March 17, 2014 falls on a Monday this year, but that needn’t keep you raising a pint or two in celebration of Irish luck. The Irish Heather “No Cover, No Green Beer, No Plastic Clover” is the mantra at the Irish Heather as they celebrate their 18th St. Patrick’s Day since opening the Irish Heather’s doors in…
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St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail A Thorn Among Kings
St. Patrick’s Day calls for all things Irish. We’ll be noshing on some corned beef and cabbage, and sipping good Irish Whiskey. This Irish Whiskey Cocktail is brought to us by Trevor Kallies of Donnelly Group. A new-style of Irish whiskey cocktail: A Thorn Among Kings 2oz Red Breast Irish Whiskey 1oz Dubonnet 2 Dash…
CONTEST CLOSED #Contest $200 Pre-Paid VISA Card
Contest Now Closed. CONGRATS TO KIM MCLEAN! Enter for a chance to win a $200 Pre-Paid VISA Card! As a Good Life Vancouver reader, who simply knows how to enjoy life in this amazing city, this contest is just for you! All you have to do is sign up to SocialShopper through this link and…
Dish n’ Dazzle with Wines of NZ and the BC Hospitality Foundation
Food, New Zealand wines and cocktails will reign supreme on May 1, 2014 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Presented by BC Hospitality Foundation (BCHF) and New Zealand Wine guests will sip over 80 wines from 20 wineries all paired with food from 12 of Vancouver’s best restaurants. Vancouver top cocktail stars will be on hand to compete and there’s also…
Quirky Wines at Burdock & Co
If you’ve ever wanted to try some interesting Italian Tipples now’s your chance as Chef Andrea Carlson hosts Matt Sherlock of Sedimentary Wines on March 24, 2014 to guide guests off the well-worn path of red and white to explore the world of orange wines. Orange wines are created using ancient traditional techniques not commonly used in modern times;…
Rum & Chocolate at the Shameful Tiki
How about some rum and chocolate with the Shameful Tiki, Riadh Aine of Bumble & Oak Chocolates, Moonshine Tastings, and local bartender Shea Hogan. Enjoy tiki cocktails, chocolates and get your rum on! “The Shameful Tiki Room“ Rum, chocolate and cocktails When: Tuesday March 11th 2014 Time: 7pm – 9pm (approx) Where : The Shameful Tiki…
Whisky & Chocolate 101 – The Spirit of Chocolate
Chocolate or Whisky are a match made in heaven. Learn how chocolate is different depending on the bean, where it’s from, & who makes it into chocolate. Whisky expert Marcus Von Albrecht will guide you through the wide range of whiskies from beginner to super-peaty as you sample amazing chocolate! GLV Perfect pairings with Marcus…
The 6th Annual Diners’ Choice Award: The Best Twenty in the City
The growing number of voters participating in the annual Diners’ Choice Awards is a good indication that Vancouverites are becoming more and more enthusiastic about honouring the best Chinese food in the Lower Mainland. The votes are not only a reflection of today’s dining trend but also the key in making the Chinese Restaurant Awards…
Masquerade Ball for the BC SPCA
Support the BC SPCA Saturday, March 29, 2014 from 7:00 PM to midnight at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Wear your best formal attire or vintage inspired costume, don an exotic mask and enjoy a night of live music, dancing, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, prize draws, silent auction and so much more. Tickets are $99 each or $350…
BC Women Brewers Brew Up a Unite Pale Ale for International Women’s Day
2011 – In British Columbia, there is no shortage of women in beer, so when the Pink Boots Society in the US called for a collaboration brew, a group of Victoria female brewers answered. On International Women’s Day, the group will meet to brew up a special Unite Pale Ale to raise the profile of…
Meditations on a Tamworth Pig with Kurtis Kolt Wildebeest and Waldorf Wine
On Wednesday, March 12th at 7:00pm, Kurtis Kolt, Waldorf Wine Group and Gastown’s Wildebeest present a tour of Old World, terroir-driven wines. The Wildebeest kitchen team look forward to presenting the unique, heritage breed Tamworth pig by way of their adventurous nose-to-tail, contemporary country cooking. $99 per person, including tax and gratuity. Reservations eat@wildebeest.ca “Meditations…
Diner Classic Lunches at Joe Fortes
While there’s a general lack of great diners in town, you can now sample diner classics at Joe Fortes. And while the atmosphere here is more up-scale than your average diner, the prices are not; all three items lunch items can be had for only $9.95 until March 28, 2014. We headed in for a…
Xi Shi Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea
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…
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…
