Some things we’re excited about and think you should be too It’s a rainy August day and I’m so happy to have one. Let’s hope this weather calms the flames flaring around our precious province and helps bring the gardens back to life. I want to crawl back to bed, but if I put one…
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BC Blueberries Basque Cheesecake
BC Blueberries Star in this Basque Cheesecake by Chef Justin Witcher of Como Taperia They’re back! Celebrate Fresh BC Blueberries with #GoBlueBC Celebrate the arrival of fresh BC Blueberries in British Columbia by visiting GoBlueBC.ca. Win Amazing #GoBlueBC Prizes from White Spot and BC Ferries with their GoBlueBC.ca until August 2nd, 2021. Sponsored by White…
Yuzu Citrus Cold Brew Granita
Keep Cool with Yuzu Citrus Cold Brew Granita This is a super easy dessert, great at brunch or for a mid-afternoon pick up! Recipe courtesy of Presidents Choice. Makes: 9 cups (2.25 L) Course type: Dessert Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Chill time: 4 hours Ready in: 4-1/2 hours This refreshing Italian-inspired…
Grilled Halloumi & BC Blueberries Salad
BC Blueberries Star in this Summer Salad by White’s Spots Chef James Kennedy They’re back! Celebrate Fresh BC Blueberries with #GoBlueBC Celebrate the arrival of fresh BC Blueberries in British Columbia by visiting GoBlueBC.ca. Win Amazing #GoBlueBC Prizes from White Spot and BC Ferries with their GoBlueBC.ca until August 2nd, 2021. Sponsored by White Spot…
National Tequila Day with Espolon Tequila
July 24 is National Tequila Day why not fiesta it up a notch with Espolon Tequila? As if you needed an excuse to celebrate this Saturday with summer in full swing and the city coming alive in all its post-pandemic glory – it’s also National Tequila Day! Turn this weekend’s fiesta up a notch with…
What’s Good This Week July 21 Edition
A Few Happenings Around Town and in the Fields to Keep You Busy This Summer We headed up to the Okanagan last night and drove through a thick blanket of smoke, just past Merritt and well into Kelowna. Our thoughts are with all that have been evacuated and are on alert and we are devastated…
Road Tripping with the Acura MDX Elite
Acura combines comfort, roominess, power, and style in the Acura MDX 2022 If you are looking for vehicle that accommodates your whole crew in style, or need that extra cargo space, but don’t want to give up power, the Acura MDX is fully loaded and ready to be your ride. We tested this three-row, luxury…
Alimentaria Mexicana Open on Granville Island
Mexican Food Elevated at Alimentaria Mexicana News from the newest opening today, Alimentaria Mexicana – GLV Mexican-Canadian Chef and Entrepreneur Ernesto Gomez and his team of creative collaborators behind the beloved Chancho Tortilleria, Nuba and former Fayuca are taking guests on an early sensory tour of things to come at the groundbreaking new cultural-culinary experience…
What’s Good July 13 Edition
A few things on our radar these days Provence Marinaside’s Lobster Fest with Tantalus Vineyards Whether you prefer them steamed, grilled, boiled or sautéed, fresh Atlantic lobster is superb. For the rest of July, you can indulge your crustacean passion as Provence Marinaside presents its annual Lobster Festival Menu – this year paired with wines…
What’s Good July 3rd Edition
A few things to eat, drink and do this week The temperature is a little less insane this weekend, so I actually feel a little more motivated to get out and do something. Here’s a few things that might appeal for those staying in and heading out. Order up some beer and pies from The…
Laughing Stock Winery Summer 2021
Penticton’s Laughing Stock Winery Summer Release In 2003 Laughing Stock Vineyard Founders David and Cynthia Enns left their lives in the financial industry and invested heavy in the wine industry. Some perceived them as the “Laughing Stock” in the group for this risky decision, and hence the name as their financial peers did not feel…
S.Pellegrino® Chef Collective June 30 – July 4
S.Pellegrino® Announces Chef Collective Initiative in Support of Canadian Restaurants and the Future of Canada’s Culinary Community We got a sneak peak of a couple menu items on offer at Hawksworth and L’Abattoir this weekend and encourage you to choose to dine out to support the culinary community from June 30-July 4. Hawksworth, L’Abattior, Say Mercy,…
What’s Good June 28 Edition
Things to keep you cool this week Our friends have done the smart thing and checked into an airconditioned hotel and were last seen at happy hour at Boulevard, so let’s just start right there as it’s a good a place as any. Boulevard Happy Hour Whether you just drop in some quick oysters and…
What’s Good June 27 Edition
What I’m thinking about today Again, the heat? Yep, it’s another scorcher, so I’m in the coolest part of the apartment, my “office”. I had some time to share a few more good things today, so here’s what I’m currently craving. Stanley Park Brewing Passion Fruit Sour We ran through the summer beers at Stanley…
What’s Good June 26 Edition
Things I stopped scrolling for this week Anyone else slightly warm this week and feeling their productivity plummet? So much for housework this weekend, not that that is ever much of a priority here. If anyone has a spare hotel room with air con, and a pool, we’re here for it. At 10 a.m. it’s…
Oak Estate Winery Present Veuve in the Vines
Veuve Clicquot sails into Summerland Who would have imagined that France would come to the Okanagan this summer? Summerland’s OAK Estate winery and Veuve Clicquot Collaborate for a Picture-Perfect Picnic July 10th! Tickets here. From the release – Summer is here and one of the best things about the season is eating alfresco, especially a…
Straight and Marrow Reopens with New Dishes
Chef Chris Lam reopens Straight and Marrow restaurant and cocktail bar with ambitious new menu of nose-to-tail dishes and signature libations from bar manager Chad Rivard After a 10-week hiatus, East Vancouver eatery Straight and Marrow has officially reopened its doors for indoor dining with a fresh selection of adventurous, meat-forward menu items and handcrafted signature…
Wine & Culinary Experiences at Mission Hill Family Estate
Mission Hill Family Estate offers special meals and wine tastings to brighten the seasons ahead It’s time to start visiting wineries again and Mission Hill Family Estate is always on our to do list. Don’t miss lunch or dinner at the winery. From the release: Mission Hill Family Estate’s tastings and experience collections showcase exquisitely…
Father’s Day Round Up Part 2
Feed your Dad something delicious this Father’s Day BURGERLAND SMASH-UP ‘Big Smash’ Father’s Day Kits The hot new one-stop-Smashburger-Kit-stop known as Burgerland Smash Up is giving Vancouver a unique, family friendly way to show the burger-loving dads in their lives the love for Father’s Day by launching a new Big Mac-inspired ‘Big Smash’ Kit. Available…
Coho Collective announces its second Street Food Series, featuring Kula and Elbo Patties
Street Food Series, featuring Kula and Elbo Patties at Coho Collective Experience an Afro-Vegan cookout from June 25 to 26, 2021 as Coho Collective launches its second Street Food Series, a collaboration between commissary members Kula and Elbo Patties. Located just outside Coho Coffee (1370 East Georgia Street), enjoy summer vibes with BBQ-style eats such…
