The winery’s new website truly captures the Vancouver Island wine experience Over the past five years, a lot has changed at Blue Grouse Estate Winery, and they are celebrating these changes with a new web look. Since the Brunner family purchased one of Cowichan Valley’s oldest estate vineyards and winery in 2012, they have given the … Read more
‘Tis the season for holiday pastries and special treats from Beaucoup Bakery & Café (2150 Fir Street), and this year, the team is launching several new creations that are sure to induce visions of sugar plums and jolly smiles. Starting November 28, 2017, customers can get into the festive spirit with Chef Betty Hung’s … Read more
– Celebrate the Holidays with Toptable Group – The jolly season is almost upon us and with it the festive cheer and good tidings that make this such a wondrous time of year. Whether you’re celebrating at home or from a home-away-from-home, Toptable Group invites you to experience a mountainside holiday with Whistler’s Araxi Restaurant … Read more
Forgotten Hill wines are definitely on our “buy” list for the Holidays. We tasted these yummy wines in May of this year and we were very impressed. The first efforts of winemaker Benoit Gauthier for Forgotten Hill, but by no means is Gauthier a novice, His full time position is at Noble Ridge Vineyards … Read more
It’s one of our favorite times of the week; the Sunday roast. This past weekend we were fortunate enough to enjoy a delicious local free-range chicken with two superlative wines from the McWatters family of wines: the McWatters 2016 Chardonnay ($25) and the Evolve Cellars “Pink Effervescence” ($20). It’s a luxury in this busy life … Read more
Yaletown favourite partners with distillers and brewers for monthly series of special offers and dinners Homer St. Café and Bar Beverage Director JS Dupuis is pleased to announce the launch of a new Takeover series at the popular Yaletown eatery. Each month will see a different distiller or brewer commandeer Homer Street Café’s bar and … Read more
The Bright Nights Christmas Train – a holiday tradition for many families in the Lower Mainland-is on track for its 20th season. It’s even more spectacular this year thanks to a $50,000 donation from the family of a local woman who was famous for her annual Christmas display. Beverley O’Toole was known for creating spectacular … Read more
La Glace Ice Cream Introduces Seasonal Flavours Worth Giving La Glace brings delightful French elegance to holiday soirées and cozy winter nights with a festive line-up of seasonal ice creams, pastries, and confections. Classic Yuletide flavours add a dash of tradition and a pinch of whimsy to this holiday collection. Gingerbread cookies, peppermint meringues … Read more
– Add a Touch of Holiday Magic with French-Inspired Panache – Elevate your holiday entertaining this year with a little help from Maitre Chocolatier and Patissier Chef Thierry Busset. Once again, he’s crafted an exquisite line-up of delectable, seasonal creations at Thierry Cafe. From his handcrafted chocolates to his artisanal cakes and pastries, we … Read more
“Shop local” campaign features extended store hours, mischievous mistletoe and more Holiday magic is in the air with festive trees twinkling, the aroma of hot spiced drinks wafting from cafés citywide, and picture-perfect gifts taking centre stage in shop windows. The countdown to Christmas is on, and shoppers will be relieved to learn they … Read more