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SEATTLE BUSINESSMAN MICHAEL MALONE TO RECEIVE THE 2018 CELEBRITY WAITERS LUNCHEON COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

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The Celebrity Waiters Luncheon governing body will present Michael Malone, a Seattle real estate developer, businessman, and local philanthropist, with the 2018 Community Service Award. This honor will be bestowed during the 34th annual Celebrity Waiters Luncheon at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel on May 11, 2018. The Community Service Award recognizes Malone’s time-honored commitment for … Read more

14 Vancouver Restaurants among Canada’s 100 Best Brunch Restaurants for Mother’s Day, According to OpenTable Diners

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Restaurants spanning seven provinces across Canada recognized as top brunch destinations   Mother’s Day is the most popular day of the year for brunch reservations on OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online reservations. Just in time for Mother’s Day, OpenTable has announced the 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in Canada to help celebrate mom with … Read more

ACCLAIMED VINTNERS JOIN BURDOCK & CO FOR NATURALIST WINEMAKERS’ DINNER

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Revered Italian winemakers co-host evening  dedicated to sustainable wines   Burdock & Co is shedding light on the intriguing techniques, philosophies and flavours that support naturalist wines by hosting a sustainably-focused winemakers’ dinner on Thursday, May 17. The event will be attended by acclaimed naturalist winemakers Elisabetta Foradori and Mateja Gravner; both will join Burdock & Co in … Read more

Road Trip Safety Tips for Vancouver Visitors

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Road Trip Safety Tips for Vancouver Visitors Road tripping is one of the best ways to discover all of the hidden gems that Vancouver has to offer. With overnight travel to Canada on the rise, car travel is a less crowded alternative to planes and cruise lines that lets you take your time when sightseeing. But road … Read more

Lineup of chefs announced for Spot Prawn Festival 2018

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On Saturday May 12, 2018, join the Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia (CTS) for a celebration of the iconic, local delicacy at the 12th Annual Spot Prawn Festival. This year, there are three ways to enjoy the Spot Prawn Festival: FREE – access to the docks, live music, view cooking demos and more $10 – … Read more

The Victor Launches An Exciting New Brunch Experience!

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Parq Vancouver’s The Victor has just launched brunch on Sundays; a perfect way to welcome the upcoming Summer months. Available from 10.30am – 2.30pm every Sunday, menu highlights include Lobster Frittata, Oscar Eggs Benedict, Steak & Eggs, Foie Gras French Toast, Wagyu Breakfast Burger, Sushi & Seafood Bar, Dim Sum and more. There is also … Read more

Truck Stop Concert Series at Red Truck Beer returns for another great year of summer music

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There’s not much that beats great live music and delicious beer outside on a summer day, and the Truck Stop Concert Series at Red Truck Beer is gearing up for another great year of events in East Vancouver’s historic Brewery Creek. With events planned for June 16th, July 14th, and August 11th, music fans can … Read more

STUNNING MUSICAL LINE-UP TO APPEAR AT MISSION HILL’S SPECTACULAR OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATRE

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Chris Isaak, Chris Botti, and Gipsy Kings set to perform at the winery’s Intimate 1,200-seat Amphitheatre; American music icon Sheryl Crow to headline a Special Performance for Members of Mission Hill’s Privilege Wine Club   The artists are larger than life, the venue is iconic and the concerts will be legendary. Mission Hill Family Estate … Read more

Eating Local in the Fraser Valley

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Passionate about local food and community, Angie Quaale’s first book, Eating Local In The Fraser Valley, is a celebration of the farmers, producers and chefs throughout the Fraser Valley, that bring food to our tables each and every day. Featuring stories, anecdotes and recipes from the people behind the food, along with road trip ideas … Read more

Experience Haida Gwaii at Ocean House Eco-Lodge

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It took two years of work but it is now ready to go to Haida Gwaii.  Ocean House is an eco-cultural floating lodge that was created to meet the growing interest in Haida culture. Their cultural guides will take guests on excursions to ancient Haida village sites as well as their resident artist will share … Read more