I’m going to dish a little here about myself and deter from my usual posts on all the great food I eat. I’ve embarked on a journey of self-improvement and as an added motivator I am going to commit to checking in here to ensure I’m accountable. I’ve judged myself enough so I hope you’ll…
Author: cassandra
Ford Fiesta 2014
I recently tested out the new Ford Fiesta 2014. When I saw the line up of cars I wanted one thing, the car colour that was called Green Envy! I once painted my red car green and have missed that auto-mobile ever since giving it. Rather shallow, I know, but there is of course more…
Fermenting the Harvest (with Victory Gardens and Rooted Nutrition)
September 14, 2013 Victory Gardens and fermenting guru, Andrea Potter of Rooted Nutrition, team up for a workshop including basics on growing the perfect ingredients for fermenting AND an introduction to the world of pickled, fermented vegetables. In this workshop, we will make a batch of probiotic kraut together and there will demo’s on kimchi and pickled…
Chef Survival Challenge and Feast
September 8, Madrona Farm – This event is best described as a combination between Iron Chef and Tough Mudder! Cheer on your favorite chefs as they prove their dedication to local sustainable ingredients and the lengths they will go to protect the farmland that provides them. The chefs hang, hurdle, balance, zipline, climb, crawl, race…
Kickoff With Canada’s Culinary Teams
Sunday September 1 at Edgewater Lounge at BC Place meet the chefs from Culinary Team Canada and Culinary Team BC, sample gourmet foods accompanied by wines and beers, and watch the Vancouver Whitecaps FC play Chivas USA. Culinary Team British Columbia and Culinary Team Canada, are off to compete at a huge international culinary competition in Basel, Switzerland this November…
Three Okanagan Entrepreneurs to Team Up for Unique Food and Wine Partnership
Dinner August 29 Facing competitive industries and thin margins, three young entrepreneurs from different segments of the Okanagan’s food and agriculture economy have partnered in what they are calling a Micro-Marketing Cooperative. Tyler Harlton of TH Wines in Summerland, Jordan Marr of The Homestead Organic Farm in Peachland, and Paul Cecconi of Brodo Kitchen and…
LDEI Green Contest for FOOD DAY (October 24) #Win $50 of Green Products from Les Dames d’Escoffier
CONTEST- EATING REAL Food is a way of life and expression, most importantly it is nature’s greatest gift. We of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) would like to highlight and celebrate your very best images that capture the essence of being green. Rules Submit your best image of EATING REAL You can submit it via…
Hapa Izakaya unveils a new Oyster Bar in the West End!
Marking its 10th anniversary, Hapa West End has unveiled a new Oyster Bar, offering fresh, local, Ocean Wise oysters. Founded by Justin and Lea Ault in 2003, Hapa has evolved the Japanese Pub concept from small drinking houses with plates of munchies to sophisticated lounges with sparkling cocktails, extensive sake offerings and Japanese dishes ranging…
Open House at O5 Rare Tea Bar
O5 Rare Tea Bar 2208 W. 4th at Yew o5 Rare Tea Bar makes it one full circle around the sun and to celebrate we will be having a free open house event. On August 24th (all day) o5 Rare Tea Bar will be opening up its doors to celebrate our first anniversary. We will be…
T.G.I.M. Margarita Mondays are back at Earls
If you look outside Vancouver today (August 18) the weather does not scream hit the patio, but I’ll guarantee that there will be some sunny days ahead. Since I happen to be a big fan of margaritas, and tacos, when Earls announced it would be squeezing fresh limes and serving them up with a splash of Il…
Beerlesque
When: Fri Sep 20, 6-11pm Where: The Roundhouse | Performance Centre Cost: $55 Adults (19+) Two of Vancouver’s favourite pastimes, beer and burlesque, come together for one naughty night: More than 15 local craft brewers and the burlesque community gather for an evening of craft beer and provocative dancing. Featuring: The Danger Thrill Show with…
Vodka? In Wine Country? – January 31 – February 1, 2014 Big White
One of the world’s top vodka brands, ABSOLUT, is coming to Big White once again with an impressive prize package for the resort’s annual Bartender’s Showdown. The heat is on for the bar tenders to mix, pour, and shake their way to the top spot. Craft beer, world-renowned spirits, local and international wine tastings together…
Famiglia Supper Series at La Pentola
August 25, 2013 At 6pm join La Pentola at Opus Hotel to dine at a communal table with your neighbours and friends. This month, the spotlight is on award-winning Domenica Fiore organic olive oil and the season’s best tomatoes. Chef Lucais Syme will team up with Fiore Fine Foods and Stoney Paradise Farm to bring…
Celebrate: On Night in Argentina Wine Tasting
Don’t miss this fun night out! Join us Wednesday, September 25 2013, when Wines of Argentina presents Celebrate: One Night in Argentina. Discover more than 25 Argentinean wineries at Vancouver’s Jewel Ballroom. Guests will get a taste of the vibrant Argentinean culture, as DJs will spin South American-inspired music and graffiti artists create art as you watch. This is…
Re-Up BBQ’s 3rd annual Labour Day BBQ is taking place at River Market in New Westminster
The party features BBQ, a diverse bar, DJs, circus performances, party games and more! This year, the proceeds from the bar (and 3 amazing meat draws) will be donated to City Councillor Chuck Puchmayr’s charity: A Beef With Hunger.This organization raises natural, grass-fed cattle for the food bank and local recovery houses in New West. Help…
Curious Oyster Catering Event
To revel in one of the loveliest Vancouver summers on record, Curious Oyster Catering Co. presents their latest signature Curious Event. On August 18, 2013, they invite you to join them for Salt & Soil, an alfresco party celebrating the seasonal harvest at Tessa Wetherill’s stunning half-acre organic vegetable and flower urban farm. Tickets will include a selection of canapés,…
Deerholme Farm Wild Mushroom Dinner
Saturday September 21 (5 pm — 9 pm) A French themed dinner based on wild mushrooms and local seasonal products. Explore the world of Northern French Cooking, rich with subtle flavours, delicate herbs and a wide selection of the best wild mushrooms available. Canapes: Mushroom and Camembert cheese tartlets Braised rabbit stuffed morels in cider…
Farm to Fork Pop-Up Dinner
Farm 2 Fork is set to host their 2nd “pop-up” style dinner event at Arthur Erickson’s iconic Waterfall Building on September 12th. Inspired by the best restaurants in the world, Chef Nicolas Hipperson and his team will create a delectable seven course tasting menu showcasing a world of flavours while staying true to their deep…
Brooklyn Brewery at The Queen’s Republic
EAST MEETS WEST IN DONNELLY GROUP x BROOKLYN BREWERY COLLABORATION DINNER In celebration of the Donnelly Group’s 30 Days of IPA, development chef Alvin Pillay will be joining forces with Brooklyn Brewery’s house chef Andrew Gerson to create a four-course pairing menu that will feature a selection of Brooklyn Brewery beer styles at The Queen’s…
Chef David Hawksworth heads to New York’s James Beard House
Fundraising dinner brings a taste of Canadian cuisine to the Big Apple Chef David Hawksworth and team will be heading to New York on September 27th, 2013 to cook at James Beard House, home of the non-profit foundation named after the iconic cookbook author and teacher James Beard. The Foundation hosts events and programs designed…
