Barbie’s Dreamhouse Worldwide

What would Barbie’s Dreamhouse look like in the top countries to live in the world? I’m intrigued by the upcoming Barbie movie, and even more intrigued by these images of Barbie’s Dreamhouse from around the world. The much-anticipated Barbie movie directed by Greta Gerwig is set to be released on 21st July 2023, relighting the…

Lobster Fest at Provence Marinaside’s

Provence Marinaside’s Lobster Fest Shellebrates Tasty Crustacean Whether you prefer steamed, grilled, boiled, or sautéed, everyone can agree they love the sumptuous flavour of fresh Atlantic lobster. Until July 15, lobster lovers can indulge their crustacean passion as Provence Marinaside presents its annual Lobster Fest Menu. News on Provence’s Wine Bar This year Wine Director…

PC Insiders Report

Global flavours, grilling must-haves and over 50 new PC products arriving in stores across the country For most Canadians, the May long weekend signals the start of summer – longer days, warmer nights and more time celebrating with friends and family. To kick off the season of fun, President’s Choice® has once again delivered the…

Granville Island Launches Open Alcohol Consumption Pilot  

Granville Island Public Market and in the Public Market Courtyard Allow Alcohol A burger and a beer, a lobster roll and a Pinot Gris, Smoked Salmon and Sake, even a charcuterie board with a gin and tonic – the choice is yours, and now you can enjoy it while taking in the spectacular views and…

Whistler’s Nourish Spring Series by Cornucopia

Nourish Your Body and Mind June 2-30 Join your friends from Cornucopia for a true celebration of the spring season with fresh menus, fresh cocktails, and a fresh perspective. Savour local cuisine with invigorating farm-to-table dinners, Sunday brunches and a cultural spring feast. Join in farm visits with tastings, free exercise classes, forest walks and…

15th Annual BC Seafood Festival

Seafood Lovers Delight as the BC Seafood Festival Heads to Mount Washington – June 23 – 25 I can’t believe it’s the 15th annual BC Seafood Festival! I went to the very first one in 2008 when it was the BC Seafood and Shellfish Festival and at least again in 2011, 2014, 2015 and 2022,…

Spot Prawn Festival

Chef Demos, Brunch and Bisque for the 2023 Spot Prawn Festival Anyone that knows me knows I love spot prawns. I’ve been around for a while and I saw the evolution of the acceptance of the BC Spot Prawn, due to the efforts of Chef Rob Clark, who has done so much for our seafood…

Cookbooks by Asian and Asian American Chefs

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Calls for A Cookbook Celebration Try out new versions of your favourite recipes from these cookbooks by some of the best chefs out there for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and all year round! And if you’re still craving more dishes, check out Brandon Jew’s Lunar New Year recipe perfect…

Oliver Osoyoos Female Winemakers’ Dinner at H Tasting Lounge

Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country presents Savour the Sun Vancouver: June 8th, 2023 On Thursday, June 8th, Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country will bring the fruits of the sun-drenched region to Vancouver.  Join the exclusive winemaker dinner at H Tasting Lounge at The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver as representatives from four wineries present their wines, perfectly paired with…

Bakery Showcase

Bakery Showcase in-person trade event set for May 14-15 Canada’s premier baking industry conference and trade show, Bakery Showcase, presented by the Baking Association of Canada, will welcome the baking industry May 14-15, 2023, to the Vancouver Convention Centre for a full schedule of in-person learning and networking opportunities. Bakery Showcase is the largest and…

Provence Marinaside Announces The Re-Opening of TWB-The Wine Bar

Provence Marinaside Announces The Re-Opening of TWB-The Wine Bar Wine lovers have a lot to celebrate next month as TWB – The Wine Bar at Provence Marinaside officially re-opens on May 1st after a three-year pandemic hiatus. Originally launched in April 2013, TWB quickly established itself as the ‘go to’ place for fabulous wines and delicious, casual bites. “We had…

Festival of Israeli Culture in Vancouver!

Get Ready to Celebrate and Elevate Your Senses at the Festival of Israeli Culture in Vancouver! ‘Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 14th, and get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant and multicultural nature of Israeli culture at the Jewish Community Centre in Greater Vancouver. The Festival of Israeli Culture, a one-day festival, is…

Les Dames d’Escoffier’s New Board

Les Dames d’Escoffier, British Columbia Chapter Appoints New Board for 30th Anniversary Year Here’s some news about an organization I am so proud to work with. Look forward to hearing about some great fundraising events for 2023! Les Dames d’Escoffier British Columbia Chapter (LDBC) is delighted to introduce its new board president, Cassandra Anderton, and the…

2023 VIWF Awards

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: VIWF ANNOUNCES 2023 TRADE COMPETITION WINNERS   Spirited Industry Professional, Sommelier of the Year, Terry Threlfall Scholarship, Wine Program Excellence Awards The Vancouver International Wine Festival announced the 2023 trade competition winners on Friday at Celebrating Excellence: 19th Annual Awards Lunch Featuring South America, presented by ContainerWorld. The Celebrating Excellence program is part of the…

2023 British Columbia Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards

The Results are in for the 2023 British Columbia Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards On April 3 through 5, 2023, fifteen esteemed professional wine judges from Western Canada gathered in Penticton to participate on a blind tasting panel for the British Columbia Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards competition to choose the best wines in our province. The…

Women in Wine Expo 2023

Women in Wine Expo London Brings Women from Around the World Together On May 10-12, the Women in Wine Expo 2023 is in London and it’s your chance to meet the best and brightest minds in the industry who are mobilizing to engage in the current challenges in the industry. Until now, professionals from twenty-six…

Acre Through the Seasons

Take a sensory journey through Forest, Forage and Wild Game at Acre Through the Seasons Restaurants and chefs frequently evoke terms like “farm-to-table” and “locally sourced,” but few Vancouver-area restaurants can say they draw inspiration and ingredients from their own private farm and greenhouse. Club Versante’s Acre Through the Seasons – a new Pacific Northwest-inspired…

Pastel Easter Doughnuts

Pastel Easter Doughnuts Courtesy of BakeGood.ca These Pastel Easter Doughnuts from BakeGood.ca combine some of the most fun parts of the spring holiday, including delicious treats, bright pastel colours and everyone’s favourite candy-coated chocolate eggs. More recipes INGREDIENTS Doughnuts: 1/3 cup milk 1/3 cup water 1 (2-1/4 tsp.) envelope Fleischmann’s® Traditional Yeast 2 to 3…

Botanist Bar 50 Best Bars Awards

Botanist Bar Wins 50 Best Bar Award – Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award  Botanist Bar in Vancouver, Canada, has been announced as the winner of the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award, part of the second annual North America’s 50 Best Bars Awards 2023. Created to recognize the importance of hospitality in the bar experience, this…

Vancouver International Wine Festival

The Countdown to the Vancouver International Wine Festival is on! For the first time, the Vancouver International Wine Festival is featuring an entire continent as its theme region! The spotlight shines on the wines of South America this April, with forty-four wineries representing four countries – Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay – participating in a…