I have been out to Harrison in the summer for the Slow Food Cycle tour, and for romantic summer weekend getaways, but fall and winter also beckon me to this conveniently close getaway. Last year we escaped in October for a night at Harrison Hot Springs Resort and ended up staying for two, and this October I returned solo for a…
Category: Dine Out
Oyster Seafood and Raw Bar
LET THE SHUCKING BEGIN Oyster Seafood and Raw Bar quietly opened its doors last week and downtown Vancouverites are discovering a new pearl in the Vancouver dining scene. A small and charming room, distinctly focused on Ocean Wise seafood, Oyster blends the charm of the 1920’s with the upscale and modern influences of 2010. Housed…
November Means Fresh Alba Truffles At Mangia E Bevi
It’s That Time Of Year Again…The Truffles Arrive On Wednesday, November 17 Try Some Beef Carpaccio, Risotto Or Veal Tenderloin With White Truffle From Alba Shaved Right At Your Table Limited Supply Fresh Truffle Will Be Available Starting Wednesday Until Supply Runs Out Book Your Table Now And Be Sure To Mention You Are Joining…
Victoria’s FLOATING DESSERT SHOPPE
Known for its colourful floating homes, delicious fish and chips, and perhaps even for its resident seal, Victoria, BC’s Fisherman’s Wharf is a must-see. Now there is one more reason to venture down to this neighbourhood, The Wonderful, Wild, Whimsical Floating Dessert Shoppe. Open Monday to Sunday from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm, this new shop…
Emad Yacoub Awarded Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year, Hospitality/Tourism Category
The GLOWBAL COLLECTION President and CEO takes one for the team Emad Yacoub, the visionary behind The GLOWBAL COLLECTION of restaurants was honoured at the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2010 Pacific Awards, held on September 28 in Vancouver, BC, with the Entrepreneur Of The Year – Hospitality/Tourism category. Yacoub’s company – comprised…
Victoria’s West Coast Waffles
Visitors to Victoria, craving the delectable sweetness of a great waffle won’t have very far to search as BC’s capital city has not one but two new restaurants dedicated to serving up these savory and delicious treats all day long. West Coast Waffles, located in the heart of downtown and in Victoria’s Cook Street Village…
News From Beachside
A $25 Bonus…Just for you! This holiday season we could all use a little help with our budgets. That’s why we are giving you a $25 bonus each time you buy a Beachside Forno $100 gift certificate between November 1st and December 24th. That’s right, 1 for them, 25 bucks for you. To…
Public Carol Ship Cruise
Accent cruises is offering DAILY CAROL SHIP DINNER CRUISES . GROUPON TODAY (Nov. 13) Daily departures, dinner cruises starting at $34,95 p.p. All our yachts are decorated and you will enjoy music Carol song books and singing. The cruise is a must for residents and visitors there is not a better way to get into the…
News from Fraiche
This holiday season, treat your employees, friends, or family to the gift of a delicious meal at Fraîche and we will give you a little treat to keep all to yourself. Buy a $100 gift certificate between November 1st and December 24th and we will give you a $25 bonus. That’s right, 1 for them,…
Get a Fresh Start on the Day (In a Rocky Mountain Flatbread Way)
Pizza for breakfast? You bet. As of November 1, 2010, guests of Rocky Mountain Flatbread began enjoying their slice of the good life in the AM. Now open seven days a week from 8.15 a.m. on weekdays & 9.00 am weekends, the new breakfast menu at Rocky Mountain offers a fresh start for traditionalists and…
Au Petit Chavignol – new chef and new dishes
We would like to introduce you to our new chef Geoff Van Hassel. Geoff comes to us from Bishops, where he was formerly the Sous Chef. We are thrilled to have a great young talent such as Geoff join our team at Au Petit Chavignol, and we are excited to have his influence on our new menu. …
Darby’s Pub has just completed a face-lift
Darby’s is still the cozy neighbourhood pub, but refreshed and updated New Menu Featuringv24 Unique Burgers Chef Alex Rotherham has embraced the art of the craft burger.Choosing to ignore the standard formula of what a burger is and exploring some very original and unique ideas. A few of Chef Rotherham’s Exciting New Burgers: Ribena blackcurrant…
The Corner Suite Bistro De Luxe expands lunch and serves up a $21 three-course deal
Due to the popularity of its recently-launched lunch service, The Corner Suite Bistro De Luxe is introducing a new expanded weekday lunch menu with an unbeatable $21 three-course deal. In addition to their $10 soup & sandwich (or beer & sandwich) deal, The Corner Suite is offering up a new lunch menu of four starters,…
Brunch at the Waldorf
First Brunch this weekend! Here is a sneak peak at what is on the Menu: Breakfast Items Pancakes with Caramelized Quince, Honey and Cinnamon Whipped Cream Huevos Rancheros with Black Beans and Avocado over corn tortillas with a warm tomato-jalapeno salsa Poached Eggs, Crispy Serrano Ham, Manchego, Avocado and Tomato Salad Tortilla de Patata with…
News from Sequoia Group
EAT… Join us on Sunday nights for our festive Prime Rib dinner! Enjoy $25 slow-roasted AAA beef, or indulge in all the fixings with our $32 3-course Prix Fixe menu. Bon Appetit! DRINK… After a successful cocktail contest among our talented bartenders this summer, we’ve decided to make use our mixology skills this…
Steeve Rayé brings a touch of France to Kitsilano
Steeve Rayé brings a delightfully authentic French pastry shop to West 4th Avenue. Working in the fine tradition of French pâtisserie, Rayé, at his inviting new store, offers customers an exquisite selection of fresh pastries, beverages and specialty lunch items. From delicate, buttery croissants, to airy sweet macarons and succulent pain au chocolat, Rayé deftly…
Manlio Mocchi Introduces Via Veneto, Now Open
The cultural and culinary character of Northern Italy inspires new West Broadway restaurant, serving house-crafted pastas, soups from scratch, quality antipasti and freshly caught seafood in warm, relaxed environs. Vancouver, BC (November 8, 2010): Charismatic, accomplished and quintessentially Italian restaurateur Manlio Mocchi is back on the Vancouver dining scene at encore restaurant Via Veneto….
Yellow tail Reserve Tasting
I’m always up for a wine tasting that involves big Ozzy reds, so when Yellow tail rolled into town to show off their reserve line, I was keen to taste. I understand the consumer friendly regular Yellow tail line’s appeal, but for my palate, I find there is too much residual sugar in the bottle,…
Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts to Compete Again in the 2nd International Culinary School Tapas Competition in Valladolid, Spain
Whitney Wright is Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts’ (PICA) student tapas competition winner and will represent Canada in the 2nd Annual Culinary School Tapas Competition in Valladolid, Spain held November 6 – 11, 2010. For the second consecutive year a PICA student has been chosen to represent Canada in this live televised finals competition hosted…
Paris at Pastis Menu – Mushrooms from Nov. 9-14
Bistro Pastis’ Paris at Pastis Menus inspired by Barbara-jo McIntosh’s book Cooking for Me and Sometimes You, A Parisienne Romance enters its final week next week with a menu featuring mushrooms. It will be available November 9 -14, $45 for three courses. Bistro Pastis is also offering a special discount of 25% off its wine list…
