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Shedding its previous reputation as Vancouver’s industrial ghost town, this summer, South Vancouver is treating its surrounding communities to an increasing amount of activities and events that are transforming the area into an urban hub that is accessible residents of Vancouver, Richmond, and Burnaby. The City of Vancouver and its various community associations … Read more
It doesn’t matter whether you call them ‘tomatoes,’ ‘tomahtoes,’ ‘tomates’ or ‘pomodoro’ – everyone agrees that the tomato is the ultimate summer ingredient. Eaten fresh-picked out-of-hand, chopped into salsas and salads, juiced, roasted or sun-dried – there are almost as many ways to enjoy their flavourful goodness as there are heirloom varieties. For the … Read more
The 8th annual FarmFolk CityFolk Okanagan Feast of Fields being held on Sunday, August 14th is now just a few weeks away. Described as a wandering harvest festival, it showcases some of the very best of the region including chefs, farmers, fishers, ranchers, food artisans, vintners, brewers, and distillers. Okanagan Feast of Fields highlights the connections between farmer and chef, field to … Read more
This past week, Vancouver Foodster hosted another of the ever popular Tasting Plates tours, this time in the Fraserhood area of East Vancouver. The perfect excuse to visit Vancouver’s many, diverse neighbourhoods, Tasting Plates are self-guided tours that give you the chance to try a variety of tasty offerings from the participating restaurants, cafes … Read more
Counter-Service Restaurant to Offer Casual, Locally Sourced Take on Asian Fare, Sit-Down, Take-Out Lunch Options An inspired blend of Far-East flavours and fresh, locally sourced ingredients arrives on the doorstep of downtown Vancouver later this summer when celebrated chef Felix Zhou opens the doors of Heritage Asian Eatery in the heart of the city’s Financial District at 1108 Pender … Read more
Don’t miss seasonal salmon bakes at YEW this summer On Sundays August 14, 21, 28 a limited number of guests will be able to book a seat at YEW’s communal table for an over-the-top, interactive wild salmon bake. Raise a glass of YEW’s red or white Summer Sangria and make new friends as hands … Read more
Tulalip Resort Casino’s Ultimate Buffet Offers Guests a Whole New Experience Steak, shrimp, seafood, and create your own pizza nights are what’s being added to the always palate yearning Eagles Buffet menu at Tulalip Resort Casino. Chef John Jadamec is pulling no punches with his new themed dining options. Want proof? Who else offers a … Read more
Canada turns 150 next year and the Vancouver International Wine Festival has invited the wine world to the party. And the wine world has responded: the festival will feature more than 100 international wineries and about 75 Canadian wineries at Canada’s premier wine show. The Canadian lineup includes wineries from British Columbia, Ontario and, … Read more
New VIP experience gives guests a taste of Okanagan Falls’ finest vintages Liquidity Wines is pleased to announce the release of its new wines for the summer, including the 2014 Chardonnay Reserve, 2014 Pinot Noir Reserve and 2014 Pinot Noir Equity. To celebrate these premium wines, Liquidity Wines will be offering a new VIP Tasting … Read more
Quini (www.quiniwine.com), the leader in real-time wine tasting sensory data and technology solutions today announced that Philippe C. Grandbois (www.philippegbois.com) has become its newest Value Added Reseller (VAR). The partnership expands distribution opportunities for Quini’s enterprise data and software solutions. Philippe, a recognized hospitality and wine industry expert and consultant, is based in Vancouver, … Read more