JUNE FOOD EVENTS!

Here’s a lineup of what’s happening and where it’s happening for the month of June. The Teahouse DINNER FOR TWO FEATURE Available Nightly from 4:30 p.m. $139 plus tax and gratuity The Teahouse’s Dinner for Two is a nightly feature available while quantities last that showcases a starter of a Seafood Platter (poached chilled prawns, … Read more

APVSA Summer Tropical Wine Tour

APVSA Tropical Summer Wine Tour The Association for the Promotion of Wines and Spirits launched its Tropical Summer Wine Tour here in Vancouver this past week at the Sutton Place Hotel. The tour will make stops in 18 cities across North America, from Mexico City to Montreal, with an additional stop in Honolulu. APVSA boasts … Read more

Blue Grouse Estate Winery

Nestled in Vancouver Island’s Cowichan Valley, Blue Grouse Estate Winery is one of BC’s oldest wineries and among the pioneers of modern Island winemaking. Viticulturist John Harper planted an experimental vineyard on the property in 1977, trialling more than 150 grape varieties, some of which are still in production today. The Kiltz family purchased the … Read more

Exploring the World of Synchromesh

I was thrilled to receive a delivery of Synchomesh wines to taste and review. I really must admit that my first love is Riesling. I love all types of Rieslings; dry, off dry, and late harvest. Tasting these wines was like heaven. Every one of the three Rieslings I have had the opportunity to taste … Read more

CLAUDIO’S RISTORANTE INTRODUCES NEW MENU

BUON APPETITO: CLAUDIO’S RISTORANTE INTRODUCES NEW MENU FOR SPRING AND SUMMER AT NORTH BURNABY ITALIAN HOTSPOT Executive Chef Aubrey Aliggayu’s Latest Menu Refresh Showcases Seasonally Inspired Array of Antipasti, Insalati, Hand-Made Pasta Fresca, Pizza and More Claudio’s Ristorante Executive Chef Aubrey Aliggayu has unveiled a new collection of seasonally inspired regional recipes and authentic-yet-contemporary classics … Read more

SUMMER FRESH FEATURES: C|PRIME MODERN ITALIAN STEAK & WINE

C|PRIME MODERN ITALIAN STEAK & WINE SETS THE TABLE WITH NEW MENU OF SEASONALLY INSPIRED DISHES Executive Chef Behshad Zolnasr Showcases Hand-Made Pasta, Modern Classics, Prime Cuts, Father’s Day Weekend Feature and More at Downtown Hotspot C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine is setting the table for warmer days and longer nights by putting the … Read more

Adult Male Sea Otter Admitted From Tofino

On Friday, May 29, an adult male sea otter was admitted to the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society (VAMMR) after being found in distress at Chesterman Beach near Tofino. A Fisheries Officer with Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) responded to the animal and coordinated his transfer for rehabilitation. The sea otter was assessed to … Read more

Vancouver Folk Music Festival Celebrates Music, Culture, and Community with Two Free Events in July

Vancouver Folk Music Festival Celebrates Music, Culture and Community with Two Free Events in July The Vancouver Folk Music Festival announces two free community events leading up to its annual return to ʔəy̓alməxʷ / Iy̓ál̓mexw Jericho Beach Park from July 17–19, 2026. Leaning into the celebration of connection through live music, the Festival is giving … Read more

WINES OF BC INVITES THE WORLD TO EXPERIENCE BRITISH COLUMBIA BEYOND THE STADIUM

Wines of BC wants this summer’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ crowds thinking beyond stadiums and sports bars and into some of the most breathtaking landscapes on earth. From vineyard patios overlooking sun-soaked valleys to lakeside watch parties and weekend wine country escapes, This Is Our BC is a province-wide celebration of everything that makes British … Read more