salads or even a main course like roast chicken is Sauvignon Blanc. This gorgeous Santa Carolina Reserva is one of the best white wine buys I’ve had this year. If I had tasted this blind I would’ve thought it was from New Zealand. It has … Read more
With the countdown to Christmas in full swing, it’s time to treat yourself and your loved ones to Faubourg Paris‘ divine collection of festive delicacies. From sweet hostess treats to scrumptious stocking stuffers, there’s every reason to indulge this holiday season. A classic French Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a traditional Bûche de Noël … Read more
Do candy canes, air fresheners and cheap novelty toys have your stocking feeling more snubbed than loved? Bring excitement (and a touch of whimsy) back to the storied stocking this Christmas with PAPYRUS’ unparalleled collection of proprietary and carefully curated brands, including art, fashion accessories, stationery and home décor. From fun, coloured crafts for the … Read more
Dress for Success Vancouver is a community empowering women into the workforce by providing them with professional attire, career services and skills development programs. Please consider supporting one woman through our programs by giving on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014. www.dfsvancouver.org GivingTuesday is a new Canadian movement to give back, to support causes you believe in … Read more
This is the best wine buy I’ve found since launching CheapandCheerful.ca this year. Full credit to Anne B. who tipped me off on the amazing bargain wines of Grey Fox winery. I shared this California Cabernet Sauvignon with some friends to get a variety of opinions and the response was unanimous. Smooth and soft with a … Read more
Local Vancouver charity will provide 600 Christmas hampers to single moms this December and complete funding for Downtown Eastside subsidized housing The holiday season is a time to celebrate with loved ones and to also give back to those less fortunate, especially people in need right here in our local community. This Christmas, … Read more
Okanagan Crush Pad journeys into deliciousness with launch of first exclusive wine for BC VQA stores called Route 97. The colourful labels depict iconic symbols of the Okanagan while the wines celebrate the diverse offerings of our land; a delicate aromatic cool climate white from the north and a fruit forward, robust red from the south. … Read more
While interior design may deal exclusively with, well, interiors, looking to the latest in exterior architectural design can also prove influential inside the home. Taking after recent architectural innovations that are changing the way we imagine building and construction around the globe, MOE’S Home Collection’s proprietary collection is inspiring a new approach to interior and décor … Read more
Mussels and White Asparagus – Chef Paul Moran Yum! This dish sounds absolutely delicious, doesn’t it? Thanks to Chef Paul Moran, for coming up with this recipe that highlights fresh, local BC ingredients. I’m thinking this needs something relatively light, crisp and refreshing. Sauvignon Blanc is always a good choice for seafood or with vegetables … Read more
THE VINES ARE PICKED, GRAPES ARE CRUSHED AND WE’RE ANTICIPATING ONE LUSCIOUS HOLIDAY SEASON! As the weather turns from balmy to crisp, the days go from long to short, and frost kisses the vines, it’s easy to get excited about the upcoming holiday season. One of our favourite parts about Fall is when the fruit … Read more