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Wine dinner series pits B.C. vintners against varieties from around the globe Wine connoisseurs can soon take a tasting tour of the globe’s foremost wine regions without leaving the city. Premier Italian eatery Cibo Trattoria is hosting its next edition of “Bottle Royale,” a comparative wine tasting dinner on Wednesday August 5th, 2015. A perfect night … Read more
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Featuring a poolside beachwear fashion show and the live water ballet of the Aqualillies Saturday, August 8th 2015, 6:00pm – 10:00pm The world’s only performance of synchronized swimming in a winery setting • Join us for a wonderful party as our Wine Experience Center is converted into a Miami-inspired … Read more
Picture this – a well-appointed suite in a luxury resort with views over-looking Lake Okanagan and the mountains beyond, a perfectly laid table laden with beautiful food, champagne flutes sparkling with effervescent bubbles, the dark and vibrant seduction of a Prohibition-era speakeasy. What’s missing from this picture? You are! A fun-filled weekend awaits the … Read more
Ahhh tomatoes – the ultimate summer food – ripe, juicy and brimming with sunshine goodness. Tomatoes are a passion for many people – including Provence Chefs/Proprietors Alessandra and Jean-Francis Quaglia. “We are fortunate to have so many heirloom varieties available locally,” says Chef Jean-Francis. “There isn’t any flavour that says ‘summer’ more to me than … Read more
Summer just isn’t complete without heading out to one of the many wonderful Festivals that take place on Vancouver Island each year! The Filberg Festival is one of those Festivals that has become a tradition to attend for many. We have added a Friday evening concert this year featuring the Cowboy Junkies and you … Read more
BC Pinot Noir Celebration tickets on sale and selling fast! It was for the love of pinot noir, and over a pint of beer, that three local wineries were inspired to launch the annual BC Pinot Noir Celebration. Today, the three reflect on how the event has instigated collaboration among the region’s best pinot … Read more
THE ROYAL TREATMENT: CHEF DAVID GUNAWAN’S NEW FARM-TO-TABLE RESTAURANT ROYAL DINETTE NOW OPEN IN VANCOUVER’S FINANCIAL DISTRICT Locally-Sourced Menu, Casual Ambiance and Professional Service Come Together for Distinctive Chef-Driven Dining in the Downtown Core Royal Dinette, a fresh new restaurant concept that brings authentic farm-to-table cuisine to downtown Vancouver courtesy of celebrated locavore … Read more
Experience the best of island wine this summer The Story: Blue Grouse invites you to taste their wines at several locations across BC this summer. Blue Grouse Estate Winery opened doors to their brand new tasting room and winery facility in May and hundreds of people from across Vancouver Island, British Columbia and … Read more
With thanks to Boulevard’s Director of Operations, Steve Edwards, (also a certified sommelier) who has suggested a couple of beverage pairings which we’re sharing along with the recipe (see below): “To pair with Chef Alex’s Korean Galbi ‘Dog’, I would recommend something refreshing like a Stanley Park Pilsner. For wine, I’d suggest a lighter, earthy … Read more
