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Bard on the Beach – A Winter’s Tale review

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  Shakespeare wrote tragedies and comedies and frequently added romantic relationships to both. In The Winter’s Tale, Shakespeare writes a tragedy in which jealousy and love become the catalyst to the romantic plot. Today, in court, lawyers would plead temporary insanity or a moment of unexplainable jealousy. But this brief episode brought about such untold … Read more

SOMM LIKES IT HOT: CIBO TRATTORIA UNCORKS SERIES OF MONTHLY SUMMER WINE DINNERS

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  Trio of Italian Dinners Pair Sparkling, Piemonte, Southern Italian Wines with Multi-Course Menus   As the warm weather arrives, so too does an ongoing series of monthly Summer Wine Dinners at Cibo Trattoria, where GM and Wine Director Mark Taylor will shine a spotlight on an array of notable wines on July 26, August 23 and … Read more

Drake White & The Big Fire will headline Truck Stop Concert Series #2 on July 15th

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  Country and roots show will be a highlight of summer at Red Truck Beer   A cloudy day couldn’t dampen the crowd’s enthusiasm during June’s sold-out first show in the Red Truck Beer Truck Stop Concert Series. The long-awaited arrival of hot summer sunshine has been timed perfectly for the next show in the … Read more

Cook your catch with Wolf in the Fog and Tofino 1st Class Fishing 

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Experience the ultimate fish and dine adventure   Experience a unique West Coast culinary adventure with Wolf in the Fog and Tofino 1st Class Fishing’s exciting new Fish & Dine package. “We’re so excited to be able to offer guests such an authentic West Coast experience”, says Jorge Bandarian, General Manager at Wolf in the … Read more

#TasteofThursday Summer Cocktail time “Berber Iced Tea”

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  ‘Berber Iced Tea’ Cocktail     Wash down a plate of waffles with this easy-drinking libation inspired by the unique flavours of the Mediterranean. Featuring a trifecta of black, green and mint tea, this boozy take on a classic iced tea is a light and refreshing option for daytime drinkers. The toasted fennel seeds … Read more

Three Guilt-Free Dessert Spots in Vancouver

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  Let’s face it, sugar is delicious. Cakes, ice cream, chocolate, and sprinkles – they’re all so sugary and sweet, but also fattening and counter-productive to a ketogenic diet. But what if I told you that you could have your cake and eat it too? The ketogenic diet involves reaching a state of ketosis. This … Read more

Blue Grouse Estate Winery has a handful of fun ways to spend your summer days

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Summer is in full swing at Blue Grouse Estate Winery News, events and vintage releases Sip your way in to the most exciting season of the year at Blue Grouse Estate Winery. Here’s the latest on upcoming summer celebrations at the winery: Back and tastier than ever: Thank you for patiently waiting on Blue Grouse’s new … Read more

H2 Rotisserie & Bar Launches Long Table Dinner Series

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  Monthly al fresco long table wine dinners kick off July 5 at The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver   Summer time is for lounging outdoors, meeting new people, and catching up with friends and loved ones over inspired food and great beverages. That’s why the Westin Bayshore’s newly minted H2 Rotisserie & Bar is re-launching the hotel’s … Read more

Vancouver Bach Festival Returns and Grows with Dazzling Lineup of World-Class Artists

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  Early Music Vancouver Marks 500th Anniversary of the Protestant Reformation by Celebrating Music’s Power to Transform  Early Music Vancouver (EMV) proudly presents the return of the Vancouver Bach Festival, August 1 – 11, 2017 at the Christ Church Cathedral in the heart of downtown, and at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Following the … Read more