“This is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook- try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above all have fun!” said Julia Child, the woman who taught North Americans how to cook on her weekly TV program The French Chef. In honour of the 100th anniversary of Julia’s birth, our very own…
Month: August 2012
Street Food Sundays at The Waldorf until September 2
The Waldorf, Yelp and Street Food Vancouver present six Sundays of food, live music, shopping, and fun. Starting Sunday July 29, and happening every Sunday till September 2, join us for a series of free and family-friendly events. Following the success of our Canada Day Block Party, that over 5,000 people attended, The Waldorf will…
White Spot celebrates BC with new summer menu and wine list
Iconic B.C. restaurant the only casual dining chain in the province to offer a 100% local wine selection In celebration of summertime in beautiful B.C., White Spot today unveiled its 2012 seasonal Celebrate BC menu across the province, featuring summer dishes inspired by fresh, local ingredients. The return of Celebrate BC also marks the launch…
Sol Sun Belt Cookery Opening Night
Our friends Gord Martin (Bin 941, Go Fish) and Abdel Elatouabi (Bravo Bistro, Marrakesh) opened up Sol Sun Belt Cookery unofficially last night and we stopped in for some drinks and dinner. They were still piecing the room together, but the bar and kitchen were ready to go. The menu here is Mediterranean in style. We…
The View Winery at Village Wines in Kits on August 11 2-5 pm
This week at Village Wines the owner of THE VIEW WINERY Jennifer Molgat will be here pouring the best that this Kelowna winery has to offer. Please join us for a splash of the always popular Frizzante bubbles, Distraction Rose, Gewurztraminer, Red Shoe Red and Pinotage. Distraction Frizzante Bubbles 2011 – The sparkling counterpart to…
‘Adult Pirate Paks’ sail back into White Spot on August 15
Iconic B.C. restaurant chain has raised $152,000 in support of Zajac Ranch for Children, sending 75 kids with special needs to camp Ahoy mateys! White Spot is bringing back its special edition ‘Adult Pirate Pak’ on August 15, giving the young-at-heart a chance to feel like a kid again – all while helping a worthy…
The 9th annual “Passions” event at the Dr. Peter Centre is just a month away
On September 9th, two dozen of Vancouver’s top restaurants & chefs will come together for an unforgettable evening of food and wine to benefit the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation Proudly presented by Scotiabank, Passions – a Benefit for the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation, is one of the city’s most sought-after events for food and wine lovers. This year, Passions…
Establishment
West Broadway seems to be constantly changing tenants. Initially the center of Greek culture in the city, and to some extent still so (it is the location of Vancouver’s Greek Days after all), now the restaurant’s themes span the globe, offering everything from Chinese to Southern Barbeque. In the spot that once housed Fiction and…
Discover Weekends in Downtown Maple Ridge!
Fabulous festivals and unique cultural celebrations are a big part of summer in Maple Ridge. And best of all, most events are absolutely free! Begin your Maple Ridge adventure in the heart of downtown, where Memorial Peace Park plays host to a unique and happening event each and every weekend. August 18 & 19 –…
Autumn Guest Chef Series at West
Executive Chef Quang Dang is proud to present a Guest Chef Series at West this autumn, with an exciting round up of chefs who represent the next generation of culinary achievement across North America. “We’re tremendously excited to welcome these three outstanding chefs to West,” Dang said, “they are truly some of the finest talents…
Smoking Sausage BBQ Competition Cook-Off
Date: Saturday, August 4, 2012 Time: 5pm to 9pm Location: Laneway west of Main Street between Broadway and E. 8thAvenue Be the Judge! Eat and vote on specially crafted sausages made by local Mount Pleasant restaurants, with the expertise of sausage master Drews Driessen of D-Original Sausage Company. First year Smoking Sausage BBQ Competition Cook-Off 1st place champion…
Les Dames BC Chapter – RAFFLE AND GALA AUCTION PRIZE SOLICITATION
We need – Gift certificates for restaurants, hotels, experiences, Gourmet products and baskets, select wines and more. AND ITEMS FOR OUR LIVE AUCTION. As many of you know I am a member of Les Dames and a past scholarship recipient. Please email me at cassandra (at) goodlifevancouver.com with your support. I will be contacting you…
Xfour proudly Present: Xfour Chocolate Vodka Wrestling Ring!!
This Event happens on the 5th for PRIDE! You can come as a spectator or be part of the fun and get yourself, or your team in the Wrestling Ring for some Dirty Chocolate Vodka madness!! ♦$5 to Register as a Individual or as a Team – All Proceeds are Donated to the Gay Pride…
Dockside Restaurant to host Big Lou’s Butcher Shop BBQ on BC Day
Summer long weekends and the BBQ are a perfect match and on BC Day, Monday, August 6th Dockside Restaurant will welcome Big Lou’s Butcher Shop as they make a guest appearance to cook up some of their award-winning locally-sourced meats on Dockside’s famous patio. The Big Lou’s Butcher Shop team will be cooking up and serving…
THE POP-UP SODA SHOPPE with Swallow Tail
The Culinary Circus brings you a 1950’s themed dessert festival. Complete with jive, boozy soda infusions and sweet treats galore! Details… When: August 30, 2012 Time: 7-9 PM / 9-11 PM Where: It’s secret, but super cool What to wear? 50′s style, slick back that hair! Poodle skirts are highly recommended. Tickets: $15 entry. All the food vendors will…
Oregon Takes Vancouver
Toast the change of season as you discover the flavours of Oregon. You will savour high caliber wine and delicious barbequed local salmon against the stunning backdrop of Stanley Park. Pinot Noir will of course be the centre of the attention but other grape varietals that succeed in this region such as Chardonnay, Pinot Gris…
Dîner en Blanc® – Canada’s Most Sought After SECRET Event Comes to Vancouver
Over 1,200 diners converge on secret outdoor location for night of sophisticated revelry Global dining phenomenon, Dîner en Blanc® comes to Vancouver August 30, 2012. Dîner en Blanc® marks the world’s first viral event, a très chic picnic imported from Paris that invites culinary and culture enthusiasts dressed in white to converge upon secret outdoor…
Taste Canada―The Food Writing Awards 2012 Announcement of Short Lists
Taste Canada―The Food Writing Awards drew 73 submissions this year, a brilliant snapshot of the vibrancy and diversity of Canadian culinary publishing. The winners will be announced, together with the names of the jurors, at the Award Ceremony and Gala Reception on Monday, 5 November, at the newArcadian Court inToronto. CULINARY NARRATIVES: Leslie…
Les Dames d’Escoffier Julia Child 100th Birthday Gala Dinner
Julia Child Celebrations Part two Les Dames d’Escoffier Julia Child 100th Birthday Gala Dinner Saturday, September 8th, 2012 Four Seasons Hotel, Vancouver Cost of the Event: $300 all inclusive Join ten Les Dames Chefs and “celebrity” chefs from Canada and Seattle as they prepare an elegant French Julia Child inspired 10-course plated dinner poolside at…
