STEPHANE TISSOT WINES OF JURA – FRANCE’S SMALLEST WINE APPELATION db WELCOMES SPECIAL GUEST PRESENTER BARBARA MILLS OF THAT’S LIFE GOURMET Inspired dishes prepared by Chefs Stephane Istel and Bruno Feldeisen – five courses, including: • Reception: Chef Istel’s Alsatian Tarte Flambe, Marc Kreydenweiss Riesling 2004 • Tartare of Smoked Sablefish served with Celery Remoulade…
Month: May 2009
Maenam – Now open on Fourth
Chef Angus An recently closed Gastropod so he could begin a new project, an authentic Thai restaurant named Maenam. The food here is the real thing. Sauces and seasonings have been tested and restested until they reached that perfect balance of salty, sweet and spicy. The wine list complements the food, while touring about the…
Lauren Mote new GM at The Refinery
Peter Raptis, Managing Partner THE REFINERY and SIP resto-lounge, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lauren Mote to the position of General Manager, The Refinery. A certified sommelier and beverage consultant; award-winning mixologist; chef, writer and service industry pro, Lauren brings her knowledge of all things edible from the kitchen, bar and dining room…
Curried Rock Shrimp Frites – Available only at George Ultra Lounge
When Montréaler’s go out for a late night snack after the clubs they go for poutine. In Vancouver we have the London version of that dish, Curried Rock Shrimp Frites. Called “Chips & Curry” in the UK, piping hot French fries, sweet little rock shrimp all smothered in curry cream sauce and like poutine, so…
Let’s Do Lunch!- West Features Fresh Springtime Flavours on South Granville Icon
Due to popular demand, and effective immediately, West is now open for weekday lunch. “We listen carefully to our guests, and when many of our regulars told us that their mid-day dining options were limited,” said West restaurant director Brian Hopkins, “and that they’d love to join us during the noon hour too, this was…
Two New Dining Deals from Twisted Fork Bistro
As construction on Granville Street nears completion, the blue fences have come down and Twisted Fork Bistro’s $25 “Blue Fence Special” has come to an end. But Twisted Fork’s commitment to offering some of the best dining deals in Vancouver continues and for those seeking a great meal at a great price, Twisted Fork will…
The Golden Cocktail Competition
On Tuesday, May 19th five of Vancouver’s top mixologists, some with dog in tow, arrived in convoy at the very scenic Vista D’oro Farms & Winery for a Greenhouse Cocktail Throwdown. The golden ingredient for each cocktail was the winery’s flagship D’oro, a unique fortified wine made from the farm’s own green walnuts. Judged on…
First Okanagan Feast of Fields
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 AT VALENTINE FARM IN SUMMERLAND FarmFolk/CityFolk is pleased to announce the location and date for the Okanagan’s first Feast of Fields event. On Sunday, August 23, Summerland’s Valentine Farm will play host to the celebration of farmers, vintners, chefs, artisans and producers of all kinds. “The event represents participants from across the…
West Coast Fishing Club Announces Guest Chef Series for 2009 Season
Guests Catch Celebrated Chefs in Action World class fishing is fabulous. And world-class fishing accompanied by the hottest chefs in Vancouver is even better. From June 14th to September 10, 2009, the renowned West Coast Fishing Club is introducing a series of culinary adventures with some of the top names in the field. Privileged guests…
Fresh, Classic, French: Elixir Debuts New Menu
Fresh menu items meet founding principles this May 20th at Elixir. The chic French bistro is debuting a menu specially designed to illuminate the ideals that inspired the first menu ever crafted there. Chef Don Letendre and his brigade are passionate about bistro cooking. “I believe fervently that the real art of cooking lies in…
It’s Farmer’s Market Season at Granville Island!
Fresh produce, plants and flowers available at weekly open-air market starting June 18 Granville Island will once again play host to one of the city’s best outdoor markets, beginning Thursday, June 18. In addition to the fabulous finds the Public Market on Granville Island offers, Farmer’s Market shoppers will be privy to bedding plants and…
Celebrate Cascadia’s Wines – from Willamette to to Westbank
Some of the best wines in the world are produced in the region that is increasingly being called Cascadia – the corridor that includes Oregon, Washington and British Columbia . These wines are for the most part produced by small-lot wineries – passionate growers and artistic winemakers who know the right grapes to grow in…
All Canadian Wine Championships 2009 Results
Trophy Winners Best Red Wine of the Year Church and State Wines, BC 2006 Quintessential $50.00 Best White Wine of the Year Lang Vineyards, BC 2007 Riesling Farm Reserve $19.90 Best Sparkling Wine of the Year Peller Estates Winery, ON Peller Estates Ice Cuvee Rose $35.00 Best Dessert Wine of the Year Sponsored by Ontario…
March 19 – Crime Lab Restaurant Opens For Lunch
Crime Lab Restaurant in Coal Harbour will be open for lunch starting Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Come relax on our waterfront patio and check out our new menu during the long days of summer. The Crime Lab is known as a fantastic spot for an intimate dinner or a late-night frolic with friends. With its…
Stella’s on Cambie
Stella’s opened its second location on Cambie at 17th this week (May 11, 2009). Located in the old Tomato Cafe space, this restaurant is bound to be a hit now that the Cambie construction is over and the road has opened up. Similar to the Stella’s on Commercial Drive, Stella’s does tapas and mussels in…
Morning Bay 2005 Okanagan Pinot Noir
This wine is made of a blend of grapes from Kaleden and the Naramata Bench. A light to medium bodied wine with black cherry fruit aromas and a palate of berry, earth and spice. Tannins have softened. The wine was aged in neutral oak barrels for 30 months. Price $16.99 CSPC 786848
May 6 +
This week on Good Life Vancouver In the news Stanley Park’s Teahouse Revivial, A California classic Cab Sauv from Geyser Peak Mother’s Day Suggestions Recently Added Events Epic Sustainable Living Expo Grouse Mountain Wild Vancouver Island Diva at the Met Canning Techniques
Andre McGillivray, Steve DaCruz and Anthony Sedlak opening the corner suite bistro de luxe in July 2009
Andre McGillivray and Steve Da Cruz have formed their own company, pistol star restaurants inc. and with Chef Anthony Sedlak – the popular host of Food Network’s The Main – will open a new restaurant named the corner suite bistro de luxe in Vancouver this July 2009. The restaurant will be founded upon a back-to-basics…
2004 Geyser Peak Winery Cabernet Sauvignon SKU #343467
http://www.geyserpeakwinery.com Geyser Peak is the third oldest winery in California, founded in 1880 in the Alexander Valley in Sonoma County. Today the region is known for Cabernet Sauvignon. This particular Cab has a whack of fruit on the nose and palate. Aromas of blackberry and cocoa. A flavourful wine with blackcherry, spice and vanilla flavours….
