Pangburn Philosophy presents secularism’s star speaker on November 6 Experience a riveting meeting of minds when respected scientist Richard Dawkins joins Matt Dillahunty – renowned atheist and former fundamentalist Baptist – on stage for an evening of thought-provoking discussion. Presented by Pangburn Philosophy, the live conversation will take place on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at the Chan Centre … Read more
Garagiste North Artisan Wine Festival September 18, 2016 VANCOUVER URBAN WINERY PRESENTS SUNDAY SCHOOL: THE #800 SERIES NEW EXECUTIVE CHEF SIMON BOUCHARD JOINS THE TEAM AT LIQUIDITY BISTRO Taking orders now: TURKEY TIME: RAILTOWN CATERING ANNOUNCES RETURN OF POPULAR THANKSGIVING TO-GO PACKAGE SALT OF THE EARTH: THE SALTED VINE … Read more
Beloved Event’s Relocation and Expansion to Jack Poole Plaza Offers More Than 50,000 Square Feet of German Jubilation A treasured holiday tradition for locals and visitors alike, the Vancouver Christmas Market announced today that it will be moving from its original site at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza to its new, expansive seaside … Read more
Experienced wine country chef heads up award-winning winery restaurant in Okanagan Falls Fall brings fresh new ingredients and a new face to the kitchen team at Liquidity Bistro. Executive Chef Simon Bouchard has an experienced approach to wine country cuisine, with a background that includes roles as catering chef at Mission Hill Winery, … Read more
Railtown Also Gives Thanks to Local Community by Donating Portion of Proceeds to Downtown Eastside Outreach Organization Mission Possible Back by popular demand, Railtown Catering is talking turkey once again with their gourmet Thanksgiving-To-Go package that combines their trademark creativity and innovative cuisine in a ready-made seasonal feast ideal for eight to 10 guests, available for … Read more
From October 15 to the 30th, 2016 over 30 Chinese restaurants will be featuring their unique dishes to us here in the Lower Mainland in what is known as the Chopstick Festival. To get the word out about the participating restaurants, there have been media dinners, one of which I recently attended at Chuanxi Plain … Read more
Enter to win Alaska Airlines VIP Taste Washington Sweepstakes for popular epicurean tastings, tours and parties. Taste Washington, Seattle’s premier wine and food festival, celebrates its 20th anniversary March 23-26, 2017. Individual tickets to the festival go on sale December 1, 2016 at www.tastewashington.org. The signature event had a record-breaking year in 2016, drawing more … Read more
2013 Sauvignon Blanc / Viognier Bonamici Cellars Okanagan Falls $21.90 This virtual winery, the creation of Philip Soo and Mario Rodi, uses the facilities at Synchromesh Winery in Okanagan Falls. The wine is straw coloured tinged with green and medium-minus in intensity. Peach and apricot aromas dominate the nose followed by delicate notes of honey, … Read more
At the recent Western Regional Final of the national MADE WITH LOVE cocktail competition, Vancouver bartenders again showed why they’re among the best in Canada and around the world. Held at the prestigious Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 15 bartenders created their own unique ambiance and cocktail for the judges and public. This year, Jasmine Radu from UVA Wine … Read more
Liberty Wine Merchants do many things well, but the one that impresses me the most is how they take time to showcase and promote local beverage producers. Liberty holds several such events every year and always ties them in with charity fundraisers. The most recent event was the Best of Craft evening held at … Read more