The show began with a riveting live performance of the Game of Thrones theme music by Johanna Sö on violin and Duane Keogh on the cajón. I was sitting mere feet from these two gifted performers and the music literally went though me. Utterly amazing.
“We are incredibly excited about the chef lineup and seafood events featured at this year’s BC Seafood Festival,” says Nathan Fong, Chef Producer for BC Seafood Festival 2019. “The festival competitions have grown in popularity and prizes, and this year more chefs than ever are interested in competing…”
“It’s not just the pod concept – the first of its kind in Canada – that we consider to be innovative,” says Kling. “We have an automated check-in where guests receive wristbands that function as both keys and a payment method for anything around the property…”
The Caesar – the drink that became so popular that the Canadian parliament declared it the country’s office cocktail in 2009 – turns 50 this year. To celebrate, mixologists at Fairmont Hotels throughout British Columbia have rolled up their sleeves to create one of kind signature drinks for National Caesar Day on Thursday, May 16, 2019.
“I have been to this festival since its inception,” notes the 51-year industry veteran and CEO of TIME Winery Harry McWatters. “To receive the first Best in Show award is such an honour. I am so proud of our winemaking team of Graham Pierce, Nadine Allander, and Darrien McWatters.”
Whether the occasion calls for a power business lunch, Social Hour cocktails with friends, or a memorable al fresco dinner as the sun sets, Gotham’s expert team and inviting patio is the perfect place to enjoy Vancouver’s spring and summer.
Leave the store-bought concoctions on the shelf because once you taste these flavourful sauces you will be hooked.
Whether it’s a sip of wine with a nibble of chocolate or cheese in our Wine Library. A casual stroll through the vineyards, a guided tour and tasting or a locally inspired meal at Old Vines Restaurant, we’ve got an exciting May planned.
The vast majority of Tempranillo is grown in Spain with lesser amounts originating in Portugal and a few other countries. Spain is also known for Garnacha and Monastrell, but Tempranillo is the main grape of Spain.
I am very excited that the 2015 Little Pawn Chardonnay is being released to CheckMate Wine Club Members this spring, along with our 2015 Fool’s Mate Chardonnay, 2015 End Game Merlot and 2015 Silent Bishop Merlot. Phil MGahan