What’s NEW at Vancouver Aquarium this Summer

  NEW! Walruses Meet charismatic and curious young walruses – Lakina and Balzak –  for the first time ever! Visitors can get up close with these iconic Arctic mammals at the new Research Outpost while learning about their cool-climate adaptations like their thick blubber, long tusks, impressive whiskers, and surprising vocals. (As early as this weekend, … Read more

CROWBAR INTRODUCES LOCAL CRAFT CIDER PROGRAM,  NEW SEASONAL DISHES AND COCKTAILS

Crowbar is springing into warmer months with seasonally-inspired dishes and cocktails, as well as a new craft cider program. Combined with upcoming celebrations for Crowbar’s two-year anniversary on July 4, the popular Fraserhood eatery has become a festive hub perfect for whiling away longer summer nights. In keeping with the turn of the seasons, Crowbar’s Chef Justin Ell has … Read more

Nightingale’s summer menu highlights local suppliers through fresh and innovative share plates

B.C. farms, meat and seafood purveyors allow Chef Phil Scarfone to keep dishes simple and flavoursome this summer   Celebrating its second year of business, Nightingale continues to uphold the same food philosophy that it opened its doors with: to keep dishes simple, flavour first, fresh and in a constant state of evolution. In doing … Read more

Latin American Week & 10th Carnaval del Sol June 27 – July 8

10th annual CARNAVAL DEL SOL – Saturday and Sunday, July 7 & 8, 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Concord Pacific, 88 Pacific Boulevard

FOURTH OF JULY at Semiahmoo Resort, Golf and Spa

FOURTH OF JULY A special Fourth of July event at Blaine’s Semiahmoo Resort, Golf and Spa     Join us for a special celebration on the Fourth of July, complete with family-friendly beachside activities including lawn games, arts and crafts, face painting, plus live music and our Seaside Sizzle, the ultimate beach barbecue experience. At … Read more

MAMAS FOR MAMAS & SUNRYPE PROVIDE NOURISHING PRODUCTS TO STRUGGLING FAMILIES

SunRype Offers Healthy Snacks Through Mamas For Mamas’ Sustainable Nourishment Program   Sun-Rype Products Ltd. (“SunRype” or the “Company”), a manufacturer and marketer of healthy food and beverage products, today announced that they have partnered with Mamas for Mamas charitable organization. Over the next 12 months, SunRype will provide Mamas for Mamas, through their Sustainable Nourishment Program, … Read more

This is definitely not your parent’s Keg Steakhouse

Actually it was known as The Keg & Cleaver back in the days when your parents were looking for steak and a night out. Originally a single location restaurant on the North Shore started in 1971. Now it’s one of the most recognizable steakhouses with multiple locations in the Lower Mainland and Whistler. I admit I … Read more

1000 Stories Bourbon BBQ recipes just in time for Canada Day

With the weather getting warmer and the nights getting longer, it’s officially BBQ season and what better day to BBQ than Canada Day? When you have everything from veggies to burgers on your BBQ, you need a drink that doesn’t overpower or underwhelm.       Recently I attended a tasting of the 1000 Stories … Read more

The Westin Bayshore Makes the Most of Summer in Vancouver

A poolside paradise awaits visitors and locals alike, with seasonal experiences and a special menu of delicious indulgences   You needn’t be a visitor to Vancouver to take advantage of one of the city’s greatest urban oases. The Westin Bayshore — situated at the edge of Stanley Park, overlooking Coal Harbour and the North Shore mountains — … Read more

Bel Café opens second location in Kitsilano

Tasty treats, specialty drinks and lunch-time favourites arrive in Vancouver’s Westside   Bel Café is thrilled to open the doors of its second location in Kitsilano on West 3rd Avenue at Burrard Street, inviting Vancouver’s Westside to experience the same specialty coffees and teas, fresh baked pastries and desserts, and gourmet soups, salads and sandwiches … Read more

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