Valerie van der Gracht 
Saturday, March 29 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. purchase Saturday seminar tickets An Old Vine’s Tale $45 Washington winemakers seek out ‘old vine’ fruit, believing that it makes a difference in the glass. Does vine age matter? Sample a selection of wines made from vines at least 30 years old and find out for yourself … Read more
Everyone knows that La Terrazza is a great restaurant so I knew going in that lunch would be good but I had no idea that it would be so exceptional. As one of three media attending the lunch we were each assigned to a table. I was fortunate indeed to be seated with Luc … Read more
An incredible evening with many new dining experiences. Thanks to Chef Rick Davidson of the Beach Club Resort and Ian Lane, Food and Beverage Director the dishes and wine pairings made for an excellent culinary experience. The Oceanic banquet room at the Beach Club Resort was attractively set with spacious round dining tables … Read more
If you haven’t been to Parksville Uncorked “Swirl” wine tasting event of the Food and Wine Festival you are definitely missing out on a terrific event. For wine lovers and foodies alike this is one event that never disappoints. This was the second year that I attended and I think it just gets better … Read more
What’s better than a Bel Café “confetti like” macaron? How about a $25. gift certificate you can use at Bel Café. You can use the gift certificate for any of their yummy gourmet bites and tastes or use the gift certificate to buy more macarons! On March 20th Bel Café celebrates the great French macaron. Bel Café whips up … Read more
Thursday night in Parksville will never be the same. The 2nd annual “Untapped” event of Parksville Uncorked was a smashing success. Locals and visitors alike grazed on some incredible bites that complimented the fantastic selection of craft beers, ales and ciders. Held at The Beach Club Resort in … Read more
This was an opportunity to taste and savour an excellent selection of French wines paired with small bites in a festive atmosphere. The Curtain Raiser is held in an attractive second floor banquet space featuring an expansive wall of windows that overlook the massive lobby below. A prelude to the first public tasting … Read more
The Chefs’ Table Society of B.C. Heats Things Up with Vancouver’s Inaugural Curry Cup Eight of Vancouver’s Top Chefs to Compete On Tuesday, March 4, eight of Vancouver’s top chefs will compete to win the Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia’s Curry Cup. This inaugural event will be held at Main Street’s Heritage Hall and emceed … Read more
What’s Trending in France seminar at the Vancouver International Wine Festival was a Trade event that I was able to “audit” for MyVanCity.ca. This was only one event, both public and trade, of ten events for the Festival that are capably organized by the team at The Wine Umbrella, Mireille Sauve and business partner … Read more
The perfect way to kick off the Vancouver International Wine Festival with Feature Country – France and the Global Focus – Bubbly. The evening started at a Parisian inspired 9 pm at Ginger 62. The setting was ideal with subdued lighting and ample space for the sold out crowd of about 250 … Read more