41 International Graffiti Artists Gathered to Paint in Vilnius: Lithuania’s Capital is Becoming Street Art Destination This weekend, more than 40 artists from 23 countries collaborated to create permanent large-scale open-air artwork at the Baltic debut of Meeting of Styles in Lithuania’s creative capital. As travelers increasingly seek authentic urban experiences beyond traditional museums, Vilnius … Read more
A Walk Through White Burgundy: Vineyards, History, and Change Vines were growing in Burgundy during the Gallo-Roman period, although the surviving evidence does not establish when they first arrived or which grapes were planted. By the early Middle Ages, vineyards had become important to religious communities and secular landowners because wine was required for worship, … Read more
Savour the Savings! Les Dames Culinary Garage Sale at LaSalle College Vancouver The highly popular Les Dames d’Escoffier, British Columbia Chapter (LDBC) Culinary Garage Sale is back and at a new location! Join fellow foodies for this legendary free annual fundraiser on Saturday, August 22nd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at LaSalle College Vancouver … Read more
Montalcino is one of Tuscany’s great wine regions, yet its story is surprisingly simple. Every serious wine made here comes from a single grape: 100% Sangiovese. Locally, the historic clone is known as Brunello, or “the little dark one,” prized for its thicker skins, deeper colour, firmer tannins, and remarkable ageing potential. What makes Montalcino … Read more
I enjoy the wines from Fort Berens anytme, but I especially enjoy their wines at this time of year. The wines are so crisp and refreshing it’s hard not to imagine how good a glass would taste right now. So my hearty recommendation is to pick your favourite, or two, or three, or more from … Read more
Become a Kid Again! White Spot’s Pirate Pak Day Returns August 12 One day only, guests of all ages can relive a beloved tradition — all in support of Zajac Ranch For one day each year, British Columbians are invited to experience one of the province’s most iconic dining traditions. On Wednesday, August 12., White … Read more
Cannery Brewing’s Wildfire Dark Lager is Back Again \Cannery Brewing has announced the return of their popular Wildfire Dark Lager. The release of this fundraiser beer is timely as wildland firefighters and emergency service workers are hard at work fighting forest fires across BC, Canada and beyond. According to BC Wildfire Services, more than 105 … 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
Yaletown’s Moltaqa—Where Spice and Hospitality Make for a Slow-Simmered Soul Compared to the hustle and flash of Vancouver’s Yaletown, there’s something special about walking into Moltaqa, which in Arabic means “a place where people meet.” From the warm glow of Moroccan lanterns to the rich jewel-toned décor, the restaurant feels inviting and intimate. Since opening … Read more
Visa Infinite Dining Series Special Event Eight + Moon Rabbit An evening at Eight (recently crowned No. 2 on NA50B) eclipses dining; it is an intimate, ultra-exclusive culinary journey through the rich mosaic of Canadian culture, where Chef Darren MacLean transforms the country’s best ingredients into a breathtaking masterwork. For this Visa Infinite special event, … Read more