Here’s what is happening on the dining scene in August Honey Salt Honey Salt is celebrating Pride Weekend on August 1 and 2 with a colourful brunch experience designed for gathering, sharing and celebrating together. Available from 10:30am to 3pm, guests can enjoy a vibrant Pride-inspired menu featuring a grand tier of savoury and sweet … Read more
Friday was a bit of a turmoil. We were dealing with an unexpected plumbing emergency resulting in a major flood in the kitchen. Mops, the shop vac and fast thinking helped save the day, sort of. Lots of restoration work going on with huge fans and heaters making the house very uncomfortable. The solution? an … Read more
BURDOCK & CO RETURNS TO ITS NEIGHBOURHOOD ROOTS WITH A NEW WALK-IN BAR MENU PLUS Gobo in the Garden dials up the vinyl and yakitori heat O’Rourke Family Estate and Peak Cellars announced as official wine partners for Burdock x Passage dinner on Aug. 11 Michelin-starred Burdock & Co returns to its neighbourhood roots with … Read more
The 2026 salmon season has arrived with particular excitement, as British Columbia anticipates its strongest Fraser River sockeye return since 2018. To mark the occasion, selected restaurants across the province are showcasing limited-time Wild BC Salmon features, giving diners the opportunity to enjoy one of our most celebrated ingredients at its seasonal peak. There are … Read more
WHAT’S NEW IN FRANCE | SUMMER 2026 As summer reaches its peak, the French art de vivre continues to reinvent itself through bold culinary concepts, heritage transformations, and expanded boutique getaways. From a historic château overlooking the Sancerre to a creative hideaway in Provence, a quintessential Parisian bistrot and an unexpected ice cream pop-up in … Read more
Tickets on Sale July 21 for Dames Dine Around 2026 Two Nights. Exceptional Restaurants. A Lasting Impact. We are delighted to announce that ticket sales start tomorrow, July 21st (10 a.m.) for Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter (LDBC) Dames Dine Around 2026! Over two unforgettable evenings, guests will enjoy specially curated multi-course dinners at many … Read more
A New Patio for Summer in Gastown Just in time for patio season, L’Abattoir has officially opened its new 18-seat patio, offering guests a vibrant outdoor dining experience in the heart of historic Gastown. The streetside patio provides the perfect setting for evening cocktails, curated Champagne flights, and dinner, while taking in the energy of … Read more
L’Abattoir Celebrates 16 Years of Culinary Excellence in Gastown The award-winning restaurant toasts its anniversary with major industry recognition, a newly opened patio, and fresh seasonal offerings from Chef Jasper Cruickshank and the L’Abattoir team L’Abattoir is celebrating 16 years as one of Vancouver’s most beloved dining destinations, marking the milestone with a series of … Read more
DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER HOTSPOT DESI INDIAN LOUNGE TO OFFER EXCLUSIVE PRIX-FIXE MENU ON CANADA DAY Executive Chef Bal Ajagaonkar Showcases Four-Course Feast for the Senses for $45 per Person from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1st Desi Indian Lounge Executive Chef Bal Ajagaonkar is showcasing an exclusive Canada Day Prix-Fixe Menu on Wednesday., … Read more
The perfect summer extension: Pairing a Vancouver wine tour with a voyage North A cruise offers you a chance to embark upon new horizons, new sights, new friends, and importantly, new flavours, and there is no better way to experience this than by sailing to Alaska from the picturesque port of Vancouver, British Columbia. From … Read more