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THRILL OF THE GRILL: PACIFIC INSTITUTE OF CULINARY ARTS HOSTS BBQ POP-UP AT GRANVILLE ISLAND CAMPUS JULY 25 BBQ Pop-Up, Week-Long Summer Cooking Camps for Kids and Teens, Garlic Festival Appearance on Summer Schedule for PICA School is out for summer, but Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts (PICAChef) events and pop-ups are still in session … Read more
Bard on the Beach Launches Bard After Dark A New Late-Night Series in August Bard on the BeachShakespeare Festival adds something new to its Season in Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park with Bard After Dark in the Douglas Campbell Theatre. With only four performances on August 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 10pm, Bard After Dark features a … Read more
Experience a Quieter Side of Vancouver Island This Summer New Harbour Air service makes it easier than ever to discover Campbell River, where coastal adventures, garden-grown cuisine and a slower pace of summer travel await Naturally Pacific Resort is welcoming summer travellers to Campbell River with the newly launched Harbour Air daily direct seaplane service … Read more
WHAT’S NEW IN FRANCE | SUMMER 2026 As summer reaches its peak, the French art de vivre continues to reinvent itself through bold culinary concepts, heritage transformations, and expanded boutique getaways. From a historic château overlooking the Sancerre to a creative hideaway in Provence, a quintessential Parisian bistrot and an unexpected ice cream pop-up in … Read more
Tickets on Sale July 21 for Dames Dine Around 2026 Two Nights. Exceptional Restaurants. A Lasting Impact. We are delighted to announce that ticket sales start tomorrow, July 21st (10 a.m.) for Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter (LDBC) Dames Dine Around 2026! Over two unforgettable evenings, guests will enjoy specially curated multi-course dinners at many … Read more
STORM HAVEN A Fifteen-Year Exploration of Place James Suckling’s First Visit to British Columbia In May 2026, Storm Haven Vineyard, the home property of Synchromesh Wines, became one of a select group of British Columbia vineyards to be evaluated during internationally renowned wine critic James Suckling’s first visit to a region whose reputation has grown … Read more
Building on the last “Back to VQA” wines that were featured on MyVanCity we are pleased to present three more VQA wines that are perfect for summer. These three wines are all perfect as your summer companion. From just sitting on the deck. soaking in a lakeside view, to enjoying a BBQ on a hot … Read more
HIGH HEELS AT HIGH ALTITUDES Back by popular demand, we’re celebrating Vancouver Pride with the return of our Drag Takes Flight series. Flyover brings you a one-of-a-kind evening of dazzling drag performances and awe-inspiring adventures! Meet us in the Flying Whale for a cocktail (or two) and show-stopping performances from local icon, Carlotta Gurl & Friends, before taking flight on an … Read more
Bard Pride Night returns on Friday, July 31st at 6PM Bard on the Beach Celebrates Pride With an Evening of Theatre, Community and a Queer Artisan Market Bard on the BeachShakespeare Festival hosts its annual Pride Celebration in Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park on Friday, July 31st. Bard Pride Night is an evening that brings together exceptional theatre, … 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