We are pleased to announce a GIVEAWAY (please see below for details) Cheryl Torrenueva is known for her vibrant personality and signature style. Currently holding the throne as a top designer on Food Network USA’s Restaurant Impossible and resident judge on W Network’s Game of Homes, Cheryl launched her own YouTube channel this year in partnership with Kin Community called … Read more
GIVEAWAY Details below. Contemporary design can sometimes leave homeowners feeling a little cold. Janette Ewen and Jef Hancock, the daring design duo behind design studio Parker Barrow, are experts at livening up modern spaces with strategically placed “winks” (think playful accessories and unexpected pops of colour). Get cheeky chic décor a la Janette and Jef … Read more
GIVEAWAY two tickets to The Great Mushroom Hunt (details and how to enter below) Attention Foodies: Chef Castro Boateng is offering two tickets to The Great Mushroom Hunt in November. Your choice of date: November 1st or 8th The hunt will take place at a secret location in Sooke on Vancouver Island. The … Read more
LET’S TALK TURKEY: RAILTOWN CATERING ADDS EASE AND ELEGANCE TO THE HOLIDAY WITH GOURMET THANKSGIVING TO-GO PACKAGE Portion of Proceeds to Downtown Eastside Outreach Organization Mission Possible Railtown Catering is removing the hassle from the harvest holiday by introducing Thanksgiving To-Go, a gourmet dinner package available on Oct. 11 and 12 that brings together a cornucopia of ready-made … Read more
Our #TasteofThursday Chef Castro Boateng will take you foraging for Wild Mushrooms in a secret location near Sooke. For tickets email chef@nullcastroboateng.com Feature pic: Cole Hofstra Photography
We are pleased to announce a GIVEAWAY (please see below for details) A self-proclaimed “polishedredneck,” Jillian Harris is an expert at mixing equal parts whimsical and classical to achieve her coveted style. Now juggling multiple roles including design host on W Network’s Love It or List It Vancouver and creative director of popular lifestyle … Read more
Have you ever attended a Tasting Plates event by Vancouver Foodster? If not, it is a great way to try small samples of food from different restaurants. This past week Vancouver Foodster, chose the region of “Downtown South” to show off their cuisine. I was looking forward to this event as the list of restaurants … Read more
For something just a little different we thought you might enjoy a dessert recipe. wild rice market bistro modern chinese cuisine www.wildricebc.ca Vanilla Rooibos Brulée Serves 6 ingredients: 4 tbsp Vanilla-scented roiboos tea leaves (available at specialty tea stores) 4 tbsp white sugar 3 tbsp honey pinch of salt 1 ¾ … Read more
Taste of Yaletown event reveals diverse mix of participating restaurants The Yaletown Business Improvement Association (YBIA) is excited to announce the 11th annual Taste of Yaletown (TOY), a two week dining event showcasing unique dishes from 26 restaurants in the neighbourhood. This year’s popular dining event will run from October 15 – 29th, and showcase creativity … Read more
Braised Short Ribs Confit garlic pommes puree, Wild mushroom jus 1 1/2 kg short ribs 1 1/2 tbsp black pepper 1 1/2 tbsp kosher salt 1/2 bottle red wine 1 cup onion (roughly dice) 1/2 cup carrots (roughly dice) 1/2 cup celery (roughly dice) 6 garlic gloves few sprigs of thyme few bay leaf 2 … Read more