Our #FavouriteThings – Tasteful Reading as Gifts

  – Roslyne Buchanan Let’s get straight to it: I’m a book hoarder. I love all kinds of books and take great comfort in being surrounded by them. I guess that’s why I’ve always loved libraries. In my collection, you’ll find dusty old English Literature texts that have joined me through my journeys since school … Read more

Kick off festival season in Penticton BC 2018 Okanagan Fest of Ale ™ Event Tickets Now On Sale

  Tickets to the 23rd Annual Okanagan Fest of Ale Craft Beer and Cider Festival are now on sale.   The 2018 Okanagan Fest of Ale, a favourite of patrons and participants alike for over 20 years, takes place April 13 & 14, 2018in Penticton BC.  The festival is one of the largest, longest running … Read more

Ring in 2018 with one of Yaletown’s favourite eateries

Homer St. Café and Bar launches three-course menu for New Year’s Eve Homer St. Café and Bar Executive Chef Tret Jordan and Head Chef Chris West are pleased to announce a full three-course menu with wine pairings, available for one evening only on Sunday, December 31 from 5:30pm to midnight. Guests can kick the evening … Read more

Winter Holiday Beef Tenderloin recipe – Cibo Trattoria

  Herd-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Parmesan Potato Pave   Yields 4 servings INGREDIENTS:  Four pieces of beef tenderloin (approximately 5 to 6 oz. each) Crust 2 Tbsp. butter 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1/4 bunch parsley 1/4 bunch basil 1/4 bunch rosemary Salt and Pepper 1 tsp. Dijon mustard Potato Pave 6 to 8 peeled russet potatoes, … Read more

Our #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions from Roots

  The littlest girl in your life, be it a daughter, sister, grandchild, niece or cousin you will be the #1 Santa with these adorable gift suggestions from Roots. Inspired by Canada 150 and our Canadian roots, our Toddler Heritage Canada Dress is made from our comfortable fleece and features contrast raglan sleeves. $48.00 Cdn … Read more

4 Sparkling Wines You #MUSTHAVE Our #FavouriteThings

  Every year around this time I have friends come up to me or text me in a panic asking for help choosing a sparkling wine:   “I’m going to a party – don’t know what to bring!”   Quite often the statement is followed by expletives and/or frantic emojis… and this is when I … Read more

Holiday Sleepover at Vancouver Aquarium

  Holiday bustle is everywhere to be found right now and by the end of December, it might be time for a nice, restful snooze. That’s where the Vancouver Aquarium comes in. On Sat. December 30, the Aquarium is hosting a family sleepover to offer adults and kids alike a nice break from the holiday … Read more

Winter Holiday “Hangover” Frittata recipe – Café Medina

  Winter ‘Hangover’ Frittata     Serves 4-6 Ingredients 1 medium-sized winter squash (ex. kabocha, kuri, winter luxury) 150 grams of roasted potatoes (can be leftovers from Christmas dinner!) 227 grams sausage, casing removed 1 small onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped 4 oz capriny goat cheese ¼ cup olive oil 6 whole … Read more

Toast to the New Year at Tableau Bar Bistro

   A three-course traditional French menu with a twist On Sunday, December 31, Tableau Bar Bistro will offer a special three-course dinner menu with suggested wine pairings for each dish. Created by Executive Chef Tret Jordan and Head Chef Dan Vichitthavong, the first course, plats principaux and dessert features will showcase fresh West Coast ingredients … Read more

MEILLEURS VŒUX: AU COMPTOIR COUNTS DOWN TO 2018 WITH NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER SERVICE

    Raise a Glass, Turn the Calendar Courtesy of Chef Daniel McGee’s Signature Paris-by-way-of-West-Coast Cuisine   Acclaimed Kitsilano brasserie Au Comptoir is inviting guests to bid ‘au revoir’ to 2017 and join them in raising a glass to the new year in fine style by taking part in a four-course French-inspired New Year’s Eve … Read more

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