Valerie van der Gracht 
“In this series we bring you our #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions which we personally recommend” We are delighted to welcome the newest Okanagan Crush Pad brand “Bizou + Yukon”. Fun choices and colourful labels mean your gift will make the loved ones on your list think festive! A great gift for all those of us … Read more
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver and its stylish restaurants celebrate the season’s merriment While the holiday season will undoubtedly change for many families this year, The Westin Bayshore has created a variety of safe and decadent activities to help you make the most of the holiday season. From curated gift baskets and holiday cocktails – to … Read more
DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER FAIRMONTS FEATURE VARIETY OF BRUNCHING OPTIONS Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Pacific Rim and Fairmont Waterfront each offer delicious brunch options this fall and winter. From bottomless brunch plates to multi-course brunch tasting menus, Fairmont’s downtown Vancouver locations have a brunch for every palate and appetite this fall and winter season. Notch8 Restaurant at … Read more
FIRST TABLE CELEBRATES VANCOUVER ANNIVERSARY WITH ‘DINE OUT AND GIVE BACK’ CAMPAIGN IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL HOSPITALITY COMMUNITY Restaurant Discovery Platform to Donate $5 from Every Booking to VanFBC Relief Fund from November 17 to December 15 First Table is marking the one-year anniversary of its North American debut in Vancouver by encouraging users to dine … Read more
For the wine lover there is a terrific wine selection to choose from, not surprising given that, 2019 Sommelier of the Year Matthew Landry, has personally hand picked the wines.
Not only was this a decadent and super yummy dish it also satisfied the frugal in me. I couldn’t let my Jack ‘O Lantern go to waste subsituting my own baked pumpkin for canned pumpkin.
“In this series I will be sharing my take on which BC Wine pairs well with some inspirational recipes” At this time of year my pasta dishes become even more decadent as I look for comfort and the warmth of home. For this dish I combined two different recipes from NYTCooking, adding the cream cheese … Read more
There were not as many choices as I would have liked so I did some more exploring online for private wine shops for at least one more bottle of wine from Médoc to try.
Every wine has it’s own characteristics and well, frankly, some things should just not be rushed, especially with the wines of Church and State. Pleasure and enjoyment of the mighty grape falls into that category.
This dish celebrates the last of my fall harvest from the local farmer’s market. Zucchini, Eggplant and Tomatoes are a wonderful combination in both tasting and presentation.