A while ago, I was invited to join a media group for a preview of the Donnelly Group’s Dine Out menu. This was planned as a ‘progressive dinner’ with each course at a different venue. What it turned into was more of a magical mystery tour with more than a couple of surprises. We began … Read more
The Champagne Tour 2016! Yesterday was an opportunity to taste exceptional wines selected by APVSA. Champagne was the featured wine but there were many more varietals to taste and savour. France Champagne Loire Valley Provence South West Languedoc-Roussillon Rhône Valley Bordeaux Auvergne Spain Tierra De Castilla Priorat, Cava, Conca de Barberà Italy Piedmont Trentino … Read more
Wines of France: Journey through the Loire Valley, France Join Vancouver wine journalist and educator Gloria Chang on this feature story wine tasting of France through the bucolic vineyards of the Loire Valley. What is a feature story wine tasting? Think of it as an interactive magazine story about a wine region with stunning … Read more
“Hey, you’ve been good for three whole weeks now – why not reward yourself with a fun evening with wine, cheese, and a bunch of other like-minded BC wine lovers? For food, we’ll be providing a selection of platters of cheeses, meats, crackers and breads from our friends at Les Amis du Fromage.” When … Read more
Tickets to the 21st Annual Okanagan Fest of Ale, one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest and longest running Consumer Craft Beer and Cider Tasting Events are now on sale. This 2-day event features great entertainment, fabulous food, and an opportunity for 5000+ beer and cider enthusiasts to sample a diverse and delicious selection of craft … Read more
Super Bowl Sunday: one game, many ways to celebrate at Donnelly Group Pick your party and make reservations soon for Super Bowl Sunday Donnelly Group celebrates every Sunday as though it’s Super Bowl Sunday, and so it should come as no surprise that they’re cooking up some very special parties for when the real thing arrives … Read more
New Year, New Home. Redesign yours with Bayside Furniture’s favourite 2016 design trends. With the end of January nearing, its time to kick your design resolutions into high gear. Up the ante with Bayside Furniture’s favourite 2016 design trends. Topping the list are mixed metals, marble, pendant lighting and environmentally friendly pieces. Whichever you choose, … Read more
2016 Sand Sculpting Theme – Community Votes Requested! The Parksville Beach Festival Society is actively planning the 2016 Quality Foods Open Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition. Set to run July 15 through August 21 alongside Parksville’s magnificent beach, the sculptures will once again feature a common theme and community input is appreciated. “The master … Read more
Auberge Vancouver Hotel’s Favourite Under the Radar Places for a Cup of Tea In Downtown Vancouver Although the Vancouver landscape is dotted with numerous Starbucks locations and there’s no denying that we’re well known for having a huge coffee culture, there’s something about a soothing mid-afternoon cup of tea to escape the frenetic cacophony … Read more
FOR THE LOVE OF THE CRAFT: VANCOUVER BREWERY TOURS UNCORKS SECOND ANNUAL VALENTINE’S DAY BREWERY TOUR Guests Will Go Behind the Scenes to Sample Valentine’s-themed Brews, Appetizers, Enjoy a Chocolate-and-Beer Tasting This Valentine’s Day, Vancouver Brewery Tours will again connect local and visiting couples alike to the heart of the city’s booming craft-beer community for … Read more