The Magnolia is centrally located, recently underwent an extensive renovation, has a top notch spa, an on trend Mediterranean restaurant on site and the most comfortable rooms ever. A boutique style hotel the Magnolia is a gem in Victoria. The hotel is quiet and efficiently run. Many of the guests are in Victoria on … Read more
Do you recognize this building? Chances are, you do. It’s Walt Disney’s Cinderella’s Castle and the tale of how it came to be is the reason behind everything we do at Jive. Let us tell you a story about the power of visibility… In 1952, a man by the name of Walt Disney had a … Read more
You definitely want to be a part of this terrific Food and Wine event. So be sure to buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment. You can buy tickets at retailers or right now online. Purchase tickets online! VIP tickets are limited! Go VIP to Taste Washington and enjoy these exclusive benefits: An … Read more
It may be Spring but there’s still time for Warm Up to Winter – The Platinum Experience winery tours. This premium package developed by Okanagan Wine Country Tours (OWCT) allows you to take advantage of the slower season in the region’s wineries for a highly personalized tour in three of the premier estate wineries. … Read more
If you are anything like me you spend a lot of time during the winter thinking of your next Okanagan summer getaway. “Research” is of course one of the great joys of food and drink education, and I am forever trying to keep up with the changing face of our BC wine scene, and … Read more
Outstanding young chef Paul Moran, winner of the Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship competition, recently took the reins of the kitchen as Executive Chef at the exclusive resort Nita Lake Lodge in Whistler, British Columbia. Joined by Chef Stephanie Noel who takes the position of Director of Food and Beverage at Nita Lake Lodge. It was … Read more
Each New Year begins with great intentions. People come to me determined to meet their fitness goals and excited to jump in and start a new program. For many, it only takes a month or two for the enthusiasm and resolve to wane. Off track and disheartened, they give up only to repeat the … Read more
Exclusive Sneak Peek into PlayDome anyone? I’m a children’s book author and play is my area of expertise. Needless to say I was quickest in line to cover the fun. Note to self. Don’t ever show up at a media preview dressed like cotton candy. Or actually DO, because they’ll … Read more
Want to Receive More Messages? How To Write A Successful Online Dating Profile “I have been online dating for a couple of weeks, I get a lot of winks but so far not many messages. What should I write on my profile to increase my messages?” Karen, 32 When you are online dating essentially you … Read more
April 6, 2pm – 6pm Purchase tickets via Eventbrite: http://vancouverculinaryscavengerhunt.ca Your scavenger hunt is a multi-faceted “tasting experience” through downtown Vancouver with clues, challenges, and more. Following your “map and clues card” as your guide, you will enjoy dishes, bites and treats as well as have a chance to meet the chefs and other … Read more