High-Concept Design Meets Haute Cuisine at Fifth Annual Dinner by Design

  Back-to-back evenings showcasing the best of contemporary West Coast interior design   The fifth annual Dinner by Design, presented by The Social Concierge, is where Vancouver’s twin passions for fine dining and even finer design come together. Two tasteful and tasty nights (November 16 & 17, 2017) will benefit Interior Design Program scholarships at the … Read more

Inspirational keynote speaker, business mogul and best-selling author shares how his ‘transforming health’ journey began

  Vancouver’s own Brad King will be at the Vancouver Baby and Family Fair October 28 & 29 & Vancouver Health Show November 4 & 5   Often inspirational careers can evolve from tragic life events.   For Vancouver’s own best-selling author, nutritionist, keynote speaker and business mogul Brad King, his focus on fitness and … Read more

PNE Playland Fright Nights – a review

  Do you enjoy being scared?  Are you unafraid to be turned topsy turvy on rides?  Enjoy eating greasy carnival food?  Then you have found the right place.  Fright Nights at the PNE/Playland.  I attended on unlucky Friday, October 13th which was apt.  The entrance was shrouded in tombs and scary lighting.  The fun begins … Read more

LURE the cookbook – just like having Chef Ned Bell in your kitchen

  Well, maybe not exactly like having Chef Ned Bell in your kitchen but a close encounter from the Ocean Wise® chef at the Vancouver Aquarium. I love reading cookbooks and #LURECookbook is one fine read. The first thing I noticed is that the list of recipes is right at the front for easy reference. … Read more

Chambar Introduces ‘Shadow Sessions’ Music Series

Live performances in acclaimed Vancouver restaurant and lounge to highlight local talent Chambar is pleased to announce the launch of a weekly Thursday night live music series called Shadow Sessions. In a city where live venues are increasingly shuttering, Chambar is opening its doors to local artists and performers in an ongoing contribution to Vancouver’s … Read more

“Haul it Home” Take Out Menu from H2 Rotisserie & Bar

  H2 Rotisserie & Bar at The Westin Bayshore is feeling generous with a limited time offer that allows customers placing their first online take-out order at https://h2restaurant.com/brunch-on-us/ to receive complimentary brunch. The “Haul it Home” menu, also known as the restaurant’s take-out menu, recently launched online with an ordering system that allows customers to … Read more

GIVEAWAY – a copy of Chef Ned Bell and Valerie Howes Cookbook LURE

  Win a copy of Lure by Ned Bell and Valerie Howes by doing any of the following: Follow us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter, Follow us on Instagram  Facebook: My Van City Twitter: @myvancity  Instagram: @myvancityca   I love reading cookbooks and #LURECookbook is one fine read. The first thing I noticed is that … Read more

Road 13 Vineyards Celebrates Successful Summer Season, Bounty of Awards, New Fall Releases Plus Wine Pairing Recipe From Ned Bell

Road 13 Vineyards saw another busy summer season of wine loving tourists and locals through their Golden Mile Bench tasting room. With a number of wines in the portfolio currently sold out and a bounty of awards at the British Columbia Wine Awards and Wine Align National Wine Awards – it’s safe to say the Oliver … Read more

The Chan Centre Welcomes the Texas Troubadours featuring Ruthie Foster, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, and Carrie Rodriguez  

  Three of the Lone Star State’s Proud Singer-Songwriters Share the Stage for the First Time   The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC) presents Ruthie Foster, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, and Carrie Rodriguez, the Lone Star State’s diverse and celebrated songwriters on November 8 at 8pm in the Chan … Read more

The Dance Centre presents the 11th biennial Dance In Vancouver

  A showcase of BC’s contemporary dance scene Wednesday-Saturday November 22-25, 2017 Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver   Tickets: $32/$24 students & seniors Tickets Tonight: 604.684.2787 www.ticketstonight.ca Information: 604.606.6400 www.thedancecentre.ca   Vancouver’s contemporary dance scene takes centre stage in Dance In Vancouver, November 22-25. This biennial event provides a unique opportunity to experience … Read more