Erik Hansen Takes Gold Medal at 2026 International Young Chefs Competition

ERIK HANSEN TAKES GOLD MEDAL AT 2026 INTERNATIONAL YOUNG CHEFS COMPETITION Canada’s own Erik Hansen took first place and the gold medal as the Canadian national representative at the prestigious 49th Annual Concours International des Jeunes Chefs Rôtisseurs Competition held in Istanbul, Türkiye on April 18, 2026. Twenty-two of the world’s finest young chefs were … Read more

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park goes all-in for the world’s biggest sporting event

Bridging The Beautiful Game with Canyon Kick-off at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Celebrate the world’s biggest game in Vancouver with family-friendly activities and sights throughout the Park As Vancouver takes centre stage during the world’s biggest soccer tournament, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is lacing up its boots and joining in the celebration. From June 6 … Read more

Lunar New Year Luxury Gift: Limited Edition Johnnie Walker Blue Label

JOHNNIE WALKER AND HAUTE COUTURIER ROBERT WUN COLLABORATE ON LIMITED EDITION DESIGN FOR THE YEAR OF THE HORSE Hong Kong-born, London-based fashion designer, Robert Wun, known for his surrealist and avant-garde designs, partners with Johnnie Walker Blue Label to celebrate the Year of the Horse. Johnnie Walker, the world’s number one Scotch Whisky brand1, today … Read more

Wednesday Wine Reviews from @Sam_WineTeacher

  2018 White Gold (Chardonnay Reserve) Fort Berens Lillooet, BC $29.99 This wine differs from their white label chardonnay in that it leans more toward a California style – bigger and more opulent at a much better price point than its southern peers.  Lemon yellow with medium-minus intensity.  Lemon cream, butter, and pineapple, with undertones … Read more

Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher

#WineWednesday reviews by wine reviewer Sam Hauck aka Sam the Wine Teacher.

#DRINKPINK a spring launch of rosé wines from around the globe!

I enjoyed the day and it was nice to sample so many different rosés. The majority of these wines were organic or biodynamic which is different than what I would normally choose.

A Flight of Sparkling Wines

Today there are about 100 sparkling wines made in BC from a wide variety of grapes.  They range from good wines to premium quality in a variety of styles to suit every palate.