June is Rosé month and Wines of Provence kicks-off this celebration with a free tasting of Provence Rosés at the 39th & Cambie Signature Liquor Store (5555 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC) on Saturday, June 3 from 2-5pm. This free tasting features Wines of Provence Rosés from appellations including Côtes de Provence, Côteaux Varois en Provence and Côteaux d’Aix-en-Provence. Provence-inspired canapés will be provided by … Read more
When I tell anyone that I’m a chef, they will sometimes come back with this line…“With all of the cooking you do for work, do you really like cooking at home?” My answer is always the same, I don’t like to clean up, but I really do enjoy cooking. This is my zen time. … Read more
Celebrating with beer passport, pig roast & festival pop-ups From humble beginnings, Vancouver Craft Beer Week has become a 10-day extravaganza of local brewing culture. Donnelly Group is excited to again offer a full menu of delicious craft-brewed promotions, events, and features for craft beer lovers and neophytes alike. Donnelly Group celebrations … Read more
TWG Tea, the finest luxury tea brand in the world, celebrates Canada’s birthday with the limited edition Jubilee Tea, commemorating the country’s 150th Jubilee Anniversary from 1867 – 2017. Landscapes of lush green forests of Vancouver Island to the sienna silt shore lines of Newfoundland are beautifully captured in a unique red tea blend … Read more
Sometimes it’s just fun to step out of your comfort zone. That’s exactly what I did not long ago when I accepted an invitation to a media dinner at The Emerald Supper Club. You’d may be surprised, there is a lot more on offer here than the Club vibe, although if that’s your thing … Read more
They came from a land down under and their wines, they did thunder (with apologies to Colin Hay of Men at Work). Yes, the wines of New Zealand rock. They are known around the world for their unique style of gooseberry driven Sauvignon Blanc. Those in the know also look to the Kiwis for … Read more
Food, wine and music events for all: May 26-28 2017 Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country hosts the much anticipated sold-out Half Corked Marathon this May 26-28 but non-runners can still join in the celebrations with long table vineyard dinners, concerts and recovery brunches happening throughout the weekend. Festivities begin with the Primavera Dinner on May … Read more
On Friday, June 23 2017, Hart House Restaurant at Deer Lake will host a special long table dinner featuring the wines of BC’s Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars. Guests will enjoy a four-course dinner al fresco at a shared long table. The event is a perfect opportunity to experience Hart House’s award-winning Pacific Northwest … Read more
Refreshed, rustic-chic space offers craft cocktails and seasonal sips Nita Lake Lodge is thrilled to unveil the re-designed Cure Lounge, which officially re-opened this past weekend. The new space combines architects Scott & Scott’s stripped-back Canadiana-cabin style with interior designer Carolyn Scholz’s subtle and modern vision to create an open-concept space that perfectly captures the … Read more
Josh Adamo of Auberge du Pommier & Andrew Lecky of Langdon Hall carry on to the final competition for a chance at the $10,000 grand prize The Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship is thrilled to announce Andrew Lecky of Langdon Hall and Josh Adamo of Auberge du Pommier as the finalists of 2017’s Toronto Regional Heat. … Read more