Wine and Dine

SERVE AND PROJECT: FARMER’S APPRENTICE CHEF DAVID GUNAWAN TEAMS UP WITH NOURISH’S DAN CHEUNG FOR PROJECT CHEF FUNDRAISER MARCH 4

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  Gunawan and Cheung Collaborate on Four-Course ‘Eat. Learn. Gather.’ Event that Underscores Importance of Making Informed Food Choices while Giving Back Reconnecting people with the importance of embracing local, organic and sustainable food comes into clear focus when Chef David Gunawan of Farmer’s Apprentice and Owner Dan Cheung of Nourish Vancouver team up to … Read more

A Fantastic Fill at the Commercial Drive Brunch Crawl

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  The last day of Dine Out Vancouver, Sunday Feb 5, was a Brunch Crawl for me on Commercial Drive.  Quite luckily it did not snow that day.  Just crisp air to make your cheeks rosy and ready for something warm to drink and eat.  Commercial Drive fit the bill.  Below are a few comments … Read more

Bench 1775 Winery our recommendations from @Sam_WineTeacher

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  The wines that Val Tait, viticulturalist and winemaker at Bench 1775, makes all have their own character and are enjoyable in their own right, yet there is a common thread running through them that speaks to her style and commitment to quality. Look for these wines at the Vancouver International Wine Festival – February … Read more

Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher

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2015 Chardonnay (Crofters) Houghton Margaret River, Australia $16.99 This Aussie chardonnay is delicate and elegant. Lemon yellow with medium-light intensity. The nose shows aromas of citrus, ripe apple, vanilla and butter. Well balanced. The oak is well integrated with the fruit followed by a medium-plus finish. This is a good value wine.   2013 Cabernet … Read more

GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH LEGENDARY WINEMAKER CHRIS FIGGINS 

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  Sip Hard to Find Wines from Leonetti Cellars, FIGGINS, and Toil Oregon at Taste of Tulalip Wine Seminar on February 11th As part of the ongoing Taste of Tulalip wine series, Sommelier Tommy Thompson will be hosting Winemaker Chris Figgins for a one-of-kind tasting featuring hard to find wine pours from the legendary Leonetti … Read more

FEBRUARY FEATURES AT OYAMA SAUSAGE CO.

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  Oyama Sausage Co. was recently awarded by Westender Magazine a first place (GOLD) in the categories of Best Deli as well as Best Stall at Granville Island Market.  Below is a brief listing of Oyama’s special features for the upcoming month. Saturday, Feb. 4th & Sunday, Feb. 5th – Football Weekend Oyama’s party trays … Read more

TOPTABLE GROUP EXPANDS PRESENCE AT WHISTLER

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  – Legendary Il Caminetto is the Newest Addition to Portfolio – Il Caminetto, one of British Columbia’s most storied restaurants, was founded in 1981 by Umberto Menghi. The consummate chef and host, Umberto has led Vancouver and Whistler’s dining scene over the decades with successful restaurants such as Il Giardino, Al Porto and, most … Read more

Yaletown Brunch Crawl

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  With Dine Out Vancouver well into it’s second week, there are several foodie events taking place across the city, including the ever popular weekend brunch crawls. Presented by Vancouver Foodster, each weekend showcases two neighbourhoods, with local restaurants and shops presenting their own unique take on brunch. This past weekend, My husband and I … Read more

The Truck Stop Diner at Red Truck Beer launches craft beer floats and new menu items

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  Truckers are straightforward, direct types, but even they don’t want to eat and drink the same thing every day. So, to keep things fresh and interesting, the Truck Stop Diner at Red Truck Beer is pleased to roll out a  host of new menu items for appetites big and small.   Pulled pork is a diner essential and … Read more

A Valentine’s Day Menu for the Chocoholic at Rocky Mountain Flatbread

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  Rocky Mountain Flatbread and Koko Monk Chocolates are delighted to present our second annual Valentine’s Day Menu for the Chocoholic featuring raw chocolate and Rocky Mountain Flatbread favourites. Rocky Mountain Flatbread’s Chef Oliver Zulauf has created a delicious three-course menu for Valentine’s Day that offers over 75 pizza and pasta combinations to choose from. … Read more