The Blackbird & New Oxford to host 4th annual Spot Prawn boils Though Donnelly Group is BC born-and-raised, it’s been won over by Southern culture and it will again celebrate Spot Prawn season with its fourth annual series of Spot Prawn Boil dinners. The New Oxford and The Blackbird Public House … Read more
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival continues its 28th season with The Winter’s Tale. This magical story of jealousy, judgement, love and redemption will light up Bard’s BMO Mainstage from June 8 to September 22. The production is directed by Dean Paul Gibson, who helmed the Festival’s hugely successful A Midsummer Night’s Dream … Read more
2014 Splash River Stone Oliver, BC $18.90 This wine is a blend of Viognier, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer which all bring something to the glass. The wine is pale straw in colour with medium-light intensity. The nose is fruit forward with aromas of tree fruit, stone fruit wet stones and a hint of spice. Good … Read more
Okanagan Falls, nestled between Penticton and Oliver, was known in the late 1800’s as a centre for shipping freight along Skaha Lake and the Kettle Valley Railway. Ranching and fruit growing soon followed. During the mid 1980’s, the region was recognized for its grape growing potential and is now home to 32 vineyards and 15 … Read more
New Oldfield Reserve label marks the beginning of a new era while reflecting a distinctive evolution Tinhorn Creek Vineyards is excited to introduce its new Oldfield Reserve brand, along with a refresh of the Tinhorn Creek varietal series labels. Oldfield Reserve replaces the previous Oldfield Series; communicating an evolution of the brand and reflecting … Read more
Cibo Trattoria has always focused on bringing quality, flavourful Italian cuisine to Vancouver. It has won numerous awards over the years, and consistently evolved to stay on point with Vancouver’s culinary scene. In the last month, we have undergone some exciting changes which we would love to share with you, and look forward to having … Read more
Vancouver Craft Beer Week Announces Complete Calendar of Events for 2017 Festival Craft beer aficionados eagerly anticipating the kickoff of the eighth annual Vancouver Craft Beer Week on May 26, 2017 can now preview the exciting events to come on the festival’s newly launched website. Enthusiasts can drink in the details of each legendary beer … Read more
Landmark 2017/18 Series Showcases Artistry Spanning the Globe – Chan Centre The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC) marks its 20th anniversary with a tremendous 2017/18 concert series, filled with unique collaborations, brand new productions, and much-adored favourites in the Chan Shun Concert Hall. Gospel vocalists … Read more
Starbucks new store celebrates the craft of coffee with an elevated immersive experience The first Starbucks store in Canada opened at the Seabus Skytrain Station in 1987. This humble store was the company’s first international location, and since then Vancouverites have been embracing the Starbucks Experience. With the 30thanniversary celebration comes a new … Read more
Concert celebrating the best of two timeless genres back by popular demand Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir (GNVGC) presents SOUL GOSPEL II, the second concert uniting two influential & inspiring genres, Saturday, June 3, 3pm and 7:30pm at Christ Church Cathedral. Vancouver’s own JUNO-nominated vocalist Warren Dean Flandez lends his dark, rich tone, and silky, smooth falsetto … Read more