THEIR BUSINESS VALUES + MISSION: To have fun doing what we do and to put a smile on people’s faces along the way. To create a community experience through a whimsical, nostalgic treat with a modern twist. WHAT THEY DO: We make real fruit and botanical syrups & cordials, using fresh whole ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible. No … Read more
Lucky’s Doughnuts Packs A Punch on National Doughnut Day: Friday, June 3 Wine Dinner – at Latab, featuring BC Wines, Lock & Worth, Nichol Cien Boutique pop – up shop Saturday June 4 at OPUS Hotel Lounge BEACH BAY CAFÉ KNOWS HOW TO PARTY: ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION INTRODUCES DAILY BRUNCH, SPECIAL … Read more
Erica Minisini and Lily Ayala launched Cien Boutique in November 2015 when they had trouble finding unique and affordable style in their own city of Vancouver. Having to pay ridiculous duties, exchange rates, and shipping fees for online shopping outside of Canada, they decided to bring the latest trends to their own web based … Read more
Enjoy an active summer with hiking and biking, food festivals and music on the mountain. Big White signals the start of summer on July 1 with the opening of its hiking trails and a season of festivities, from musical events to culinary celebrations, which continues until Labour Day Monday on September 5. “Big White’s 2016 … Read more
Situated just steps from English Bay, Beach Bay Café and Patio is ideal for summertime lounging – and to celebrate its one-year anniversary, the restaurant has opened its doors for daily brunch, lunch and dinner, inviting diners to enjoy Executive Chef Felix Zhou’s fresh West Coast fare around the clock. Initially available only on … Read more
Summer is just around the corner, school is almost out, and Oyama is ready to supply your BBQ and picnic basket with an assortment of tasty treats! Thursday June 2nd to Sunday 5th Granville Island Children’s Festival This is always a fun even to attend with your kids. At Oyama we prepare by making … Read more
The Extraordinary Italian Taste – Promotion and Enhancement of the Authentic Italian Agri-Food Products, promoted and financed by the Italian Government (Ministry of Economic Development) and organized in collaboration with the network of Italian Chambers of Commerce in North America. On Thursday, May 26th a select number of media and a larger number of wine … Read more
Sustainable Menu Offerings to Occur Monthly at Tulalip Resort Casino Beginning Sunday, June 5th, Tulalip Bay Restaurant’s Chef Jeremy Taisey will take guests on a monthly local food tour using fresh, sustainable ingredients on the first Sunday of each month during 2016. The two-hour dinner will begin at 5:30 pm, and will be served … Read more
Ah, the Loire Valley of France. What comes to mind? Pictures of magnificent Chateaux and stunning gardens reflecting times of grandeur, and wine, so much wine, sparkling, white, rosé and red; the Loire has it all. I was delighted to be invited to lunch at Earls at in Yaletown to attend a session presented … Read more
2011 Syrah Pacific Breeze New Westminster, BC $23.99 This is a small lot wine with only 830 bottles made. The wine is garnet red with deep intensity. A layered nose showing aromas of blackberry, black currant, raspberry, tar, black pepper, earth, cedar, chocolate and sweet spice. Very well balanced with smooth ripe tannins. This … Read more