Month: June 2015

Marketplace Events announces Western Canada’s Next Home Stylist finalists

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Marketplace Events announces Western Canada’s Next Home Stylist finalistsWinner will launch into stardom at home and design shows in  Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton  And then there were three. Marketplace Events, producer of the Vancouver Home + Design Show, today officially announced the trio of finalists vying for the title of Western Canada’s Next Home Stylist, in partnership with Urban Barn and Western Living. … Read more

La Vie a Paris: Parisian Living in Vancouver featuring Faubourg, Joue Design and PAPYRUS

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Summer is nearly upon us, and naturally, we’re daydreaming of escaping the city. We may not be privy to the hustle and bustle of L’Avenue des Champs Élysées, but thanks to Faubourg, Joue Design and PAPYRUS, we’re able to enjoy authentic Parisian living right here in Vancouver. From original watercolour throw pillows to delicate, artisanal macarons, these handcrafted, Parisian-inspired goods will transport … Read more

#TasteofThursday Yellowfin Tuna Crudo recipe from Chef Alex Chen of Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

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Yellowfin Tuna Crudo Tuna: 1.5 lbs sashimi grade yellowfin tuna Cut into 16: 2.5 inch by 0.5 inch slices   Tonnato Sauce: Ingredients: 1 can of high quality canned tuna packed in olive oil (local Italian deli) 1 cup extra virgin olive oil Heart of one bunch of celery 1 medium shallot 1 medium garlic … Read more

Le Creuset Debuts New Dinnerware Range in a Rainbow of Colours

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Entertain your sense of style with this colourful and fun for all seasons collection   Le Creuset is pleased to introduce their brand new colourful range of dinnerware just in time for summer and outdoor entertaining season. This new collection of tactile, durable and beautiful pieces adds the ideal finishing touch to every meal and comes … Read more

Naramata Spring Release 2015

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    There are so many outstanding wineries on the Naramata Bench that it took two floors of Vancouver’s Terminal City Club to host their spring release event. Twenty-four wineries were in attendance including Poplar Grove, Monster Vineyards, Lake Breeze, Terravista, Deep Roots, La Frenz, Perseus, Kettle Valley, Serendipity, Howling Bluff, Upper Bench, Elephant Island, … Read more

Celebrate the start of summer with the wineries of the Westside Wine Trail

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 Sip into Summer   The Westside Wine Trail invites visitors to celebrate the summer season with them on June 6th during their ‘Sip into Summer’ event. This summer event is in its third year and is part of the ‘Sip Series’ events that wine trail wineries host.   Take a self-guided tour of the Westside Wine Trail on Saturday, June … Read more

Wine Wednesday Reviews by Sam_WineTeacher

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2011 Horizon (Bordeaux blend) Wild Goose Okanagan Falls, BC $18.00 Bronze Medal Horizon is a blend of 55% Reserve Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Petite Verdot. Garnet red in colour with deep intensity. A delicate, layered nose showing aromas of earth, plum, cassis, leather, spice and smoke. Good balance with medium plus body. Pleasing … Read more

DOWNTOWN BHANGRA SPECIAL HEADLINER: DELHI 2 DUBLIN

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The City of Bhangra Festival is throwing a backyard party for the entire city this week featuring one of Vancouver’s biggest fusion bands: Delhi 2 Dublin. Presented by the Vancouver International Bhangra Celebration Society (VIBC) in partnership with Zee TV Canada, this all out dance and music celebration is well underway and not over yet, … Read more

Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship Foundation announces TD as Presenting Sponsor

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The Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship Foundation is excited to announce TD‘s support of the Foundation’s 2015 culinary arts competition and fundraising dinners series taking place across Canada. TD, a leading provider of financial services in Canada, confirms its position as Presenting Sponsor for 2015, joining forces with other sponsors including Gordon Food Service Canada and Le Creuset Canada. “We are elated … Read more

DAD’S DAY DINNER, COOKING CLASSES & MORE

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MONDAY, MONDAY Starting in June, Wild Rice will be open on Mondays for the summer. Kick start your week with our Monday Taco and Tequila Special for only $6. Taco flavour will change every Monday.FATHER’S SPECIAL DAY Treat ol’ Dad to dinner on June 21st. We’re offering a special Prime Rib Dinner with organic AAA Prime Rib of Beef with jus, mashed potatoes … Read more

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