Everyone knows Friendsgiving is all about bringing people together over great food and even better conversation. While every celebration looks a little different, one thing remains the same, a bottle of wine that pairs effortlessly with the meal. This year, Kapua Wines is making holiday hosting simple with a delicious, fruit-forward white wine, featuring notes … Read more
Château Ausone: History and Portfolio Château Ausone occupies one of the smallest and most exacting great sites in Bordeaux. The vineyard covers about 7.25 hectares on the southern edge of Saint-Émilion, immediately below the medieval village, where the land descends from the limestone plateau along a steep slope. The upper parcels sit on asteriated limestone, … Read more
I had the opportunity to taste these four wines at Painter’s Palate.
The inaugural series acked by a core list of notable community partners and industry leaders, including the North Island Craft Beer Festival, Cowichan Valley Wines, the City of Campbell River, Edible Vancouver Island, and the Oceanside Arts Council. These partnerships show Palates dedication to their ‘maker first’ structure.. Festival Highlights: HOPS (Friday, Sept 18): Kicking … Read more
The Arts Club Theatre Company opens its 2026-2027 season with the BC premiere of Heist at the Stanley BFL Canada Stage. From the moment the lights go down and the opening credits roll, you know you’re in for a caper. Think Mission: Impossible meets Ocean’s Eleven, but with the fun of watching all that movie … Read more
2023 Chardonnay (White Gold Reserve) Fort Berens Lillooet, BC $34.99 Lemon yellow with medium-minus intensity. Lemon cream, apple, lime zest, peach, banana, and straw on the nose. Good balance and mouthfeel. The flavours reflect the nose, followed by a medium-plus finish. 90 Points 2024 Sauvignon Blanc (Dual Citizen) SpearHead Kelowna, BC $29.00 Being a … Read more
A short walk up from the Seabus Station on the North Shore, Sushi Mahana offers an understated expression of Japanese hospitality. Owner/Chef Yuki Aida set out to share not only Japanese cuisine, but also the culture and spirit behind it, creating an experience that feels deeply personal. Since opening in 2023 as an ambitious addition … Read more
For the first time in championship history, two executive chefs will represent each city
This historic early start was the result of a particularly hot and dry season.
Langley Burger Month Back for a Second Delicious Year 19 independent Langley restaurants bring their best burgers to the table from October 1 to 31 Burgers are taking over Langley once again this October as Langley Burger Month returns for its second year. The month-long celebration brings together 19 independent restaurants for a little friendly … Read more