#FridayFavourites – what’s happening this weekend and the week ahead

  Evita: Superb Cast, Evocative Costumes and Set Make Up for Opening Night Glitches   Vancouver Farmers Markets starting Sunday, May 1 and May 5   Global supermodel Heather Marks to open Obakki + Holt Renfrew Show, May 10   THE MOTHER OF ALL OCCASIONS: BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR HOSTS MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH, DINNER SERVICES … Read more

LOMBARDO’S CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY WITH PIZZAS AT EXPO ERA PRICES 

  Lombardo’s restaurant on Commercial Drive is announcing the start of Expo Hours, featuring 1986 prices, to help mark both the 30th anniversary of Expo ’86 and the year that the restaurant opened its doors. Starting on Monday May 9th and running until Labour Day, all medium sized pizzas at Lombardo’s will be available for $9.75, Sundays through Thursdays, … Read more

Mother’s Day Brownies at Rocky Mountain Flatbread

  In honour of Mother’s Day, Rocky Mountain Flatbread will be treating all the moms who visit our restaurants for lunch or brunch with a complimentary brownie. Purchase any entree at our Kitsilano, Main Street or Park Royal Food Court locations during lunch or brunch on Sunday May 8 to be eligible for this sweet … Read more

It’s Friday…what are you doing this weekend and week ahead

  Tinhorn Creek Vineyards releases first vintage of Golden Mile Bench Chardonnay    Kelowna’s Lakeshore Wine Route returns with “Unleashed”   If Pigs Could “Moo” Popular Pig Out festival signals that summer isn’t far away     Vancouver Farmers Markets starting Sunday, May 1 and May 5   TIME TO JAM All-day breakfast joint Jam … Read more

Vancouver Farmers Markets starting Sunday, May 1 and May 5

  Aaannnd, we’re back! VFM staff and vendors aren’t getting much of a rest between our winter and summer seasons this year – what with Hastings Park Market on until this Sunday, May 1 followed closely by opening day at Yaletown Market on May 5! Fans of fresh can find us at six weekly market locations this summer across … Read more

TIME TO JAM All-day breakfast joint Jam Cafe officially opens on Beatty Street

Victoria’s popular all-day breakfast joint Jam Cafe makes its mark across the water with the opening of its first Vancouver location at 556 Beatty Street in Crosstown this week. Diners can expect classic, rustic breakfast and brunch fare, with definite West Coast influences, at the new 50-seat eatery.   “After many years in the restaurant … Read more

Gardening Tips & a Fundraiser for the EarthBites School Gardening Program

  EarthBites, a Vancouver-based school gardening and nutrition program, has some great tips for families who want to grow spring greens in their garden: 1. Tip One: Prepare your containers or beds with nutrients for healthy growth.  When growing in containers – ensure you use ¾ potting soil and ¼ sea soil (organic fertilizer which … Read more

70 Years of Rodeo Excitement Returns to Cloverdale this May Long Weekend GIVEAWAY

  The 70TH annual Cloverdale Rodeo and 128th annual Country Fair runs May 20 – 23, 2016 a Rafflecopter giveaway One of North America’s longest running and most entertaining rodeos returns for its 70th year this May Long Weekend with more competitions, live entertainment food and fun for fans of all ages. The Cloverdale Invitational … Read more

SOIRETTE CELELBRATES MOTHER’S DAY WITH HIGH TEA, SPECIAL TREATS AND A POP-UP AT OAKRIDGE CENTRE

  Mother’s Day is a time of celebration at Soirette! Delectable high tea, beautifully packaged baked treats and delicious macarons are just some of the offerings we have to show mom how much she is loved. Treat mom to something out of the ordinary – a special Mother’s Day High Tea! Artistically crafted, it is … Read more

HONOR THE SPECIAL WOMEN IN YOUR LIFE THIS MOTHER’S DAY 

  On May 8 Whisk Mom Off To Tulalip Resort Casino for A Culinary Getaway This Mother’s Day, celebrate Mom with an unforgettable culinary getaway to Tulalip Resort Casino. On Sunday, May 8, the whole family can honor the matriarch of their lives at a royal garden party set in the Resort’s Orca Ballroom. Seating … Read more

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