Recently I was invited to join a group of bloggers from Western Canada for the chance to drive the vehicles in the fleet of Ford Canada SUVs.The idea was to showcase not only the Ford vehicles but to show the Sunshine Coast in the best light. As they say best laid plans… So what happens … Read more
Last chance: Limited tickets available for EAT! signature events The countdown begins for the 15th annual EAT! Vancouver ( November 6-11) with a sneak peek menu reveal for EAT! Harvest and EAT! Pastry events. Most events are sold out but limited tickets are still available online: http://eat-vancouver.com/ EAT! Harvest (November 10 from 7-10pm): … Read more
Back-to-back evenings showcasing the best of contemporary West Coast interior design The fifth annual Dinner by Design, presented by The Social Concierge, is where Vancouver’s twin passions for fine dining and even finer design come together. Two tasteful and tasty nights (November 16 & 17, 2017) will benefit Interior Design Program scholarships at the … Read more
Vancouver’s own Brad King will be at the Vancouver Baby and Family Fair October 28 & 29 & Vancouver Health Show November 4 & 5 Often inspirational careers can evolve from tragic life events. For Vancouver’s own best-selling author, nutritionist, keynote speaker and business mogul Brad King, his focus on fitness and … Read more
Do you enjoy being scared? Are you unafraid to be turned topsy turvy on rides? Enjoy eating greasy carnival food? Then you have found the right place. Fright Nights at the PNE/Playland. I attended on unlucky Friday, October 13th which was apt. The entrance was shrouded in tombs and scary lighting. The fun begins … Read more
Well, maybe not exactly like having Chef Ned Bell in your kitchen but a close encounter from the Ocean Wise® chef at the Vancouver Aquarium. I love reading cookbooks and #LURECookbook is one fine read. The first thing I noticed is that the list of recipes is right at the front for easy reference. … Read more
Live performances in acclaimed Vancouver restaurant and lounge to highlight local talent Chambar is pleased to announce the launch of a weekly Thursday night live music series called Shadow Sessions. In a city where live venues are increasingly shuttering, Chambar is opening its doors to local artists and performers in an ongoing contribution to Vancouver’s … Read more
H2 Rotisserie & Bar at The Westin Bayshore is feeling generous with a limited time offer that allows customers placing their first online take-out order at https://h2restaurant.com/brunch-on-us/ to receive complimentary brunch. The “Haul it Home” menu, also known as the restaurant’s take-out menu, recently launched online with an ordering system that allows customers to … Read more
Win a copy of Lure by Ned Bell and Valerie Howes by doing any of the following: Follow us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter, Follow us on Instagram Facebook: My Van City Twitter: @myvancity Instagram: @myvancityca I love reading cookbooks and #LURECookbook is one fine read. The first thing I noticed is that … Read more
On a hot and sunny afternoon, I walked into Dunbar’s New District wine shop for a special tasting of Mirabel wines. Twelve years ago, Dawn and Doug Reiner moved from their home in West Vancouver and set out to build their dream home in east Kelowna. At the time the 30-acre property was planted … Read more