Chez Christophe Holiday Chocolate and Cake

Chez Christophe Chocolaterie Patisserie launches 10th Anniversary Holiday Collection Holiday Collection for festive gift-giving and seasonal indulgence. Located in Burnaby Heights and White Rock, the chocolatier is featuring its signature handcrafted showpieces, Bûche de Noël (Yule Log), limited edition dragee, bespoke gift boxes, and stocking stuffers, including festive chocolate lollipops starting from $2.95++, now available…

Meréon Brings French Brunch to West Vancouver

Meréon – A West-Coast Eatery offers Bistro Culture, and Classic French Fare to Brunch Lovers Brunch lovers have a new dining experience that brings the celebrated aspects of French bistro culture and cuisine to West Van’s Ambleside neighbourhood when Meréon opens its doors at 1479 Clyde Ave. in early 2024. Owner and North Shore resident Ophelia…

Jungle Rooms New Menu

Jungle Room Whisks Guests on an Exotic Culinary Adventure Vancouver’s first jungle-inspired restaurant and cocktail lounge, Jungle Room, is thrilled to introduce its new fall menu, featuring a line-up of memorable dishes and drinks. This marks the first comprehensive menu update since the establishment’s grand opening this past April, promising a captivating blend of elevated…

Purdys Chocolatier Holiday Collection

Holiday Chocolates from Purdys Chocolatier Are A Must Cherished and renowned for creating connection and joy through the power of chocolate since 1907, Purdys Chocolatier Christmas Collection features the perfect holiday gifts for family, friends, colleagues, and teachers. Returning for its fifth year is the much-loved Dear Santa Bar, a delicious gift that gives back….

BReD – Sourdough Loaves, Small Breads, and Other Plant-Base Baking

Vegan chef and artisan bread-maker Ed Tatton shares techniques and 100 recipes for making naturally leavened sourdough loaves, small breads, and earth-friendly small baked goods. We love this cookbook and you are lucky to get two recipes from it as well,  Ginger and Molasses Cookies and Spiced Carrot and Walnut Cake, just in time for…

ROAM The Brand Candle Subscription Service

ROAM The Brand Candle Subscription Service, Just in Time for the Holidays In anticipation of the festive season, ROAM The Brand, a distinguished Vancouver-based luxury and eco-friendly candle company, is thrilled to introduce its latest offering: an effortless candle subscription service. Candle enthusiasts can now immerse themselves in the luxury and artistry of ROAM, with…

5 Ingredients Mediterranean Jamie Oliver

5 Ingredients Mediterranean Dishes Out Flavour Without the Fuss Chef Jamie Oliver is back with the follow-up to his most popular cookbook to date — this time inspired by the food from his travels — 5 Ingredients Mediterranean. This eagerly awaited new cookbook follows the tremendous success of its predecessor, 5 Ingredients, which has sold…

Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky Cocktails For the Holiday Season

Three Cheers to Tailored Libations Made with Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky, Ideal for Ringing in the Festive Spirit with Your Crew. We’ve got the scoop on some Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky Cocktails! ‘Tis the season! Make your holiday gatherings shine brighter by adding a touch of Grant’s magic to holiday celebrations with your cherished crew. “With Grant’s, Canadians can own their…

Festive Cocktails and Holiday Cheer at H Tasting Lounge

H Tasting Lounge at The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver Makes the Holidays Merry and Bright H Tasting Lounge presents diners with endless opportunities to indulge in both traditional and inventive ways to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family this year. We checked out the Festive Cocktails at H Tasting Lounge, sampled some snacks and…

58 West Hastings Art Gives Back

58 West Art Gives Back Auction I attended a media preview for the 58 West Hastings Art Project and was impressed by this collection of generously donated works from seven Canadian artists. The pieces will be auctioned off at the Chinatown Foundation’s Autumn Gala on November 9th. Each artist has either lived, worked, or studied…

Chefs’ Table Society of BC Celebrates Wild BC Salmon!

Chefs’ Table Society of BC Collaborates with 10 Restaurants Across the Province to Celebrate Wild BC Salmon! Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia (CTS) is excited to announce a collaborative event with the BC Salmon Marketing Council and ten restaurants across BC in celebration of the rich heritage of wild BC salmon and to promote…

Yes Shef 2023 Returns!

Empower, Elevate, Indulge: Yes Shef 2023 Returns! WORTH Association (Women of Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality) is proud to present Yes Shef: Elevating Women in Food & Beverage. On November 6th, 2023, join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the remarkable women of British Columbia’s hospitality community. More Events Les Dames d’Escoffier BC’s Chapter will be…

Hitting Squamish in the Honda Civic

The Honda Civic Hatchback on the Sea to Sky to Squamish The Honda Civic Hatchback was just what we needed for our trip up to Squamish, onto Whistler and Pemberton. We had a fair amount of luggage, including cider for the Cooks Camp we were headed to and clothes and necessities for three nights of…

Whistler Cornucopia Tickets Going Fast

Cornucopia Brings Culinary and Beverage Talent to Whistler Don’t miss Cornucopia’s Signature Events, including the captivating Murder Mystery Dinner at Bearfoot Bistro and the exciting NEW Signature Event, Taste of Indigenous Worlds, hosted at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. Sunday, November 12, 7:00 – 9:30 pm | SLCC This immersive and all-inclusive event brings together…

Vancouver Chowder Chowdown!

Vancouver Chowder Chowdown Almost Sold Out  Calling all seafood lovers! Vancouver’s Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown is on October 12, 2023. With great food, craft beer, and an epic chowder showdown, this event is foodie’s paradise. The Vancouver Chowder Chowdown is set to feature twelve accomplished chefs, ready to battle it out for the title of…

2023 Vancouver Fall Home Show 

Home renovation, design, and culinary experts offer concrete advice at the Vancouver Convention Centre – West, until October 1, 2023 The Vancouver Fall Home Show unveils its top must-see attractions not to miss from September 28 to October 1 at the Vancouver Convention Centre – West. The Show has an exceptional lineup of trusted home…

Vancouver’s Interior Design Show

Interior Design Show Vancouver 2023 Consumer Day Programming Interior Design Show Vancouver (IDS Vancouver)  is the Pacific Northwest platform for all things design and the premier showcase of new products and furniture, superstar designers, and avant-garde concepts from North America and beyond, will return to the Vancouver Convention Centre West from September 21 – 24….

Air Canada Unveils Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2023

Air Canada Unveils Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2023 Longlist, Showcasing the Best of New Canadian Cuisine The 30 nominees for Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2023 were unveiled by Air Canada, welcoming a new group of restaurants to the longest-running Canadian restaurant awards. Since 2002, Air Canada has championed the country’s distinct culinary scene through its…

BC Food & Beverage Awards Finalists

MEET OUR BC FOOD & BEVERAGE AWARDS FINALISTS – CAST YOUR VOTE FOR THE WINNERS!  I recently judged the BC Food & Beverage Product of the Year and the competition was tough! Now’s your chance to give your input for the rest of the categories.  BC Food and Beverage is delighted to introduce the finalists for…

Canada’s Le Burger Week Returns for its Twelfth Year

Sizzling News: Canada’s Le Burger Week Returns for its Twelfth Year! Join the Bun Fun Pa(r)tty with Over 1000 Local Restaurants! Join the pa(r)tty and get your taste buds ready for the juiciest celebration of the year! Le Burger Week, delivered exclusively with DoorDash is back in town, and promises to be bigger, bolder, and…