The Irish Heather Revives Beloved Long Table Series

Gastown gastropub’s dinner series returns, along with a revamped menu Vancouver’s most authentic and traditional Irish pub is bringing back its acclaimed social dining experience. On the first and third Monday of September, The Irish Heather will once again host its highly anticipated Long Table Series.   This unique series allows hungry guests to hunker … Read more

Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia #TasteofThursday recipe

HEIRLOOM TOMATO AND NECTARINE SALAD with GRILLED PRAWNS AND BASIL OIL   Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia Serves 2 For Vinaigrette: 2.5 Tbsp. sherry vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard ½ cup  extra virgin olive oil salt to taste For Basil Oil: Small bunch of basil – blanched and pressed to remove excess moisture ¾ cup extra virgin olive … Read more

CHEFMEETSBCGRAPE Signature Tasting Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 7 PM

Arts Club Theatre Company and Wines of British Columbia present  CHEFMEETSBCGRAPE Signature Tasting   The Arts Club and Wines of British Columbia will host the 11th annual ChefmeetsBCGrape Signature Tasting on September 16 at the Vancouver Convention Centre East. Up to 90 BC VQA wineries will pour in excess of 350 wines at this fun … Read more

The Wines of British Columbia Shine at The Judgment of BC Wine Tasting

The Wines of British Columbia were put to the ultimate test at the Judgment of BC on Tuesday, August 25, pitting 12 BC Wines against 12 acknowledged global benchmarks. We are proud to announce BC’s C.C. Jentsch Syrah 2013 from the Okanagan Valley ranked first among the flight of Syrah, and Soumah Chardonnay Single Vineyard 2013 … Read more

Lamplighter Pub to host Guinness World Record pinball marathon attempt 

Pinball champion Eden Stamm to start his flipper marathon September 8th For over 60 years, Guinness World Records have inspired people to feats of endurance, creativity, and strength in the attempt to add their names to the list of world record holders. Donnelly Group is excited to support one of those crazy dreamers as on September 8th, … Read more

Monty Python Meets Dr. Seuss in Infectiously Fun Adventure from Best-of-Fest Winners

13-Time “Best-of-Fest” Winners James & Jamesy Set Sail on an Uproarious Theatrical Adventure in  – High Tea –   Monty Python meets Dr. Seuss in an infectiously fun, perpetually playful wonderland from Fringe Festival favourites From the multi-award winning, masterful comedians James & Jamesy comes the inventive and outrageously funny theatrical adventure High Tea, on stage September … Read more

Tasting Plates YVR: Commercial Drive

  As the hot August sun shined down and we waited in line to enter Fredrico’s Supper Club for another Tasting Plates YVR, you cannot help but notice the fresh fruits next door and the characters that walk along the street. Commercial Drive is a neighbourhood of character, diversity, and a “judge all you want” … Read more

THE PASSION CONTINUES

Tickets on sale now for the 12th annual Scotiabank Passions Gala, benefiting the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation   Prepare to sip and savour and share at one of Vancouver’s landmark culinary events on September 13, 2015, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., as Scotiabank Passions – a benefit for the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation returns … Read more

L’Epicerie Gourmande Introduces Limited-Edition Macarons

Mmm mmm macarons. Who doesn’t adore the French cookie that has taken Vancouver by storm with many bakeries and patisseries featuring this delicate meringue confection.  French Gourmet shop L’Epicerie Gourmande is well- known for its specialty macarons that have been created to celebrate occasions such as Mother’s Day and Canada Day.   In addition to its … Read more

CATHAY PACIFIC SEAT SALE TO POPULAR CITIES IN ASIA

Special Economy and Premium Economy Class airfares now on sale until 28 August, 2015   Sadly the sultry summer days will soon turn into gloomy winter nights, so for those wishing to avoid the rain or snow, now is the time to take advantage of Cathay Pacific’s extremely low fares to a multitude of popular … Read more