On Thursday, October 6th, 2016 the Salmon House On The Hill restaurant will host a special Burrowing Owl Estate Winery proprietor’s dinner. The event will honour the success of the Okanagan icon as well as celebrating The Salmon House’s 40th anniversary. Guests will enjoy a six-course dinner paired with world-class wines from Burrowing Owl. … Read more
Honey-Brined Sage-Roasted Turkey and Gravy We use a tenderizing brine of honey, lemon, herbs, garlic, salt and spices for maximum moisture retention and flavour. Ingredients: 1 15-lb Organic Tom Turkey 4 cups kosher salt, plus more to taste 1 cup honey ¼ cup whole black peppercorn 5 lemons halved 2 bay leaves 2 heads … Read more
The full moon in September marks not just the Harvest Moon in western culture; it is also celebrated with the Mid-Autumn Festival, the second most important holiday in the Chinese calendar. This is a time of endings, and of beginnings, as one season transitions to another. The air is crisper, and palates crave richer … Read more
Now that class is back in session, making school lunches is again part of the daily routine. Oyama can provide plenty of inspiration, including Ham Mortadella, Turkey Lyoner, Roast Turkey, Roast Beef, and many different hams and cold cuts for sandwiches. Our pepperonis and other snacking sausages are great sources of protein for the … Read more
As I try to capture into words the experience of driving a dream car with August Exotic Car Tours & Rentals, I can’t wipe the grin off my face. Even as my fingertips tap my computer keyboard, they share the tactile memory of the fine feel of the steering wheels of those sexy … Read more
Nota Bene is, arguably, one of the best known red wines produced in BC and one to get fans, of this flagship offering from Black Hills, drooling. Nota Bene appeared on the scene in 1999 and has had something of a cult following ever since. Some people may be surprised that a BC red wine … Read more
British Columbia Enchant, the world’s largest Christmas light maze will be coming to Vancouver for its inaugural event, starting November 25th, 2016. The family friendly festival will include a 55,000 square foot maze of light sculptures, a 64 foot Christmas Tree, live performances, an outdoor fire pit, and a sprawling marketplace including food and drink vendors serving mulled wine, … Read more
My name is Mark Robbins and, together with my wife Kathy and daughter Jill, we run K and M Farms. When we started raising chickens and turkeys, our first priority was to raise them in their natural habitat: outside on the grass where the birds can peck, scratch, and forage for bugs. They also … Read more
Limited edition violet gift boxes signal a fun start to fall at Ladurée Ladurée, the world-renowned luxury French pâtisserie, celebrates back to school season with a new cheerful window display and collectable, limited-edition Coffret Pompon macaron boxes, available at the Vancouver Boutique and Tea Salon while stocks last. Available in soft pastel violet, the … Read more
Garagiste North Artisan Wine Festival September 18, 2016 VANCOUVER URBAN WINERY PRESENTS SUNDAY SCHOOL: THE #800 SERIES NEW EXECUTIVE CHEF SIMON BOUCHARD JOINS THE TEAM AT LIQUIDITY BISTRO Taking orders now: TURKEY TIME: RAILTOWN CATERING ANNOUNCES RETURN OF POPULAR THANKSGIVING TO-GO PACKAGE SALT OF THE EARTH: THE SALTED VINE … Read more