The Power of Mistakes

    “From error to error, one discovers truth” ~ Sigmund Freud   The best things in life are mistakes; they shake our world and show us how to live our truth. I’ve been stumbling through mistake after mistake along my journey and I have uncovered parts of my soul I normally wouldn’t have had … Read more

Famed international shucker “Oyster Bob” Skinner

“OYSTER BOB” SKINNER JOINS ALL-STAR TEAM AT BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR, OPENING SOON Famed international shucker “Oyster Bob” Skinner is the latest industry veteran to bolster the ranks of an already talented roster assembled at Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar, which is set to open at the iconic Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver in mid-July. “Oyster Bob”, who … Read more

Long Table Distilleries & Walter Caesar Mix

With the first days of summer upon us and Canada Day fast approaching, its time to celebrate with some of BC’s finest offerings. Such was the case at the Long Table Distillery – www.longtabledistillery.com – this past Monday with a celebration of Canada’s national drink; the Caesar. Not long ago we were using just the basic … Read more

HUNT FOR THE CITY’S NEXT TOP DESIGNER

VANCOUVER HOME + DESIGN SHOW ANNOUNCES 2ND ANNUAL HUNT FOR THE CITY’S NEXT TOP DESIGNER  Three local interior design hopefuls will compete for the title of Urban Barn’s Next Top Designer: Reloaded, October 16-19, 2014 at BC Place Stadium  Cutthroat creatives, take note! The Vancouver Home + Design Show today announced the second coming of Urban Barn’s Next Top Designer: Reloaded in … Read more

NEW RESTAURANT WOLF IN THE FOG OPENS IN TOFINO, BC

Chef Nick Nutting leads the pack with bold ingredient-driven dishes New restaurant Wolf in the Fog opens today, capturing the raw vitality of the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island: inspired by the people, the place and the product. Menus focus on fresh, wild food and pay homage to Tofino’s fishermen and foragers – taking the ocean-to-table and forest-to-fork … Read more

Announcing the Arrival of Baby Bub

The team at Okanagan Crush Pad is thrilled to announce the arrival of Baby Bub. On June 20, 2014 at 5:30pm 3,600 – 375 ml bottles, weighing 3,240 Kg, were bottled at the winery, just in time to enjoy summer.   Baby Bub was crafted by Jordan Kubek, Okanagan Crush Pad’s cellar assistant with direction from chief winemaker Michael Bartier. … Read more

LE VIEUX PIN SIP & SAVOUR Friday, July 4

AN EXCLUSIVE WINE CLUB EVENT     A complimentary afternoon of delectable Okanagan bites and wine held on our sun-drenched garden by the Bocci course with views of Black Sage bench vineyards and extensive lavender plantations surrounding us. This is a Club member’s exclusive event, one of four (or more) events we hold for our … Read more

Cathay Pacific Airways Canada chooses Hawksworth Communications

  Boutique public relations agency, Hawksworth Communications is thrilled to announce Cathay Pacific Canada as the latest addition to their enviable portfolio of luxury lifestyle, hotel, restaurant and travel clients. Hawksworth Communications is tasked with reinforcing Cathay Pacific’s position and enhancing its strong reputation as the premium airline operating flights between Vancouver and Hong Kong, … Read more

The District Brasserie launches lunch service

  Looking to try something a little different for lunch? The search is over! The District Brasserie in North Vancouver is launching lunch service for the first time this month, following extensive renovations by owner Paul Mon-Kau. According to Mon-Kau, the growing demand for the cult dining outpost’s offerings meant that extended hours were a no-brainer. A … Read more

BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR TO BRING BOLD NEW FLAVOUR TO VANCOUVER

All-Star Kitchen, Front-of-House Team Assembled For New Restaurant Opening   A brand-new Boulevard is set to open on Vancouver’s ever-expanding restaurant road map this July. Located at Vancouver’s iconic Sutton Place Hotel, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar will present subtle, unexpected and playful approaches to cuisine, service and style. From early morning to late at … Read more