CHEF ALEX CHEN AWARDED GOLD AT CANADIAN CULINARY CHAMPIONSHIPS

  Eleven of Canada’s top chefs competed in a culinary triathlon Feb 2 and 3, with one goal, to win gold and stand on the podium as the Canadian Culinary Champion for 2018.  The 12th annual Canadian Culinary Championships took place in Kelowna, B.C. and the competitions were exciting for competitors, judges and guests. The … Read more

Vancouver TheatreSports™ Puts the ‘Ha-ha’ in Ha-ha-happy Valentine’s

  Whether boy meets girl, girl meets girl or boy meets boy, everyone knows that romance thrives when sprinkled liberally with laughter. There’s no better place for a little romance and a lot of laughter than at a Vancouver TheatreSports™ (VTSL) show. Did you know that The Improv Centre is one of Cupid’s favourite hangouts? … Read more

WITH LOVE, THIERRY

– Find Love and Romance this Valentine’s Day with Thierry Cafe – When it comes to romance, many think that the French know it best. Share ‘l’amore’ this Valentine’s Day with swoon-worthy creations by French Maitre Chocolatier and Patissier Chef Thierry Busset. Juliet Cake, Romeo Cake, and Vintage Valrhona Liquid Chocolate Over the last few weeks, … Read more

Nita Lake Lodge celebrates ten years as Whistler’s best boutique hotel

Resort-wide features throughout February mark the milestone year Over the past decade, Nita Lake Lodge has grown to become one of Whistler’s most-coveted resorts for skiers and non-skiers alike. Entering its tenth year of operation, the property will celebrate this significant milestone throughout February with celebratory features and 10 Days of Giveaways. “We are thrilled … Read more

FORT BERENS ESTATE WINERY PINOT GRIS UNCOVERED; DAGERAAD BLONDE CROWNED GOLD MEDAL PINT

Canadian Culinary Championships Competition #1 closes, chefs prepare for final day of events. The 2018 Culinary Championships closes off competition #1 with Chef Mike Robins, from Sous Sol in Winnipeg chosen by the 400 guests to receive the People’s Choice award. Chef Robins created a dish with some of the following ingredients: cold smoked halibut … Read more

Blue Water Cafe Celebrates Sustainability from the Sea – Unsung Heroes Festival Returns With New Delights To Discover –

  Take a deep dive with Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar and discover new delicious delights with the Fourteenth Annual Unsung Heroes Festival.   Offered from February 1st to 27th, the Unsung Heroes Festival celebrates lesser known and often overlooked fin and seafood to educate diners about alternative sustainable Ocean Wise choices. Executive Chef … Read more

LA SAINT-VALENTIN: AU COMPTOIR CELEBRATES VALENTINE’S DAY WITH EXCLUSIVE DINNER SERVICE ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Kitsilano Brasserie Co-owners Maxime Bettili and Julien Aubin Extend Invitation for Sweethearts to Indulge in a Romantic, Paris-by-way-of-West-Coast Experience   Bring your special someone and let the staff at Au Comptoir ‘faire un diner en amoureux’ by taking part in a very special Valentine’s Day dinner service at the acclaimed Kitsilano bistro on Wednesday, February 14. … Read more

Provence’s Tour D’Amour Valentine Dinner a Tour de Force

  Tour D’Amour Valentine’s Dinner a Tour de Force   The French know a thing or two about romance and the art of seduction; so who better to create the ultimate Valentine’s Day dinner than Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia of Provence Marinaside. Chef Jean-Francis understands the power of food to fan the flames of love. In … Read more

Valentine’s Day Isn’t it Romantic…not

Okay here we go, one of the most dreaded days on the calendar is almost here – February 14th. That’s right Valentine’s Day.   This is an article I wrote and published four years ago that I thought was worth recycling with some updates. Historically Saint Valentine was said to be a Saint from the 3rd century … Read more

Mamie Taylor’s Lets the Good Times Roll

Mardi Gras menu brings the Big Easy to Van City, Feb. 9-15 Mamie Taylor’s is bringing a touch of Bourbon Street to Chinatown next month with two weeks of special Mardi Gras menus in honour of New Orleans’ 300th anniversary year. If you haven’t haven’t already booked tickets and accommodations in The Big Easy, Mamie Taylor’s, Chinatown’s original … Read more