I once wrote the burb reviews for the Vancouver Sun, and it sometimes was hardly worth my while to drive out to god knows where to review a restaurant. I did, however, find a few that were certainly worth the journey, and Burnaby’s Hart House falls easily into this category. And, once you figure out…
Month: January 2010
Bao Bei opens in Chinatown
After Tannis Ling announced she was leaving her bartending post at Chambar to open her own Taiwanese Restaurant, fans of the charming cocktail genius were eager to see her bring a modern touch to Chinese Food. Last night Bao Bei opened its doors to the public for the first time. Word was out and supporters…
Kris Kabush Named Hart House Executive Chef
Burnaby’s Hart House is pleased to announce that Kris Kabush will be the restaurant’s new Executive Chef. Homegrown talent, Kris brings both enthusiasm and a wealth of experience to his new role. Hart House is known for fresh and innovative Pacific Northwest cuisine, served in the casual elegance of its heritage house dining room. As…
La Brasserie now open for lunch
Beginning Tuesday, January 19, Davie Street’s popular La Brasserie will be open for lunch. The lunch menu will include popular favourites from La Brasserie’s dinner menu, including Truffled Poutine, Rotisserie Chicken (available in half- or quarter-chicken sizes at lunch), Mussels & Fries and the famous Brasserie Burger. In addition, new items have been added to…
The Main Event Launch at the Biltmore – Food Bank Fundraiser
KICK OFF PARTY:vMonday, January 18th from 8 ‘til late at The Biltmore Cabaret. Entry is by donation (all proceeds will go to The Greater Vancouver Food Bank). 8 – 10pm: Free Appetizers • $4 drinks • Door Prizes • Silent Auction • 50/50 Draw Live Bands and DJs featuring Analog Bell Service & Earls Town…
Glowbal Steak and Satay launch
Once again The Glowbal Group hosted a night that impressed. Yaletown’s Glowbal ditched their brighter colours and became more serious with chocolate tones and innovative lighting. Their menu has been relaunched, with a focus on the meaty side of things. They’ve even changed the name to Glowbal steaks and satay. Perhaps the most impressive feature…
Hapa Izakaya Opens In Yaletown
Today, Lea and Justin Ault of Vancouver’s hip Hapa Izakaya restaurant group, reveal Yaletown’s newest restaurant. Hapa Izakaya is now open in Yaletown at 1193 Hamilton Street. Hapa Yaletown is open for dinner nightly from 5:30pm. For reservations phone 604-681-4272. For more information visit hapaizakaya.com. Hapa’s third restaurant launches hot on the heels of the…
Pastis – Recession Remedy Menu – $29 for three courses
THE PERFECT ANTIDOTE FOR MID WINTER BLUES At the beginning of the year most of us are recovering from the excesses of the holiday season – both gastronomic and financial. The experts claim that the economic situation is still ‘fragile’ and tax time is just around the corner. It’s raining like crazy and you don’t…
Refuel Burger and Beer
Come early or come late and experience one of Vancouver’s best burgers. Available seven days a week from 3pm-6pm and again from 9pm-midnight, refuel is serving a tasty special – burger and a beer for just $15.50. A juicy hand-ground dry aged Alberta beef patty with the Cure’s bacon, cheddar cheese & house-made mayonnaise served…
Kanke Seafood Restaurants add two experienced restaurant
Kanke Seafood Restaurants is proud to announce two new staff additions to both Goldfish Pacific Kitchen and Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House – Jay Paré, General Manager of Goldfish and Kimberly Hall, Sommelier and Beverage Purchaser for Goldfish & Joe Fortes. Jay Paré takes the helm of Goldfish Pacific Kitchen as General Manager. With…
Winter Festival of Wine Begins Saturday at Sun Peaks Resort!
Call 1-877-212-7107 to book tickets NOW! Tickets are selling fast for the 12th Annual Winter Festival of Wine at Sun Peaks Resort in the BC Interior. The Medal Winners Tasting is sold out already and there are only a handful of tickets left to the Varietal Showdown and Dinner, a brand new event on Tuesday,…
glowbal grill steaks & satay – 50% off lunch entrees until January 31
glowbal grill steaks & satay Celebrates Its Recent Renovation and Relaunch Have your steak and eat it too… The GLOWBAL COLLECTION is celebrating the January 12 reopening of its flagship restaurant – newly branded glowbal grill steaks & satay – by offering all guests 50% off lunch entrees for the remainder of January. When it…
Four Chefs One Garden – new cookbook from Vancouver’s great chefs
Four Chefs One Garden The Story In her unique debut, Vancouver native Evaleen Jaager Roy traces one year spent in her terraced, oceanview garden and in her kitchen. Organized seasonally, the sumptuously illustrated book weaves together backyard gardening tips with recipes from the city’s leading chefs, including one-name superstars Umberto and Tojo. But while Four…
Irish Heather announces more Long Table Series
Long Table Series January 11th – February 11th We are delighted to announce the new Long Table Series menus & dates 11 new entrees 3 new beverages, including a first time showing of a red wine please click HERE for details The Goat is almost here!! Our next project, The Judas Goat is almost ready…
The Academic Public House – DHM Opens New West Side Pub
Donnelly Hospitality Management, the company behind Vancouver’s leading nightclubs and pubs, brings its signature style to West Broadway with the opening of The Academic Public House. A welcome addition to West Side, The Academic is an intimate, 100-seat venue. The design concept infuses traditional black wainscoted wood walls with contemporary dark mirrors, neo-futuristic light columns…
Rosewood Hotel Georgia announced
A Vancouver Legend Gets a Makeover Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce that it has been chosen by Delta Group to manage the legendary Hotel Georgia in Vancouver, Canada. Now known as Rosewood Hotel Georgia, the property is currently undergoing a full restoration and is scheduled to reopen early 2011. The opening of…
Wine and Dine Okanagan
The 7th annual WINE & DINE OKANAGAN Campaign will feature member restaurants who offer their choice of three-course dinner menus at $35, $25 and/or $15 per person to showcase the best of local cuisine at exceptional value! Participate in Wine & Dine and receive an entry to win 2 tickets on Westjet! *Ballots available at…
Just Here for the Beer 2010 Festival
The 2010 Wine & Beer Festival will take place on Friday March 26th, 2010 at The Edgewater Casino in Downtown Vancouver. The Stadium Club inside the casino will be the venue. This room has a cool lounge atmosphere with stadium style seating and private booths perfect for VIPs! In addition to a new venue, the 2010 Wine & Beer Festival…
New from XOXOLAT (chocolate shop)
It’s a tradition that most of us make resolutions at this time of year usually involving big changes, sometimes even difficult ones. If your resolution is to eat healthier, we can help – after all, dark chocolate is one of the healthiest foods for you. No kidding, dark chocolate has almost 10 times the amount…
LURE Restaurant and Salt Spring Island Ales present “From Farm to Cup – An Island Brewmaster’s Dinner”
Salt Spring Island Ales and LURE Restaurant are inviting all craft beer and local seafood lovers out for an evening of sipping and savouring flavours unique to Salt Spring and Vancouver Island on Saturday, January 23. The evening’s menu, prepared by LURE Chef Mike Weaver, will feature an abundance of local, seasonal ingredients including,…
