SUMMER HAS ARRIVED AT OYAMA!

  Oyama has convenient and delicious culinary options to complement summer.   *      FIREWORKS – Fitting pairings for the national displays: o   July 23 – the Netherlands – Dutch smokie & Goudabrat o   July 27 – Australia – Lamb bratwurst with Australian Shiraz & Lamb Prosciutto o   July 30 – USA – Texas Bison bratwurst & Kansas … Read more

#TasteofThursday Kohlrabi Taco recipe from Chef Jack Chen of Royal Dinette

  Kohlrabi Taco, Pork Shoulder Galbi, Almond Saam, Pickled Apricot   Makes 24-30 bite sized tacos. Kohlrabi INGREDIENTS: 2 – 3 Large kohlrabi METHOD: Peel and slice thinly on mandolin into thin rounds, about 2mm thick. Season lightly with 0.5% salt, and squeeze out moisture. Set aside. Pork Shoulder INGREDIENTS: 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar … Read more

CELEBRATE SUMMER IN THE CITY AT BEACH BAY CAFÉ AND PATIO

  Enjoy lively West End festivals and get the best seats in the city this season Summer in the city is a special time for Vancouver’s vibrant West End. The neighbourhood comes alive with an explosion of colour on the streets – and in the sky – for the Celebration of Light fireworks festival and … Read more

Oktoberfest meets Gatsby at Nita Lake Lodge for Cornucopia’s opening weekend 

  Delight in lakeside luxury during Whistler’s world-class food & drink festival November 11-13, 2016 Marking its 20th anniversary, Whistler’s Cornucopia returns with two weeks of food and drink themed events, seminars and dinners taking place November 9-20, 2016. Nita Lake Lodge is the place to be for opening weekend with a trio of Sip & … Read more

Get Ready For The Deighton Cup’s Feast and a Ticket GIVEAWAY

  Time to get your stylish hats, chic dresses, flashy bow ties, and colourful suspenders! Vancouver’s most stylish event, the Deighton Cup is about to take place and will be bigger than ever. This year derby-goers will have entry to a whole new VIP experience with access to the Marquee and Concourse. Not only will … Read more

Pericles at Bard on the Beach – a review

  Are you looking to do something different? How about an evening of adventure, love, deceit, incest, treachery, murder, potential prostitution and a happy ending? If you are, schedule an evening in Shakespeare’s seldom performed play, Pericles at Bard on the Beach. These all are a part of an unusual play for Shakespeare as it … Read more

FARMERS MARKETS CELEBRATE PEAK OF BERRY SEASON THIS WEEK WITH ANNUAL PIE BAKE OFF

Vancouver Farmers Markets are celebrating the bounty of BC berries this week at their 6th Annual Berry Festival, which takes place Wednesday at Main Street Station Market and Sunday at Mount Pleasant Market. This family friendly event will feature a BC Berry Pie Bake Off, which invites all comers both pro and amateur to enter their favourite berry pie for a chance to win great … Read more

#MarketMonday vendor Six Legs Good Apiaries

East Vancouver Beekeepers. Local Honey, Local Queens We are a beekeeping company based out of East Vancouver, producing local honey, beeswax, and locally raised queens. Our bees are located in backyards around Vancouver and Surrey. We are incredibly excited to announce that we received funding from the Lush Sustainable Fund! We are using it to double our … Read more

#FridayFavourites – what to do this weekend thru July 15

  The Deighton Cup 2016 GIVEAWAY   Lobster Fest Returns to Provence   Don’t Miss This Evocative Entertainment Experience!   Marquis Wines Supports Vancouver Youth Pride       BOILING POINT: BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2016 DATES FOR SUNDAY SEAFOOD BOIL SERIES   Gin & Meat Lovers Unite!   FRESH SHEET: ROYAL … Read more

Fitness Studio SWEAT Vancity Launches in North Vancouver

Introducing a revolutionary TRX workout that empowers mind and body SWEAT Vancity is pleased to announce the grand opening of their premier fitness studio conveniently located at 130 – 400 Brooksbank Avenue, across from Park and Tilford Shopping Centre, in North Vancouver. Why SWEAT? Founded by Christine Maher and Kevin Banno, with the help of expert TRX Trainer Scott Kehoe and … Read more