With the September long weekend around the corner, there’s still time to soak up the last days of summer with good company and a refreshing cocktail in hand. Whether you’re hosting a backyard get-together, heading to the cottage, or simply enjoying the final long weekend of the season, Hennessy V.S. is a versatile base for … Read more
Syrah and Shiraz: How One Grape Acquired Two Names Syrah and Shiraz are the same grape. The difference is linguistic and often stylistic. When a producer chooses one term over the other, the choice can signal the tradition the producer has in mind and the kind of wine they intend to make. Syrah began in … Read more
New Performance Added for Goblin:Oedipus at Bard on the Beach on August 30 Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival is thrilled to announce the addition of a performance for Goblin:Oedipus in the Douglas Campbell Theatre on Sunday, August 30 at 7:30PM. WUG, KRAGVA, and MOOG return to the tents and turn their attention to Greek … Read more
We’re back – at least part way… Hope everyone has had the best week possible – ours has been positive – the ups and downs of navigating through the aftermath of the Bald Range wildfire and ensuring that our team is safe and healthy. Good news on the horizon! As we work through the clean … Read more
Okanagan Crush Pad Reports Strong Recovery Across Summerland Sites Following Bald Range Wildfire Okanagan Crush Pad is relieved to report that its team, vineyards, winery, and the majority of its farming infrastructure have come through the Bald Range wildfire in remarkably good condition. The wildfire moved through the Faulder and Garnet Valley communities last … Read more
Through quality, innovation and sustainability, Monte Creek Winery in the Thompson Valley is turning unique growing conditions into award-winning premium wines.¹ MyVanCity has long been fans of Monte Creek wines and these wines featured here are no exception. Although they have been categorized as summer wines, perfect to sipping, they are much more than that, … Read more
Harbour Air Club Celebrates First Birthday with Offers, Discounts and Chance to Win Unlimited Flights For a Year The eight-week celebration offers a welcome coupon for new members, discounts for existing members, and a chance to win unlimited flights for a year Harbour Air is celebrating the first birthday of the Harbour Air Club, its … Read more
L’Abattoir and Savour the Wild collaborate for a one-night-only Pacific Northwest feast: September 21 On the eve of the premiere of Savoured Here, Savour the Wild’s TELUS STORYHIVE-backed documentary series, Executive Chef Jasper Cruickshank, Chef Colton Armstrong-Ashley, and Bar Manager Alexa Gervais come together for an intimate ten-seat tasting menu inspired by the people, places, and ingredients … Read more
PACIFIC INSTITUTE OF CULINARY ARTS HOSTS CANADIAN CULINARY FOCUSED POP-UP DINNER ON SEPTEMBER 3RD New Chef-Led, Student-Executed Event Showcases the Very Best of Pacific Northwest Farms, Fields and Fisheries Across Four Courses Prime Pacific Northwest farmers, foragers and fishers step into the culinary spotlight for one special night when the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts … Read more
If US products return, don’t do it at the expense of BC products or jobs Wine Growers British Columbia (WGBC) is calling on the Province to ensure that any return of US alcohol to BC Liquor Store shelves does not come at the expense of British Columbia products or BC jobs. “If US products have … Read more