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
With summer evenings finally here, Science World is inviting Vancouverites to enjoy sunny evenings: one for everyone and one for adults only. Starting July 14, Twilight Tuesdays offers extended hours until 8 p.m. every Tuesday through September 1, with special pricing after 5 p.m. Then on July 23, it’s a summer party at After Dark: … Read more
The Okanagan’s Original Icons: Decanting Memories Available Now The true story of pioneers Trudy and George Heiss will make you laugh, cry, and – most importantly – sip out loud. Long before the Okanagan Valley became a global wine destination, it was a blank canvas for those with enough grit to believe in it. … Read more
Vancouver diners can sip for a cause as L’Abattoir joins the global hospitality community in supporting earthquake relief in Venezuela As restaurants and bars around the world rally behind relief efforts following the devastating (June 24) earthquake in Venezuela, L’Abattoir has partnered with Diplomático Rum to feature the Papelón con Limón ($20). The vibrant cocktail is crafted with Diplomático Reserva Rum, … Read more
Dining Experiences in the Heart of Nature In conversation with Chef / Founder Colton Armstrong-Ashley and Creative Director / Founder Saman Rezapour of Savour the Wild about their upcoming TV series Savoured Here partnered with Telus Storyhive. Let’s go way back to how your interest in culinary experiences may have begun. Sam: I don’t come … Read more
WEEKEND UPDATE: FANNY BAY OYSTER BAR & SHELLFISH MARKET BRINGS WEEKEND BRUNCH BACK TO THE MENU Return of Popular Weekend Menu Showcases Old Favourites and New Fare, Boozy Brunch Classics and Signature Drinks MICHELIN Guide-recommended Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market is giving early birds, late risers and weekend warriors a new reason to … Read more
For years I’d been reading about the growing popularity of Greek wines in New York. The unfamiliar grape names and descriptions of their distinctive flavours intrigued me, so when Franco’s Liquor Store advertised a Saturday tasting of Greek wines, I booked us in immediately. When we arrived, Luigi was outside grilling fragrant lamb kebabs to … Read more
The Vancouver Art Gallery and Thursday Dating present Meet Me at the Gallery: Pride Edition An after-hours singles social celebrating Pride in Vancouver The Vancouver Art Gallery, in collaboration with Thursday Dating, presents Meet Me at the Gallery: Pride Edition, an after-hours singles mixer celebrating Pride through art, music and community. Taking place during Pride season … Read more
SUYO Celebrates Peruvian Independence Day throughout July with a Peruvian Classics Tasting Menu In celebration of Peru’s Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias) on July 28, SUYO Modern Peruvian is inviting guests to experience the country’s rich culinary heritage with a limited-time Peruvian Classics Tasting Menu, available throughout July. Observed annually on July 28, Fiestas Patrias commemorates Peru’s independence … Read more
LITTLE ITALY, BIG FLAVOURS: SOPRA SOTTO DEBUTS NEW SEASONALLY INSPIRED SUMMER MENU AT COMMERCIAL DRIVE HOTSPOT New Menu Refresh Features Handcrafted Classic & Signature Cocktails and an Array of Antipasti and Insalati, Pasta Fresca, Wood-Fired Pizze and More Summer is officially in full swing at Sopra Sotto Vancouver thanks to the debut of a new seasonally … Read more