While the blossoms are almost gone from the trees of Vancouver, there’s still time to celebrate Sakura at the Urban Tea Merchant with their seasonal Sakura Tea Afternoon Tea service available until April 30, 2014. The tea merchant is tucked into a courtyard on Alberni Street with views of the colourful blossoms and sports a tea room classed up with the addition of white tablecloths and a tea pot fountain. Start with the Seasonal Teas, the Sakura! Sakura! tea described as “an ode to spring, a fragrant TWG blend evoking Kyoto’s most celebrated season. A scattering of cherry blossoms and green tea yields…
Author: Cassandra Anderton
Can’t make it to Salt Spring Island? Thursday May 1 hit up the Brewmasters Dinner at The Guild Freehouse. 3 AMAZING rare Salt Spring Island Ales Seasonals will be served including: ‘Spring Fever’ Gruit A cask of Whole Cone Hopped Whale Tale Alt Bier ‘The Apprentice’ Belgian Pale Ale finished with Fresh Apple and Star Anise Pairing with the amazing casks, chef Sam Benedetto will prepare an incredibly succulent Porchetta roasted to perfection. Make sure to call The Guild and book your reservation before it’s too late! Phone (250) 385-3474 Email info@theguildfreehouse.com Website http://www.theguildfreehouse.com
A not to miss for Vancouver Craft Beer Fans. See you there! GLV Details: $30 ($25 for CAMRA or Vanbrewers Members) – ticket price includes a 5oz taster glass (yours to take home) and 3 drink tokens. Additional drink tokens will be available for $1.25 each This event is focused on “sessionable” ales in a variety of styles. Local brewers have been challenged to brew a low ABV ale, full on taste & flavour. There will be a People’s Choice award, as well as a prize for best ale as judged according to BJCP standards. The Cobalt, 917 Main Street Saturday,…
It’s almost time for the Easter Bunny to arrive, but if you’re still not sure where to brunch this Sunday we’ve got a few suggestions for you. You better hop to it and get a reso or you may be left with egg on your face. MARKET by Jean-Georges Easter Sunday MARKET by Jean-Georges hosts a spring-themed Easter Brunch fit for all ages. Enjoy a three-course brunch menu, live jazz band and a Kids Zone hosted by Granville Island Toy Company. The $45.00 brunch includes items such as their Carpaccio of Beef and Smoked Mozzarella with Lime and Basil and Crunchy…
West Restaurant’s Executive Chef Quang Dang has worked tirelessly to create a dinner perfectly paired with wines from some the top producers in California. Labels, including Edna Valley Vineyard, Ghost Pines Vineyard, Louis M. Martini Winery, and MacMurray Ranch. Wednesday, April 23, 2014 West Restaurant 2881 Granville Street, Vancouver 6–9 PM Tickets are $195 per person with a $85 tax receipt. For more information and to buy tickets, contact specialevents@artsclub.com or call Morgan Wood, Special Events Coordinator, at 604.687.5315, ext. 279
The days of Brooke Shields bushy brows are long gone and even the most low maintenance ladies and gents now ensure brow lines are clean and stray hairs tidied up. At 4 Angels Beauty Care owners Navkiran “Kiran” Sokhi and Kulwinder Malhi, are sculpting brows with a threading treatment that also includes a brow massage and brow make-up for just $22. We’ve also tried their natural oil “Indian Head Massage” which will leave you relaxed and stress free even on the worst of days; there’s nothing better than laying back in the chair to be pampered. Their refreshing facial use products from France Laure which are full of…
On April 18, Julien Thomas and Yash present the 28th edition of Late Nite Art with special artist in residence guest Perrin Grauer for a one-of-a-kind explorative art and dinner party, all happening inside Revolver’s gorgeous Archive in historic Gastown. Through experimental art making, fresh local food, and gratuitous beats, Late Nite Art brings the community together in a fun social art experience to share conversation, art, food and drinks. A facilitator, a chef, an artist, and a photographer combine forces to create an intimate socially conducive environment and produce an engaging and entertaining night. The long communal table at…
Effingham Oyster’s will be shucked and slurped at Canada’s inaugural Craft Beer & Oyster Pairing Competition held in Osoyoos on April 25, 2014. Judges will feast on British Columbia’s Barkley Sound oysters farmed just off the west coast of Vancouver Island as they sip and sample beers from around the country to determine which brew is this oysters best friend. The inaugural Canadian Craft Beer & Oyster pairing Competition will be held on April 25th, 2014 during the third annual Osoyoos Oyster Festival. The competition is sponsored by Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort and Spa, Flavours World, CAMRA Vancouver, BC Craft…
While last year I was tripping down to Phoenix to test drive the Rolls Royce Wraith (covered on Daily XY), this isn’t the type of car that is all that realistic for the vast majority of drivers. On my last trip over to Vancouver Island I tried something a little more affordable and was pleased to discover that you can get a well-equipped auto-mobile starting at $24,000, the Ford Focus Titanium. This auto goes from 0 to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds, making it quicker than many others in its class. The six-speed dual-clutch makes it no slacker on the…
On Thursday, April 17th 2014, and 55 cities in 44 countries around the world will celebrate World Malbec day. We’ve already begun to celebrate with a few sips of the Graffigna Centenario 2011 Reserve Malbec, a wine full of rich dark berries, hints of caramel, vanilla, pepper and coffee and a lengthy finish with fine tannins. Great with BBQ beef kabobs! Official celebrations start this weekend on April 11th & 12th – 18 BCLDB stores where 24 Argentinean Malbec-based wines will be featured and April 12th at Marquis Wine Cellars – 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm – 1034 Davie Street, Vancouver and Everything Wine…
On Sunday April 27, 2014 Kessel & March’s Chef Tony Marzo will craft a menu designed around the uber-local Powell Street Beer. It’s not often all of these beers are available at one time, making the event that much more cool. Brewmaster David Bowkett will be on hand to speak about the brewery and the beers. BEER #1 / OLD JALOPY PALE ALE – ORANGE ZEST + COCOA GOATS CHEESE SMØRREBRØD with EDIBLE FLOWER, MICRO-CRESS SALAD, GRAPEFRUIT VINAIGRETTE BEER #2 / BELGIAN WITBIER – CONFIT DUCK LEG + LENTILS DU PUY, SPICED ORANGE VELOUTE BEER #3 / DIVE BOMB PORTER…
Great wines and stellar bites come together on April 16, 2014 as Maenam’s Chef Angus An and sommelier Kurtis Kolt join forces with Meyer Family Vineyards and Jak Meyer. 13 guests will sit down to a family-style 3-course menu of fresh Thai flavours paired with Meyer Family’s new release Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. Jak Meyer pours, answers questions and gives a behind-the-scenes look at the making of his award-winning wines. The three-course dinner is $95 per person, excluding taxes and gratuity. Guests are encouraged to reserve early for this event, as tickets are limited to 13 seats. To reserve a seat please…
The Naramata Wineries head to Victoria on Wednesday 30th April 2014 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm at the Crystal Garden. Tickets are $95 and include wine, food and a musical experience with funds going to the Victoria Conservatory of Music. N Attendees of this event will be among the first to experience the exclusive Spring Release wine portfolio of the Naramata Bench Wineries, and will also have a chance to: Meet all the winemakers Sample irresistible light bites from Victoria’s finest restaurants, caterers and eateries Enjoy incredible live musical performances (Damian Graham Jazz Trio, Special Musical Surprise) Enjoy an exciting food and wine-related silent auction featuring…
Sunday April 6, 2014 gather up your pals and join a culinary treasure hunt through downtown Vancouver. Your map and clues card will guide you through the streets where you’ll sip and savour and meet chefs and other notable personalities. This afternoon tasting experience goes from 2pm until 6pm and is presented by Vancouver Foodster. Hunting should always be this tasty! Registration: Xoxolat 1271 Homer St, Vancouver http://www.xoxolat.com/ Participating venues: XOXOLAT BELLA GELATERIA SEVENTEEN89 RESTAURANT SOIRETTE MACARONS & TEA MILESTONES YALETOWN DE DUTCH PANNEKOEK HOUSE CHASERS FRESH JUICE THE PARLOUR RESTAURANT Marquis Wine Cellars
Have you been watching Recipe to Riches this season? We’ve caught most of the shows and tried most of the products and tonight it’s down to the last five all up for the $250,000. The winner will be announced on April 2, 2014 on CBC at 9 pm. President’s Choice Alfie No Frills is in our hood and they were out of the Mexi Mac and Cheese Bites so we missed that taste, so baring that one being exceptional (although since it was given a thumbs down our pal Sean Neild of Flavour Town Adventures we’re doubtful) we are voting for the Jammin’…
If salsa moves you you’ll want to take note that Cuban musician Gerardo Contino along with his troup Los Habaneros are spicing it up in Vancouver on April 3 and 4. Gerardo Contino, nicknamed ‘El Abogado de la Salsa,’ sings ‘timba’ – a style based on Cuban music along with salsa, American funk/R&B, and Afro-Cuban folkloric music. The sounds are addictive and will be certain to get more than just your feet tapping. Thursday April 3rd, 2014 Performance Works on Granville Island hosts the group with doors at 8 pm, a complimentary salsa dance lesson at 8:30 p.m and the show 9 p.m. Just $30…
Thinking of getting away in April? Tourism Tofino and BC Ferries have partnered up to get you a free one-way BC Ferries ride to help you get there. Book two nights in Tofino and a on-the-water experience to qualify for the voucher for a standard vehicle, driver and passenger. It’s prime whale and wildlife watching time so you’ll be sure to see some special sights! About Tofino (from Tourism Tofino) Located on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, Tofino is bounded by the open Pacific Ocean, Pacific Rim National ParkReserve and the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. A year-round travel…
Head to Whistler April 5, 2014 for The Whistler Film Festival Society’s Spring Fling, an excellent way to celebrate après in style. Wines from Sterling Vineyard’s, appies from Whistler’s top restaurants and entertainment by DJ Smokey along with auctions and raffles. Erin Cebula from Entertainment Tonight Canada is hosting and you’ll mix and mingle with the film festivals elite! TICKETS: $50 HOW TO BUY TICKETS: online – click here phone 604-938-3203 email program@whistlerfilmfestival.com
You won’t go hungry this weekend my food loving friends as there’s a huge range of food-centric events that will satiate even the most enormous of appetites. From Friday March 28th Sunday 31st Boudin Noir and Morcilla are on the menu at Oyama Sausage in Granville Island. Both are speciality blood sausages, delicious grilled or simmered and served up with a side of spuds and greens. While there why not venture into Granville Island Brewery for some samples and pick up their latest addition to Brewmaster’s Vern’s Black Notebook series, Shamrocker Potato Stout. This dry Irish-style stout has tones of coffee, malts,…
Tickets are now available for The Scenic Sip’s “Taste Lake Country” event. Visit the six estate wineries of Lake Country and taste internationally inspired small bites along the way. May 3, 2014. GLV
