Spring has arrived in a glass…

Introducing the 2014 Vaïla Rosé. Made from Pinot Noir grapes, which are grown exclusively for this wine.   It is a serious wine that is fun, delicate and absolutely perfect for the summer. It shows explosive aromas of rhubarb sorbet, pink grapefruit rind and the amazing bright and crunchy red fruit, that BC rosés are becoming … Read more

Canadian Flavours Gala to Celebrate Canadian Food & Wine on April 30th

 Make space in your schedule for the Canadian Flavours Gala at Terminal City Club on Thursday, April 30 2015.   Guests will enjoy an evening with 15 chefs from some of Canada’s best-known restaurants, sampling delicious Canadian cuisine paired with spring releases from the Naramata Bench Wineries Association.   There is an impressive roster of critically acclaimed chefs … Read more

20th Annual Okanagan Fest-of-Ale a huge success!

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF GREAT BEER! 20TH ANNUAL OKANAGAN FEST-OF-ALE, APRIL 10&11, 2015   Well over 4,000 people attended the two day celebration of the hop at the 20th Annual Okanagan Fest-of-Ale beer tasting event held in Penticton April 10th and 11th. Craft beer and cider lovers had the opportunity to enjoy tastings of great beers … Read more

B.C. Gin Gets Better with Age

Odd Society Spirits Releases Second Edition of Wallflower Oaken Gin Odd Society Spirits is set to launch their second release of Wallflower Oaken Gin on Friday, April 17, 2015. The East Van distillery doubled their production for this limited edition gin, aging 200 litres in American white oak rye casks for six months. With approximately 500 bottles available, … Read more

First Annual Wild About Vancouver Outdoor Education Festival

The inaugural Wild About Vancouver Outdoor Education Festival will take place April 16 – 22. The free festival is a celebration of outdoor learning intended to connect Vancouverites to local nature. Wild About Vancouver (WAV, pronounced “wave”) Outdoor Education Festival invites students, teachers, families, individuals and organizations to come together for a week of exploration into … Read more

Mother’s Day must-haves from MOE’S Home Collection

Now that Easter festivities are behind us, it’s time to focus all attention on Mom. For most families, Mom is the heart of the household, possessing the uncanny ability to bring the whole clan together under one roof. This Mother’s Day, kick her hostess game up a notch and treat Mommy Dearest to a gift from MOE’S Home Collection and provide her space … Read more

Bel Café offers a fresh start for spring 

David Hawksworth’s café’s healthy new additions include Nectar juices and sumptuous salads   Welcoming the season of warmth and sunshine, Chef David Hawksworth’s Bel Café is breathing fresh air into its vibrant menu with delicious and healthy new items. From light salads to vitamin-packed Nectar Juicery juices, these new additions are wholesome and nutritious while offering delectable … Read more

BARD ON THE BEACH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL’S 26th SEASON IS HERE

 PLAY & SPECIAL EVENTS TICKETS ON SALE APRIL 8   Vancouver’s Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival begins its 26th season in Vanier Park on June 4 with an exciting lineup of plays, concerts and special events. All tickets for Bard on the Beach go on sale April 8 for the 2015 season, which runs from June 4 to September 26.   THE COMEDY … Read more