A Coolcation Shaped by Ocean, Air, Forest, and Slow Adventure As global temperatures rise, Victoria, B.C. offers a cooler summer escape shaped by ocean air, forest landscapes, and slow adventure. As climate patterns shift and a potentially strong El Niño is expected to influence global weather through 2026 and into 2027, bringing increased temperatures and … Read more
Father’s Day is around the corner, and while socks, golf balls, and BBQ gadgets are always an option, we thought we’d share a few bottles Dad might be genuinely excited to unwrap. From smoky single malts and iconic cognacs to elegant Scotch whiskies and ultra-premium spirits, whether he’s a cocktail enthusiast, whisky collector, backyard host, or simply … Read more
With Father’s Day just around the corner and Prime Day (June 23–26) also fast approaching, We’re sharing an advance look at some of the best upcoming deals from SharkNinja. Whether Canadians are shopping for the dad who loves coffee, the home chef, the gadget enthusiast or simply looking to tackle summer cleaning projects, SharkNinja is offering discounts … Read more
Sophie’s Surprise 29th There’s a birthday party going on, and everyone’s invited! Walking into Sophie’s Surprise 29th at The Cultch’s York Theatre feels less like taking a seat for a performance and more like crashing the wildest house party of your youth. There’s music, chaos unfolding, and the genuine feeling that anything could happen. Soon, the line … Read more
In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time. I’m calling it ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines … Read more
RED Mountain Resort Emerges as a Quieter Alternative to British Columbia’s Crowded Resort Destinations opens June 20, 2026 RED Mountain Resort, long known for its legendary powder and authentic mountain culture, continues to evolve as one of British Columbia’s most compelling mountain destinations. As travellers increasingly seek alternatives to crowded resort regions across the Coast, … Read more
Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation. Hi, I’m Kim, a passionate lover of wine, food, and any experience that brings the two together! In this weekly blog post, I share my thoughts on a wine that I’ve recently purchased from one of our local independent wine merchants. If you’d like to know more … Read more
Father’s Day Sunday, June 21st Canadians celebrate Father’s Day on the third Sunday in June. The day is dedicated to showing appreciation for fathers and father figures, including stepfathers, fathers-in-law, foster parents, guardians, and close family friends. Copperpenny Distilling Co. This Father’s Day, Copperpenny Distilling Co. is giving dads another reason to raise a glass … Read more
Hawksworth Restaurant Launches “Cocktails From the Cup” As Vancouver’s World Cup™ Summer Kicks Off! Eight original cocktails inspired by global flavours join a season of dining experiences as Hawksworth celebrates 15 years As Vancouver welcomes visitors from around the world for this summer’s World Cup™ matches, Hawksworth Restaurant is raising a glass to the occasion … Read more
Bel Café Scores with New World Cup™-Inspired Treats and Match Day Eats New Soccer Sugar Cookies and Spicy Soccer Meatball Sub arrive just in time for Vancouver’s biggest summer of sport As excitement builds for Vancouver’s World Cup™ summer, Bel Café is getting into the spirit with two limited-time menu additions designed for fans on … Read more