Didn’t get time to do the Holiday Baking?

Fear not, if you didn’t have time to bake up holiday cookies, Panetone, cupcakes or pies, you can still put out the treats for Santa if you stop into Terra Breads for their tasty baked goods.  Locations are stocked up and ready to serve you a hot lunch while you finish up the last minute Christmas…

The Kambolis Restaurant Group wants to welcome 2011 with you

After years of bands, fireworks and bells and whistles, they’ve decided to embrace quiet simplicity. C, Raincity Grill and Nu will be offering our a la carte menu, at regular prices. Come early or come late for a sophisticated meal built with ingredients that are foraged, farmed and fished close to home. C has the freshest…

NYE at Bacchus at the Wedgewood

Take the time this Holiday season to indulge yourself and your loved ones with the festive atmosphere, wonderful food, and great hospitality of the Wedgewood Hotel & Spa and Bacchus Restaurant. Reservations  Festive Desk: Reservations and ticket sales for Christmas Dinner and New Year’s Eve Dinner are available through the Festive Desk from Monday to…

New Years Eve in EBO (Delta Hotel Burnaby)

I recently dined at Ebo and was hugely impressed by Chef Daniel Craig’s flair in the kitchen.  We spent the night at the Delta Hotel where the restaurant is located and it was a great little escape from the city.  For NYE the menu looks delicious and the hotel is offering rooms for $149.  The Casino…

NYE at The Diamond

Open bar – That’s right, all our hand crafted cocktails and delicious bottles will be included in the cover price. Full canapé service – All night our menu items will come in bite sized format along with some party favorites that you don’t usually get to enjoy. Speaker Bruiser Sound System – One of the…

NEW YEARS EVE in YALETOWN at Hamilton Street Grill

$85 per per person includes wine ($60 without wine for designated drivers*) Celebrate the entrance of 2011 and raise a glass to the year that was among good friends and family at Hamilton Street Grill, Vancouver’s favourite neighbourhood restaurant for the past 14 years! Dress up, or dress down and enjoy a big, flavourful multi…

NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATIONS IN MARKET BY JEAN-GEORGES

The Resolutions Can Wait Gather family and friends for a New Year’s celebration in MARKET by Jean-Georges.  Karen Gin, Market’s Chef de Cuisine and her team have created menus to ring in 2011, whether your celebration is New Year’s Eve, or New Year’s Day – where the focus is on brunch and celebratory cocktails.  New…

NYE in Comox at the Old House Village

Celebrate New Years Eve, at the Old House Village Hotel and Spa, with a seven course gourmet dinner, live entertainment by 5Play, party favours, and champagne at midnight Chef Larsen has created an amazing menu below and has paired it with entertainment all night long, to provide you with a once in a lifetime culinary experience. Don’t miss…

AUSTRALIA UNVEILED

house wine, in collaboration with Wine Australia presents three Australian tastings. The series will take you on a tour of Australia’s diverse wine regions, introduce you to its unique blends and surprise you with unexpected wine styles. Be prepared for a refreshing new look at Australia. Buy the series of three tastings for $129 (including…

TALES OF THE COCKTAIL ON TOUR VANCOUVER ANNOUNCES SEMINAR LINEUP

Spirited ticket packages go on sale Saturday, January 15, 2011 For eight years, Tales of the Cocktail® has been bringing cocktail aficionados from around the world to New Orleans, for the most spirited event of the year. For the first time, this internationally acclaimed cocktail festival is taking its show on the road with Tales…

Granville Room – BOUTIQUE DINING, COCKTAILS & CHAMPAGNE

Dinner Package 3 Course Dinner 7-10pm Complimentary champagne $15 off entry to Republic, Bar None & Post Modern NYE parties Classic tunes ’til 4am. Granville Room NYE Prix-Fixe Menu   957 Granville Street | 7:00PM – 4:00AM

Perfect Pairings at The Dirty Apron Cooking School

The magic of perfect food and wine pairings can turn any dinner into a decadent experience. Join chef David Robertson and house wine oenophiles Michaela Morris and Michelle Bouffard for a class that will demystify the art of harmonizing flavours and uncovering what makes for a perfect match. On the menu: Piri Piri prawns with…

Terracotta XMAS party

Get your grove on at Terracotta’s party from 5-12 December 23, 2010.  Sadly I am out of town!

Care to Join me for one Last Meal at The William Tell?

I’ve reserved a table for five at the William Tell on December 28 for 6 pm for one of the last nights of service.  Message me if you want to join.  After 46 successful years, The William Tell Restaurant will close its doors on December 31, 2010. Note from the restaurant: Philippe, Erwin, and Josette Doebeli…

THE DIGITAL STORY OF THE NATIVITY

Just had to share this video of the modern day digital birth of Christ!  CLICK on more to watch video (thanks to Tim Pawsey for pointing this out!)

Big Night at The Vancouver Club returns!

Vancouver magazine’s Big Night returns to The Vancouver Club on February 4, 2011! Last year’s Olympics meant we were unable to celebrate our International Wine Competition and Restaurant Award Winners at this most unique event, but we’re thrilled to welcome back Blue Water, Cioppino’s, and CinCin, as well as new favorites Maenam, Campagnolo, Cru, Bishop’s…

Holiday Magic at Victoria’s Historic Inns

Twinkling lights, festive cheer, and a warm welcome await at Victoria’s Historic Inns this holiday season.  From December 1st until January 3rd, the seven historic properties are offering a two night package to include: 2 nights’ accommodation for two in one of Victoria’s Historic Inns Champagne and special holiday truffles upon arrival Full gourmet breakfast…

The Red Sock Project and The Salvation Army warm feet these holidays

During winter, homeless and disadvantaged people are at risk of developing serious feet issues due to exposure to wet weather and below zero temperatures. This holiday season, Nood is inviting Canadians to donate $2 toward a pair of red socks for The Salvation Army to distribute among its community. Every day, The Salvation Army feeds,…