The Chef’s table Society, a Vancouver-based non profit charity supporting sustainable food programs that inspire, nurture and educate chefs, producers and the local food industry is returning to the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts with their 3rd annual Slow Fish Dinner. The event is designed to raise awareness for Slow Fish Canada (a Slow … Read more
Bring a touch of magic to the back-to-school season As bold and creative as young imaginations, Redfish Kids Clothing unveils a Fall Collection inspired by the fabric of fairy tales, available in store and online from August 16th, 2016. With a focus on emerald forest greens, rich earthy browns and mysterious midnight blues, … Read more
Shedding its previous reputation as Vancouver’s industrial ghost town, this summer, South Vancouver is treating its surrounding communities to an increasing amount of activities and events that are transforming the area into an urban hub that is accessible residents of Vancouver, Richmond, and Burnaby. The City of Vancouver and its various community associations … Read more
The 8th annual FarmFolk CityFolk Okanagan Feast of Fields being held on Sunday, August 14th is now just a few weeks away. Described as a wandering harvest festival, it showcases some of the very best of the region including chefs, farmers, fishers, ranchers, food artisans, vintners, brewers, and distillers. Okanagan Feast of Fields highlights the connections between farmer and chef, field to … Read more
This past week, Vancouver Foodster hosted another of the ever popular Tasting Plates tours, this time in the Fraserhood area of East Vancouver. The perfect excuse to visit Vancouver’s many, diverse neighbourhoods, Tasting Plates are self-guided tours that give you the chance to try a variety of tasty offerings from the participating restaurants, cafes … Read more
Counter-Service Restaurant to Offer Casual, Locally Sourced Take on Asian Fare, Sit-Down, Take-Out Lunch Options An inspired blend of Far-East flavours and fresh, locally sourced ingredients arrives on the doorstep of downtown Vancouver later this summer when celebrated chef Felix Zhou opens the doors of Heritage Asian Eatery in the heart of the city’s Financial District at 1108 Pender … Read more
Don’t miss seasonal salmon bakes at YEW this summer On Sundays August 14, 21, 28 a limited number of guests will be able to book a seat at YEW’s communal table for an over-the-top, interactive wild salmon bake. Raise a glass of YEW’s red or white Summer Sangria and make new friends as hands … Read more
There were some happy people on Alberni Street the other night. They were the invited guests of The Keg, who were there to sample the Keg’s new Cocktail Hour menu. We were treated to a variety of their new offerings including: Ahi tuna tacos on warm tortillas with cabbage slaw and cilantro, served with … Read more
2016 was the 21st anniversary of the Champagne and Caviar event held at the Vancouver Rowing Club in Stanley Park to benefit amateur sport. This evening of bubbly showcased sparkling wines from many countries and regions other than France, including BC, Italy, New Zealand, Nova Scotia, Spain and California. The Canadian contingent included wines from: … Read more
Canada turns 150 next year and the Vancouver International Wine Festival has invited the wine world to the party. And the wine world has responded: the festival will feature more than 100 international wineries and about 75 Canadian wineries at Canada’s premier wine show. The Canadian lineup includes wineries from British Columbia, Ontario and, … Read more