Bimini’s Oktoberfest

Thursday, October 2nd at 7:00 pm the Bimini hosts a German Oktoberfest party  with host and  manager Natalie Schulz, a true German who spent 24 years in the Oktoberfest capital of the world = Munich! They are celebrating with a live German Band “Peter Paulus and the Rheinlander Band” and Chefs Jeffery Young and Tabitha Ramsey…

Rain Hair Salon

I’ve been a bit of a wanderer of late when it comes to getting my hair done. I’ve even been doing some amateur dye jobs at home, which sort of work for tiny touch up, but this hair of mine has been in real need of a complete in-salon full cut, colour, condition and style for…

The August Jack and Howe Sound Brewing

On Wednesday, October 1st the August Jack is serving 4 delicious courses expertly paired with 4 Howe Sound Brewing craft beers for $50 + tax & gratuity. Call 604 428 0075 or email Chris@TheAugustJack.com for reservations. Howe Sound Beer Pairing Menu: First Course: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Lemon Horseradish Cream, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds. {Pairing: Howe…

Grace Kennedy’s Caribbean Jerk Sauce

The summer doesn’t have to end with the official day of fall. We BBQ all year as it’s our go to for quick dinners. In fact I think we’re due for more propane right now! This summer we tested out some new sauces from Grace Kennedy and have now worked our way through the entire…

TEDx Vancouver 2014

This year’s theme for TED is TILT. It’s all about shifting perspectives, and getting out of your comfort zone! What is TEDx? In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers…

Grocery Innovations Canada Most Innovative Products

The results are out and we can’t wait to give these winners a try! GLV Top 10 Most Innovative Product Competition Winners This year’s competition for most innovative products was a tight competition with so many cutting edge and unique products in both the New Product Showcase as well as local products from the Choose…

B.C. vs. World: Bottle Royale Dinner 

Cibo General Manager/Sommelier Robert Stelmachuk and Executive Chef Faizal Kassam will share the stage with one of Vancouver’s preeminent wine personalities,Kurtis Kolt, as they host the B.C. vs. World Bottle Royale Dinner. Named the Sommelier of the Year at the 2010 Vancouver International Wine Festival and one ofWestern Living Magazine’s Top 40 Foodies Under 40, Kolt is a local wine critic, consultant and…

#CONTEST WIN $75 Gift Basket from #EatWellDoGood @NaturesPath

This giveaway is in honour of Thursday October 2nd, Nature’s Path 6th annual Eat Well Do Good Foodraiser in support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society. To win the gift basket. 1) Comment on this post as to your favourite breakfast 2) Follow @goodlifevan on twitter 3) Tweet “RT to #win $75 Gift Basket @GoodLifeVan @NaturesPath #EatWelldoGood…

BC Restaurant Hall of Fame

The restaurant scene in BC is one of the most outstanding in the world in terms of diversity, unique concepts, exceptional food quality, excellent wine, professional service and value to the customer. Since its inception, the Hall of Fame has inducted 88 individuals representing a broad range of cuisine types and diverse concepts. This year…

13th Annual Premium Sake Tasting Night

Sip rare sake! Place: The Coast Coal Harbour Hotel (1180 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, B.C.) Date & Time: Saturday, October 4, 2014, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Premium Sake Tasting Tickets: Regular tickets $80.00 per person (Until 5:00pm, Fri., Oct. 3) 普通のキップを買うために下記のボタンをクリック下さい。 Special VIP Ticket Package (Packages limited to 32) The VIP Ticket Package consists…

CONTEST CLOSED #GIVEAWAY 2 LOBSTER DINNERS Earls Restaurant October 3 and 4

CONTEST CLOSED #WorththeWork Lobster lovers take note! This deal comes but once a year. Just $30 for a 1.5 lb fresh Atlantic lobster with grilled lemon butter, Earls’ famous Caesar salad and a pin of Alexander Keith’s. Only while quantities last and they surely won’t last long! Contact your local Earls for Inquiries! a Rafflecopter…

Earls Restaurant The Lobster Event October 3 and 4

#WorththeWork Lobster lovers take note! This deal comes but once a year. Just $30 for a 1.5 lb fresh Atlantic lobster with grilled lemon butter, Earls’ famous Caesar salad and a pin of Alexander Keith’s. Only while quantities last and they surely won’t last long! Contact your local Earls for Inquiries! *Sponsored Post

Toast to the Coast

Raise a glass to support the conservation of our oceans Enjoy gourmet bites prepared by top Ocean Wise™ restaurants and taste signature B.C. wines during this culinary journey celebrating the conservation of our oceans at Toast to the Coast, presented by CIBC. This year there is more to sip, savour and explore than ever before at Vancouver’s favourite…

Ravenswood Wine Dinner at Brix

If you haven’t attended a winemakers’ dinner at Brix Restaurant and Wine Bar before, this is an excellent time to remedy that on Thursday, October 2, 2014.We’ve been to a few and can vouch for their ability to pair just the right dish with the bottle at hand. This intimate wine & food paring dinner showcases California’s…

From Farms to Forks 5

A Growing Chefs! Harvest Kitchen Party Sunday, October 5th, 2014 at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts TICKETS $169 Sunday, October 5th, 2014 Doors 5:30pm Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts 1505 West 2nd Ave. For the fifth year in a row, we’re bringing together some of the city’s most prominent chefs, mixologists, and the region’s best growers and…

Vancouver Aquarium’s 2014 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown

Join The Movement For Sustainable Seafood At Vancouver Aquarium’s 2014 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown on Wednesday, November 19, 2014. Top Ocean Wise chefs compete head-to-head in for the title of 2014 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown Champion: Vancouver. Taste all the delectable original chowders, paired with local craft beer, and vote for your favourite, all in support of sustainable seafood. Please…

Samuel Adams Beer & The Irish Heather Present “The Classics”

@TheIrishHeather @SamuelAdamsCA ##SamInHand Samuel Adams Beer and Fish Fry at The Irish Heather on October 2, 2014 Won’t you join us and play some trivia! Prizes of course and lots of super fun! DATE: THURSDAY OCTOBER 2, 2014 LOCATION: THE IRISH HEATHER — 212 CARRALL STREET, VANCOUVER, BC TIME: 6:30PM – 9:00PM DETAILS: 10 TEAMS…