As autumn fog rolls in and the leaves create a beautiful mosaic along our sidewalks, a small group of us welcomed the crisp air with another edition of Tasting Plates Vancouver in Kitsilano. We began our evening with delightful cups of coffee and desserts from Essentia Café. Presented beautifully and with intention, the light mango … Read more
Have you ever wondered where your food comes from or how it’s produced? How does that pork roast get on your plate? Who raises the pigs? What kind of life do they have? Living in the city, it’s not commonplace to see farm animals grazing through grassy fields, but drive out into the Fraser Valley … Read more
Christine Friend is a professional decorator with a simple philosophy: a beautiful space is dependent on the people who use it, not on how much it costs. Influenced by contemporary classic designs, Christine embraces vibrant pieces and palettes that add a sense of fun and originality to a space, all while maximizing functionality. By taking an … Read more
Would a roast turkey by any other name taste so good?’ It does when it’s called ‘le dinde’ – the French name for our iconic celebratory bird. With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, people are starting to think about the annual groaning board of turkey with all the fixin’s. Not everyone has the … Read more
Granite Falls Regional Park is located just a short distance east of Mission on Ridgeview Rd in Deroche. Just follow Highway 7 and look for the sign, just before the turn at Sylvester Road. The suspension bridge is one of three in the lower mainland along with Capilano and Lynn Valley. The Cascade Falls bridge … Read more
Specializing in design for all spaces, Jamie Banfield creates interiors that exude function and beauty. Recently recognized by the National Kitchen and Bath Association as one of the industry’s top 30 Under 30 in North America, Jamie’s work can be seen in residences throughout Western Canada. If you’re planning an interior update, he is the … Read more
EARTHBITES SCHOOL FOOD AND NUTRITION PROGRAM Chef Vikram Vij of Vij’s has joined Vancouver’s top chefs in their quest to teach a series of adult cooking classes to raise funds for EarthBites, a local non-profit initiative that teaches children how to grow and cook their own food. Chef Vikram Vij (Vij’s Restaurant) kicks … Read more
Spook-tacular Experience for the Entire Family Aspiring Witches & Wizards of All Ages Invited to Vancouver’s Hottest Attraction for a Twist on the Ultimate Flying Ride In celebration of Halloween, FlyOver® Canada invites aspiring witches, wizards, and guests of all ages to experience a limited-engagement event, October 16 – November 1, 2015, 4pm – 9pm … Read more
AT THE 15TH ANNUAL WEST COAST WOMEN’S SHOW Tickets Now Available for Western Canada’s Largest Women’s Show Experience Enter to win two tickets! See below for details The West Coast Women’s Show offers the Ultimate Girl’s Weekend, October 16, 17 & 18 at the TRADEX Trade & Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford . With more than 400 exhibiter booths, five stages and a variety of show … Read more
October 22nd marks the commencement of the 23rd annual Surrey International Writers’ Conference, a non-profit writers’ event that provides professional development to both new and novice writers. This year, 54 editors, agents, authors, film makers, and social media gurus from all of the world (including LA and New York, and as far as the UK … Read more