Gold medals announced for 2016 Air New Zealand Wine Awards

Following three days of judging over 1,400 wines, 91 gold medals have been awarded in this year’s Air New Zealand Wine Awards. Chair of Judges and Master of Wine Michael Brajkovich said the most pleasing aspect of this year’s awards was the spread of gold medals across a number of varieties and regions. “Pinot Noir … Read more

LUMIERE TO ILLUMINATE WEST END’S PUBLIC SPACES: ANNUAL EVENT RETURNS TO JIM DEVA PLAZA AND MORTON PARK 

  This December, experience Lumiere… an annual event inspired by light and artistic expression, driven by community and connection. Lighting up Vancouver’s iconic West End, Morton Park and Jim Deva Plaza will come alive with a series of light art installations, performances and community building initiatives. On Saturday, December 3, watch for the return of … Read more

PuSh International Performing Arts Festival Announces 2017 Lineup 

  Three-week festival showcases groundbreaking contemporary  theatre, dance, multimedia & music    The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival (PuSh Festival) presents its 13th annual edition, taking place January 16 to February 5, 2017 at various Vancouver venues. Acclaimed artists representing 11 countries will descend on the city for the signature, three-week mid-winter event. From staggering spectacles to intimately immersive … Read more

LIVE FRANK TOUR COMES TO TULALIP RESORT CASINO NOVEMBER 26 

  Get Ready To Laugh Out Loud When Frank Caliendo Takes The Stage At Tulalip’s Orca Ballroom On Saturday, November 26th, comedian, actor, and impressionist Frank Caliendo will take the stage at Tulalip Resort Casino’s Orca Ballroom for two exclusive performances. The show times are 7 p.m. (early) and 10 p.m. (late), with doors opening one … Read more

Malcolm Aiken’s CD Launch Party for “NEW FUTURES”

  On a night that was supposed to be the beginning of three massive storms, Guilt & Co hosted a full house to Malcolm and his band’s unveiling of their new CD “NEW FUTURES”.  Guilt and Company is a small underground live music bar underneath the Chill Winston restaurant in the heart of Gastown. It … Read more

West Coast Christmas Show Launches this Friday featuring Pokemon Sun & Pokemon Moon

If you’re looking to escape the shopping mall crowds and find gifts made by local companies and artisans, check out the West Coast Christmas Show & Marketplace on November 18 to 20, 2016 at the TRADEX Trade and Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, BC. Over two hundred vendors, including over 140 select artisans will offer items … Read more

My Bucketlist Adventure – Enjoying Royal High Tea at The Empress

  We all have bucket list items.  Some are big, like a trip to Tuscany in Italy, while others are more achievable such as going skiing in Whistler, or eating sashimi for the very first time.  One of my bucket list items for a long time has been to have High Tea at the Empress … Read more

Newsworthy Events at the 9th West Coast Christmas Show

  If you’re looking to escape the shopping mall crowds and find gifts made by local companies and artisans, check out the West Coast Christmas Show & Marketplace on November 18 to 20, 2016 at the TRADEX Trade and Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, BC. Over two hundred vendors, including over 140 select artisans will offer … Read more

#MarketMonday – Local Food Global Flavours campaign spotlights Asian foods at Vancouver Farmers Markets

  November typically marks the end of peak harvest season in British Columbia, but the stalls at Vancouver Farmers Markets (VFM) winter markets are still full of a wide assortment of fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Popular produce items like kale, cucumbers, and tomatoes are in abundance but shoppers will find more than just trendy … Read more

Make A Joyful Post This Christmas

  Giant card installation to help people living with mental illness   WHAT: This Christmas, Harbour Centre and the Vancouver Lookout, in partnership with The Kettle Society, are inviting Vancouverites to make A Joyful Post to support people living with mental illness. Harbour Centre’s lobby will house a large-scale, festive installation where the public can … Read more