Adega on 45th: Portuguese Spirit in Canada’s Desert Wine Country

At the foot of Anarchist Mountain in Osoyoos, just minutes from the Canada–U.S. border, sits Adega on 45th. Adega is the Portuguese word for a wine cellar or winery, an appropriate name for a winery that proudly celebrates its heritage while producing distinctly Okanagan wines. Many visitors drive past Adega on their way to Nk’Mip … Read more

Yaletown’s Moltaqa—Where Spice and Hospitality Make for a Slow-Simmered Soul

Yaletown’s Moltaqa—Where Spice and Hospitality Make for a Slow-Simmered Soul Compared to the hustle and flash of Vancouver’s Yaletown, there’s something special about walking into Moltaqa, which in Arabic means “a place where people meet.” From the warm glow of Moroccan lanterns to the rich jewel-toned décor, the restaurant feels inviting and intimate. Since opening … Read more

FIVE SAILS ENTERS A NEW ERA AS FIVE SAILS BY ALEX KIM

FIVE SAILS ENTERS A NEW ERA AS FIVE SAILS BY ALEX KIM National Champion Chef Alex Kim Becomes Chef-Partner and Co-Owner of Five Sails “Five Sails has long been one of Vancouver’s most iconic restaurants, and it’s an incredible honour to become a partner in its future,” says Alex Kim. “I’m excited to continue shaping … Read more

In Conversation With Jesse Dame | Birdman

In Conversation With Jesse Dame | Birdman Jesse Dame is a Vancouver Island-born entrepreneur, restaurateur, and founder of Cottage Hospitality Group. With nearly 30 years in hospitality, he has worked with globally recognized brands including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Walt Disney World before returning to Victoria to open Wind Cries Mary, Rudi, and Birdman. … Read more

Little Engine Wines Launches Vineyard Terrace for 2026

LITTLE ENGINE WINES OPENS VINEYARD TERRACE FOR THE 2026 SEASON A New Evening Lakeside Lounge Experience Debuts on the Naramata Bench Little Engine Wines has officially opened its Vineyard Terrace for the season, introducing a new evening lounge experience where the lake, the vines, and golden hour come together on the Naramata Bench. The Vineyard … Read more

Moments Hospitality Collective Partners with Le Vieux Pin on Limited-Edition Rosé

Moments Hospitality Collective Partners with Le Vieux Pin on Limited-Edition Rosé  BC Winemaker Dinners on April 15 and 16 to mark the launch of “A Moment in Time” Celebrated BC restaurant group, Moments Hospitality Collective is partnering with Le Vieux Pin to release a limited-edition rosé, “A Moment in Time,” available at all Moments locations. … Read more

Luxuriate in Okanagan Lifestyle at Bialto B&B Penticton

Luxuriate in Okanagan Lifestyle at Bialto B&B Penticton Elevate your travel to the Okanagan with a stay at Bialto B&B where you are immersed in the local community. Set apart from the usual tourist settings, this elegant bed and breakfast is situated in Penticton’s Sendero Canyon modern subdivision. Owned and operated by partners Mike Bryde … Read more

Vancouver International Wine Festival Ticket On-Sale Dates

Tickets are currently on sale for four International Festival Tastings (IFT) and the Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction,

Helsinki’s Restaurant Culture 2026

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