Have you been into the Hyatt Regency Hotel Vancouver of late? There are actually two great spots to dine, the more casual GRAIN in the hotel lobby and Mosaic Restaurant, merely an escalator ride away. Mosaic flies under the radar, but I’ve had some amazing meals there over the years, prepared by a number of different chefs. I used to work across the street at 666 Burrard Street, so it was rather convenient. Vaneats.ca has a wicked $27 3-course dinner deal on now, so what better timing to check it out? Chef Jo Ong was in when we visited and came…
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JOIN THE GARAGISTE WINE PARTY! In 2015 the coolest winemakers are hitting are the road! Festivals scheduled in Vancouver & Kelowna! After the huge success of their inaugural SOLD OUT Festival last September at Meyer Family Vineyards in Okanagan Falls, Garagiste North has planned two Festivals this year! The first of its kind in Canada, ‘Garagiste North’ (The Small Guys Wine Festival), celebrates the artisan winemaker creating commercially produced small case lot wines (under 2000 cases). An eclectic gang, they are a blend of passion and experience, new and old, the cult and the boutique, the virtual and custom crush—all gathered in one…
Well, I dished on some good foodie gifts, but I thought I needed to do one more guide on what to give Mom’s to help them escape from the kitchen as well, just in case your Mom should want to! Jeweliette Jewelry double sided Pearl Earings! Modeled here by one of our fav stylists, Nadia Albano. Love all their fantastic jewels. Visit them on Hornby near Helmcken before your next event and sparkle! Saje Ultrasonic Nebulizer $69.95 Add a splash of chic to any home with this ultra stylish and fun unit. Reduce dust and other common allergens while creating a pleasing atmosphere of…
Today we are celebrating Cinco de Mayo here with perhaps a margarita or two, some fish tacos and of course Avocados from Mexico are in the mix. They are on sale at IGA at the moment for 99 cents as a bonus, and you’ll find this Ocean Wise Tilapia we use there too! While many think May 5 is to celebrate Mexican Independence day (Sept. 16) , it is actually to commemorate the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. There’s your bit of history for the day, now go mix yourself a margarita…
It’s time to treat your Mama right this mother’s day. While you may not want her to spend any time in the kitchen on that special day, she’s certainly going to want to get in their quickly once you give her one of these amazing foodie gifts. From the top left to right: 1) All-Clad Copper Core 2Qt Saucepan SALE $179.95 at Cookworks. 2) The Beasty Box from Urban Digs is a “nose to tail” butchery box. We source locally produced meat from small scale farms like our own that practice sustainable farming methods. $175 3) Northern Divine Caviar 4) Epicure Mini Baker$17 -…
Miku is not only delicious, but also artistic. Thenew Japanese multi-course dining at Coal Harbour’s Miku Restaurant (70-200 Granville Street, Granville Square) introduces three Kaiseki-inspired menus. Considered an art form, Kaiseki combines meticulous preparation, beautiful presentation, and an air of mystery in one memorable meal. Balancing taste, texture and appearance, Miku’s three Kaiseki options, Shokai ($68), Kaisen ($88) and Aburi ($118), are served on handcrafted Japanese Arita plates meant to enrich the presentation by tying in to its seasonal theme. The Aburi menu, which requires 72-hours notice, specifically explores a variety of global flavours that go beyond Miku’s signature menu items.…
Some delicious news from Notturno in gastown! On Friday, May 1 Notturno be launching our new food and cocktail menus. New additions include the introduction of The Long Board – a daily assortment of terrines, pates, seafood and other delicious treats, as well as an homage to spring – Risotto Milanese with onion cream and ramp butter. Also new this month are four cocktails for adventure enthusiasts…or just cocktail enthusiasts…or just people who like tasty beverages. For the lightsaber-wielding cocktail aficionado we offer H’s May The Firth Be With You. As an ode to our friends south of the border, we’ve got…
2015 BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival I’ve attended this twice and am crossing my fingers to get there this year again! Such an amazing region with the freshest seafood and an abundance of excellent restaurants, wineries, and food experiences. For the 2022 Festival website and tickets. BC Seafood Festival The 9th annual BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival is the largest festival of its kind in British Columbia! Located in the Comox Valley, you can enjoy 10 days filled with culinary events, shellfish and seafood producer tours, celebrity chef demonstrations, and winery dinners that celebrate the bounty of the sea, coupled…
We love Masi wines and who better to host them, but South Granville’s Sienna Restaurant? So good I even had my bday there last year! More info….. A Winemaker’s Dinner with Masi Agricola. “Modern wines with an ancient heart” Please join us on Wednesday, May 5th for a delicious evening with one of the best producers of Amarone, hosted by J Wheelock, Brand Ambassador for MASI wines. MENU Serego Alighieri Possessioni Bianco 2012 Poached BC Spot Prawns lemon & parsley butter, baby fennel slaw Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese 2012 Crimini & Oyster Mushroom Risottotruffle emulsion, grilled leeks, manchego, porcini tea Brolo di…
Avocados are certainly one of the health foods we never have to force ourselves to eat, they are delicious and of course, not just for guacamole. This fruit (yes they’re a fruit and not a vegetable) makes it’s way onto our dining table in everything from salads, to sandwiches, to creamy smoothies, desserts, and of course, is a must for our guacamole. Avocados are full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and good fat. They make are meals more filling, and although they do have a fair amount calories, they are healthy calories and a little avocado goes a long way. Pair it…
Top Chef Canada finalist Connie DeSousa of CHARCUT Roast House and her colleague Jessica Pelland, the soon-to-be Executive Chef of Calgary’s most anticipated new restaurant charbar, were in town to collaborate with chef Andrea Carlson at Burdock & Co. as part of EAT Vancouver’s festival’s Dinner Series. We caught up with them today at YEW Restaurant where they were prepping for the dinner where they dished a little on what’s going on in Calgary and what they are doing while in Vancouver. I was hoping to be able to edit this file a bit more, but I’ve yet to master this task and wanted…
Yesterday we honoured many, sampled some tasty bites, and sipped wines from Noble Ridge and Blasted Church at Where Vancouver’s 19th annual Where to Dine Awards at Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar hosted by man-about-town Fred Lee. Each year. Where magazine asks readers to name the best places to dine in Vancouver and Whistler, and 21 of the 27 awards were based on readers’ selections. Highlights from the show included Chef Ned Bell’s announcement of a second boy on the way for he and his publicist and wife, Kate Colley Lo, Chef Hawskworth and Vikram Vij exchanging fond words, the food and…
How does your garden grow? We recently visited our community garden plot at city hall and are in the process of planning what we’ll plant this year. It’s a little bare right now! We just have a tiny spot so are fairly limited, but even with a little bit of land the tips below from Urban Digs come in handy. Thanks Urban Digs! Urban Digs Farm supplies families and chefs with trustworthy meat, eggs, and produce grown at their farm and by farmers they know and trust. AND good news, their farm stand opens officially this weekend on May 2nd. Urban Digs Farm is at 4992…
Speed Rack- the Canadian Female Bartending competition with 100% proceeds supporting Breast Cancer is at EAT! Vancouver at BC Place May 2nd in the private banquet ballroom. Entry Gate A at BC Place Stadium. Watch as Canada’s best female bartenders compete for the coveted Speed Rack title and enjoy complimentary cocktails during the event. Speed Rack ticket includes: Entry to EAT! Vancouver at BC Place May 2nd from 10am-9pm. Entry to Speed Rack Event from 1pm-4pm in the private banquet ballroom accessible for Speed Rack ticket holders only Complimentary cocktails during the Speed Rack event. SATURDAY May 2nd, 2015 1:00 pm…
Choices Markets is proud to be presenting sponsor of the 2015 Veg Expo! VEG EXPO is a Vegan & Vegetarian inspired event taking place on Sunday May 31st, 2015 at 999 Canada Place. Bringing it back to basics of how you should look at food. Discover the benefits of a plant-based diet, sample and discover new products and services you can implement into your lifestyle and to meet others that share the same passion. This year’s topic of discussion is Green Sustainable Living, reducing our ‘FOODPRINT’ by supporting local products and businesses. VEG EXPO will be a day for the…
CONNIE DESOUSA, JESSICA PELLAND AND ANDREA CARLSON AT BURDOCK AND CO Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Canada’s top women chefs as they join forces for one night to highlight the fact that Canadian female chefs not only belong in the kitchen, they OWN the kitchen. Chef Connie DeSousa, affectionately known as the “primal ballerina” because of her years of formal dance training combined with her meat-centric culinary cuisine, is the co-owner of Calgary’s well-known and critically acclaimed Charcut Roast House. DeSousa and her partner John Jackson are opening their new venture, Charbar, this spring and have appointed rising culinary star…
Ask for Luigi wins Restaurant of the Year and Vikram Vij is named Chef of the Year Congrats to all winners and nominees for the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards. We missed the celebration this year (again), but were there in spirit! Thanks to the diligence of a few key tweeters, notably food reporter Erin Ireland of It’s to Die For, we followed along! Ask For Luigi, took home four Golds including Restaurant of the Year, Best Casual Restaurant, Best Casual Italian, and Best New Restaurant. (Taken from the Press Release) Chef of the Year was awarded to Vikram Vij who…
Wednesday, April 22nd, The Social Concierge and ABSOLUT Elyx invite you to the reverie as 1222 Hamilton opens its doors for one night only, lit by hundreds of candles. Celebrate Earth Day with a sophisticated twist. The third annual Candlelight Club soirée features exclusively live acoustic music accompanied by contemporary dancers. Enjoy craft cocktails using garden fresh herbs crafted by the finest mixologists in the city. And of course, the evening’s libations will be complimented with custom, local raw bites. Candles are lit at 8PM and stay illuminated until late. Tickets are $25 and include a complimentary welcome craft cocktail. Click here…
Long live the King! On Monday, April 27, 2015, The District Brasserie, the local foodie hotspot specializing in traditional Dutch fare with West Coast flair, is bringing a taste of King’s Day to North Vancouver. One of Holland’s biggest national celebrations, King’s Day holds special resonance for The District’s Dutch-born owner and head chef, Paul Mon-Kau. Looking to knock back a cold one in the name of the Netherlands? Stop by with a group of good people and dine like the Dutch with 20% off hand-picked traditional dishes and $2 off select drinks. The District’s famous Patat Friet The Dutch…
TOMS bag collection launch events in Vancouver. Friday, April 24 from 7 pm to 9 pm at Hangers Jeans, located at Park Royal South (upstairs) or Saturday, April 25 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Twigg & Hottie, located at 3671 Main Street TOMS new bag collection is the fourth One for One giving initiative from the TOMS family of products. For every bag purchased, TOMS will help provide a safe birth for a mother and baby in need. Dr. Shira Shafir (Director of Social Innovation and Impact at TOMS) will be at the event to discuss Maternal Health around the…
