“To bee or not to bee” was the question in 2000 when VanDusen Botanical Garden installed four hives of honey bees as an aid to pollination. No one realized at the time that in addition to pollination, there would be a sweet bonus at the end of the summer. It turns out that each hive,…
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News from Vista D’Oro
Where did the summer go? It takes forever to arrive and in a flash it’s gone! We’ve been busy preserving all the fruit of the summer and are looking forward to harvesting the beginnings of fall starting with Italian Prune Plums this week. The heirloom tomatoes are now ripening in abundance and are available at…
MARKETPLACE IGA EXTENDS OCEAN WISE™ PRODUCTS TO CONSUMERS
LOOKING FOR SMART, SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD CHOICES Consumers have one more great reason to visit MarketPlace IGA—as a new Ocean Wise partner, MarketPlace IGA stores across British Columbia now offer Ocean Wise sustainable seafood choices, from Albacore tuna to Dungeness crab. Look for the Ocean Wise symbol on seafood-counter products and feel good about making ocean-friendly…
Pane e Formaggio – August 2010
August has arrived, the fireworks have ended, and BC Day long weekend celebrated. With so many festivals, events and things to do this summer — we have those “little extras” to make your summer celebrations taste great! Whether it be a picnic, a BBQ or just a quiet evening in the back yard or on…
Galloways Opens in Burnaby
Galloway’s Specialty Foods’ owner Annie Kara is proud to announce the opening of her 2nd location. The bright, spacious store on Marine Way in South Burnaby offers more than 9000 products, from black cocoa to red quinoa (keen-wa). For years, customers have trekked to the Richmond location for specialty food that offers the world –…
Ganache Patisserie’s – Seasonal Inspirations For Spring & Summer
Ganache Pâtisserie is pleased to announce its newest creations for this year’s combined Spring/Summer 2010 collection. Light and fruity, Framboise et Yuzu ($5.75) encapsulates a Japanese-style yuzu cheesecake centre, green tea ladyfinger sponge and fresh raspberries with an ethereal framboise mascarpone cream. Taking the best of red velvet cake and coconut cream pie, Coco Velours…
Loblaw Sustainable Seafood Campaign
As part of Loblaw Companies Limited’s (Loblaw) ongoing commitment to help educate Canadians about the challenges facing our oceans Loblaw has extended its in-store sustainable seafood public awareness campaign to all its participating corporate and franchised stores across the country. This public awareness campaign is in support of Loblaw’s efforts to source 100 per cent…
Tracycakes Returns to Fort Langley
Tracy Dueck, the owner of Tracycakes Bakery Cafe, is pleased to bring her popular cupcake cafe back to Fort Langley, the community where she originally opened her first location in 2006. The doors to Dueck’s third bistro-chic cafe will open on Friday, June 4th at 23170 96th Avenue in Fort Langley. A grand opening celebration is scheduled…
Granville Island Farmers Market June 3
Summer is just around the corner and Granville Island is buzzing. Beginning June 3rd, green-thumb enthusiasts, health-conscious consumers and savvy shoppers will enjoy the fresh offerings of one of the city’s top open-air markets. A cornucopia of home-grown plants and flowers will kick off the market finds in June. Discover the rich history and culture…
Get Your Fresh Spot Prawns!
The Chefs’ Table Society of BC would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all the Chefs’ Table Society members who attended the 4th Annual Spot Prawn Festival.The Spot Prawn Festival would not be possible without all of your support. This year’s festival was a huge success and we look forward to another great festival…
Vancouver Farmer’s Market News
East Van Location Update We’re very excited to announce that the relocation of the East Vancouver Market to the North Lot of John Hendry Park has been approved. Thank you to everyone who signed our petition and told their friends and family of our need for support. In consultation with the Park Board, City staff…
Vancouver Farm Market News
Market News Local Hero Award We’re excited to announce that we’ve been chosen by Edible Vancouver Magazine’s readers as an Edible Communities Local Hero in the Non-Profit Category. We’re also very honoured to be in the company of Ethical Bean Coffee, UBC Farm, Andrea Carlsen of Bishop’s Restaurant and our own A Bread Affair. Take…
Thomas Haas Easter Chocolate
For those on the hunt for all things chocolate, hop on over to Thomas Haas Fine Chocolates & Patisserie for a chance to win four spectacular one-of-a-kind delectable creations. Thomas and his brigade of artisan chocolatiers have once again designed oversized Easter themed works of art to fundraise on behalf of Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. Just…
Whole Foods Market celebrates the ‘re dei formaggi’ – Parmigiano Reggiano
One of Italy’s most famous culinary jewels, Parmigiano Reggiano, is taking centre stage at Whole Foods Market throughout the month of February as talented cheese mongers sharpen their skills for a variety of in-store tastings and the much-anticipated ‘parm cracking’ ritual! In an attempt to break its own Guinness World Record set in 2008, Whole…
Ganache Patiserrie Saint Valentine Velours Rouge
Ganache Pâtisserie is pleased to announce its newest creation for this upcoming Valentine’s Day. Saint Valentine Velours Rouge ($21.95) takes the simple Red Velvet cake to another stratosphere. Layers of moist red velvet cake are entwined with a dark chocolate passionfruit mousse studded with fresh strawberries and encased with a tangy cream cheese buttercream, and…
Loblaw Superstore Moves to Sustainable Seafood
Loblaw Companies Limited is giving customers in The Lower Mainland some food for thought by unveiling some changes at its fresh seafood counters in select stores today as part of its commitment to sourcing ALL seafood from sustainable sources by the end of 2013. Starting today, consumers at Real Canadian Superstore Coquitlam and Real Canadian…
Vista D’Oro Farm News
Happy Belated New Year! Hope you all had a wonderful holiday. Santa brought us a new equine friend for the barn, wave to Jesse next time your passing by, he’s the cute Paint (bay & white) pulling down fences in the back. We are busy in the kitchen working on the Winter Line. Blood Orange…
New from XOXOLAT (chocolate shop)
It’s a tradition that most of us make resolutions at this time of year usually involving big changes, sometimes even difficult ones. If your resolution is to eat healthier, we can help – after all, dark chocolate is one of the healthiest foods for you. No kidding, dark chocolate has almost 10 times the amount…
Vista D’Oro – 4th Annual Operation – Cookies for Kids
‘Operation – Cookies for Kids’ 4th annual cookie drive is well under way with Vista D’oro endeavouring to add to previous years’ total contributions of over $30,000 to the BC Children’s Hospital. The baking, gathering and packaging goes on all week with delicious donations from some of the lower mainland’s finest kitchens, beautifully packaged into…
Well Seasoned December Newsletter
CREATE DELICIOUS MEMORIES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH WELL SEASONED The holidays are here! Its time to celebrate the season and what better way than with fabulous gourmet food! This Christmas, bring your friends and family together to create lasting memories with indulgent treats and decadent meals that YOU’ve prepared! At Well Seasoned, we believe making…
