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

Summerhill Supports David Suzuki’s Life of Action

  Award-winning Organic Wines to be Showcased at VIP Event   The Story:   On his last national tour, David Suzuki shares the wisdom of a life full of action and celebrates Canadians who are standing up for the people and places they love. A special VIP reception at the VSO School of Music (843 Seymour … Read more

IMPROMPTU OKANAGAN EXCURSION – part deux

With Wine Tourism Day coming up on November 8 it seems timely to complete my list of places to visit in the Okanagan. I actually travelled to the Okanagan on two occasions this past September. Neither trip was planned in advance yet we managed to pack in a lot in just a few days. I … Read more