BC Bubbles to Ring in the New Year

Pop Open a Bottle of BC Bubbles to Ring in the New Year What will be in your glass to celebrate the New Year? Here are a few bottles of BC Bubbles that I’ve sussed out for y’all. More on Imbibements Chronos Brut Non-Vintage A combination of 80% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir grapes that…

Gibsons Finest Canadian Whisky for the Holidays

Pair holiday traditions like fireside chats, bonfires, or festive dinners with Gibson’s Finest, an award-winning Canadian whisky that’s full of character. Indulge in flavour and treasured traditions this holiday season! Festive cheer fills the air, it’s that magical time of the year when twinkling lights, heartwarming gatherings, and cherished customs take centre stage. This season,…

Fiorino Italian Street Food Winter Menu

Fiorino Bib Gourmand winner’s Cena (dinner) menu features regional, seasonal Italian fare from across Italy Fiorino Italian family-style menu features fare from several regions. Florence’s premier street food is forefront and the restaurant’s signature dish: Coccoli e Prosciutto (deep-fried dough “pillows” served with aged, 18-month Prosciutto di Parma and whipped Stracchino cheese) is a must-try….

Clé de Peau Gifts for the Holidays

Clé de Peau’s Latest Innovative Products Founded in Japan in 1982, Clé de Peau Beauté (“The Key to Skin’s Beauty”) was created to push the boundaries of skin cell science, maximizing skin’s natural radiance. Through this intensive research, Clé de Peau Beauté’s scientists uncovered an insight, Skin Intelligence, that inspired their philosophy and approach: Like…

Anna Olson’s Top 5 Cheesecakes for the Holidays

Festive Cheesecake for the holiday table Anna Olson, Canada’s baking sweetheart selected the country’s Top 5 cheesecakes that are perfect for the holidays, or any day really including a velvety matcha cheesecake, a no-bake gingerbread cheesecake topped with salted caramel, a festive pear cranberry cheesecake, a cheesecake swiss roll, and a triple gingerbread cheesecake made…

Smooth Sipping with Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum

BOLD BAKING & SMOOTH SIPPING WITH SAILOR JERRY SPICED RUM It’s that time of the year, when the air is filled with holiday vibes, prompting you to slip into your comfiest sweaters, cozy up by the fireplace, and transform your home with twinkling lights. This year why not serve up an epic duo – Sailor…

What’s Good This Week – December 18 Edition Holiday Drinks

The Holiday Season is in Full Swing It’s been a while since I’ve done a round-up, but why not end the year with suggestions for y’all to have a special holiday season? First up, have you tried the EPIK app? I’ve been having all sorts of fun with the holiday collection, all without having to…

Chez Christophe Holiday Chocolate and Cake

Chez Christophe Chocolaterie Patisserie launches 10th Anniversary Holiday Collection Holiday Collection for festive gift-giving and seasonal indulgence. Located in Burnaby Heights and White Rock, the chocolatier is featuring its signature handcrafted showpieces, Bûche de Noël (Yule Log), limited edition dragee, bespoke gift boxes, and stocking stuffers, including festive chocolate lollipops starting from $2.95++, now available…

Meréon Brings French Brunch to West Vancouver

Meréon – A West-Coast Eatery offers Bistro Culture, and Classic French Fare to Brunch Lovers Brunch lovers have a new dining experience that brings the celebrated aspects of French bistro culture and cuisine to West Van’s Ambleside neighbourhood when Meréon opens its doors at 1479 Clyde Ave. in early 2024. Owner and North Shore resident Ophelia…

Jungle Rooms New Menu

Jungle Room Whisks Guests on an Exotic Culinary Adventure Vancouver’s first jungle-inspired restaurant and cocktail lounge, Jungle Room, is thrilled to introduce its new fall menu, featuring a line-up of memorable dishes and drinks. This marks the first comprehensive menu update since the establishment’s grand opening this past April, promising a captivating blend of elevated…

Purdys Chocolatier Holiday Collection

Holiday Chocolates from Purdys Chocolatier Are A Must Cherished and renowned for creating connection and joy through the power of chocolate since 1907, Purdys Chocolatier Christmas Collection features the perfect holiday gifts for family, friends, colleagues, and teachers. Returning for its fifth year is the much-loved Dear Santa Bar, a delicious gift that gives back….

BReD – Sourdough Loaves, Small Breads, and Other Plant-Base Baking

Vegan chef and artisan bread-maker Ed Tatton shares techniques and 100 recipes for making naturally leavened sourdough loaves, small breads, and earth-friendly small baked goods. We love this cookbook and you are lucky to get two recipes from it as well,  Ginger and Molasses Cookies and Spiced Carrot and Walnut Cake, just in time for…

ROAM The Brand Candle Subscription Service

ROAM The Brand Candle Subscription Service, Just in Time for the Holidays In anticipation of the festive season, ROAM The Brand, a distinguished Vancouver-based luxury and eco-friendly candle company, is thrilled to introduce its latest offering: an effortless candle subscription service. Candle enthusiasts can now immerse themselves in the luxury and artistry of ROAM, with…

5 Ingredients Mediterranean Jamie Oliver

5 Ingredients Mediterranean Dishes Out Flavour Without the Fuss Chef Jamie Oliver is back with the follow-up to his most popular cookbook to date — this time inspired by the food from his travels — 5 Ingredients Mediterranean. This eagerly awaited new cookbook follows the tremendous success of its predecessor, 5 Ingredients, which has sold…

Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky Cocktails For the Holiday Season

Three Cheers to Tailored Libations Made with Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky, Ideal for Ringing in the Festive Spirit with Your Crew. We’ve got the scoop on some Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky Cocktails! ‘Tis the season! Make your holiday gatherings shine brighter by adding a touch of Grant’s magic to holiday celebrations with your cherished crew. “With Grant’s, Canadians can own their…

Festive Cocktails and Holiday Cheer at H Tasting Lounge

H Tasting Lounge at The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver Makes the Holidays Merry and Bright H Tasting Lounge presents diners with endless opportunities to indulge in both traditional and inventive ways to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family this year. We checked out the Festive Cocktails at H Tasting Lounge, sampled some snacks and…

58 West Hastings Art Gives Back

58 West Art Gives Back Auction I attended a media preview for the 58 West Hastings Art Project and was impressed by this collection of generously donated works from seven Canadian artists. The pieces will be auctioned off at the Chinatown Foundation’s Autumn Gala on November 9th. Each artist has either lived, worked, or studied…

Chefs’ Table Society of BC Celebrates Wild BC Salmon!

Chefs’ Table Society of BC Collaborates with 10 Restaurants Across the Province to Celebrate Wild BC Salmon! Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia (CTS) is excited to announce a collaborative event with the BC Salmon Marketing Council and ten restaurants across BC in celebration of the rich heritage of wild BC salmon and to promote…

Yes Shef 2023 Returns!

Empower, Elevate, Indulge: Yes Shef 2023 Returns! WORTH Association (Women of Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality) is proud to present Yes Shef: Elevating Women in Food & Beverage. On November 6th, 2023, join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the remarkable women of British Columbia’s hospitality community. More Events Les Dames d’Escoffier BC’s Chapter will be…

Hitting Squamish in the Honda Civic

The Honda Civic Hatchback on the Sea to Sky to Squamish The Honda Civic Hatchback was just what we needed for our trip up to Squamish, onto Whistler and Pemberton. We had a fair amount of luggage, including cider for the Cooks Camp we were headed to and clothes and necessities for three nights of…