The last day of Dine Out Vancouver, Sunday Feb 5, was a Brunch Crawl for me on Commercial Drive. Quite luckily it did not snow that day. Just crisp air to make your cheeks rosy and ready for something warm to drink and eat. Commercial Drive fit the bill. Below are a few comments … Read more
Science of Cocktails is back – and thirsty Vancouverites will once again have the opportunity to be shaken and stirred by this one-of-a-kind event that explores the art of mixology, modern cuisine and the science behind both. On February 9, 2017, the signature fundraiser will transform Science World at TELUS World of Science into Vancouver’s … Read more
We all have them – items on our bucket list that we vow, year after year, to finally check off. I’ve been wanting to see Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo since they debuted more than 30 years ago – and I was thrilled to see this amazing troupe last week at the Queen … Read more
A staycation eases any stress of long distance travel and makes you appreciate your area through the eyes of a visitor. Recently, we had one such opportunity in Kelowna when I received an invitation to check out MTL’s Supper Club dinner and a stay at Hotel Zed. To make it a truly Canadian experience, … Read more
Boulevard Brings Out the Best of BC with Wine Brunch during Dine Out Vancouver Festival and Explores ‘The Cool Climates of California’ as Part of Vancouver International Wine Festival Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar Director of Operations and Sommelier Steve Edwards is pleased to announce a duo of exclusive wine events this February that … Read more
Neighbourhood pizzeria launches first of three new Saskatchewan restaurants today Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, today announced the grand opening of their 29th franchised location on Rochdale Boulevard in Regina, and the second Regina-based Famoso to open in as many years. This is the first of three locations opening up in … Read more
Last month, as those who follow MyVanCity know, I had the pleasure of attending “A Taste of Wines from Italy” at the Terminal City Club. Despite a few enthusiast friends who have brought over some great bottles for dinner parties, I really hadn’t spent too much time thinking about Italian wines. It wasn’t until the … Read more
The National Park Service (NPS) has arranged informal press conferences that include the Pearl Harbor Survivors. An early morning boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial for interested national and local press is also being made available. The days and times are listed below: December 5 – BOAT TOUR, 6:30 AM to … Read more
Coworking brand announces official plans to launch its second location in Coquitlam, featuring all-new amenities for members CMPNY is coming to Coquitlam, and like its flagship location in Burnaby, Spacekraft by CMPNY, it’s set to redefine traditional coworking. Located at 300-3007 Glen Drive in the bustling Evergreen neighbourhood, CMPNY Coquitlam is just steps … Read more
Vancouver Rising Star takes over the kitchen at the Chinatown mainstay Mamie Taylor’s is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Koop as its new Head Chef. “When I heard about the position opening at Mamie Taylor’s, I jumped at the chance,” Jeff says. That chance will see him heading up a new menu … Read more