Make a Date at Wild Rice this November

There’s lots going on at Wild Rice this month and we are so excited to share the news with you.   Tuesday Date Nights Join us on the next four Tuesdays (Nov. 4, 11, 18 and 25) for a very special dinner. Whether it’s ‘grown-up time’ away from the kids, a romantic date, or catch … Read more

BC Wineries Report Success at Farmers’ Markets

The first season of selling local wine, beer and spirits at farmers’ markets in British Columbia was good for consumers, vendors and the markets. Starting in June, BC Farmers’ Markets offered sales of locally-made wine, beer and spirits, following the provincial government’s move to modernize liquor laws. These changes came as the result of Parliamentary … Read more

Vancouver Foodster presents the Big Melt Challenge

  This is our first Big Melt Challenge featuring 6 restaurants and delis in Vancouver, Burnaby and North Vancouver, that runs from November 4-30, 2014.   Participating restaurants and delis are showcasing Big Melt creations that were created just for this challenge and all will be offered in all of these establishments during the challenge … Read more

Cressey’s Revolving Door Inspires Others to Give Back to Local Community 

Over the past months, Cressey Development Group has connected the community of Southeast False Creek through Revolving Door, a series of events ranging from art shows, food centric social ventures to educational technology endeavours. Empowering event organizers to contribute to the changing community, Revolving Door has raised over $2,000 for local causes and now, in … Read more

Frontier Luxury Flooring brings sexy back to the flooring industry

The relationship between house and homeowner is akin to a steamy romance – think of the roof as the umbrella of trust that shields inhabitants from storm and strife, and the floor as the bedrock of desire on which true intimacy is built. Hector Cabrera, owner of Frontier Luxury Flooring and self-described “flooring matchmaker,” acts … Read more

Taste of Thursday by Chef Alex Chen of Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

Citrus Cured Hamachi with Hearts of Palm, Crème Fraîche and Yuzu Vinaigrette     Yields 2 servings Yuzu Vinaigrette 2 tbsp g Kikkoman Ponzu Sauce 2 tsp yuzu juice (available at Fujiya) 1 small shallot, diced Black Pepper 1 tbsp olive oil Mix all ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Ingredients: 1 cup kosher salt … Read more

Announcing the launch of “Taste of Thursday”

MyVanCity.ca is very pleased to announce our new weekly feature “Taste of Thursday”. We have recruited some great BC Chefs who will provide us with unique recipes to share with our readers. Whether you’re a gourmand or a gourmet you are going to enjoy this new weekly feature. Each week a different chef will publish … Read more

Vancouver Foodster presents the Big Melt Challenge

This is our first Big Melt Challenge featuring 6 restaurants and delis in Vancouver, Burnaby and North Vancouver, that runs from November 4-30, 2014.   Participating restaurants and delis are showcasing Big Melt creations that were created just for this challenge and all will be offered in all of these establishments during the challenge period … Read more

Get The Goods: Van Gogh Designs launches new line of furnishings

  Get The Goods: Van Gogh Designs launches new line of modern home furnishings and accessories  Smart, timeless collection offers pieces for living and dining in style There’s a new kid in town! Meet The Goods, the new contemporary line of home furnishings and accessories from Van Gogh Designs. Best known as Western Canada’s leading … Read more