The fourth Brunch Crawl of the series, the Downtown Brunch Crawl boasted a diverse selection of eight different restaurants. From newly-opened bakeries to a taphouse under a hotel, this crawl covered everything. For this crawl, the check-in was at Kingston Taphouse and Grill. Check-in is quick and easy, you present your ticket or give your … Read more
This Valentine’s Day, take your date to Salt Tasting Room and enjoy the My Blood Alley Valentine menu. Priced at $60.00 per person, the menu will include three courses: a starter, a tasting plate and a shared dessert for two. Allow your wine-savvy server to assist with specially selected wine pairings for an additional cost. … Read more
Pan-Roasted Octopus with Marcona Almonds and Sherry Vinaigrette Served with Maple Butternut Squash by Alex Chen, Executive Chef, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar Yields 6-8 servings Sherry Vinaigrette: 3 shallots, diced 2 tbsp grainy mustard ½ tsp kosher salt 3 tbsp sherry vinegar (available at gourmet food stores) 1 tbsp honey ¼ cup olive oil 1 … Read more
Canada’s premier food festival grows to week-long extravaganza featuring 35 unique culinary events, plus a three-day tasting show The annual EAT! Vancouver Food + Cooking Festival returns for its 13th year April 26 to May 3, 2015 with an expanded content program featuring a smorgasbord of exciting new events that will showcase the city’s unique culinary culture and attract … Read more
I caught up with BC wine guru John Schreiner at the Clearbrook library recently where he was speaking on wine as a part of their Fine Food Series. Other lectures in this series focus on Olive Oil and Vinegar, Honey and Coffee. John discussed his latest book, “John Schreiner’s Okanagan Wine Tour Guide” and a … Read more
Amongst the many wine events that take place each year, Taste BC is one that has always been a personal favourite of mine to attend. Presented by Liberty Wine Merchants, the 21st annual event was held on Thursday,January 22nd at the Pan Pacific Vancouver hotel. Over the course of a few hours, hundreds of Vancouverites savoured … Read more
Yaletown hotel gains a spot on the Best Hotels in Canada list Yaletown’s OPUS Hotel, is honoured to receive four awards in the TripAdvisor’s® Travellers’ Choice Awards. Placed in the Top 25 categories for Best Hotel, Best Hotel for Romance and Best Hotel Service in Canada, OPUS Hotel has been recognized for its outstanding service and … Read more
Fourth annual workshop and concert features acclaimed vocalist Louise Rose Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir presents its highly-anticipated annual gospel music workshop and concert Hallelujah Praise: Motown Meets Gospel – at Ryerson United Church (2195 W. 45thAvenue, Vancouver), February 28 – March 1, 2015. No audition is necessary for gospel enthusiasts to attend the inspiring day-long workshop running Saturday, February 28, … Read more
Looking for an attainable New Year’s resolution? Start 2015 with a guilt-free conscience by expressing your gratitude. PAPYRUS’ unparalleled collection of boxed thank you cards are here to help you give thanks from the heart. After all, a simple “thank you” note never goes out of style – especially in today’s digitally obsessed world. … Read more
The majority of residents surveyed (60%) support a new, affordable sedan car service that would meet provincial regulations A new survey, Metro Vancouver Attitudes to Transportation Options, commissioned by Ripe, a Vancouver-based company proposing to offer mid-level luxury car- for-hire service accessed and validated through smart technology applications, reveals that while the majority of residents … Read more