Chinese New Year may have come and gone, but until March 13, 2014 you can still enjoy afternoon tea at the Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver’s Xi Shi Lounge. We love the modern lounge of Xi Shi and their Blue Willow China set; hanging out there on a rainy afternoon just feels right. The hotel has switched…
Month: March 2014
Craft Beer Thursday at 39th and Cambie
What’s this? Craft beer and cheese? We’re in! First Thursday every month.GLV Date:Thursday, March 06, 2014 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm Join our 39th & Cambie Beer Advocates every first Thursday of each month to explore award winning and local craft beers that are new to the BC market! Sip on some craft beer while…
‘Seafoodies’ PLEASE Sign Petition for National Sustainable Seafood Day in Canada
All Canadians can play an important role in protecting the future of our fisheries and marine life so please sign this petition so March 18 will be recognized as National Sustainable Seafood Day in Canada. In 2013, a group consisting of Executive Chef Ned Bell, seafood organizations SeaChoice and Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program, as…
Uncork Your Palate
SIP, SAMPLE & CELEBRATE Presented at Victoria’s elegant Crystal Garden, Uncork Your Palate is an exciting wine, food and musical experience which raises funds for the Victoria Conservatory of Music. Net proceeds go to support VCM music education, music performance and community music outreach. April 30, 2014 (Wed) from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Crystal Garden 713 Douglas…
Uva Celebrates Women’s Day
Looks like we’ll be here alongside some amazing woman from the industry! Join us. GLV “Guts and Glory” gathering brings together women in the hospitality industry A veritable who’s who of Vancouver’s hospitality scene will gather at UVA Wine Bar on March 8 to mark International Women’s Day at a networking event titled “Guts and…
Burrowing Owl at Seasons In The Park
Head to Seasons In The Park on March 18, 2014 at 6 pm for some BC Wines alongside some great pairings. Rickets $125 GLV Smoked Salmon Blini with a horseradish cream paired with Calliope Sauvignon Blanc 2012 Seared Scallops with asparagus salad & fig balsamic vinaigrette paired with Burrowing Owl Chardonnay 2011 Balsamic Glazed Quail with a polenta…
Campagnolo ROMA Quinto Quarto with R & B Brewing Co.
On March 12 head to East Van for Craft Beer and offal with Quinto Quarto at Campagnolo and beers from the delicious R & B Brewers. GLV On Wednesday, March 12, chef de cuisine Joachim Hayward will host Quinto Quarto: No Guts, No Glory along with R&B Brewing Co.’s head brewer Todd Graham. Hayward has…
Vancouver Wine Festival 2014 Trade Competition Award Winner
The Vancouver International Wine Festival, presented by The Vancouver Sun, announced this year’s trade competition winners on Friday, February 28 at Celebrating Excellence: The 11th Annual Awards Lunch, featuring Rhône Valley Wines. Sponsored by ContainerWorld, the Celebrating Excellence program honours those professionals who contribute to our region’s exceptional wine and food culture. Guests enjoyed a…
Nicili Antica Pizzeria Appassionato Menu
Starting Monday, March 3rd, Nicli is combining its amore of fine vino and Neapolitan pizza in a special three-course prix fixe Pizza Appassionato Menu for Two priced at $45. Each menu includes a shared antipasti, two pizzas and dessert. The Pizza Appassionato Menu is available only Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for either lunch or dinner and it…
