Wines of British Columbia’s 2017 Vintage is one of excellence

BC Wine Institute released its annual Vintage Report indicating slightly lower yields and phenomenal fruit quality delivered an excellent 2017 vintage.   The professionals agree. Last week, invited media, sommeliers, wine buyers and educators gathered in Victoria and Vancouver on April 24 and 26, respectively, to taste the first BC wines of the 2017 vintage at … Read more

The City’s Largest Dinner Party Returns to Vancouver!

80 Cities Worldwide Host Annually the Legendary Pop-Up Culinary Event, Vancouver will celebrate its 7th Le Dîner en Blanc on August 23, 2018 2018 marks the 30thAnniversary of Le Dîner en Blanc in Paris and its 7th edition in Vancouver, BC. The pop-up, elegant and secret affair has quickly become known as THE August el fresco event of … Read more

Carousel Theatre for Young People CTYP Unveils its 2018/2019 Season – The Gift of Friendship!

 CTYP’s Artistic Director Carole Higgins is thrilled to announce an exciting new 2018/2019 season of theatre for young people and families on Granville Island.   This year’s theme is The Gift of Friendship – characters in each of the plays embark on adventures, big and small, and make important discoveries about themselves and the world … Read more

Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir Pays Tribute to Rich History of Improvisation in Jazz Meets Gospel

Renowned Canadian fiddler Daniel Lapp joins for powerful season closer Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir (Good Noise) explores the intersection of two historic genres in the final concert of their 2017–2018 season: Jazz Meets Gospel on June 2 at 3pm & 8pm at Christ Church Cathedral. Audiences will be brought to their feet, as the … Read more

Ballet BC Launches 2018/19 Season

  Ballet BC is proud to announce its 2018/19 season marking its 33rd Anniversary and Artistic Director Emily Molnar’s 10th year with the company.   Three programs include world premieres and international choreographers showcasing unique artistic voices In dance today. Passionate and distinctly talented, our company of dancers captivate audiences on home, national and global stages. … Read more

Chan Centre Announces 2018/19 Concert Series Featuring Range of Distinguished Talents and Exciting New Voices

Eclectic Concert Series Emphasizes Music’s Ability to Elevate Spirits And Bring People Together   The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC) announces its 2018/19 concert series,featuring powerful tributes, vibrant cultural expressions, and brilliant musicality in the Chan Shun Concert Hall. Over the course of eight concerts, wonderfully diverse … Read more

One night only: Chef David Hawksworth collaborates with Chef Paul Moran

Two Chefs Reunite at Tofino Resort & Marina’s 1909 Kitchen on May 19, 2018   Chef David Hawksworth travels to Tofino on Saturday, May 19, to cook at 1909 Kitchen with Chef Paul Moran at Tofino Resort and Marina, where the two chefs and friends are excited to reunite under the roof of 1909 Kitchen … Read more

The Lake House at Quails’ Gate the perfect Okanagan Getaway

Did you know that Quails’ Gate Winery has two lakefront vacation rentals?  The Lake House at Quails’ Gate…..Create your perfect Okanagan getaway at The Lake House at Quails’ Gate – picture your toes in the lake, lush vineyards just steps away and a glass of award-winning Quails’ Gate wine in-hand. More information online at QuailsGate.com. … Read more

Tolkien – a review by Judy Robb

  “Tolkien”  Pacific Theatre Local director and playwright Ron Reed’s “Tolkien”, a play about the friendship between J. R. R. Tolkien (John Innes) and C. S. Lewis (Ian Farthing), is a powerful theatre experience.   It spans a period of more than 30 years, beginning when Tolkien is introduced to “Jack” Lewis, the new professor on … Read more

AERIOSA PREMIERES SECOND NATURE

A Full Evening Work Of Vertical Dance Thursday-Saturday May 24-26, 8pm Post-Show Artist Talk-Back May 25 Scotiabank Dance Centre 677 Davie Street, Vancouver Tickets $32/$24 from Tickets Tonight.ca 604.684.2787 In Aeriosa’s new full-evening work, six athletic dancers interact with bamboo, evoking unique images and experiences as the set continuously transforms throughout the piece. The dancers … Read more