Taste of Spring with Hester Creek Wines
In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love What’s missing here is that in actual fact man’s and woman’s thoughts turn to thoughts of spring wine releases. Like these gorgeous offerings from Hester Creek Estate Winery. These wines are meant to be enjoyed now, whether you are sipping them on…
WINE & DINE
3 of 161 New Zealand Sommelier Scholarship: Applications Now Open (Canada)
New Zealand Wine Sommelier Scholarship Applications Are Now Open! The New Zealand Wine Sommelier Scholarship applications are now open for Canada, with a refreshed selection process designed to both educate and identify the top candidate. This year, the goal remains to select one Canadian sommelier to attend the Sommit in New Zealand in February 2027….
What’s Happening in Vancouver for Mother’s Day 2026
“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.”¹ There are 24 hours in a day and for Mother’s Day MyVanCity.ca has you covered. Count ’em twenty-four ways to treat mom. Whether you’re looking for casual or more formal there is something here for most…
TRAVEL/LEISURE
A Strong Start to 2026 for Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa
Summerland Waterfront Resort Sees Strong Start to 2026 Earns Provincial Housekeeping Recognition Momentum is building for the 2026 tourism season in the South Okanagan, with Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa reporting a strong first quarter and rising bookings heading into spring and summer. Pictured: Sips and Snacks at SWR | Credit:…
EVENTS
Classic, With a Hint of Boho Chic: A Season-Closing La Bohème in Vancouver
La Bohème is bringing Vancouver Opera’s season to a close with its lush orchestration, emotional depth and familiar charm. Puccini is a reliable go-to for good reason. Arguably his most beloved work, this production understood the assignment: that audiences come to La Bohème wanting to feel something, not to be challenged just for the sake…
DRINKS
EMBERS ALIGHT: AWARD-WINNING “EMBER” SMOKED GIN
EMBERS ALIGHT: COPPERPENNY DISTILLING CO. RELEASES ITS AWARD-WINNING “EMBER” SMOKED GIN IN BC North Vancouver Distillery’s Latest Innovative Gin Earned Gold at The Spirits Business Global Gin Masters 2025 Competition in London, UK Smoky spirit lovers and Gin aficionados, take heart: Copperpenny Distilling Co.’s hotly anticipated and award-winning Ember Smoked Gin is now available at the distillery’s bottle…
[instagram-feed feed=2]
