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 She Does It Again. Whistler Sommelier Samantha Rahn Releases Her Second Wine with Okanagan Crush Pad

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Whistler’s Samantha Rahn, wine director at Araxi Restaurant and Sommelier of the Year 2013, releases Samantha Chardonnay 2014 ($22.90), a wine she made at Okanagan Crush Pad winery in Summerland, BC. Okanagan Crush Pad winery in Summerland has quickly earned a reputation for crafting dynamic wines that express the outstanding growing conditions and terroir of the Okanagan Valley. As such, the winery has been … Read more

What’s Happening in the Vineyard?

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I just got back from a quick trip to the southern Okanagan and had just enough time to stop by two favourite wineries, La Stella in Osoyoos and Meyer Family in Okanagan Falls (more on them in later articles). It occurred to me that most people visit this wine region in the summer or early … Read more

LES DAMES SUMMERDINE – AN EVENING TO SAVOUR

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ANNUAL FUNDRAISER SUPPORTS EDUCATION AND OUTREACH Mark Wednesday, August 12th on your calendar for a unique dinner party as Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter presents Les Dames Summerdine – Canada’s largest concurrent dinner party unfolding on one night only at more than 30 different restaurants, wineries, cooking schools and culinary venues across the province (see attached backgrounder for full list). This year … Read more

Red & White Provisions popping up at 337 E. Hastings for classic burgers and deli sandwiches

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Run by the Big Lou’s Butcher Shop team, Red & White Provisions will be popping up at 337 E. Hastings on June 11th-12th and again from June 17th-19th offering a range of fantastic and familiar sandwiches and sides.The first week of the pop-up will be a lunch-only service–think of it as a food truck with comfortable seating and a liquor license, … Read more

Marketplace Events announces Western Canada’s Next Home Stylist finalists

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Marketplace Events announces Western Canada’s Next Home Stylist finalistsWinner will launch into stardom at home and design shows in  Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton  And then there were three. Marketplace Events, producer of the Vancouver Home + Design Show, today officially announced the trio of finalists vying for the title of Western Canada’s Next Home Stylist, in partnership with Urban Barn and Western Living. … Read more

La Vie a Paris: Parisian Living in Vancouver featuring Faubourg, Joue Design and PAPYRUS

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Summer is nearly upon us, and naturally, we’re daydreaming of escaping the city. We may not be privy to the hustle and bustle of L’Avenue des Champs Élysées, but thanks to Faubourg, Joue Design and PAPYRUS, we’re able to enjoy authentic Parisian living right here in Vancouver. From original watercolour throw pillows to delicate, artisanal macarons, these handcrafted, Parisian-inspired goods will transport … Read more

#TasteofThursday Yellowfin Tuna Crudo recipe from Chef Alex Chen of Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

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Yellowfin Tuna Crudo Tuna: 1.5 lbs sashimi grade yellowfin tuna Cut into 16: 2.5 inch by 0.5 inch slices   Tonnato Sauce: Ingredients: 1 can of high quality canned tuna packed in olive oil (local Italian deli) 1 cup extra virgin olive oil Heart of one bunch of celery 1 medium shallot 1 medium garlic … Read more

Le Creuset Debuts New Dinnerware Range in a Rainbow of Colours

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Entertain your sense of style with this colourful and fun for all seasons collection   Le Creuset is pleased to introduce their brand new colourful range of dinnerware just in time for summer and outdoor entertaining season. This new collection of tactile, durable and beautiful pieces adds the ideal finishing touch to every meal and comes … Read more

Naramata Spring Release 2015

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    There are so many outstanding wineries on the Naramata Bench that it took two floors of Vancouver’s Terminal City Club to host their spring release event. Twenty-four wineries were in attendance including Poplar Grove, Monster Vineyards, Lake Breeze, Terravista, Deep Roots, La Frenz, Perseus, Kettle Valley, Serendipity, Howling Bluff, Upper Bench, Elephant Island, … Read more

Wine Wednesday Reviews by Sam_WineTeacher

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2011 Horizon (Bordeaux blend) Wild Goose Okanagan Falls, BC $18.00 Bronze Medal Horizon is a blend of 55% Reserve Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Petite Verdot. Garnet red in colour with deep intensity. A delicate, layered nose showing aromas of earth, plum, cassis, leather, spice and smoke. Good balance with medium plus body. Pleasing … Read more

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