Vancouver’s Baker’s Market

WHAT: If you have a “sweet tooth”, this is the place for you. You’ll find talented budding, professional or home bakers selling freshly baked artisanal breads, German pretzels, French macarons, croissants, cupcakes, gourmet cookies, hand made chocolates, brownies, Belgian Liege waffles, vegan cupcakes, mini bundt cakes, organic muffins, gluten-free baked goods and much more! A…

Vikram Vij’s Food to Be Sold at the All-New BC Place

Enjoy the Game While Eating Curry From Vij’s Vij’s Inspired Indian Cuisine is extremely pleased to announce a culinary partnership with Centreplate at BC Place, as upon the official opening tonight (Friday September 30th), spectators will be able to watch the game from the stands while enjoying curries created by celebrated chef Vikram Vij. As…

CINCIN – Marlborough – Whitehaven Wine Company Dinner

Tuesday, October 18, 2011 – Reception at 6:00 p.m. Special Guest -Senior Winemaker, Sam Smail $110 plus tax and gratuity Established in 1994, Whitehaven Wine Company is located in Marlborough’s “golden mile” of wine production and sources its fruit from more than 30 carefully selected and proven vineyard sites spread throughout the various valleys of…

OCTOBER SPECIAL EVENTS FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS @ 39TH & CAMBIE

39th & Cambie host’s the most exciting events of the year in October! Join us on October 1st for the 2008 Bordeaux release. Available at all BC Liquor Signature Stores, this year’s vintage is the best value seen in years! Also, don’t miss out on Louis Latour’s 2009 vintage release on October 13th, when you…

Thanksgiving Weekend at Pan Pacific Whistler

Thanksgiving weekend, the traditional time for friends and family, is the perfect occasion to visit the Pan Pacific Whistler properties and to take in the Legendary Turkey Sale. When staying in the Pan Pacific Whistler suites this Thanksgiving weekend guests will be making their reservations for the Pan Pacific Thanksgiving Package. This package includes a…

Cactus Club Opens in Abbotsford

Cactus Restaurants Ltd.  is pleased to announce the official opening of its 21st location, in Abbotsford, BC. The new location, in the heart of Abbotsford at  34650 Delair Road and Sumas Way, will showcase the award-winning restaurant collection’s globally inspired menu, led by Chef Rob Feenie, modern design and original art collection, and sophisticated service….

Long Clawson 100th Anniversary

Long Clawson Dairy is celebrating 100 years of Stilton cheese-making near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, England. To commemorate their centenary, they have produced a very limited edition of 100 Lb wheels of Blue Stilton. The Stilton will be served alongside a range of outstanding Port wines from Taylor Fladgate and Fonseca and a selection of hors d’oeuveres…

La Table Commune – Food and Wine Pairing – October 06, 2011

Pairing food and wine is an exciting and rewarding challenge, but it can also add to the pressure of the holidays. At Firefly, we love to help you to find the perfect wine for any occasion, and this tasting will help you discover the pairing essentials for turkey and all the Thanksgiving fixings. Sheila Whittaker, a Certified Sommelier…

IT’S TIME FOR TEA

IT’S TIME FOR TEA – 2011 Canadian Coffee & Tea Show in Vancouver this Weekend Takes tea to a whole other level It may be a coffee town, but Vancouver restaurants and consumers are some of the highest tea consumers in the country – and it’s not your grandmother’s tea Whether it’s about the health benefits of…

HENNESSY BRAND AMBASSADOR DINNER WITH KALE & NORI

Oct 7, 2011 *Harvest Table Event Friday 7:00 to 9:30 pm The evening starts with a welcome reception, in the gorgeous foyer of Legacy Liquor Store in Olympic Village. The vaulted ceilings, spirit displays and living wall create a dynamic setting to feature Hennessy Black Cognac and paired passed canapes by Kale & Nori’s Lauren Mote and…

The Canadian Coffee & Tea Show

The Canadian Coffee & Tea Show (October 2/3) is designed to meet the needs of independent coffee & tea retailers, restaurateurs, foodservice operators, chain operators, and buyers. The Show offers an extensive educational program geared for new entrepreneurs, independents and chain operators alike. It also features the country’s largest industry trade show, showcasing products and services…

Do you think you can be a Tea sommelier? Blind Tasting Panel

TEA SOMMELIER EVENTSMonday, October 2nd  1pm – 2pm No Charge The general public, industry and wine sommeliers are invited to challenge the tasting portion of the Tea Sommelier exam. We put 20 students of tea, tea drinkers, tea lovers and wine sommeliers at a table and challenge them to a tea cupping. Much like a…

Bubbles + Oceans Afterparty Cornucopia/Araxi

Saturday, November 12th, 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m., $155 After CRUSH complete your evening at Araxi’s famed Bubbles + Oceans Afterparty, a chance to let go in the heart of Whistler Village. In celebration of Araxi’s 30th anniversary, join us for an unforgettable night of brilliant seafood and deluxe bubbles from an unprecedented showing of…

A CONTINENTAL AFFAIR

An evening of wine, food and jazz to benefit the ALS Society of B.C.  Upon arrival each guest will receive a complimentary wine glass for the tasting.  Yours to keep. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase an arms length of tickets for $20 which can be entered into 4 draws. *  Trip for 2…

Stella Artois on the Hunt for Vancouver’s Master of the Perfect Pour

Noble citizens of Vancouver, you are invited to come witness a duel in fine Belgian tradition! Stella Artois is holding its 11th annual quest to find the master of the perfectly poured pint using the iconic Stella Artois Nine-Stop Pouring Ritual. The Stella Artois World Draught Master Competition is a global event that celebrates the…

Escape to Whistler

Before winter sets in and hats, mitts, scarves and thermal underwear take up the majority of your luggage, there is still time for one last fall escape to Whistler. Stay Nita Lake Lodge Newly built in 2008, this 77-suite boutique hotel overlooks Nita Lake at the base of Whistler Mountain.  At this time of year,…

Desert Hills Viognier 2010

#bcwine $24.90 This estate grown Viognier from the hot hills of Desert Hills Osoyoos vineyard has ripe floral aromas of primrose, peach, with a  bit of musk and star anise.  On the palate there is a soft acidity, typical of the grape, and perfumey notes of honeysuckle, apricot, peach and some roasted pink grapefruit.  Would…

Desert Hills Unoaked Chardonnay 2009

#bcwine  $16.90 This unoaked Chardonnay has aromas of citrus fruit, green apple skin, nectarine with some herbaceous notes. On the palate it’s a clean, crisp sipper, with apple, fresh pear and some light nectarine.  A light finish with balanced acidity.  Perfect for seafood dishes.  Try it with a green apple mignonette atop some fresh oysters….

CABANA GRILLE GEARS UP FOR 6TH IRON CHEF THROWDOWN

Tickets Still Available for Gourmet & Grapes – Sunday, October 2 It’s not too late to get in on one of the Okanagan Wine Festival’s most loved events.  Cabana Grille’s Gourmet & Grapes features fantastic pairings of top Okanagan chefs and wineries along with a fun and fiece Iron Chef Throwdown. There’s nowhere else to be in Kelowna…