One of the most popular events of The Deighton Cup is back, and it’s adding a modern twist to a traditional – and in its day, revolutionary – cocktail. The 4th Annual Cocktail Jockey Mixology Competition, presented by Bulleit Frontier Bourbon, will get guests shaken and stirred as 14 of the BC’s top bartenders compete … Read more
Durable, fashion-forward and environmentally-responsible children’s clothing, designed and made in Vancouver, BC Redfish Kids proudly launches their Summer 2016 Collection, inspired by vibrancy of summer – fresh produce at the farmers market, playing barefoot in the lush green grass, plunging into a brilliant blue lake; nature at its finest. Every item in the 35 … Read more
Hats off to Liberty Wines! Liberty has been organizing outstanding events to support charities in the Vancouver community since 1993. We get to indulge in fine wine, food and great conversation, featured vendors get a focused audience for their products and most importantly local charities benefit with some extra dollars. Last Thursday MyVanCity attended … Read more
One night, 35 dinner parties. Where will you dine on August 10th when Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter present Les Dames Summerdine ? Summerdine is an evening of fabulous food and glorious wines unfolding on one night only at restaurants, wineries, cooking schools and culinary venues across the province. The event benefits Les Dames Scholarship … Read more
‘Let the Beet Drop’ Cocktail This cocktail combines the smoky flavour of mezcal with the earthy taste of the beet juice. With the sweet and spicy blend of the Blood Orange Shrub infused with Thai chillis, this cocktail is a vibrant alternative to a classic margarita. Ingredients: 1.0 oz Los Siete Misterios Mezcal 0.5 … Read more
Oyama has convenient and delicious culinary options to complement summer. * FIREWORKS – Fitting pairings for the national displays: o July 23 – the Netherlands – Dutch smokie & Goudabrat o July 27 – Australia – Lamb bratwurst with Australian Shiraz & Lamb Prosciutto o July 30 – USA – Texas Bison bratwurst & Kansas … Read more
Kohlrabi Taco, Pork Shoulder Galbi, Almond Saam, Pickled Apricot Makes 24-30 bite sized tacos. Kohlrabi INGREDIENTS: 2 – 3 Large kohlrabi METHOD: Peel and slice thinly on mandolin into thin rounds, about 2mm thick. Season lightly with 0.5% salt, and squeeze out moisture. Set aside. Pork Shoulder INGREDIENTS: 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar … Read more
Enjoy lively West End festivals and get the best seats in the city this season Summer in the city is a special time for Vancouver’s vibrant West End. The neighbourhood comes alive with an explosion of colour on the streets – and in the sky – for the Celebration of Light fireworks festival and … Read more
Delight in lakeside luxury during Whistler’s world-class food & drink festival November 11-13, 2016 Marking its 20th anniversary, Whistler’s Cornucopia returns with two weeks of food and drink themed events, seminars and dinners taking place November 9-20, 2016. Nita Lake Lodge is the place to be for opening weekend with a trio of Sip & … Read more
A vertical wine tasting is when you taste several vintages of a given wine from a given winery to see how the wines have changed and developed. Understandably, it is a rare opportunity that few get to experience. The members of the BC Wine Appreciation Society got that opportunity recently when Jeff and Niva … Read more