24 Days of Giving “social media meets festive spirit”

Brentwood ushers in the true spirit of Christmas with 24 Days of Giving Daily prizes, #selfieswithsanta contest and random acts of kindness lined up for December 1-24, 2014 It’s the most wonderful (and charitable) time of the year! Starting today, Brentwood is getting in the festive spirit with 24 Days of Giving, a social media … Read more

Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar Launches New Weekend Brunch Menu December 6th

BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR LAUNCHES NEW WEEKEND BRUNCH MENU SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6   Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is adding a delicious twist to its fall and winter offerings, rolling out a new weekend brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning Saturday, December 6th. Since opening its doors at the … Read more

Your Seasonal Gift Buying Guide Missing Ingredient Box

Does your list includes the most difficult to buy for during the holiday season? No worries we’ve got you covered, even if… “I’ll be happy with whatever I get” “I really don’t need anything” “Thanks another tie” “These florescent socks sure stand out” “Well if I lose a few pounds it will fit perfectly” “That … Read more

Indulge this holiday season with Faubourg Paris

With the countdown to Christmas in full swing, it’s time to treat yourself and your loved ones to Faubourg Paris‘ divine collection of festive delicacies. From sweet hostess treats to scrumptious stocking stuffers, there’s every reason to indulge this holiday season.   A classic French Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a traditional Bûche de Noël … Read more

Bring swagger and style back to the stocking with PAPYRUS

Do candy canes, air fresheners and cheap novelty toys have your stocking feeling more snubbed than loved? Bring excitement (and a touch of whimsy) back to the storied stocking this Christmas with PAPYRUS’ unparalleled collection of proprietary and carefully curated brands, including art, fashion accessories, stationery and home décor. From fun, coloured crafts for the … Read more

Giving Tuesday Campaign supporting Dress for Success Vancouver

Dress for Success Vancouver is a community empowering women into the workforce by providing them with professional attire, career services and skills development programs. Please consider supporting one woman through our programs by giving on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014. www.dfsvancouver.org GivingTuesday is a new Canadian movement to give back, to support causes you believe in … Read more

Make a difference this holiday season with Cause We Care 

Local Vancouver charity will provide 600 Christmas hampers to single moms this December and complete funding for Downtown Eastside subsidized housing     The holiday season is a time to celebrate with loved ones and to also give back to those less fortunate, especially people in need right here in our local community. This Christmas, … Read more

#Taste of Thursday wine pairing for Mussels and White Asparagus – Chef Paul Moran

Mussels and White Asparagus – Chef Paul Moran Yum!  This dish sounds absolutely delicious, doesn’t it?  Thanks to Chef Paul Moran, for coming up with this recipe that highlights fresh, local BC ingredients.  I’m thinking this needs something relatively light, crisp and refreshing.  Sauvignon Blanc is always a good choice for seafood or with vegetables … Read more

Tourism Vancouver Dine Out Festival and Vancouver Foodster presents Brunch Crawls

If you are a fan of our Tasting Plates events you are going to want to hear about the 6 events that Vancouver Foodster is presenting during the upcoming Dine Out Festival that kicks off next month. The Dine Out Festival always offers diners a chance to try restaurants they may not have tried before … Read more

Taste of Thursday featuring a recipe from Chef Paul Moran

Mussels and White Asparagus     Roasted white Asparagus, mussel aioli, croutons and wild herbs Suitable for 4 people 500g Quadra island honey mussels 500g white asparagus Approx 100g day old piece of bread 100ml grape seed oil 15g Dijon mustard Assorted foraged or cultivated herbs and salads 10g salt 5g black pepper Mussel Aioli, … Read more