Exclusive event pairs five-course menu with top-shelf B.C. and international wines When: Wednesday, October 1 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Cibo Trattoria, 900 Seymour St., Vancouver, B.C. Price: $119 per guest, plus tax and gratuity Special Guest: Vancouver wine consultant, judge and columnist Kurtis Kolt Tickets: Call 778-870-3787 or reserve via Eventbrite. Seating is limited In what … Read more
2010 Chardonnay Blackwood Lane Langley, BC $24.00 Silver Medal Tasted 2014 08 Straw coloured with medium intensity. Green apple, mineral and honey on the nose. Well balanced. Citrus, mineral and subdued green apple on the palate with a medium-long finish. This Chablis styled wine paired very well with pan seared scallops and prawns. 2012 … Read more
Here’s what the Hawkers Market hard working organizers have to say: People should expect big. We are really excited to have bestie headline the music schedule.
September 8 was the grand opening of Thai Cuisine by Montri. This latest incarnation for chef Montri Rattanaraj, is located two blocks east of MacDonald, at 2585 W Broadway in Kitsilano, ten blocks east of one of his former restaurants. The media were invited to see the new restaurant that afternoon. We were served … Read more
Quails’ Gate Winery is pleased to announce the release of a new series of wines made to honour its 25th anniversary. The wines, which include a Chardonnay, a Pinot Gris, a Pinot Noir and a Syrah, were made in very limited quantities and will be available for purchase starting Friday September 12th only at … Read more
It’s nearly fall and there’s the scent of an Argentine BBQ in the air at Good Wolf. Richard Goodine, owner of Good Wolf, and Stephanie Morton-Small, Export Director for Decero Wines, are hosting an ‘asado’ or Argentine BBQ brunch. This event will be a fun and casual opportunity to taste Decero’s new Remolino’s … Read more
Vancouver Island’s Pioneering Vineyard Awaits The Story: When visiting Vancouver Island, its unique and beautiful wineries are on a must-see list, with Blue Grouse Estate Winery leading the way. This September, Blue Grouse celebrates local wine and food at the Savour Cowichan festival, with complimentary tastings at the winery from Sept 26 to … Read more
At the end of July, I was lucky enough to attend the International Pinot Noir Celebration (IPNC) at Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon. The 27th annual event was held over three days with many activities, including lectures, guided tastings, winery tours and a salmon barbecue. Lectures covered subjects in geology, history, chemistry, and geography. … Read more
As the end of September approaches, many men and women are busy checking their supplies, checking last year’s notes, cleaning equipment and getting ready for the upcoming harvest. Who are these people? They are home winemakers who are eagerly awaiting the arrival of this year’s grapes. Some have put their orders in months ago … Read more
