Introducing “Simply Cooked” in MARKET by Jean-Georges

 Karen Gin, chef de cuisine for MARKET by Jean-Georges has introduced a new Jean-Georges concept to Vancouver’s MARKET.  “Simply Cooked” is the new menu heading which offers a choice of fish or meat which is prepared simply – pepper and salt as the only seasoning – and then Market cooked with a side of Shisito…

The Glowbal Collection October Features

In step with the changing seasons, The GLOWBAL COLLECTION of restaurants is ushering in fresh dining deals at its six restaurants this month. glowbal grill steaks & satay and SOCIETY Dining Lounge are involved in this year’s ‘Taste Of Yaletown’, October 13 – 31. The promotion offers diners the chance to visit a variety of…

Fall Flavours at Fraiche

The warm, sunny days this fall have been keeping the farmers busy and providing us an abundance of locally farmed produce for our new Fall Menu that begins today.  Lois Lake in Powell River, Nicola Valley, Pemberton, and various regions in the Okanagan are the sources for some of our hearty new dishes. We have…

Introducing BierCraft

Stella’s Tap and Tapas Bar and Stella’s Bierstro, home of the best Belgian beer list in Vancouver, announces its plan to rename these restaurants to BierCraft Tap and Tapas Bar and BierCraft Bistro on October 20, 2010. “The new name reflects what we do best,” says Dean Mallel, owner of Stella’s/BierCraft. Over the last five…

Thanksgiving Out?

Well its already Friday, so if you haven’t made plans for turkey and all the fixings, here’s some links to some spots around town that will save you from destroying your kitchen and perhaps prevent another crazy night arguing over who makes the best gravy.  And if you are still intent on cooking, check out…

Zachary’s on Robson Thankgiving Deal

Zachary’s on Robson 121 Robson Street (@ Beatty) Vancouver, BC Zacharys On Robson On Thanksgiving Long Weekend come and join us for a Three Course Dinner! Friday, October 8th – Monday October 11th 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Three Course Dinner Menu: Butternut Squash Soup or Caesar Salad Roast Turkey with all the trimmings Pumpkin…

Teahouse for Thanksgiving?

With long summer days now a distant memory, for many of us, the coming of fall marks one thing – Turkey Time!   This weekend, The Sequoia Company of Restaurants, including the Teahouse in Stanley Park, is ready to unveil the highly anticipated Thanksgiving weekend menu.  On Sunday October 10th and Monday October 11th, the Teahouse…

Game and Wild Mushroom Festival

GAME ON, FIVE YEARS STRONG Andrey Durbach featuring Forest Fare from October 12th to 21st  For ten days in October, diners at cozy neighbourhood rooms Pied-à-Terre, La Buca and Cafeteria will have the opportunity to experience the earthy flavours of forest fare. Running from October 12th to 21st, Andrey Durbach’s fifth annual Game and Wild…

Six Delicious Deals, Six Fabulous Nights at DB!

Twofer Tuesdays – Burger & Beer for $19 Two great tastes for one low price every Tuesday.  Savour one of Chef Nathan’s gourmet burgers – Frenchie, Fromage or Classique – and an icy cold sleeve of local craft-brewed beer or less than $20.  Upgrade to the world-famous db Burger for an additional $10. Unwind Wednesdays…

“Just Like Dinner at Nonna’s House” Returns This Fall

A Series of Home-style Italian Meals Offered Tuesday Nights for $19 Just like Dinner at Nonna’s House, a series of home-style Italian meals offered every Tuesday night at 6:00pm for $19 paired with a pint of R&B Brewing Company’s finest, returns to Campagnolo Restaurant, starting October 5 and ending November 9, 2010. Every Tuesday night Main Street diners…

Red Card Sports Bar + Eatery Celebrates NHL Season Kick-Off

Hockey is Back Red Card Sports Bar + Eatery is set to kick off the NHL season in signature style when the puck drops on Saturday, October 9th. With eighteen high-def screens, a glowing cocktail bar, delicious Italian-style pizzas and an impressive beer list, the stylish downtown eatery is the place to catch all the…

THANKSGIVING BRUNCH OR DINNER, DB BISTRO STYLE

SATURDAY OCTOBER 9 – MONDAY OCTOBER 11 db Bistro Moderne Chefs Nathan Guggenheimer and Olivier Muller invite you and yours to share your day of Thanksgiving and his three-course Prix-Fixe turkey feast with a twist – a French twist that is. An a la carte Turkey Duo entree and regular menu service also available. Prix-Fixe…

Hamilton Street Grill “Sunday Services” serves up a Thanksgiving Feast

GOBBLE, GOBBLE, ORGANIC GOBBLE Sunday, October 10th – $25 per person Looking for a relaxed way to spend Thanksgiving with friends and family? Hamilton Street Grill does all the work for you with their “Sunday Service” series as this time around they are serving up a full thanksgiving dinner. If you want to join others,…

2011 CHINESE RESTAURANT AWARDS LAUNCHED

Craig Stowe, Director of the Chinese Restaurant Awards, unveiled at a Launch Lunch the judging categories and introduced the judges and sponsors for the third annual HSBC Chinese Restaurant Awards. The Launch Lunch, co-hosted by HSBC Bank Canada and Tourism Richmond, was held at the award-winning Red Star Seafood Restaurant in Richmond. “Last February, the…

Thanksgiving at The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – Brunch and Dinner

SAY NO TO DYI AND LET GRIFFINS RESTAURANT and MAKE THANKSGIVING AS EASY AS PUMPKIN PIE Bring Family and Friends Together at The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver  Staying in town for the holidays? Check. Having family and friends for dinner? Check. Strapped for time and preparations? Check. Relax – here’s your bird in the hand to…

News from Provence

Sitting on our seaside patio eyes toward the low-slung harvest sun, we raise our glasses in salute to our family, our friends and our city. The flash of a sun-kissed shoulder shrugged in resignation of the longer shadowed nights makes us laugh and pour more wine. We talk of sunflowers heavy with seed and the…

Fiasco Opening in Yaletown

It was only three years ago since I had moved to the wonderful neighbourhood of the trendy Yaletown. Quite often when you responded to the question “So, where do you live?” and your response was Yaletown you would consistently get the reaction of “Oh wow, what a great area.” In such a short time that…

Paris at Pastis

Cooking for Me, You and Barbara-jo Earlier this past summer, Books to Cooks’ very own Barbara-jo McIntosh published an elegant little volume entitled Cooking for Me and Sometimes You, A Parisienne Romance with Recipes. In it she tells the tale of a month spent in Paris – a month spent dining, shopping at the local…

The Fish House October News

Starting Wednesday October 6th, 2010 and throughout the coming winter months, join us for great pre-anniversary kick off yummy promotions! To reserve, call 604-681-7675 or book online at www.fishhousestanleypark.com WEDNESDAY NIGHT MAINS : 20 YEARS / $20* On Wednesday evenings, we’re celebrating our 20th anniversary by offering our six most popular fish and seafood entrees…