Chef returns to Diva with creative approach to Cascadian cuisine and ready to nurture a new generation in the kitchen www.divamet.com The Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver is thrilled to welcome Chef Hamid Salimian back into the fold in the role of Executive Chef. Known for his contemporary, creative approach to cuisine, Chef Salimian will be…
Month: September 2011
Whistler Search & Rescue Volunteers Dinner
Gourmet Dinner & Auction Supports Life-Saving Work Whistler Search and Rescue Society(WSAR) is holding its twelfth annual winemaker’s gourmet dinner and auction, “Wine’d Up”, on October 15th, 2011. Guests at this popular event will enjoy an evening of outstanding food and wine while supporting the critically important work of Whistler’s search and rescue volunteers. Organizers…
Discover Wines of Argentina
On Thursday, September 29 2011, Wines of Argentina will host a tasting to showcase the quality and variety of wines the country produces. Held at Vancouver’s Sutton Place Hotel, the event will feature bottles from over 24 wineries. The world’s fifth largest wine producer, Argentina has developed a reputation for creating approachable and food-friendly wines. …
Acclaimed Quebecois chefs join contemporaries in Whistler at Cornucopia
A meeting of culinary minds will take place in Whistler during the annual Cornucopia festival, with the resort welcoming six chefs from Québec to join the local foodie scene, celebrating the best in Québécois and West Coast cuisine. In conjunction with Whistler’s celebrated Bearfoot Bistro, Cornucopia presents six remarkable chefs from Québec: Jean-Luc Boulay of Le…
Missed the market? Order online!
Did you miss the weekend Farmer’s Market? Can’t make it to Main Street on Wednesdays? You can still get local, organic groceries from NOWBC. NOWBC online farmers’ market and grocery delivery supports many of the same local producers that you buy from at the Farmers Markets like Gelderman Farms and Klippers Organic Acres. NOWBC carries…
Edible Canada Guest Chef Market Dinners
On Tuesday, September 13 we’re so happy to have back Chef Todd Bright, of Wild Rice Restaurant, for a second year in a row. Last year’s modern Chinese dinner was such a delicious success, we were delighted when Chef Bright agreed to join us again. Wild Rice is known as a socially conscious restaurant serving…
News from Victoria’s Cook Culture
This summer, short as it’s been, has once again supplied us with an abundance of wonderful local produce. As the season starts to turn, most summer fruit is still widely available but soon it will be time to pick our apples, tomatoes and squash. Less time in the garden means we’ll soon be spending more…
BBQ on The ByPass
Greater Vancouver’s largest BBQ competition & free public event will offer more competitions, barbequed food & entertainment The countdown is on to the 6th annual Well Seasoned BBQ on the Bypass on Sunday, September 18th from 10 am to 4 pm at 20771 Langley Bypass in Langley, British Columbia. With just three weeks to go,…
Mt. Boucherie Wine and Food DNA
Mt. Boucherie Family Estate Winery Presents “Wine & Food DNA: Finding Answers, One Sip at a Time” on Saturday, September 17, 2011 from 6:30pm – 9:30pm. Tickets are available online at Wineandfooddna.eventbrite.com or at the winery for $49/each (plus HST) Call 250-769-8803 for more information. Proceeds to support the BC Cancer Foundation. Date: Saturday, September…
Cowichan Bay Wine Festival Participants and Events
September 14-18 Cowichan Bay, Vancouver Island Grape Stomp Wednesday, Sept. 14 – 1:30 to 4:30pm Downtown Duncan at City Square Stage Sponsored by: DBIA Premier event tickets available for purchase CW&CF Wine Tasting Wednesday, Sept. 14 – 7pm Quw’utsun’ Cultural & Conference Centre in the Comeakin Room Presented by: Couverdon Music by Dave Hart ~…
Tomato Festival
September 10, Trout Lake Farmers Market Did you know the tomato was once considered to be poisonous? And did you know that tomatoes are related to roses? Amazing but true facts like this can be learned at our annual Tomato Festival being held at the Trout Lake Farmers Market on September 10th. Check out the…
Regional Dinners at Cibo Trattoria
With the season of golden trees, crisp cool air and new fall fashions approaching, so are the next three Regional Dinners at Vancouver’s very own internationally acclaimed and award-winning Cibo Trattoria. SEPTEMBER In September, Cibo features the Tuscany Dinner on Wednesday, September 21st from 5pm into the late evening. Tuscany marks the divide between the…
The Social Feed at Nelson the Seagull
Nelson the Seagull is a recently established bakery/cafe that is keeping it’s doors open – special occasion – for a long table dinner with The Social Feed. Recently opened in May, three South Africans set out to “make a space where every meal feels like a lazy summer day spent with friends”. Grab your vuvuzela , score…
Great Estates of the Okanagan : Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa
Famously called “Napa of the North”, BC’s South Okanagan is best known for its glorious sunshine, colourful orchards and as Canada’s premier wine country. Book now at Osoyoos’ most luxurious destination resort Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa for a deluxe wine package, starting at $99 per room, per night. The price includes complimentary wine…
Masthead Restaurant and Alderlea Wine Dinner
The Masthead Restaurant & The Arthur Vickers Gallery celebrate the Cowichan Wine & Culinary Festival event! The Cowichan Wine & Culinary Festival (CW&CF) Committee is pleased to announce an exclusive event hosted by The Masthead Restaurant featuring Riedel, The Wine Glass Company, Alderlea Wines and iconic west coast artist Arthur Vickers on Thursday, September 15th, 2011….
New Patio Opens at Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub
The Best Real Estate in Whistler Just Got Better… And Bigger We say “Whistler winter” and you think skiing, when we know a better thought is après ski. When we say “Whistler summer”, you think mountain biking. The phrase you should be thinking is patio sipping. Season does not matter in Whistler, the fun you…
The Oregon Bounty Ultimate Escape
“Forage, Liquid & Adventure” ~ All Inclusive ~ EverGreen Escapes is Cascadia’s premier sustainable adventure travel company based in Portland, Oregon. Providing private and small group naturalist led adventures in bio-fueled Mercedes Vans. Specializing in crafting upscale and authentic nature, epicurean and education based experiences for the responsible, curious and discerning traveler. ESCAPE PLAN: The Oregon Bounty Ultimate Escape…
Wild Rice Celebrates its 10th Year with Dinner and Cocktail Party
Ten years and one month to the day it first opened its doors, Wild Rice is holding a very special evening to celebrate its 10th anniversary on Friday, September 23rd. “A lot has changed in the past 10 years,” says owner Andrew Wong. “Ten years ago, Wild Rice was basically the only restaurant in the…
Volunteers needed for Fruit Tree Project
Full Fruit Trees? The Fruit Tree Project Can Help! The Vancouver Fruit Tree Project Society is dedicated to harvesting and sharing neighbourhood fruit. Volunteers harvest extra fruit from backyard fruit trees and redistribute it to community groups. In the past 12 years we have picked more than 35, 000 pounds of fruit and redistributed it to community centres, neighbourhood…
Cowichan Wine & Culinary Festival
Nectar, Nourishment & Knowledge – Expanded 2011 Festival Line Up The 7th Cowichan Wine & Culinary Festival invites wine and culinary aficionados to wineries, farms and restaurants doorsteps from Wed., Sept. 14th through Sun., Sept. 18th. The 2011 Cowichan Wine & Culinary Festival is presenting five NEW major festival events in addition to our traditional weekend celebration….
