Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates in the hopes of winning the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships held in Kelowna in February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here is the scoop from…
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WildTale Coastal Grill
I first visited WildTale this spring and have since recommended the restaurant many times. Super fresh seafood, a good selection of oysters and a bright coastal feel make for a great meal. There’s a semi-private space for groups of up to eighteen, and a private wine room with 34 seats, and I am always being asked about…
Melissa McCarthy’s New Collection
Melissa McCarthy releases a clothing line and I take some items for a spin. This fall one of my favourite actors did more than put out a seriously hilarious movie, she released her own clothing line. We all know Melissa as from Mike and Molly, Bridesmaids and her latest film Spy but did you know she went…
Salt Spring Island Apple Festival
Get to know your Millionaires from your Lord Derby’s at the Annual Salt Spring Island Apple Festival Before apple trees were planted in the Okanagan Valley, Salt Spring Island was growing an assortment of the fruit as early as 1860. To celebrate, the Island holds a festival celebrating the apple with apple displays, pie sales and…
Road Tripping with the Honda HR-V
I’ve been driving a few sporty vehicles lately, but when I decided to take a trip over to Salt Spring Island I needed to bit of a larger ride to carry the inevitable excess of luggage, along with my friend Tess (and her bags), ample room for two others that I’d had planned to take…
Interview With Chef Sam Chalmers North Forty-Eight Gold Medal Plates Competitor
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates in the hopes of filling the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here is the scoop from Chef Sam Chalmers from north Forty-Eight…
TASTE OF TULALIP’S SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY
Head south to Tulalip for Taste of Tulalip and mix it up with America’s top chefs and sommeliers! We attended this last year and loved it so much we are back for the second year! This indulgent weekend at Tulalip Resort Casino allows you to savor flavors of exceptional food and wine and beer pairings and while…
Vancouver Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown
Top Vancouver Chefs. Sustainable Chowders & Craft Beer. Come Cast Your Vote. Top Ocean Wise chefs compete head-to-head in for the title of 2015 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown Champion: Vancouver. Taste all the delectable original chowders, paired with local craft beer, and vote for your favourite, all in support of sustainable seafood. All proceeds directly support Ocean Wise,…
Cocktails in Kitsilano
Some fun news from our favourite neighbourhood restaurants! Four restaurants in the Vancouver neighborhood of Kitsilano collaborate via Instagram to bring awareness to the growing cocktail culture forming in the neighborhood. For the month of November AnnaLena, Maenam, Mission Kits and Supermarine welcome guests to enjoy a craft cocktail at their establishments and Instagram a…
Hallow Night Spritz Cocktail
Gin, who doesn’t love it? Why not mix up something with a Canadian Gin in this Hallow Night Spritz cocktail from Ungava Gin! Taking its name from the expansive unspoiled region bordering Ungava Bay in northern Quebec, Ungava Gin is made from a combination of rare arctic plants and herbs that are harvested by hand…
Halloween on Main Street
If you are looking for more treats than tricks this Halloween, The Cascade Room, The Union, El Camino’s and Charlie’s Little Italian are all featuring their Halloween promotions on Saturday, October 31 — with lots of delicios food & drink specials. Instagramers can also win by dressing up and snapping a picture with one of the restaurants’ scary…
GUY-FAWKES-TOBERFEST New Westminster Re-Up BBQ
GUY-FAWKES-TOBERFEST: A Fanciful Un-Holiday for the Late Autumn blues We love RE-Up BBQ and are saddened to hear that a member of their team is having some serious medical issues. BUT, you can help by atteding this feast and entering a meat draw with funds going to the family in need. At the Guy-Fawkes-toberfest Re-Up…
Spooky Avocado Recipes
While we are not fully in Halloween Mode (apart from a plastic bat on the fireplace and the finding of Michael’s devil horns) I am still thinking I may at least whip up a few things tomorrow in honour of the occassion. I may even dig out my witch costume if I get motivated. Since…
Taste of Yaletown
There’s still three more nights to enjoy Taste of Yaletown! We’ve checked out a few spots and there’s still time for you to do so! Featured menus, special tastings and innovative pairings abound! Either $25, $35, or $45. A portion of profits from each meal served during Taste of Yaletown is donated to The Greater Vancouver…
#Modifry with McCain #SuperFries
McCain Fries Deserve More Than Just Ketchup While we love a good french fry dipped in ketchup, or even better with a little aioli, we decided to kick it up a notch and go for a slightly more posh topping for a recent dinner party! We featured Ocean Wise seafood in this “Seafood Poutine” and…
Fitness Fridays – The Dailey Method and Ice Breaker – GLV Spruces Up
Continuing GLV Spruces Up with The Dailey Method Studio Well it’s been a week since I started Dailey Method Barre and Cycle Classes and I’ve now been five times and have the stickers to prove it! (I’m also in the photo above, but WAY, WAY in the back – I swear). Keeping accountable is the…
TEDxVancouver 2015
TEDxVancouver 2015 is coming! Saturday, November 14, 2015 Link to purchase tickets: http://tedxvancouver.com/countdown/ 9:00AM-5:30pm at the theatre at Rogers Arena 800 Griffiths Way Vancouver Tickets: $99.00 TEDxVancouver returns for its seventh edition and will be the largest TEDx event in the city’s history! This year’s theme is ID – a unique focus on the conceptions and realities…
October 21 – Restaurants for Change
It’s TODAY! Dine at JamJar, Burdock & Co and My Shanti and support healthy food and food security. Restaurants for Change supporting food security! Restaurants for Change is an annual fundraising event that brings together some of Canada’s best restaurants to create change in our food system. On October 21, 50+ of Canada’s best restaurants…
Canadian Beef #GIVEAWAY with Hopcott Farms
Canadian Beef #GIVEAWAY with Hopcott Farms for a $100 GC to the storefront! Thanks to all for the votes! I had thrown my hat in the ring Canadian Beef Ambassador, but didn’t read the rules properly (girl has to slow it down!), so have had to withdraw for now, although I’ll still be rooting for keeping…
The Ultimate Lobster Experience Heads To Vancouver
We’ve partnered with Sam Adams to help spread the news about a series of tasty lobster dinners in Vancouver and Squamish! Chef Matt Dean Pettit of Toronto’s Rock Lobster Restaurants and cookbook author of THE GREAT LOBSTER COOKBOOK, in partnership with Samuel Adams beer, will be travelling to Vancouver, B.C., to collaborate with three talented…
