Siena Restaurant hosts Dungeness Crab Festival

From now until Saturday, March 26 2016, Siena is offering a variety of tasty Dungeness crab dishes in addition to its regular menu. This is a great opportunity to enjoy some of BC’s world-class seafood at one of Vancouver’s favourite eateries. Siena has arranged for daily deliveries of live local Dungeness crabs, arriving the same … Read more

Spring brings new flavours to the Bistro at Hillside

Hillside Winery & Bistro welcomes new executive chef Duncan McCowan, Hillside proprietor, says “While we will miss chef Rob Cordonier  and his wonderful contributions to the Bistro over the last six years, Brent, who worked closely with Rob as Chef de Cuisine, brings great experience and talent to the Hillside Winery kitchen. This is a natural … Read more

The Wines of British Columbia kick off the Big Taste

The Wines of British Columbia is thrilled to present America’s best-known wine critic and special guest Matt Kramer to kick off The Big Taste in Calgary one day early with a sneak preview of extraordinary BC VQA Wine paired perfectly with avant-garde cuisine at Calgary’s iconic River Café. The BC Wine Institute is proud to … Read more

Okanagan Fest of Ale – sip, savour & stay GIVEAWAY

  We’ve partnered with the hip folks at Okanagan Fest of Ale to bring you an opportunity to win Two Tickets to the Fest plus One Night’s Accommodation at one of the participating Penticton Hotels. a Rafflecopter giveaway   Join 50 craft brewers and 5000+ craft brew enthusiasts in the lakeside resort city of Penticton, … Read more

Sip, Savour & Stay with accommodation packages – Okanagan Fest of Ale

Join 50 craft brewers and 5000+ craft brew enthusiasts in the lakeside resort city of Penticton, BC. Whether you’re a seasoned craft beer connoisseur or a craft beer newcomer you won’t want to miss the 21st Annual Okanagan Fest of Ale April 8 & 9, 2016 in Penticton. This two-day event features great entertainment, fabulous … Read more

Canadian Concert Series returns to Tinhorn Creek in 2016 

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards is pleased to announce the return of their Canadian Concert Series for 2016 with an outstanding lineup of musical artists throughout the summer, all ramping up to the highly anticipated grand finale concert with Canadian rockers 54-40. This summer, enjoy some of Canada’s top musical talent while sipping award-winning wines and taking … Read more

If Pigs Could “Moo” Popular Pig Out festival signals that summer isn’t far away

Oliver Osoyoos Winery Association’s ode to food & wine Pig Out Festival set for April 30th 2016   Celebrating its fifth year, the Pig Out festival offers a perfect way to herald the coming of the summer season in Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country. On Saturday April 30, Covert Farms will be the backdrop for the … Read more

BEST OF THE BRUNCH: RAILTOWN CATERING CLAIMS TOP SPOT

  AT 2016 VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL WINE FESTIVAL VINTNERS BRUNCH   Railtown Executive Sous Chef Mathew Koyanagi’s Black Rice Congee with Pinot Noir-Braised Duck Singled Out as Toast of Annual Wine and Food Pairing Competition Professionals from Vancouver’s food and wine industry raised a glass to Railtown Catering and Executive Sous Chef Mathew Koyanagi on the … Read more

HOPPING READY Chez Christophe celebrates Easter with Chocolate Eggs

  Chez Christophe celebrates spring with a new location and Easter chocolate egg collection   Burnaby Height’s Chez Christophe Chocolaterie Patisserie celebrates the arrival of spring next month by “hopping” across the street to a larger location at 4717 Hastings Street, along with unveiling two new handcrafted eggs to his Easter chocolate collection.     … Read more

East Side Beer Fest 2016

Liberty Merchant Company proudly presents the 4th Annual East Side Beer Fest tasting event. This Liberty-sponsored event is in support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society, which helps provides food for up to 25,000 people in need each week. All proceeds from both ticket sales and draw prizes directly support the GVFBS. The evening … Read more