BC Shellfish Festival

The BC Shellfish Festival is extremely pleased to announce the lineup for the Chefs’ Dinner on Friday, June 17, 2011 at the historic Filberg Lodge & Park. This year’s dinner will bring in chefs from far and wide with a passion for preparing sustainably raised shellfish to treat 200 guests to a truly authentic taste…

Celebrating Wine, Women and Food

Thursday, March 10 · 5:30pm – 9:30pm Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street Kelowna, BC You will sip, savoir and learn about BC wines and savour delicious gourmet food from DP Events Catering. Connect with BC’s talented women who are setting new trends in the food & wine industry and making a difference in our community!…

Escape on a Spa Retreat in the Heart of the City

The Granville Island Hotel and Calixica Holistic Spa Boutique collaborate to create a unique rejuvenation experience Granville Island is a world within the city; a unique community of markets, artisans and artists on reclaimed and redeveloped industrial lands. It’s a favourite getaway destination for locals and visitors alike, whether they’re taking a relaxing lunch break…

Naramata Bench Wineries Vancouver Spring Wine Release & Auction

Vancouver Spring Release Event‚   April 21‚ 2011 – 6:30 to 9:00pm at The Westin Bayshore Hotel in downtown Vancouver. Click here to buy tickets online.  Tickets can also be purchased by phone at 1-800-663-1900. “What’s better than a new wine release?  A not yet released Barrel!  This year Naramata Bench wine makers are bringing wines in…

Robert Craig Winery Dinner at Fraiche

On February 28th we welcome Adam Glatt, the National Sales Manager at Robert Craig Winery, as he hosts an intimate dinner featuring the wines of Robert Craig. Tickets are $125 per person, including tax and gratuity. Please contact the restaurant at 604-925-7595 to purchase. Robert Craig established the winery in 1992 and has been a…

VINESTARS OF WINE CELEBRATE 33 YEARS AT PLAYHOUSE WINE FESTIVAL

Meet the industry’s top international trendsetters and principal vintners To mark its 33rd year the 2011 Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival will welcome some of the most progressive winemakers and winery leaders in the world. From pouring at the International Festival Tasting to hosting events, these vin-pioneers are set to satisfy curious neophytes and seasoned…

Book launch for “A Boy After the Sea 2”

Fundraiser – Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 – 6pm The Loss of a Son Brings Hope To Youth In Crisis; Father hopes inspirational cookbook will raise funds for Canadian drug addicted youth. Author and Chef Kevin Snook will be in Canada this March to launch his second cookbook on behalf of the Dan Snook Foundation, with…

Lonsdale Quay Market presents SAVOUR Feb. 25-27

Delight your senses at SAVOUR, Lonsdale Quay Market’s food and beverage festival. Explore the array of fine foods and the experts who prepare them, from locally grown produce to imported delicacies. Rediscover the taste of Lonsdale Quay Market with Market Taste Tours, a cooking demonstration, British beer sampling, artisanal food vendors, wine tasting, nutrition seminar,…

SCANDINAVE SPA WHISTLER AND FRESH AIR ADVENTURES INVITE GUESTS TO UNPLUG AND UNWIND

Ride Whistler Blackcomb, Snowshoe Callaghan Valley or Experience Nordic Adventure at Lost Lake The restorative effects of the Scandinave Spa Whistler are now being coupled with signature Whistler adventures. From skiing and riding Whistler Blackcomb to experiencing Nordic adventure in the Callaghan Valley or at Lost Lake, the rejuvenating effects of the outdoor spa are…

Shaken and Stirred – USA takes on Canada

The ultimate Battle of the Chefs unfolds as The Fairmont Newport Beach’s Executive Chef, Chad Blunston challenges The Fairmont Empress’ Executive Sous Chef Ken Nakano in an international rival. Each skilled chef will be challenged to create five decadent courses, paired with five masterful classic cocktails.  Chefs Blunston and Nakano will be judged on gastronomic…

HEALTHY CHEF COMPETITION

B.C. PRODUCE MARKETING ASSOCIATION “HEALTHY CHEF COMPETITION” 12TH ANNIVERSARY Date: Wednesday March 16, 2011 Time: 6:30pm – Showcase 6:30pm – No Host Bar 7:30pm – Dinner Location: The Hyatt Regency Vancouver (Regency Ballroom 3rd Floor) Price: $85.00 HST included

Beer Dinner at Chutney Villa

R&B Brewing and our neighbours at Chutney Villa are proud to announce a beer dinner with a Subcontinental twist. Our brewers and their chefs have teamed up to conceptualize and prepare a decadent five course meal, with beers specially created to fit with the vibrant palate of South Indian cuisine. THE MENU First Pairing Spiced…

See Ya Later Winemaker’s Dinner with Mason Spink

Wednesday February 23 / 6:30pm The Edge Social Grille and Lounge 1100 Granville St. Vancouver call (604) 681-3343 to reserve reception, 4 course pairing and good times S Y L WINEMAKER’S DINNER beetroot,goat cheese, pear, hazelnut see ya later ranch brut lightly smokedsablefish, belgian endive & fennel barigoule see ya later ranch chardonnay housemade fazzoletti…

CinCin Ristorante Welcomes Tuscany’s Terralsole Winery

Exclusive Winemaker’s Dinner Hosts One of Italy’s Top Brunello Producers Where: CinCin Ristorante, 1154 Robson Street, Vancouver When: Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011, 6:30PM Special Guest: Mario Bollag, Terralsole winemaker and proprietor Through her role as wine director of CinCin Ristorante and frequent trips to Verona’s annual VinItaly Expo, Sarah McCauley has had the opportunity to…

Hart House Introduces “Share the Love” Dinner for Two

Looking for a way to ignite the spark of a new romance, celebrate a lifelong passion or perhaps just share a great meal with your favorite person?  Hart House’s “Share the Love” dinner for two provides everything you need, including great value and a meal to remember. Starting February 15th, 2011 the two-course menu is…

SHARE THE KITCHEN WITH CHEF GUGGENHEIMER

Spring is just around the corner and there’s no better time to get fresh in the kitchen. Share your energy and enthusiasm, and a restaurant kitchen with our critically-acclaimed Chef Nathan Guggenheimer. Private Cooking Class Tuesday February 22nd Be part of a private cooking lesson for eight, plus dinner with db Bistro Moderne’s Chef de…

St. Regis Hotel Announces Holt Renfrew Shopping Package

Shop at Canada’s finest fashion retailer and sleep in style The St. Regis Hotel Vancouver is proud to announce the launch of the ultimate getaway; one that combines the peerless style of Canada’s finest fashion retailer, Holt Renfrew, with the unmatched personal service of Vancouver’s premiere downtown boutique hotel. You’ll be in shopping heaven. The…

Refuel Late Night P.I.G. Out

Refuel Late Night P.I.G. Out Wednesday February 23, 11pm Chef’s Ted Anderson & Robert Belcham are throwing another late night P.I.G. Out! P.I.G., which stands for Pig.Industry.Gathering, is a late night feast served family style at communal tables, often attended by cookers, servers, other members of the restaurant biz and pork fans in general. Menu…