First Host Gathering: Learn About Indigenous Culture and Tourism in BC

  Connecting Vancouver’s Tourism Professionals  and Indigenous Tourism First Host Gathering will be held at the Bill Reid Gallery and over a dozen Indigenous cultural tourism operators will be in attendance. This event invites members of the hospitality industry to interact with and learn about the key players in BC’s Indigenous tourism sector and to … Read more

Spring has Sprung at Blue Grouse Estate Winery & Vineyard

Winery and Vineyard of 2017, named by Luxury Travel Guide  Now that the Cowichan Valley is thawing out, Blue Grouse Estate Winery‘s Spring Schedule is blooming with activity. Here’s everything you need to know: Winery and Vineyard of the Year 2017 Hot news! The Luxury Travel Guide has named Blue Grouse Estate Winery and Vineyard the best in Canada. This … Read more

Discover the newest line-up from Ford at the Vancouver International Auto Show

  Earlier this week I enjoyed a sneak peak of the 2018 Ford line-up presented by Ford Canada. I definitely had my favourites which I’ve listed here, along with a “if I won the lottery” pick. Last summer we had a blast testing the Ford Edge on a family road trip to Vancouver Island. It was the … Read more

The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge

  It was perfect. Outside a dull, dreary, and rainy Vancouver afternoon. Inside, an appreciative audience captivated by the lyrical outpourings of 30 young men; members of the world-renowned, The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge. Great choirs require the ability to effortlessly move and sequence from one piece of music to another. There has to … Read more

St. Regis Bar and Grill Launch New Brunch Menu

  This past Saturday, The St. Regis Bar & Grill located in the historic St. Regis Hotel, launched a new brunch menu under Executive Chef Daniel Ackland. In line with the hotel’s commitment to quality service, the menu was designed to offer classic brunch favourites using ingredients locally and sustainably sourced, with everything made from … Read more

 “COME HERE FOR THE HALIBUT”

  FRESH HOOK-AND-LINE CAUGHT HALIBUT SPECIALS FROM TULALIP KITCHENS THIS APRIL AND MAY Tulalip Resort Casino restaurants are cooking up a halibut storm starting April 3 through May 31 in celebration of the 2017 halibut season. Working with local fish suppliers for the freshest fare available, Executive Chef Perry Mascitti and his culinary team are planning … Read more

#TasteofThursday Dungeness Crab Mac & Cheese recipe

  About Chef Buchanan Chef David Buchanan has been at the helm Blackfish Wild Salmon Grill and Bar since its inception in 2008, and is also the owner/chef contributor/researcher of www.Chefs-Resources.com website and is considered to be a Pacific Northwest culinary expert in his field.  

EASTER SUNDAY, WEST COAST-STYLE: BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR PRESENTS EXCLUSIVE BUFFET BRUNCH SERVICE ON APRIL 16

  Executive Chef Alex Chen to Prepare Easter Feast Featuring Classic Brunch Favourites, Charcuterie, Seafood Bar, Carving Stations and Kids’-Only Menu Including Take-Home Chocolate Bunny   Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is extending an invitation for friends and family to gather together and celebrate Easter in true West Coast-style with a gourmet buffet brunch service on Sunday, … Read more

SPRINGTIME SWEETS: CHOCOLATIER THOMAS HAAS UNVEILS LATEST COLLECTION OF EASTER-THEMED CONFECTIONS

Thomas Haas’ Lineup for 2017 Includes Whimsical Bunnies, Hens and Chicks, Truffle Eggs in New Exotic Flavours and Special Prizes for Annual Charitable Easter Raffle    Renowned chocolatier Thomas Haas is welcoming spring by unveiling his latest annual collection of handcrafted Easter-themed confections — available exclusively at both Thomas Haas Chocolates & Pâtisserie locations — and bringing back his annual Charitable Easter … Read more