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Startup Canada brings regional awards to celebrate entrepreneurship and innovation community in Vancouver & BC!

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Award ceremony is being held in Imperial Theatre, Vancouver on May 30   The Startup Canada Awards recognize those driving impact and demonstrating excellence in Canada’s entrepreneurship and innovation community.  Each year, hundreds of nominations pour in from across Canada, and thousands join to celebrate the regional winners at local, grassroots ceremonies in startup spaces … Read more

OUR BELOVED FARMERS: A CELEBRATION

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Burdock & Co and Royal Dinette partner up for special dinner collaboration on May 29th   Mindful sourcing and cooking are two themes prevalent in both chefs Andrea Carlson and Eva Chin’s kitchens. To celebrate their deep and rewarding relationship with local producers Cropthorne Farm and Sole Foods, the two are joining forces on Tuesday, … Read more

Gotham Steakhouse takes Social Hour outside for patio season

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Gotham Steakhouse is celebrating the long-awaited arrival of Spring 2018 with Social Hour on their secluded garden patio. Enjoy warm weekday afternoons and early evenings with a special menu of small plates, feature cocktails and treats from the award-winning wine list. Wednesday through Friday, Gotham’s in-house DJ will bring the music outside, creating a vibrant … Read more

HIT THE DECK: BELLS AND WHISTLES SPRINGS INTO PATIO SEASON WITH NEW FOOD AND DRINK SELECTIONS, ‘DIP INTO SUMMER’ PARTY

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Fraserhood Hangout Christens Wrap-Around Patio with Launch Party May 20, Adds Award-winning ‘Curry Fries’, New Signature Cocktails and Craft Beers to Menu   Here comes the sun — and with it, a new lineup of classic, Americana-roadside-inspired fare and signature drinks at Bells and Whistles, as well as a ‘Dip Into Summer’ Party over the … Read more

THE MRG GROUP opens Granville street’s only rooftop patio & Bar

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Dublin Calling opens Rooftop patio and bar on the Granville Strip   The MRG Group is pleased to announce the launch of the Dublin Calling Rooftop . The rooftop patio and bar will be the only rooftop bar on the popular Granville strip offering guests an unparalleled outdoor experience. Guests can enjoy the sun while … Read more

BC’s best chefs cook up a perfect summer getaway in beautiful Haida Gwaii

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Chef Hawksworth returns to The West Coast Fishing Club for a culinary adventure this summer Renowned Canadian Chef David Hawksworth shares his love of food and fishing at the 12th annual David Hawksworth & Friends Culinary Adventure on July 15-19, 2018. Join Chef Hawksworth and other top BC chefs at Canada’s leading luxury fishing lodge, … Read more

The perfect BBQ pairing – Quails’ Gate Boswell Syrah

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Barbecue season has arrived! The 2015 Boswell Syrah from Quails’ Gate makes the perfect accompaniment to your favourite BBQ fare. With only 600 cases produced, the Syrah is only available at the winery or online at QuailsGate.com You definitely want to get your hands and palate on this one. The Boswell Syrah is in limited … Read more

Evolve Cellars’ Riesling 2016 Wins BC Wine of the Year

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Results are in for 2018 BC Best of Varietal Wine Awards     ENCORE Vineyards is proud to share that Summerland’s Evolve Cellars’ Riesling 2016 ($19) has won BC Wine of the Year at this year’s British Columbia Best of Varietal Wine Awards, presented by Okanagan Wine Festival.   A classic Riesling that is well-balanced with stone fruit, … Read more

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

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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!

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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