This week on The Good Life we talk to Joshua Snyder, the GM for Mortons Vancouver. He’ll update us on the new Morton’s cookbook, talk grilling and tell us about the Father’s Day specials at the restaurant. I’m hoping to sample some of the filet mignon sandwiches with the Morning Bay Cabernet Sauvignon. Listen live…
Month: June 2009
db Welcomes Douro Wines
DOURO VALLEY, PORTUGAL – GORGEOUS QUINTA WINES MADE BY THE CELEBRATED DOURO BOYS db WELCOMES SPECIAL GUEST PRESENTER PAUL WATKIN OF THE SEACOVE GROUP, INC Inspired dishes prepared by Chef de Cuisine Stephane Istel – five courses, including: • Welcome Reception: Chef Istel’s traditional Alsatian Tarte Flambe, Cremant d’Alsace • Duo of Quail, Ballotine and…
Wild BC SOCKEYE SALMON is Coming Soon … so ask for it by name!
To the delight of all salmon lovers, the first fresh sockeye salmon of the season is coming soon! In fact, the first commercial sockeye fishery is scheduled to open on Tuesday, June 16th just north of Prince Rupert, BC as part of the Nass River run providing consumers with some of the best salmon around…
The Sylvia, Desert Hills and Posh Pals Cancer Fundraiser
The Sylvia restaurant, Desert Hills Winery & Granville Island Beer are participating in an event with a group of ladies called the Posh Pals in their effort to raise $10 000 for the Weekend to End Breast Cancer Fundraiser. The cocktail style event is being held in our dining room on Thursday June 25th from…
Oh Canada!- Celebrate July 1 at Granville Island
On July 1, visit Granville Island and wave a flag for your country! Granville Island celebrates its 30th Anniversary this Canada Day as well – so there are plenty of good reasons to make a beeline for Vancouver’s beloved cultural attraction! With free jazz performances, courtesy of the Coastal Jazz and Blues Society, roving performers,…
Capagnolo’s fresh BC Fare with Italian Flair
Weekly Features Inspired by Thorton Park Farmers’ Market Campagnolo kicks summer off on a fresh note thanks to Wednesday-night market features, inspired by nearby Thornton Park farmers’ market. Every Wednesday, Chef Alvin Pillay walks to the market and selects the finest regional and local ingredients available (think rhubarb, peas, asparagus, tomatoes, stinging nettles, corn &…
Yoshi-no-gawa Sake Maker’s Dinner at Shuraku Japanese Bistro
Venue: Shuraku Japanese Bistro, 833 Granville Street, Vancouver Time: 6pm – 8pm Price: $60 (including tax and gratuity) per person (over $75 value for sake alone! ) Purchase ticket: Please contact info@shuraku.net to reserve your spot today. We will contact you by phone. Shuraku is proud to present multiple courses of traditional Japanese cuisine carefully…
Diva at the Met R & B Brewing for Father’s day.
DIVA AT THE MET TOASTS DAD WITH R&B BREWING COMPANY CREATING A FATHER’S DAY EXCLUSIVE Unforgettable Tastes For an Unforgettable Man www.metropolitan.com Diva at the Met has teamed up with the award-winning R&B Brewing Company to satisfy your palate with a Father’s Day feast. On Sunday, June 21st, we encourage you to raise your glass…
June 10 – The Good Life on the Jenn and Joe show
This week on The Good Life we speak with Neil Taylor, chef at The Moda Hotel’s Cibo and Uva Wine Bar, and sample the meatballs that star in Cibo’s Meatball Mondays. They’re great paired with Saturna Island Vintner’s Select Merlot. It’s Steak month at the Hamilton Street Grill, les amis is having a sale, an…
les amis du FROMAGE on East Hastings is having a Grand Opening Sale!
n Saturday June 13th, we would like to invite you to come and visit us at our new store located at 845 East Hastings Street, between Hawkes and Campbell. While you have a gander at the new store, we’ll have some specialties out for you to sample. Also make sure to take advantage of the…
The Big Tsunami fund raiser for the CKNW Orphan’s Fund
Business Networking International’s biggest Vancouver chapter, The Big Tsunami, is proud to support the CKNW Orphans’ Fund, and we invite you to join us for for a fabulous evening set in the grand halls of Hycroft Manor. Sample a fine selection of wines, expertly paired by one of Vancouver’s premier event chefs. Enjoy a bold…
The Long Table Series – Irish Heather does dinner and drink for $12
Commencing June 15th and running through the summer, The Irish Heather GastroPub is hosting a series of dinners on our 40 ft communal table. Each dinner will run Monday-Wednesday, weekly and feature a pint of beer (or bottle) and a great meal. Our new Executive Chef Lee Humphries, formerly of Figmint, West and Opus Hotel…
Main Street Station Market Provides Mid-Week Fridge Re-stocking Opportunity
Are your leafy greens running out Vancouver Farmers Market has the perfect place to stock-up for therest of the week. Come to the Main Street Station Farmers Market which starts this Wednesday from 3pm to 7pm.Our newest market is locatednear thevery urban yet surprisingly beautiful NE corner of Main and Terminal.The 90 year old Pacific…
Opus Hotel Vancouver prepares to host Au=Precious Element, an Arts Umbrella Fundraising Event
A Precious Cause – Arts Umbrella and Opus Hotel are getting ready to shine later this month, as they prepare to host one of the city’s most dazzling fundraising events. Au=Precious Element will be held on Thursday, June 25th at the shimmering Opus Bar at the city’s chic, boutique Opus Hotel. Funds raised will support…
Social at Le Magasin and Pacific Breeze Winery Winemaker’s Dinner
6:30 pm reception / 7 pm dinner $95 includes all taxes and gratuities Vancouver, BC Maureen Fleming, owner and managing partner of So.Cial at Le Magasin and Executive Chef Romy Prasad, along with Frank Gregus and Maurice Hamilton, owners and winemakers, are pleased present a tasting dinner featuring the award winning BC wines of Pacific…
David Wong to be Executive Chef a new Fairmont Pacific Rim
EXECUTIVE CHEF DAVID WONG David Wong was raised in Nanaimo, British Columbia where his love of cooking began. Food is central to many Asian families and his was no exception. Being involved in preparing traditional foods helped nurture this passion early on. After completing his Bachelor of Social Work Degree, he and wife Danielle went…
Night at the Vancouver Aquarium
7 p.m. to midnight Regular Price: $250 per person (Buy Tickets Online) Chairman’s Circle : $1,000 per couple For more than 50 years, the Vancouver Aquarium has been one of the community’s most unique special-event venues, providing guests with an entertaining and informative look at the often mysterious world beneath the waves. On June 12th,…
6th Annual Food and Wine Event at Coyote Creek Golf Course
Exciting Event Updates: • The VIP Lounge will feature oyster, prawn and sushi bars • The highlight of the live auction is a Vancouver Canucks team signed stick • Just added exhibitors: Eaglequest Coyote Creek Golf Club, Goat’s Pride Dairy at McLennan Creek, Independent Distillers Canada, PMA Canada and Uli’s • The evening’s emcee is…
Polderside Farms to Hold Gourmet Feast Al Fresco
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL LATER THIS SUMMER Field to Feast Celebrates the Best in Locally Sourced Food and Benefits the SPCA Jens-Hugo and Virginia Jacobsen of Polderside Farms have been leaders in organic, humane farming and have won accolades for their healthy and delicious duck, chicken and lamb. Their poultry and lamb has…
Fathers Day on the Farm with The Seasonal Experience
Proudly Presented by: The Seasonal Experience & Glorious Organics Co-operative Location: 1322 – 256th Street, Aldergrove 4:00pm – 7:oopm Rain or Shine! Fun and Family …the way Fathers Day was meant to be!! Enjoy: Farm Tours Cooking demonstrations Food Samplings Activities (soccer, Frisbee, crafts…) Full BBQ dinner buffet Adult: $35.00 Children: (6-12) $20.00 Under 6…
