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Ah, l’amour, l’amour – the French practically invented romantic love and the love song –from the ancient songs of the troubadours to the chansons of Edith Piaf. Even the Republic’s First Lady, Carla Bruni, sings of love. What better way to celebrate the love of your life than pre-empting the Valentine’s frenzy with a leisurely [...]

As Valentines Day neared the increasing talk of oysters drove me into a frenzie, and the craving led me to Whole Foods.  Whole Foods carries oysters regularly, but has stocked up on them and will even shuck them for you for Valentine’s Day. I picked up some Fanny Bay, Kushi, Effingham and Kumamoto to slurp [...]

Chef Angus An’s four-course Valentine’s Day menu hits the spot Love is in the air at Kitsilano’s Maenam restaurant, where executive chef Angus An will be preparing Thai cuisine that offers Valentine’s Day variety in sweet, sour, salty and spicy fusions. First and second course pickings include kanom krok, crispy cupcakes with curry and crab, [...]

Still haven’t figured out how to treat your sweetheart this year? Join your Valentine in our elegantly appointed dining room that combines a romantic and unhurried pace with expert culinary instruction! White linens, candlelight, fresh flowers, fine wines and epicurean decadence awaits you with a sumptuous menu prepared by French Chef Robert Vaillancourt. You will [...]

I couldn’t let Valentines Day slide by without giving something sweet away.  Up for grabs this time is a hatbox of assorted all natural locally made Hagensborg Truffle Pig Bars and a bottle of decadent, delicious Okanagan made Ice Cider from Raven Rigde Cidery. To win comment on this post as to your favourite dessert [...]

It is your chance to test the myth at Oyster Seafood and Raw Bar this Valentine’s Day, eat oysters… love longer. Settle in and enjoy 2 glasses of Piper Heidsieck champagne with half a dozen oysters for just $30.00. And if you want to spend more time sipping and slurping with your special one, choose [...]

A romantic oasis nestled in Vancouver’s West End with a cozy garden-level dining room, Adesso Bistro is the natural lovey-dovey destination for Valentines. Its Italian-inspired dishes speak the language of love every day. But this Friday, February 11 to February 13 (along with the regular menu) and exclusively on Monday, February 14, a new three-course [...]

Campagnolo Restaurant Announces Saint Valentine’s Day Menu & Cocktail List Chef JC Poirier and Bar Director Giovanni Giardino plan a weekend celebration in honour of Saint Valentine’s Day at Campagnolo Restaurant. Guests are encouraged to show their affection over a divine 4 course dinner, available Saturday February 12 to Monday February 14. Barman Giovanni will loosen things [...]