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Experience the Art of Liquidity Wines in the Heart of Wine Country™ Photo contest, artist lecture series and special commissions at the winery this summer

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Take a trip to the heart of Okanagan Falls this summer for an immersive art experience at the award-winning Liquidity Wines. Recently awarded the prestigious Chardonnay du Monde silver medal prize in France for its world-class 2013 vintage Chardonnay, Liquidity Wines is based on the three pillars of art, wine and food. From free artist lectures … Read more

Summerhill Goes for the Gold

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  Cipes Brut wins Double Gold Medal at prestigious US competition Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Canada’s foremost producer of sparkling wine, has received a Double Gold Medal for its flagship Cipes Brut at the 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition (SFIWC). Celebrating its 25th vintage this fall, the Cipes Brut is the most consistently-awarded sparkling wine in Canada, … Read more

Announcing Pascal Madevon Signature Ltd.

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  Acclaimed French Winemaker Opens Consultancy in Okanagan Valley After 30 years as head winemaker of prestigious Bordeaux and Okanagan estates, Pascal Madevon is excited to announce the start of a new chapter: the launch of his vineyard management and winemaking consultancy. Through his new venture, Pascal Madevon Signature Ltd., the classically trained expert viticulturist … Read more

The Wines of British Columbia Stand up to the World at The Second Annual Judgment of BC Wine Tasting

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    The Wines of British Columbia were put to the ultimate test at the second annual Judgment of BC on Tuesday, June 21, pitting 12 BC Wines against 12 acknowledged global benchmarks. We are proud to announce BC’s CedarCreek Platinum Block 3 Riesling 2012 from the Okanagan Valley placed second closely behind Max Ferd. … Read more

From the Vine to the Glass – Tinhorn Creek Offers New Tours and Tastings

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  Get immersed in the winemaking process and explore the vineyard Experience a new side of Tinhorn Creek Vineyards this summer with private tour and tasting options that offer a unique opportunity to sample top tier Oldfield Series wines in a private winery setting. Sip award-winning wines ‘behind the scenes’ while discovering innovative winemaking techniques … Read more

COOK ITALY TOURS

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Recently I had the opportunity to taste the wonderful culinary skills of Chef Dana Reinhardt at a preview of her next Cook Italy culinary tour in Tuscania. With special thanks to Chef Dana, look for the recipe for Pea Panna Cotta which will be featured on our next #TasteofThursday on MyVanCity.ca. It would be wonderful … Read more

PERICLES JOINS THE 27TH SEASON OF BARD ON THE BEACH

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  Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival continues its 27th season with the opening of Pericles on the Howard Family Stage in the Douglas Campbell Theatre Tent. Directed by Lois Anderson, this fast-paced, thrilling tale set in an ancient mythical world follows a prince’s arduous quest to find love and the meaning of life. Pericles … Read more

Early Music Vancouver Announces First-Ever Vancouver Bach Festival

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    ‘Best of Bach’ Lineup Brings World-Renowned Baroque Musicians to Heart of Downtown this Summer   Early Music Vancouver (EMV) proudly presents its first-ever Vancouver Bach Festival, August 2 –12, 2016, at Christ Church Cathedral and the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Audiences have the opportunity to experience some of J.S. Bach’s best known works on … Read more

This Sandwich That Beer: VEGETARIAN THROWDOWN!

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The Uncommon Café has been paired with Strange Fellows Brewing for the first ever VEGETARIAN edition of the “This Sandwich, That Beer Throw-down”. Join us June 26th 2016 at The Portside Pub to taste, drink and vote (for us obviously).   Details of our entry are still top secret!! Tickets and info can be found … Read more

SUMMER TREATS Beaucoup Bakery launches new summer pastries for a limited time

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  Beaucoup Bakery & Café celebrates the arrival of summer with several new additions to its popular line-up. For a limited time, starting today, June 21, 2016, customers can enjoy an indulgent-worthy Peanut Butter & Jelly Ice Cream Sandwich, BC Blueberry Yuzu Double Baked Croissant, Seasonal Berry Tart, and savoury Romesco Tomato Flatbread with Salsa … Read more