You don’t have to head to the Okanagan for a wine-country road trip. This October, the Fraser Valley Wine Passport is back, bringing together wineries, cideries and a distillery across Langley, Abbotsford and Surrey for a month of tastings close to home. Running October 1 to 31, the passport includes 13 wineries, three cideries and…
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Yes Shef 2026 brings B.C.’s women chefs to the Fairmont Pacific Rim
Yes Shef returns to Vancouver’s Fairmont Pacific Rim November 18, 2026, with women chefs, tasting stations and mentorship at its heart.
Vancouver’s From Farms to Forks fundraiser returns Sunday with an all-star local chef lineup
Growing Chefs’ From Farms to Forks fundraiser returns October 4 with dishes from Lila, Dachi, Aiyaohno Café, Livia and more.
Don’t miss Negroni Week in Vancouver: where to drink one before Sunday
Negroni Week runs through September 27, with classic pours, inventive riffs and a few very good reasons to plan an early drink. There is something deeply satisfying about a Negroni when the evenings start to turn. It is bitter, herbal, citrusy and just a little bit dramatic: a drink that knows exactly what it is…
Your guide to the Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl
The Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl is a very good reason to gather a friend, choose a neighbourhood or three, and spend a day exploring the city through flaky, butter-rich pastry. It is self-guided, delightfully low-stakes and full of limited-edition creations that go far beyond the classic croissant. This year’s crawl brings together 35 participating bakeries…
Taste of Abby’s Bun Run Is a Delicious Fall Day Trip to Abbotsford
A self-guided pastry trail through Abbotsford From an apple crumble fritter to a cinnamon bun cupcake, Taste of Abby’s self-guided pastry trail is a very good reason to head east this September. There are plenty of reasons to point the car toward Abbotsford in fall and, since I happened to have a Nissan Pathfinder for…
Vancouver Coffee Crawl is back with a week of café takeovers, guided routes and excellent coffee
The second annual Vancouver Coffee Crawl is underway through September 27, with more than 30 participating cafés, special takeovers, guided neighbourhood routes and a wrap party in Coal Harbour.
Meet the B.C. Food and Beverage Makers in the Running for the 2026 RISE Awards
BC Food & Beverage RISE Awards 2026: Meet the Finalists Public voting is now open for the annual BC Food & Beverage RISE Awards, celebrating the brands, products and people helping shape what we eat and drink in British Columbia. There’s a lot happening in B.C.’s food and beverage world right now, and sometimes the…
The Sunday Edit: Martinis, masala and a very good pickle
A few things I ate, drank and discovered around Vancouver this week. Some weeks have a clear flavour. This one was bright, salty, a little glamorous and unexpectedly dill-forward: an anniversary party with a martini fountain, an especially memorable Indian tasting menu, a pickle festival and a run of drinks that reminded me how much…
The Sunday Edit: Vancouver food, wine and little discoveries
There is a particular kind of early September week I always love. The air changes just enough to make lunch feel like an occasion again, the kitchen starts calling for something beyond tomatoes and burrata, and the calendar somehow manages to be both full and full of possibility. This week, I found myself thinking about…
CinCin’s Farm to Table Dinner Celebrates BC Farmers and Producers
CinCin’s third annual Farm to Table Dinner returns August 25 with six courses highlighting BC farms, seasonal ingredients and local wine pairings.
Sip and Shop at the 2026 GranVino Wine Walk
GranVino Wine Walk returns to South Granville on August 15 with BC wineries, local cider, boutique shopping, dining and up to 15 tastings.
Dames Dine Around Returns for Two Nights of Dining Across B.C.
Tickets go on sale July 21 for special multi-course dinners supporting women in food, beverage and hospitality. Dames Dine Around returns this September with two evenings of special dining experiences at restaurants across British Columbia. Presented by the Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter, the annual culinary fundraiser takes place on Tuesday, September 15 and Wednesday,…
Why Food Day Canada Hits Different This Year
Canada’s table is officially set for Saturday, August 1, and this year’s message is beautifully simple: Choose Canadian Food First. Food Day Canada 2026 is officially over, but the celebration continues with Harvest Table – A Taste of Vancouver Islandon September 26 at Keating Farm in the Cowichan. We’ll report more once we have futher…
Soccer, Shakespeare, and Suburban Satire: Bard on the Beach Kicks Off with a Hilarious The Merry Wives of Windsor
Why Bard on the Beach’s Newest Comedy is a Must-See This Summer There’s a specific magic to settling into the tents at Vanier Park, glass of BC wine in hand, watching the sun dip behind the North Shore mountains while Shakespeare unfolds in front of you. It’s a quintessential Vancouver tradition, but let’s be honest:…
Terroir Symposium 2026 – The Food Event for People Who Actually Care About Food
Terroir Symposium 2026 There’s no shortage of food festivals that promise a good night out. You know the drill: massive rooms, tiny bites on toothpicks, a glass of wine in one hand while you try to take an Instagram story with the other. They’re fun, but they rarely leave you with much to think about…
Local Filipina Chefs Come Together for a One-Night Turo-Turo Dinner in Vancouver
Four local Filipina chefs will take over Kulinarya Filipino Eatery for a collaborative tasting menu celebrating Filipino flavours, culinary traditions and stories of home. This event has now ended. Read on for highlights from the 2026 event and information about the participating restaurants. Kulinarya Filipino Eatery is bringing together four local Filipina chefs for a…
Tofino Wine & Dine
Tofino Wine & Dine Brings Food, Wine and West Coast Flavour to Mackenzie Beach If your ideal weekend includes BC wine, coastal cuisine, ocean air and a little garden-party energy, Tofino Wine & Dine deserves a spot on your summer calendar. Sea Cider will be there so please be sure to come say hello and…
A Night of Celebration: Inside the BC Chefs’ Presidents’ Gala
BC Chefs Presidents Gala 2026 The BC Chefs Presidents Gala 2026 brought together one of the most dynamic and generous communities in the province, gathering chefs, industry leaders, and supporters for an evening that was as meaningful as it was memorable. The event celebrated culinary excellence, mentorship, and the people who continue to shape British…
Vancouver’s Fairmont Pacific Rim Hosts Global Cocktail Stars During North America’s 50 Best Bars
50 Best Bars Vancouver Events: Fairmont Pacific Rim Hosts Global Cocktail Stars Vancouver’s cocktail scene is about to get a serious injection of global talent. As North America’s 50 Best Bars returns to the city this April, Fairmont Pacific Rim is turning its bars into an international stage, hosting a lineup of acclaimed bartenders from…
