Everybody is flocking to Birdman

Literally Everybody is flocking to Birdman and for good reason. THE FOOD IS SO GOOD. Last week hubby and I joined a throng of thirsty, hungry media types of all stripes to indulge in the hospitality that’s Birdman. It’s hard to know where to begin because everything, and I mean everything, was so good. You may … Read more

Canada’s top-ranked pizzeria opens World Cup™ tables

CANADA’S TOP RANKED PIZZERIA OPENS WORLD CUP™ TABLES, FRIDAY LUNCH RESERVATIONS AND WEEKDAY APERITIVO HAPPY HOUR Pizzeria Spacca Napoli recognized by Gambero Rosso for third consecutive year Pizzeria Spacca Napoli has been recognized by Gambero Rosso, the global authority on Italian food, wine and travel. It is the highest pizzeria ranking in Canada, and Spacca Napoli’s third consecutive … Read more

The Greek launches new spring and summer menu

The Greek launches new spring and summer menu for sunny days and al fresco dining New food and drink options are filled with rich flavours, crisp textures, and bright colours With summer just around the corner and long sunny patio days ahead, The Greek has launched its new summer menu filled with fresh new dishes … Read more

70+ ARTISTS IN 30+ VENUES HOST 33rd ANNUAL WEST OF MAIN ART WALK Explore Vancouver’s West Side this May

For one weekend only, Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 2026, artists across Vancouver’s West Side will once again open their studio doors and gather at satellite venues to welcome the public into their creative spaces. From internationally acclaimed artists to emerging local talent, the West of Main Art Walk offers a rare opportunity … Read more

Off the Beaten Path

No matter where you live in British Columbia or where your travels take you, there are excellent wineries to discover across the province’s nine wine regions. According to Wine Growers BC, there are more than 300 wineries spread throughout the province, including: Vancouver Island (22 wineries) Gulf Islands (11 wineries) Fraser Valley (28 wineries) Lillooet … Read more

Wednesday Wine Reviews

2024 Chenin Blanc River Stone Oliver, BC $25.90 Another in the Good Neighbours Series made with grapes from the Columbia River region of Washington State.  Pale straw with medium-minus intensity.  An inviting nose showing aromas of apple, floral notes, grass, some tropical fruit, almond, honey, citrus, and Asian pear.  Very good balance with good mouthfeel.  … Read more

Petrichor French Farmhouse Restaurant unveils updated menus

Petrichor French Farmhouse Restaurant unveils menu updates for spring While the essentials of classic French cuisine are timeless, seasonal menu changes give chefs the opportunity to showcase favourite ingredients and tempt tastebuds with fresh flavours suited to the time of year. This spring, Luc Duval and Thibault Nicaise of Petrichor French Farmhouse Restaurant have brought … Read more

À LA PROVENÇALE: ST. LAWRENCE

À LA PROVENÇALE: ST. LAWRENCE PAYS HOMAGE TO CELEBRATED REGIONAL FRENCH CUISINE WITH PROVENCE-FOCUSED SUMMER MENU Award-Winning Restaurant Spotlights Relationships with West Coast Farms, Foragers and Fishers in Four-Course Table d’Hôte Menu Governed by Seasonality and Restraint Vancouver’s award-winning St. Lawrence restaurant is ushering in summer by introducing a new four-course Provence-inspired Table d’Hôte menu … Read more

CELEBRATING NATIONAL WINE DAY WITH REWILD

RAISE A GLASS TO WINE THAT GIVES BACK TO THE EARTH: CELEBRATING NATIONAL WINE DAY WITH REWILD WINE Sustainably crafted and 100% vegan, Rewild Wine offers Canadians National Wine Day on May 25th. May 25th, 2026, marks National Wine Day, honouring the craft of one of the world’s oldest and most cherished beverages. With Canadians … Read more

LEARNING ABOUT WINE Rías Baixas: Atlantic Wine in Galicia

Rías Baixas: Atlantic Wine in Galicia Rías Baixas begins with water. The Atlantic reaches into Galicia’s western coast through long estuaries called rías, where river water, sea air, fog, and rain meet before they move inland across small vineyards. This is one of Spain’s wettest wine regions, and the problem of ripening grapes here has … Read more