Blue Mountain Wines Headline Long Table Dinner at Hart House

  On Friday, June 23 2017, Hart House Restaurant at Deer Lake will host a special long table dinner featuring the wines of BC’s Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars. Guests will enjoy a four-course dinner al fresco at a shared long table. The event is a perfect opportunity to experience Hart House’s award-winning Pacific Northwest … Read more

Whistler’s Nita Lake Lodge opens newly revamped Cure Lounge and Patio 

Refreshed, rustic-chic space offers craft cocktails and seasonal sips Nita Lake Lodge is thrilled to unveil the re-designed Cure Lounge, which officially re-opened this past weekend. The new space combines architects Scott & Scott’s stripped-back Canadiana-cabin style with interior designer Carolyn Scholz’s subtle and modern vision to create an open-concept space that perfectly captures the … Read more

Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship Foundation announced two Toronto finalists 

  Josh Adamo of Auberge du Pommier & Andrew Lecky of Langdon Hall carry on to the final competition for a chance at the $10,000 grand prize The Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship is thrilled to announce Andrew Lecky of Langdon Hall and Josh Adamo of Auberge du Pommier as the finalists of 2017’s Toronto Regional Heat. … Read more

HAPPY! A Singing Fundraiser For Music Heals!

WE’RE HOLDING A “SING FOR A CAUSE” EVENT TO BENEFIT MUSIC HEALS, ON WEDNESDAY MAY 24 2017 AT ST JAMES HALL, KITSILANO: • On Wednesday May 24, 7.30 to 10pm, at St James Hall in Kitsilano everyone that attends (Yes! Everyone!) will be given lyric sheets and the whole venue will be taught to sing … Read more

Devour! Osoyoos Food Film Fest Announces Winners of Second Annual Event

  Chefs, wineries and film-makers brought their best game to South Okanagan’s Watermark Beach Resort last weekend   The second annual Devour! Osoyoos Food Film Fest had chefs and filmmakers vying for honours May 5 – 7 at the Watermark Beach Resort. The event is modelled on the seven-year-old Devour! The Food Film Fest, founded … Read more

Hawksworth Scholarship Announces Celebrity Chef Fundraising Dinners 

  Top chefs unite across Canada to inspire the next generation of culinary stars Competition is heating up in the Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship’s 2017 search to find Canada’s top chef under 28. Hundreds of applicants from around the country have been whittled down to 10 in each regional final. The top two from each … Read more

Gastown Chicken Fight Returns for a Sixth Year of Wing to Wing Combat

  The Lamplighter hosts Gastown bars and restaurants to find the king of wings   On Sunday, May 21st, The Lamplighter Pub is inviting wing lovers to be part of the sixth annual Gastown Chicken Fight, which brings the restaurants and bars of the neighbourhood together in competition to see who can make the best … Read more

Tropical Ale Storm to Sweep Vancouver Craft Beer Week

  Vancouver Craft Beer Week’s 2017 Collaboration Beer: Hazy Pale Infused with Guava and Passionfruit to be Released May 18, 2017 Vancouver Craft Beer Week kicks off on May 26, 2017 but brewers from around the province have already gathered in the spirit of community to brew the festival’s annual Collaboration Beer: Hazy Pale Infused with … Read more

INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR PROMOTES CITY AS GLOBAL ART HUB

  Now in its third year, Art! Vancouver continues to take advantage of an urban stage primed for an international art fair. The city’s natural beauty, ease of living, cultural diversity and amenities make it ripe for an international art fair, says Lisa Wolfin, director of Art! Vancouver. “After seeing what other cities have done … Read more

Singletree Winery Releases Grüner Veltliner

  The Highly Anticipated Single Varietal Releases for Mother’s Day   What : Singletree Release of Grüner Veltliner When: Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 14 (12-5:30pm) Where: Singletree Winery (5782 Mt. Lehman Road, Abbotsford) Just in time for Mother’s Day is the first chance to sample and purchase the Singletree 2016 Grüner Veltliner. (Retail price is $17.30 per tax) … Read more