NV Brut Reserva Segura Viudas Torrelavit, Spain $16.99 Segura Viudas is well-known for delivering good-quality sparkling Spanish wines (cava), and this modestly priced Reserva proves the point. Straw coloured with medium-light intensity. Baked apple, citrus, brioche, wet stones, and dried tree fruit with undertones of yeasty lees on the nose. Good balance with mouth-filling mousse. … Read more
PRESSING MATTERS The debates, controversies, and mysteries that have shaped the world of wine ALAN RAMEY $39.00 available online About Pressing Matters People have been drinking wine for thousands of years. So by now we must have worked out the best way to grow, make, and appreciate it – right? In fact, if anything, our … Read more
“In this series, I will be sharing my take on which Wines pair well with some inspirational recipes” Nothing better than an easy drinking patio wine that also pairs nicely with everything from spicy Thai to down home bbq fare. These are wines to share with friends that you know appreciate your good taste and … Read more
Yesterday I attended a trade event in Victoria titled Vintage 2025 in B.C. – Bounce Back / Rebuild that was hosted by Way West Wines and moderated by Treve Ring. The wineries and their representatives in attendance were: Charlie Baessler, Corcelettes Winery Richard Charnock, JoieFarm Winery Max Legris, Sage Hayward Wines Alison Moyes, Solvero Vineyards … Read more
VanDusen’s Spring Strings returns featuring string musicians of the VSO VanDusen Botanical Garden invites guests to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend surrounded by spring blooms and live music as Spring Strings returns to the Garden on Saturday, May 9, 2026. This year’s event will feature eight string musicians from the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra performing contemporary favourites … Read more
In Conversation with Prishita Agarwal, Co-Founder of Mosa Technologies and Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Awards nominee. In Canada’s 10th edition of the international awards program, the Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Awards named Prishita Agarwal as one of its top finalists in the Bold Woman and Bold Future Award categories. Can you share a bit about your … Read more
Ellipsis Hosts Tom Liu of LA’s Thunderbolt for Exclusive Guest Shift Celebrating Global Flavours & West Coast Vibes During North America’s 50 Best Bars Week Thunderbolt’s acclaimed Head Bartender brings his signature technique-driven style and global flavour palate to Ellipsis for an exclusive one-night showcase. Setting the tone for the cocktail industry’s biggest week of … Read more
PARÉ RESTAURANT GROUP SPRINGS FORWARD WITH NEW FEATURES AT ITS TRIO OF WHISTLER HOTSPOTS LORETTE, CARAMBA AND QUATTRO New Promotions Include First Anniversary Celebrations at Lorette, Sunday ‘Tappy Hour’ at Caramba, Prix-Fixe Spring Menus at Lorette, Caramba & Quattro The Paré Restaurant Group is springing forward with new features set to debut at its beloved trio … Read more
Last Friday evening, I had the pleasure of attending On Native Land, a new contemporary Indigenous musical by Corey Payette, the writer behind Children of God and Les Filles du Roi. The story explores themes of identity, land, and connection through the lens of three central characters: Blood (Dustyn Forbes), an Indigenous singer-songwriter on the verge of success; Chief … Read more
Red Rooster Winery Unveils New Label Celebrating the Return of Its Iconic Rooster After more than 25 years of crafting expressive wines on the Naramata Bench, Red Rooster Winery is proud to unveil a refreshed label design that brings back the brand’s iconic rooster. The relaunch celebrates the winery’s history while signaling a confident new … Read more