World-renowned Okanagan winery announces the return of stylish, seasonal dining destination, along with new national ‘Bring Mission Hill Home’ contest A destination in its own right, and ranked ‘One of the Top 5 Winery Restaurants in the World’ (Travel + Leisure magazine), Mission Hill Family Estate’s Terrace Restaurant is now open for the 2018 season. … Read more
H2 Rotisserie & Bar and H Tasting Lounge make the harbour-side resort a prime destination on Dad’s special day The Westin Bayshore Vancouver’s H2 Rotisserie & Bar and H Tasting Lounge are superb dining destinations for visitors and locals alike. And on Sunday, June 17, they offer Dads and their families a number of … Read more
Celebration for foodies and film buffs to take place in the South Okanagan June 15th – 17th, 2018 Devour! The Food Film Fest returns to Osoyoos this summer, bringing with it an exciting ensemble of celebrated chefs from around the country, who will be cooking up delicious, film-inspired plates over an action-packed three-day celebration. Taking place from … Read more
Once again Quails’ Gate will be pouring their wines at the Chef Meets BC Grape Taste of the Okanagan at See Ya Later Ranch. This tented, festival style outdoor extravaganza is set in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. Be sure to look for us as you take in this wine and food pairing event. … Read more
On our whirlwind Okanagan trip we prioritized our wine tasting experiences. You know it’s amazing what you can pack into two days if you have the right incentive. The right incentive for me is always the opportunity to taste the yummy wines of British Columbia and this recent trip was no exception. I am a huge … Read more
Last week Provence Marinaside TWB unveiled their new Rosé Collection. Featuring 46 different Rosé wines both old world and new world, including 41 available by the glass. No surprise I didn’t manage to taste all 41 which means I’ll just have to go back to TWB again and again this summer and why not TWB … Read more
TURNING UP THE HEAT The Downlow Chicken Shack cranks it up with Nashville Hot Chicken starting June 13th Things are about to get hotter on Vancouver’s Commercial Drive as The Downlow Chicken Shack (905 Commercial Drive) brings Southern charm and hospitality to the city with its take on Nashville Hot Chicken. The popular crispy, fried … Read more
Vancouver Art Gallery’s Summer 2018 Exhibition “Cabin Fever “Cabin Fever” is a multimedia journey through the 300 year history of the cabin’s significance in North America. Replete with architectural models, photography, paintings, videos and a sizable collection of artifacts, the exhibition follows the cultural influences of a changing world on the structure and function … Read more
Award-winning local playwright Meghan Gardiner has crafted a heartfelt show perfect for first time young playgoers at Carousel Theatre’s wee Bee Stage. We Three features colourful, gentle and expressive characters named M, E and 3 who explore themes of belonging and understanding through songs and interactive tactile experiences. Actors CJ McGillivray, Melissa Oei and Allan … Read more
MANE EVENT, Chor Leoni’s summer romp on the Bard stage at Vanier Park (3pm & 8 pm, June 25 & July 2), finds Vancouver’s renowned choir of singing lions shaking out their manes for their 25th and final time at Vancouver’s iconic summer venue. Mane Event blends the old with the new, folk songs with … Read more