Wine Recommendation – Heirloom Tomato and Nectarine Salad with Grilled Prawns and Basil Oil

When I read Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia’s recipe for Heirloom Tomato and Nectarine Salad with Grilled Prawns and Basil Oil, my mouth watered. Sounds delicious doesn’t it? Drop into Provence Marinaside, at 1177 Marinaside Crescent (at the foot of Davie Street) and give it a try. For a salad, I’d opt for a light white fruity … Read more

Introducing Osteria Savio Volpe

Lively Italian taverna opens its doors to Vancouver’s Fraserhood   Residents of Vancouver’s flourishing Fraserhood will soon have a bustling new tavern to satisfy their hunger for classic country Italian fare. Osteria Savio Volpe, the latest venture from three of the city’s renowned restaurant pros, will throw open its doors to the neighbourhood in early October … Read more

Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia #TasteofThursday recipe

HEIRLOOM TOMATO AND NECTARINE SALAD with GRILLED PRAWNS AND BASIL OIL   Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia Serves 2 For Vinaigrette: 2.5 Tbsp. sherry vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard ½ cup  extra virgin olive oil salt to taste For Basil Oil: Small bunch of basil – blanched and pressed to remove excess moisture ¾ cup extra virgin olive … Read more

Covert Farms brings Oceans to the Okanagan, Aug 29

In the stunning setting of the Covert Farms Family Estate Winery in Oliver, BC, a special collaborative dinner is planned for 6 pm, August 29. Don’t miss your chance to learn more about the story of the Okanagan Salmon through partners Okanagan Nation Alliance, Ocean Wise Vancouver Aquarium, and Salmon-Safe B.C. In support of the … Read more

CHEFMEETSBCGRAPE Signature Tasting Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 7 PM

Arts Club Theatre Company and Wines of British Columbia present  CHEFMEETSBCGRAPE Signature Tasting   The Arts Club and Wines of British Columbia will host the 11th annual ChefmeetsBCGrape Signature Tasting on September 16 at the Vancouver Convention Centre East. Up to 90 BC VQA wineries will pour in excess of 350 wines at this fun … Read more

Tasting Plates YVR: Commercial Drive

  As the hot August sun shined down and we waited in line to enter Fredrico’s Supper Club for another Tasting Plates YVR, you cannot help but notice the fresh fruits next door and the characters that walk along the street. Commercial Drive is a neighbourhood of character, diversity, and a “judge all you want” … Read more

L’Epicerie Gourmande Introduces Limited-Edition Macarons

Mmm mmm macarons. Who doesn’t adore the French cookie that has taken Vancouver by storm with many bakeries and patisseries featuring this delicate meringue confection.  French Gourmet shop L’Epicerie Gourmande is well- known for its specialty macarons that have been created to celebrate occasions such as Mother’s Day and Canada Day.   In addition to its … Read more

Salt Tasting Room Serves Up San Sebastián Experiment

Gastown eatery partners with Bosa Foods to offer free tapas from premier line of Spanish products     One of the city’s renowned wine bars is bringing a taste of Spain to Vancouver. Gastown’s Salt Tasting Room has partnered with local specialty food vendor Bosa Foods to serve up San Sebastián-style dining by offering free tapas to … Read more

Coastal Invasion: JoieFarm and Wolf in the Fog Collaborative BBQ

September 12, 2015 | 5pm-8pm | at JoieFarm Winery     Spit, smoker, and fire! Hosted at JoieFarm’s Farmhouse Tasting Room, Chef Nick Nutty of Wolf in the Fog works alongside JoieFarm’s resident chefs, Chef Benz Henrikson, and winemaker and owner, Heidi Noble, for a sumptuous smokey spread to celebrate our first tasting room season and  harvest! Suckling pigs, lamb, and brisket … Read more

Chef Castro Boateng Poached Salmon #TasteofThursday recipe

Poached Salmon Tomato & Fennel  broth with baby Vegetables  Chef Castro Boateng   Serves 10   Broth 1/2 onion (roughly diced) 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 medium fennel (roughly diced 1 1/2, leave remaining for garnish) 1 lemon grass sticks (bruised & roughly chopped) 2 garlic cloves 1 cup white wine 1lb tomatoes (roughly diced) … Read more

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