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Celebrate Year of The Sheep with Haywire Lunar Wines Haywire Lunar New Year White 2013 features an artistically designed Chinese character of the “sheep”, crafted by Haywire Winery to welcome the Year of the Sheep in 2015 and to pair perfectly with Asian cuisine. Isabel Wu Photography With the dynamic Asian dining culture in Vancouver … Read more
Flagship Location to Feature Tacofino’s Celebrated Mexican-inspired Fare, Patio, Full Bar and Lounge and Separate Take-Out Entrance The West Coast’s beloved Tacofino is set to serve up its signature brand of eclectic, Mexican-inspired cuisine in downtown Vancouver this January when it officially unfolds its new flagship Taco Bar in a fully restored heritage space in historic Gastown. Located in … Read more
Odd Society Spirits Deliver Both the Sweet and the Bitter With a grain-to-glass philosophy and a craft distillery designation, all spirits served at the Odd Society Spirits Cocktail Lounge are legally required to be created onsite. In order to expand their portfolio of spirits and liqueurs while elevating their already strong cocktail program, Odd Society Spirits obtained a … Read more
If you haven’t had the opportunity to experience Fly Over Canada, and want to get into the holiday spirit, I highly recommend you visit the Christmas edition. Join Santa and his elves as you fly across Canada, and make a magical stop at the North Pole. Cheerful holiday decor greets you when you arrive, and … Read more
Does your list includes the most difficult to buy for during the holiday season? No worries we’ve got you covered, even if… “I’ll be happy with whatever I get” “I really don’t need anything” “Thanks, another tie” “These florescent socks sure stand out” “Well if I lose a few pounds it will fit perfectly” “That … Read more
There is nothing more romantic and stunning than a million “stars” shining through raindrops that trickle off your umbrella. Yes, Vancouvers rain season is back but that shouldn’t stop you from embracing the beauty of the Festival of Lights at VanDusen Botanical Gardens. It’s been 30 years and they’re still going strong! Take a stroll through … Read more
Debuting early in 2015, downtown Kelowna will welcome two new eateries in the Prestige Hotel on Abbott Avenue across from City Park and Okanagan Lake. The Revival Group (formerly Twisted Tomato Group) have unleashed their creativity with two distinctive and unique spaces. Working hand in hand with the talented team at Prestige Hotel … Read more
FRENCH STYLE FESTIVE FEASTING AVAILABLE IN YOUR OWN HOME During this season of celebration, people naturally want to entertain family and friends at home. Cue the Mel Torme or Nat King Cole soundtrack, light the fireplace and pour the egg nog. Between the demands of work, household, family duties and the added pressures of gift-buying … Read more
There’s an interesting back story to this very drinkable red blend from California. Winemaker Daryl Groom created it with his son Colby who’s a volunteer with the American Heart Institute to raise money for cardiac research. It’s a pleasing blend of cabernet sauvignon, zinfandel, shiraz, merlot and petit syrah. I always enjoy a well made … Read more
New Year’s Eve Gala Menus, Absolut Elyx Masquerade Bash On Tap For New Year’s Eve Along With Special New Year’s Day Brunch Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is inviting merrymakers and revelers to count down the clock on New Year’s Eve by taking advantage of two celebratory menus designed by Executive Chef Alex Chen … Read more