Surrey, BC: Today on the official start of the provincial election, De Dutch Pannekoek House Restaurants Inc. is delighted to announce that it is bringing back the popular Hamburger Polls established in 1963 by company founder John Dys. Starting on Wednesday, April 22nd, De Dutch customers can vote for their political flavour as they order…
Month: April 2009
Granville Island Brockton IPA
Brockton IPA celebrates the brewery’s 25th Anniversary. This Pacific Northwest India Pale ale is refreshing, fruity with some mild bitterness and definite hoppiness. Great for sipping poolside. Get it in the mixed 12 pack and compare to Granville Island’s other bottles and celebrate Stanley Park. BIO – Vern Lambourne Brewmaster Granville Island Brewing’s Brewmaster…
Le Vieux Pin 2008 Spring Releases
Finally! Spring has arrived. Bud break is upon us and the days are getting warmer all the time. Appetites are turning to lighter, brighter foods with wines to match. At Le Vieux Pin our spring releases aim to please. If you’ve been by the winery lately you’ve likely had a sneak preview of these fresh…
DB Moderne Bistro
Chef Daniel Boulud teamed up with restaurant owners Manjy and David Sidoo to bring the New York DB Moderne Bistro theme to Vancouver. In the location that once housed Feenie’s. Chef Stephane Istel runs the day to day operations in the kitchen, as Chef Boulud overseas his worldwide restaurant empire. The food here French bistro…
Il Nido launches an inventive start to spring patio dining season in the heart of Vancouver
Vancouver’s Italian Keystone Brings Fresh Offerings from ‘The Nest’ Vancouver, BC – Vancouver’s hidden Italian gem Il Nido Restaurant Bar, is delighted to announce the launch of its 2009 spring menu. Bursting with fresh seasonal inspiration, new delights from “the nest” entices dinners on a taste voyage from Vancouver to Venice and back again. Presenting…
West – Triple Tiered Menus Herald Springtime Flavours
Diners needn’t wait for a special occasion to dine beautifully at West. Multi-dimensional menus capture exceptional value, as well as executive chef Warren Geraghty’s bold Springtime flavours. “Maybe it’s too-well kept a secret,” said restaurant director Brian Hopkins, “but at West, you can experience the best the city has to offer at very reasonable prices….
Morton’s Power Hours – Prime Sirloin Burger with Fries and a Beer in the Bar for $20
For diners who want to savor the good life in a casual, warm and inviting setting, Morton’s The Steakhouse in Vancouver makes it possible to enjoy a budget-friendly burger and fries in the restaurant’s bar, with its Power Hours pricing on select wines by the glass, beers and cocktails, seven nights a week. Morton’s bountiful…
Cibo introduces Meatball Mondays
Starting Monday April 20, ”Cibo Trattoria will offer “Meatball Mondays –where guests can enjoy full meal, including a hearty plate of meatballs accompanied by salad, bruschetta and a glass of wine for $25 (or $19 without wine). Chef Neil Taylor’s recipe includes a combination of Pemberton Meadows beef and Sloping Hills pork – ground in…
Chef Angus An to bring world-class Thai cuisine to Vancouver
This May, Chef Angus An, of the award-winning Gastropod, will bring a new and unique culinary experience to Vancouver at Maenam – world-class Thai cuisine served in a modern setting. Maenam will feature techniques and flavours that are authentic to ancient Royal Thai traditions, paired with the freshest local ingredients. Maenam will replace Gastropod at…
Brix Yaletown Neighbourhood and FRIENDS Night
*Monday nights at Brix Restaurant and Wine Bar 10 reasons for those who have to work on weekends, and for those who don’t…10 reasons for those who work until 5 pm …and those who work until midnight 1. Vancouver’s only late night fine dining 2. Brix Restaurant and Wine Bar menu from 5pm – 10pm…
Robert Belcham Named Chef of the Year at the 20th Annual Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards
Vancouver, BC – Chef Robert Belcham is honoured to be awarded as Chef of the Year at the 20th Annual Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards. Co-Owner and Executive Chef of Fuel Restaurant and the recently opened Campagnolo, Chef Belcham now joins the prestigious who’ s who of British Columbia’s most well regarded chefs. Chef of the…
Vancouver Magazine Announces Winners of 20th Annual Restaurant Awards
Vancouver, BC; April 15, 2009 – Stars of the B.C. restaurant industry gathered yesterday at the Sheraton Wall Centre for the 20th Annual Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards. The audience of more than 80o included the city’s top chefs, sommeliers and food critics. The event was capped by Cioppino’s/Enoteca winning the event’s top honor, Restaurant of…
Cabana awarde silver in Best OK at Van Mag Awards
Cabana Bar and Grille was awarded second place in the Best Okanagan Restaurant category in the prestigious Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards yesterday. Just shy of its first year in business, Cabana Grille proves to be a key player in this growing culinary destination.”We are absolutely thrilled!” says co-owner and operating partner Jay Blackford. “Vancouver’s food…
Garden Daisy – Cameron Bogue – DB Moderne Bistro
1 ½ oz Wyborowa Vodka ½ oz Cointreau ½ oz Lemon Juice ½ oz Simple Syrup 1 oz Carrot Juice 2 Basil Leaves Glass – Martini Garnish – Basil Leaf, Super Fine Sugar Rim Method – Shake and Double Strain Up History/Rational – A twist on a daisy this cocktail incorporates spring vegetables and herbs…
May 30 – Jazz in the park
A JAZZ cocktail party like no other! Don’t miss this year’s biggest line up of “Red Hot Jazz Cats” performing across our indoor and outdoor stages presented by Scotiabank – Saturday night June 7th at the Stanley Park Pavilion. This very cool evening of partying will have you moving on the dance floor at the…
April 15 +
This week on The Good Life we cover DB Moderne Bistro, talk with DB’s head barkeep, Cameron Bogue and look at all that’s good this week. Saturday April 18 – Bike the Blossoms www.slowfoodvancouver.com/index.php/BikeBlossoms/category/join_us April 13-26 Flavours of Spring at Joe Fortes www.joefortes.ca Taste of BC menu at Lumiere www.lumiere.ca April 15th to May 2nd…
Easter Ham
This is a great recipe for an amazing ham. Thank god there’s no pineapple! 1 (10 lb) ham 2 teaspoon cloves 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 cup honey 3 tablespoons grainy dijon mustard 4 tablespoons orange juice Place ham, skin side up, in a roasting pan and bake covered in foil at 325 degrees for…
Seattle – Culinary Tidbits
I first fell for Seattle after watching the movie ‘Singles’ in my University days. I was charmed by the characters and wanted to know more about the city where grunge and coffee culture ruled. I’d go down to catch a band or shop, but recently my visits have begun to focus more on the culinary…
May 3 – La Quercia and Tyler Dawson do Veneto
La Quercia Restaurant and Liberty Wine Merchant’s Tyler Dawson will host an evening of food and wine featuring flavours paired with wines from the Veneto Region of Italy. With the sea port of Venice as the capital, a 6 course menu of dishes from this vast Italian region will showcase Chef Adam Pegg and Lucais…
Barbara-Jo’s Books to Cooks
Barbara-Jo’s Books to Cooks is sadly closed If you are looking for a cookbook, this is the place. Books to Cooks also hosts cooking classes and informative discussions on all things of a culinary nature. The staff is wonderful and Barbara-Jo herself is a wealth of knowledge. Home 1740 West 2nd Avenue (half a block…
