It’s a fact – Vancouver loves Happy Hours. Since the laws changed a couple of years ago, Happy Hour specials have proliferated amongst the city’s restaurants and lounges. Most happen in the late afternoon, like Provence Marinaside’s very popular Tappy Hour (from 3 – 5 p.m daily). A few places have ‘after hours’ … Read more
It doesn’t matter whether you call them ‘tomatoes,’ ‘tomahtoes,’ ‘tomates’ or ‘pomodoro’ – everyone agrees that the tomato is the ultimate summer ingredient. Eaten fresh-picked out-of-hand, chopped into salsas and salads, juiced, roasted or sun-dried – there are almost as many ways to enjoy their flavourful goodness as there are heirloom varieties. Provence … Read more
Whether you prefer them steamed, grilled, boiled or sautéed, everyone can agree they love the sumptuous flavour of fresh lobster from Atlantic Canada. From July 4 to 31, Provence Marinaside offers you the opportunity to enjoy Canadian lobster prepared with French flair at its annual Lobster Festival. Executive Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia and Chef de … Read more
After visiting some local restaurants with samples of Play Estate wines, Donita Dyer, Territory Sales Manager at Empson Wines Canada, arranged an intimate impromptu gathering at Provence Marinaside with Play Estate General Manager and winemaker, Mohamed Awad. Play Estates, one of Penticton’s newest wineries, opened its doors just last summer. It is situated along the … Read more
EASTER FEASTING: RAILTOWN CATERING MAKES CELEBRATING EASY THIS APRIL WITH EXCLUSIVE EASTER TO-GO PACKAGE EASTER SUNDAY, WEST COAST-STYLE: BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR PRESENTS EXCLUSIVE BUFFET BRUNCH SERVICE ON APRIL 16 Celebrate a delicious Easter at Dockside’s Marketplace Brunch Buffet #TasteofThursday Honey Glazed Bone-In Ham recipe The top 5 romantic … Read more
From April 1st through 30th, join Provence Marinaside as it celebrates its ninth annual Poisson d’Avril. In France, ‘Poisson d’Avril’ (April’s Fish) is a one day affair corresponding to our April Fool’s Day filled with whimsical pranks and games (background & history) . “Poisson d’Avril is an opportunity to welcome spring with a bit … Read more
2016 has been a roller coaster of a year – time to kick it out and trade it in for a brand new sparkly one. The French know a thing or two about how to how to ring in the New Year – lobsters, oysters, foie gras, and of course plenty of champagne. … Read more
Dear Friends, It is with a mixture of excitement and sadness that we write you today with some news about Provence Restaurants. Recently, Raj Aujay, a former employee, made us an offer to purchase our original restaurant, Provence Mediterranean Grill, on West 10th Avenue in Point Grey. After much soul searching, negotiating and dreaming, … Read more
YBIA announces 12th annual dining event and reveals participating restaurants The Yaletown Business Improvement Association (YBIA) is excited to announce the 12th annual Taste of Yaletown (TOY), a two-week dining event showcasing unique dishes from 31 restaurants in the neighbourhood. This year’s popular dining event will run from October 13 – 27th, bringing a … Read more
Dames Wine – Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter Celebrate a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner at Dockside Restaurant GLOWBAL’S Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet WESTERN CANADA’S MOST POPULAR HALLOWEEN EVENT RETURNS LEGENDS OF THE FALL: THOMAS HAAS UNVEILS SIGNATURE CREATIONS TO USHER IN AUTUMN Reminder: EAT! Vancouver Is Back! #MarketMonday vendor PASTICHE … Read more