Last week I had the good fortune to attend the “Grape Juice vs. Wine” tasting experience. Master of Wine Rhys Pender, who also owns Little Farm Winery in Cawston, led this event sponsored by the BC Wine Institute. It was held at the Cambie Street Liquor Store and was open to … Read more
La Buca, Pied a Terre, Sardine Can, and The Abbey celebrate the harvest with seasonally foraged mushrooms and abundantly flavourful meats Now in its ninth year, the Game and Wild Mushroom Festival takes place October 16 to November 2 with three or four course prix fixe menus at La Buca and Pied a … Read more
Halloween is just around the corner but Christmas cannot come any sooner. To feed my excitement for Christmas, Bel Cafe invited a few of us to their holiday treat sampler. Chef Wayne Kozinko has made some fantastic holiday items, which are wonderful treats for yourself or gifts for those you love! We were greeted … Read more
La Stella Winery joins Chef Lucais Syme and the La Pentola Restaurant team for a winery dinner It will surely be a Symphony for the Senses. A 5-course menu designed by Award Winning Chef Lucais Syme will pair perfectly with La Stella’s 5 wines. La Pentola is located in Vancouver’s only 4-star boutique hotel … Read more
GET MOTIVATED AT THE ULTIMATE GIRL’S WEEKEND THE WEST COAST WOMEN’S SHOW RETURNS TO TRADEX IN ABBOTSFORD OCTOBER 24, 25, 26 Friday, October 24 from 1 pm to 10 pm Saturday, October 25 from 10 am to 9 pm Sunday, October 26 from 11 am to 5:30 pm The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend is happening next … Read more
One of Canada’s leading holiday season shows, the West Coast Christmas Show & Marketplace, returns for its seventh year on November 21, 22, and 23, 2014 at the TRADEX Trade and Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, B.C. The West Coast Christmas Show brings together holiday gifts from around the world, jewelry and accessories, toys, specialty … Read more
Award Winning Wine and Food Weekend available for purchase through Ticketmaster “Buy early; get in,” says Tulalip Resort Casino President/COO Ken Kettler. He is referring to the line of disappointed Taste of Tulalip fans that were unable to enjoy the award-winning November weekend of wine, food and tradition, as the 2013 event sold out. … Read more
The Yaletown iteration of Vancouver Foodster’s Tasting Plates took place on Wednesday night, highlighting some incredible local eateries and their speciality menu items. It was chaotic at the event registration … as many of the Tasting Plates participants arrived at roughly the same time. To help avoid the congestion, I grabbed my … Read more
Petley Jones Gallery is pleased to present Solitudes, a solo exhibition of new work by Amelia Alcock-White. Art lovers and enthusiasts are invited to the exhibition opening on October 23 for an exceptional evening of fine art, a book release, live music and a chance to meet the artist. Amelia Alcock-White’s latest collection of aquatic landscapes depicts … Read more
Legend has it… that small batch spirits are coming to Vancouver! Join us October 16th at The Refinery to sample this Naramata Distillery’s best custom cocktails and handmade spirits. On the Menu // DOCTOR’S ORDERS | GIN Lavender Martini ft. Forest Green Man Lavender SHADOW IN THE LAKE | VODKA Sweet tea ft. fresh … Read more