Summer is nearly upon us – and at Araxi, it represents the start of an exciting season featuring our annual Longtable Dining Series. This year, the series will be set in Whistler’s picturesque Rainbow Park, which boasts stunning views of Whistler, Blackcomb, and Alta Lake – serving as the ultimate al fresco backdrop for this…
Month: June 2012
Indian Summer Opening Gala: A Culinary Tour of India with Vikram Vij & Friends
DATE & TIME: Thursday July 5 @ 7pm LOCATION: W2′s Indian Summer Lounge (aka W2 Media Cafe), 111 W Hastings St. (@ Abbott St.) $60 BUY TICKETS Celebrate the first day of Indian Summer with festival artists and special guests. Vancouver’s own Vikram Vij, widely recognized as one of the world’s top Indian cuisine chefs,…
CinCin’s Chef Andrew Richardson welcomes Chef Cindy Pawlcyn
Guest Chef Dinner CinCin’s Andrew Richardson welcomes Napa Valley’s Chef Cindy Pawlcyn Celebrated author, chef, and restaurateur Cindy Pawlcyn launches Cindy’s Supper Club, Meals from Around the World to Share with Family and Friends When: Tuesday, June 26th | 6:00 p.m. Where: CinCin Ristorante, 1154 Robson Street, Vancouver Cindy Pawlcyn is widely recognized as one of the…
Spinach, Asparagus, Mushroom Salad with Egg
Because I eat out (A LOT), when I am home it has to be something nutrient dense and light. I eat lots of salads. There’s nothing precise about this recipe as I just take a couple handfuls of spinach, some chopped mushrooms or anything else I have on hand (tomato, grated carrot, sprouts, roasted beets,…
Slow Food Vancouver Summer Cycle Tours
JULY 28 & 29, 2012 – Cycling & visiting farmers in the Fraser Valley learning more about where our food should come from. The 2012 Cycle Tours will be held on Saturday, July 28 in Agassiz and on Sunday, July 29 in Chilliwack. Thank you for your support in 2011. Slow Food Vancouver is a volunteer organization dependent on sponsors and revenue from…
The 4th of July Craft Beerbus Crawl!
Presented by YVRBeertweetup, Beerthirst and Donnelly Group Wednesday, 4 July 2012 at 5:00 PM Celebrate the 4th of July with YVRBeertweetup, Beerthirst and Donnelly Group for The 4th of July Craft Beerbus Crawl. The event will start at Library Square at 5:00pm. Then the first bus will leave at 6:30pm and take us to Hooker’s Green, where there will be a…
Sun Peaks Liquid Gold Beer & Whisky Festival
Did you know that for the first two days of processing, Beer & Whisky are identical? That Beer & Whisky use the same basic ingredients? It’s true! So what better reason to pair them up for Sun Peaks’ First Annual Liquid Gold: Beer & Whisky Festival! Dinner & Beer Date: Saturday July 28, 2012 Time: 6:30pm…
Benton Brothers Perfect Cheese Pairings for Dad
Idiazabal Spain (Navarre): Sheep: Raw Idiazabal is one of the more underrated cheeses from Spain. It hails from Navarre in the Basque country. During production the wheels were traditionally smoked over beechwood, hawthorn, or cherry for 10 days. This technique is no longer used but the cheese still retains a subtle smoky flavor. Idiazabal is…
Q4 Ristorante by Quattro is now open on Broadway
Over the past 18 years, Q4 Ristorante by Quattro has earned its standing as Vancouver’s original new Italian restaurant. Now, the restaurant has begun a delicious new chapter in its story, with the opening of its gorgeous 200-seat location on West Broadway, a relocation of the original West 4th room which is now closed. As…
Wine and Cultural Festival at Sun Peaks
The 5th Annual Wine & Culture Festival is a fusion of British Columbia’s boutique wineries, local cuisine, arts and crafts and cultural performances. Set amid the renowned Alpine Blossom Season, the Wine & Culture Festival is sure to tempt all of your senses. To top it off, Kevin Costner & Modern West are playing aFREE outdoor concert on…
PINK in the City Fundraiser for Woman’s Cancers
After a year’s hiatus, we are back this year for another fabulous fundraiser to raise money to support research to end women’s cancers! We are very excited to announce that the PINK in the City Fundraiser and After Party will be held on Sunday June 24, 2012! The fundraiser will be at Society in Yaletown…
Taste Victoria 2012 July 19-22 – Why You Should Be There
This year Taste Victoria celebrates its fourth year with an even busier few days celebrating Vancouver Island’s cuisine and the wines of British Columbia. Fellow Dame d’Escoffier Kathy McAree, a food, wine and travel writer and owner of Travel With Taste indulgent culinary adventures does an amazing job of coordinating vintners, farmers, fishermen and food suppliers…
News from Well Seasoned
All through the month of June at Well Seasoned we celebrate BBQ Season & Father’s day. It’s no small coincidence they go so well together! There are plenty of great opportunities this month to improve the way you cook at home, to get Dad or your husband out to a class and give him a…
Whisky Dinner Extravaganza
Our ever intrepid Special Events team has just launched our latest food + wine event—an evening saluting the fine whiskies of Scotland. The Whisky Dinner will be held on Thursday, July 12, at 6 PM around the harvest table at the Legacy Liquor Store in the Olympic Village. We’re thrilled to bring on new partner Kale & Nori Culinary Arts, who will be…
Russell Brewering Co Beer Dinner – June 25 at Ensemble Tap
Four Beer-Paired Courses $50 Chef MacKay, well-known for his multi-course wine-paired dinners has switched gears in salute toensemble Tap’s fabulous 45 world-beer cellar and modern comfort menu. On Monday June 25h, commencing at 6pm, a Russell Brewing Co brewmaster and Chefs MacKay and Hendrickson honour four extraordinary Russell beers, with modern comfort menu items chosen specifically…
You’re Invited to a Garden Tea Party at The Urban Tea Merchant
Introducing Tea-Infused Cocktails and learn how to infuse your summer entertaining with TWG Tea! The Urban Tea Merchant is in partnership with Y.E.S! Vancouver and Dress for Success Vancouver The Urban Tea Merchant cordially invites you to our garden tea party with a twist!…
Eat! Vancouver – A Walkabout
by Natalie Van Apeldoorn During the first weekend of June, BC Place opened its doors to the public for the EAT! Vancouver 10th Anniversary Exhibition. This gastronomical event invites lovers of food and drink to taste items that are both familiar to their palate and an opportunity to try things that are new or different….
Frias Family Vineyard Winemaker’s Dinner
Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver’s Executive Chef Wayne Harris and Sommelier David Tremblay prepare to welcome Fernando Frias of Napa Valley’s Frias Family Vineyard. Together, they will host an intimate evening of food and wine for just 14 people. Lead by Fernando, guests will learn about the vineyard’s history and the family’s dedication to creating small production…
Ensemble Tap’s Brunch
Father’s Day Weekend Brunch Steak & Eggs Special Perfectly Prepared 9 oz Hanger Steak, Two Eggs done Dad’s way, Home Fries, Housemade Salsa, Summer Green Salad $18 (Ensemble Lager pairing $5) Other Brunch Favourites Brisket Benny Housemade Brisket, Two Poached Eggs, Hollandaise, Home Fries, Mixed Greens $13 Crispy Bacon Pancakes Three huge Bacon-Spiked Pancakes, Maple Syrup Butter, Caramelized Apple $11 Pulled Pork & BBQ…
Greek Day Vancouver June 24
The festival that gave birth to the festival scene in Vancouver back in the good old days – A Five City Block Street Festival in the Heart of Kitsilano Family Festival Featuring Greek Culture, Heritage, Customs, Delicacies, Folklore and Dance. Main Stage Long & Mcquade Never On Sunday Cabaret Boutari Wines Cooking Demonstration Kitchen Hellenic Experience…
