Black Hills Estate Winery Sunset Happy Hour Series

Black Hills Estate Winery presents The Sunset Happy Hour Series Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4-7pm, all summer long   • Enjoy 2 for 1 tastings of Black Hills Wines • Relax in the sun or by our waterside Cabanas • Enjoy the sunset-inspired chill tunes being spun by guest DJ Shakes • Taste the … Read more

“Life could be a dream” at the Naramata Tailgate Party

Salute the 30th Anniversary of the filming of “My American Cousin” – the iconic Canadian movie shot in Naramata where writer/director Sandy Wilson was born and raised – at the Naramata Tailgate Party, September 13. Along with cast and crew members, Sandy Wilson will be in attendance for an evening evoking the ambiance of the … Read more

Wine Reviews from Sam the Wine Teacher

    2010 VIP (Port Style) Saxon Estate Winery Summerland. BC $17.32 Bronze medal Tasted 2014 05 This Port style Pinot Noir is garnet red in colour with deep intensity.  The nose shows aromas of prunes, black cherries and dark chocolate.  The balance is good and the flavours follow the nose with a medium finish. … Read more

Faubourg Paris’ gourmet ice cream and sorbet

  There’s no need to sugarcoat it, Faubourg Paris’ new selection of fresh, gourmet ice cream and sorbet is the cherry on top of an already supreme sweets menu. Launching today, Faubourg’s small-batch orders are crafted from scratch at its East Vancouver commissary kitchen, making them the ultimate cool summer treat. Fresh flavours include: Vanilla Bean … Read more

Cressey’s Revolving Door @ Meccanica

Cressey’s Revolving Door Infuses Community and Culture in Southeast False Creek Cressey Development Group today announces the launch of Revolving Door, an initiative aimed at cultivating a further sense of community and culture in the bourgeoning Southeast False Creek neighbourhood. With over 40 years experience of quality construction across BC, Cressey recognizes the importance of … Read more

Slow Food Cycle Tour

Slow Food in Canada

  Slow food cycle tours are held all over North America and beyond. It is a movement to showcase and support where and how the local food is grown.   It’s a wonderful day to spend with a bicycle, friends or just to go by yourself. I went to the one in Greendale Chilliwack last … Read more

Horizon’s Restaurant

  Perched atop Burnaby Mountain is Horizon’s Restaurant surrounded by scenic gardens and stunning views of Vancouver, the inlet and the North Shore mountains.  I was there recently to celebrate my son and daughter-in-law’s seventh wedding anniversary.  It was a beautiful warm summer evening and as we arrived a half hour early, we spent some … Read more

Veg Fest Vancouver is Back! Get ready to veg out.

      Calling all veggie lovers! Veg Fest Vancouver will be taking place for its fourth consecutive year in downtown Vancouver on Granville Street on Saturday July 26th from 11-6pm. Come see the multitude of vendors, try the amazing vegetarian and vegan eats, and be educated on the topic of human health, environmental sustainability, … Read more

A fun twist to wine tasting in Osoyoos, British Columbia

  Osoyoos’ LaStella Winery and 3 Phase Adventures partner for SUP & SIP adventure package Arrival by vehicle for a wine tasting is no longer the only option with the 2014 summer launch of LaStella winery and 3 Phase Adventures’ SUP & SIP package. Combining the hottest new water sport on Canada’s warmest lake, with … Read more

Aura Restaurant Shines with New Summer Menus at Nita Lake Lodge

  Experience farm to table at its freshest with Chef Paul Moran’s seasonal eats   Ingredient-driven, vegetable-forward recipes feature on the new summer menus at Aura Restaurant, located at Nita Lake Lodge, Whistler’s only lakeside boutique lodge. Dine à la carte from Aura’s fresh new seasonal menu or let Executive Chef Paul Moran take you … Read more