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Brentwood launches first ever #selfieswithsanta contest with $500 gift card grand prize
Santa’s a social media superstar with first-ever #selfieswithsanta contest at Brentwood Tweet a photo with Saint Nick for a chance to win a $500 gift card Ready for your Christmas close-up? From November 29 to December 24 inclusive, guests at Brentwood can Tweet a selfie with Santa for a chance to win a $500 gift … Read more
Le Vieux Pin Holiday Wine Gift Sales are On!
Tis The Season For Giving The key to being a good guest (or host!) and the best way to say thank you, happy holidays or be invited to the next event, is to show up with something memorable. What better way to say thanks than giving the always-appreciated gift of wine! Rely on the quality … Read more
#TasteofThursday Wine Pairing from Ron Wilson
From the award winning Burrowing Owl winery comes their second label Calliope. This B.C. viognier would be a great match for the rich and delicious flavours of this chowder. Fishhook Chowder Recipe Price: $14.00 Available: Swirl wines in Yaletown and White Rock Price: $16.00 Available: Village VQA wine stores in Dunbar and Kitsilano … Read more
One Faith Vineyards: Canada’s Premier First Growth Wine
One Faith Vineyards Redefines Excellence in Canadian Winemaking South Okanagan Winery Releases Most Expensive BC Debut Vintage British Columbia’s First Growth wine is here. For more than two decades, the Okanagan Valley has been producing first-rate Bordeaux varietals. The goal of One Faith Vineyards is to build on this success and take it to the next level. … Read more
Taste of Thursday with Chef Kunal Ghose of Fishhook
Fishhook Chowder Recipe 2 TBSP Canola Oil 1 ½ CUPS Onion, diced 1 ½ CUPS Carrot, diced 1 ½ CUPS Celery, diced 2 TBSP Crushed Garlic 1 TBSP Fresh Thyme 1 TSP Ancho Chili Powder 1 TSP Salt 1 TSP Pepper 2 TBSP Worcestershire Sauce 2 TBSP Sriracha 3 400ml Cans of Coconut … Read more
WIN a $50. gift certificate courtesy of Vous Valet
Do a good deed and you could win a $50. gift certificate from Vous Valet The Opus Hotel is having a clothing drive that benefits Covenant House-Vancouver. All you have to do to qualify to win the $50. Vous Valet gift certificate is: Contest rules: Post a selfie of you dropping off your donation at Opus … Read more
Le Vieux Pin – A Rare Couple of Releases
2014 harvest is now over across the valley, minus the ice wine harvest that our colleagues are busy with. While is too soon to be definitive, 2014 is shaping up to be a classic South Okanagan vintage: hot summer days, cold nights, dry conditions and a steady late indian summer ensured perfect ripeness of both sugars and … Read more
Government Policy Announcement Good for BC Wine Industry and Sales of BC VQA Wine
Today’s announcement by the provincial government, regarding the implementation of more Liquor Policy Review recommendations, levels the playing field for the liquor retailing industry, according to the BC Wine Institute. “We support the government’s move to harmonize and simplify policies,” said Josie Tyabji, Chair of the Board of Directors for the BCWI. “These changes ensure … Read more
SHOW OPENS THIS FRIDAY November 21 – 23
Don’t Miss This Fantastic Christmas Shopping Opportunity! The 7th Annual West Coast Christmas Show Buy Your Tickets Online NOW & SAVE! Click here. at TRADEX, Abbotsford DATES: Friday, November 21 Saturday, November 22 Sunday, November 23 HOURS: Friday, Noon – 9pm Saturday, 10am – 6pm Sunday, 10am – 5pm TICKETS At Door: General Admission (17+): $6 Seniors … Read more