Bold Flavours, Global Inspiration: Bar Asra Full of Global Flavours and Inventive Cocktails The city’s buzzing South Granville neighbourhood is set to welcome a new dining gem: Bar Asra, a globally inspired restaurant and cocktail bar where unexpected flavours meet impeccable craft and vibrant energy. Opening today, April 15, Bar Asra invites curious palates and adventurous spirits to experience its exciting and experimental menu. Bar Asra is a dedication to creativity and innovation, co-owned by renowned chefs Kanwardeep Ahluwalia and Baldeep Singh, who bring a wealth of international culinary experience and a shared love of boundary-pushing cuisine. Their menu draws…
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The Osoyoos Oyster Festival – Sip, Slurp, and Stay in the South Okanagan B.C. Oysters and South Okanagan Wine are the star attractions at the Osoyoos Oyster Festival on April 11 & 12, 2025. Join oyster lovers for the Sip & Shuck event at the Osoyoos Golf and Country Club on Friday, April 11 from 5-7 p.m. and stay the weekend for The Black Pearl Gala held at Walnut Beach Resort on Saturday, April 12 from 6-9:30 p.m. Friday’s Sip & Shuck at the Greenside Bar and Grill at the Osoyoos Golf and Country Club will feature oysters freshly shucked…
Les Dames d’Escoffier’s Legacy Awards Les Dames d’Escoffier’s Legacy Awards, supported by The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts, were established in 2009 by Les Dames d’Escoffier International with one goal in mind: to provide targeted mentorship opportunities for professional women in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries. The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts generously supports our Legacy Awards program. A Week with a Dame: Each Legacy Award winner earns an experience of approximately one week working alongside accomplished LDEI members. The competition is open to professional women from the U.S., Mexico, the U.K., Canada, France…
Get advice on renovating, cooking, decorating, gardening, and more at the BC Home + Garden Show The BC Home + Garden Show takes place from March 13-16, at BC Place Stadium showcasing a lineup of locally and nationally recognized industry professionals, offering expert insights to help Lower Mainland homeowners jumpstart their home and garden projects for the year ahead. MEET THE EXPERTS Celebrity Talent Takes the Stage Homeowners and design enthusiasts can receive expert advice on The Sleep Country Main Stage, presented by the Home Network and the Vancouver Sun. Renowned designer Sarah Richardson, presented by MyHouse Design/Build/Team, will headline…
Fundraising for Culinary Team Canada at BC Chefs’ Association Presidents Gala Celebrate at The Vancouver Club with the BC Chefs Association event and support National Culinary Team Canada as they prepare for the prestigious IKA/Culinary Olympics. The IKA Culinary Olympics , held every four years in Germany, is one of the most renowned culinary competitions in the world, where the best chefs from across the globe showcase their skills and innovation. This event is your chance to witness the incredible talent of Canada’s culinary tean1as they fine-tune their dishes in preparation for the Olympics. Experience the creativity, precision, and passion…
The Seasonal Buck gets its kick from ginger beer, the Orchard Cooler gets its fizz from sparkling apple juice, and the Smoky Old Fashioned pairs Scotch with maple syrup. Find all five recipes here.
Celebrate Sakura Season with Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea, a seasonal celebration inspired by the delicate beauty of sakur is available this spring! This exquisite experience offers a curated selection of delicate teas, handcrafted pastries and savoury treats, all beautifully adorned with a touch of cherry blossom elegance. More Events The menu boasts a selection of treats, including freshly baked Morello cherry and buttermilk scones, served with house-made preserves and Chantilly cream. For savoury indulgences, guests can enjoy a pork menchi katsu sandwich, salted cod inari, and tuna tataki topped with ponzu pearls. The sweet…
The Balevenie, Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie and Brand Ambassador Jamie Johnson Raise a dram to women who break barriers and showcase exceptional skill, leadership, and a true passion for craft this International Women’s Day. More on Drinks Leading the charge of women at The Balvenie is globally respected Malt Master, Kelsey McKechnie, who demonstrates a bold approach to innovation and a deep respect for tradition. Second comes National Brand Ambassador Jamie Johnson, whose passion for whisky has led to her notoriety as one of Canada’s top whisky experts. Kelsey McKechnie has earned her recognition as a global whisky community leader…
Gate 22 Accesses Premium BC-Grown Fruit with Acquisition on Adega on 45th Estate Winery in Osoyoos The team at Gate 22 Winery is pleased to announce its acquisition of Adega on 45th Estate Winery in the heart of Osoyoos, British Columbia. This acquisition is spearheaded by a group of investors with extensive entrepreneurial experience, having founded several successful businesses globally. The acquisition of Adega on 45th reflects the Gate 22 team’s optimism and strong belief in the potential of the British Columbia wine industry, and their ambition to showcase the unique terroir of the Okanagan Valley. By securing this 19-acre…
March 5, 2025 VCC Foundations’s Flourish, A Fusion of Food, Wine and Fundraising with a Star-Studded Culinary Lineup The Vancouver Community College (VCC) Foundation is proud to announce the return of Flourish, its signature fundraising event, taking place on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the VCC Broadway campus (1120 E. 7th Ave). This annual event celebrates food, wine, and philanthropy, bringing together alumni chefs, industry leaders, and the community to raise funds for student scholarships. We’ll be there with Sea Cider! “VCC is an institution committed to excellence in education and industry leadership, and its renowned culinary program is celebrated…
Conversations In Wine – Wendy Allan Pindaire Winery Barosa Valley The Vancouver International Wine Festival is on and we’ve interviewed a few winemakers whose wines you could taste at the 2025 Festival. Here’s our Q&A with Kailee Frasch of Wendy Allan of Pindarie Winery in the Barossa Valley, Australia. Find more on the Wine Festival here. Read more about the women winemakers at this year’s festival here. Pindarie Wines is set on the Barossa’s Western Ridge, nestled between rolling ranges, rich farmland, and pristine vineyards. Pindarie acts as the gateway to the Barossa Valley at the peak of the contoured farm. When…
Conversations In Wine – Stacy Hornemann from Blue Grouse Winery The Vancouver International Wine Festival is on, and we’ve interviewed a few winemakers that you could meet at the 2025 Festival. Here’s our Q&A with Stacy Hornemann from Blue Grouse Winery in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. Find more on the Wine Festival here. Read more about the women winemakers at this year’s festival in Vita here. Embarking on a compelling journey through the realms of viticulture and enology, Stacy Hornemann brings a rich blend of passion, precision, and innovation to Blue Grouse Estate Winery. Stacy joined the team in…
Conversations In Wine – Kailee Frasch Quail’s Gate Winery The Vancouver International Wine Festival is on and we’ve interviewed a few winemakers you could meet at the 2025 Festival. Here’s our Q&A with Kailee Frasch of Quail’s Gate Winery in West Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley. Find more on the Wine Festival here. Read more about the women winemakers at this year’s festival here. When and how did you know the wine industry was where you belonged? Growing up in the Okanagan Valley, I was surrounded by vineyards, which naturally sparked my interest in wine. It wasn’t until I was studying…
Lingua Franca: Crafting Expressive Wines from Oregon’s Unique Terroir The Vancouver International Wine Festival is from February 22 until March 2nd, providing an opportunity to get to know our neighbours to the south. Let’s put our trade battles aside, unite over great wine, and enjoy conversations with folks who have made the trek up to enlighten us. Find out what makes wines from California, Washington State and Oregon unique. At the same time, you also sample your fair share of local BC wines, and hit up the sections where Italy, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, and Greece are bringing in their top…
Going Handsfree in the 2025 Lincoln Aviator After testing out the fully loaded and uber-luxurious 2025 Lincoln Aviator around town, Michael and I popped over to Vancouver Island to visit the Sea Cider, whom I work for, have some lunch, catch up with my co-workers and taste some of the new formulations of our extremely delicious non-alcoholic ciders, the Temperance Series. I then took a holiday the following day, and we had a couple of excellent meals; I did some reading and briefly relaxed. We overnighted in Victoria one night and Brentwood Bay the other, with time to drive the…
Vancouver’s Day 2025 in Metro Vancouver No Plans for Valentine’s Day? Here’s a sampling of not-so-sinful suggestions. Mon Paris Pâtisserie’s Valentine’ s-themed confections from the Burnaby pâtisserie include a Velvet Cake, pictured above, with sour cherry compote adorned with edible hearts and flowers in full bloom, which serves 3-4 people ($39); Dark and White Chocolate Heart Diorama decorated with six assorted truffles ($29); White & Milk Chocolate Rose blooming from an edible flowerpot adorned with a Champagne truffle ($38); a whimsical Milk Chocolate High Heel decorated with assorted truffles $45; and a Milk Chocolate LV (Louis Vuitton)-Styled Bag that hides six assorted chocolates…
Vancouver Cocktail Weekis 2025 Lineup March 2-9 is Vancouver Cocktail Week, get prepared for some seriously good imbibing. Check out these exciting new events for 2025!. From cabaret shows and cocktail-paired dinners to international bartender pop-ups and painting classes, there’s truly something for everyone. Don’t miss the signature event, the Black and BLACK & WHITE GALA on Saturday, March 8th. The closing night gala is the biggest, most glamourous event of Vancouver Cocktail Week, and it’s one you don’t want to miss! Don your most stylish black-and-white cocktail fashion and step into the beautiful Spanish Ballroom where top bartenders from near…
Conversations In Wine – Leah Adint Erath Winery The Vancouver International Wine Festival is on and we’ve interviewed a few of the attendees that you could meet at the 2025 Festival if you hit the right tasting booth. Here’s our Q&A with Leah Adint from Erath Winery from Willamette Valley, Oregon. Find more on the Wine Festival here. For Leah Adint, a love of winemaking has taken her around the world, making her the perfect fit for the Traveling Winemaker position when she joined Chateau Ste. Michelle in 2015. In 2018 she was promoted to Red Winemaker based at Chateau Ste.…
Join Us For SHUCKED Vancouver! Tuesday February 11th at The Vancouver Fish Company in Granville Island, Vancouver, BC oyster lovers will gather for SHUCKED Vancouver! It’s an all you can slurp happy hour! Ticket includes all you can eat selection of BC Oysters and three hot small plates, along with two complimentary beverages and Sea Cider Sampling. BUY TICKETS
Nostalgia Is Having a Moment; Butter is Having a Moment – BUTTER KitchenAid 2025 Colour of the Year Today, KitchenAid reveals its 2025 Colour of the Year: Butter. Butter is a soft, energizing yellow with a creamy, satin finish that spreads warm flavours and cherished memories to the table, creating a heartwarming atmosphere. “More than half of consumers connect a buttery yellow colour with comforting homemade meals. As the KitchenAid® Stand Mixer has been a staple in kitchens for generations, the 2025 Colour of the Year selection goes hand in hand with the nostalgic feelings we get thinking back on memories of cooking with our loved ones,” said Chad Ries, Global Brand Marketing Director at KitchenAid…
