Wednesday, September 26th 2012 6:00-10:00pm 2240 Chippendale Road 604-925-7595 Fraiche restaurants’ Chef Jefferson Alvarez and General Manager Philippe Reigh have joined forces with local fashion designer Kim Cathers to host a fashion show showcasing her 2012 Fall/Winter line. Enjoy the exclusive launch of the Kdon Fall/Winter line while overlooking the beautiful panoramic views of Vancouver…
Category: Lower Mainland Events
France vs New World with House Wine
In one corner, we have a long-time champion, a country whose name is synonymous with wine. With centuries of practice, France produces some of the world’s most highly sought after wines. In the other corner, we have all of the New World regions: the ‘new-comers’. In the last few years, countries like Argentina, Chile, California,…
Wyndham Estate at Legacy Wine Shop Sunday Sept 16
George Wyndham became the father of Australian Shiraz when he planted the country’s first commercial shiraz vineyard in 1830. It was here, in his vineyard and house that is now a Heritage Listed National Trust Treasure, that he dedicated his life to creating full-flavoured wines. At Wyndham Estate the wines are about reflecting regional diversity…
Whole Foods Market’s Living Naturally Fair
Enjoy delicious all-natural and organic foods and sample products from over 55 vendors. There will also be plenty of entertainment, including live music and cooking demonstrations led by local and Whole Foods Market Chefs on everything from smoothies to pasta to food preservation. The fair is FREE and open to the public. Here are some…
Gold Medal Plates British Columbia
Can’t Wait for….Friday, November 16 2012 at The Westin Bayshore Vancouver Competing Chefs for 2012 Angus An Maenam Joe Campo The Westin Bayshore Vancouver Quang Dang West Mark Filatow Waterfront Restaurant & Wine Bar David Gunawan Wildebeest Lee Humphries C Restaurant Nicholas Nutting The Pointe Restaurant at Wickaninnish Inn (Tofino) Darin Paterson Bogner’s of Penticton Jeff Van Geest Miradoro at Tinhorn Creek Winery Taryn Wa Savoury…
Savoury, Spicy & Sweet Return of the James Barber Fundraiser
Cowichan Chefs Table and Providence Farm are pleased to announce the 2nd Annual James Barber Fundraiser will be hosted on Sunday, October 7th, 2012 from Noon till 4 pm at Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Road. Cowichan Chefs Table and invited BC chefs are hosting this culinary showcase in honour of the late James Barber, Canada’s Urban…
Dine with the Characters of BC Wine
Edible Canada at the Market, Granville Island September 19, 2012 – 6:30PM Tickets – $75.00 Enjoy the full wine country experience – in the city! BC VQA winemakers and winery proprietors will be at Edible Canada on Wednesday, September 19 for an intimate wine-paired dinner to discuss their latest fall releases. Hosted by Master of…
Campagnolo’s Quinto Quarto dinner
The staff at ROMA are hosting their third Quinto Quarto dinner on Wednesday, September 26 with two seatings available at 6pm and 8:30pm. Dinner is served “alla famiglia,” showcasing offal served at communal tables. Quinto Quarto refers to the “fifth quarter” of the animal (the offal) that Roman butchers often kept for themselves, as it was all the…
The Lower Mainland’s largest BBQ competition returns for a 7th sizzling year
2012 BBQ ON THE BYPASS TO ATTRACT THOUSANDS ON SEPTEMBER 16 Dozens of BBQ pitmasters and their teams from the Pacfic Northwest will set up camp in Langley on Sunday, September 16th for one of the community’s most popular events, the BBQ on the Bypass. The 7th annual free event has become known as the…
Dassai Sake Dinner at Minami
On September 12th, 2012, we will be hosting our first sake pairing dinner in the Blue Ocean private dining room. With a specially designed menu by our Executive Chef Matsuoka, we are showcasing the Aburi-style flavors with the world-renowned Dassai Shuzo sake brewery. This is Dassai’s first time doing a dinner in our beautiful province,…
Vancouver Urban Winery’s Vietnamese-French Feast
In the heart of Vancouver’s Railtown District you’ll find the first in a series of Supper Parties from the cellar floor of Vancouver Urban Winery featuring a 5 course Vietnamese-French feast prepared by Maria Huynh, Executive Chef and Proprietor of Chau Veggie Express and the brand new Satori Factory. Each course is expertly paired with…
Bittered Sling Bistro Season Two
“Bittered Sling Bistro” – a bi-weekly “POP-UP” food and cocktail pairing competition dedicated to pushing the boundaries of cocktail craft present Held at the beautiful Legacy Liquor Store in Olympic Village, Vancouver. This event is hosted by Kale & Nori’s award-winning mixologist, Lauren Mote and Chef Jonathan Chovancek. This is Vancouver’s longest running and biggest…
Tastes of April Point
Indulge. Experience. Taste. On the weekend of September 14 to the 16th, escape to April Point Resort & Spa and enjoy international and island wines, local cheeses, exotic teas, gourmet cuisine, Mediterranean olives, succulent oysters, chocolate, and biodynamic wines during this weekend of delightful indulgence. Weekend packages from $289 for Loyalty Club Members – A…
O! Osoyoos Celebrates Festival
Time to Shine at O! Osoyoos Celebrates September 14–16, 2012 The community of Osoyoos, at the very southern tip of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, is proud to present the first annual O! Osoyoos Celebrates festival, held from September 14-16, 2012. Honouring the wine, food and authentic culture of this distinctive community, the festival provides the…
Fraser Valley Food Show
Celebrating over 155 years of bountiful Fraser Valley harvests and food processing The Fraser Valley Food Show is showcasing the magic of food and cooking at the Tradex Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford, BC. Experience food both local and international, celebrity chef demonstrations, cooking competitions, sausage making competitions, cheese and wine seminars, Bite of the Valley participating…
James Barber’s Cookbooks on Sale!
JAMES BARBER’S PASSION We buy cookbooks in moments of passion. We want them to bring pleasure and give pleasure, along with joy and happiness and most usually, togetherness. (James Barber, Peasant’s Choice, 1994) Bringing pleasure and giving pleasure, joy, and happiness, and most of all togetherness is what James Barber’s cookbooks gave to him and…
From Farms to Forks 3
A Growing Chefs! Harvest Kitchen Party Sunday, October 21st at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts Early Bird Tickets $149 Sunday, October 21st, 2011 Doors 5:30pm Pacific Institue of Culinary Arts 1505 West 2nd Ave. For tickets call 778.885.1308 or email us to purchase directly, or purchase online. We’re bringing together some of the city’s most prominent chefs…
Gastown BBQ and Chili Festival
Raising funds for charity through a FREE BBQ & Chili for Charity Festival is all in a day’s work for the oldest Irish Pub in Vancouver, the Blarney Stone. On Saturday, Sept 1, and Sunday, September 2, 2012, the Blarney Stone is hosting a two day outdoor block party style BBQ and Chili competition &…
Gambado Dinner – Shooting Stars Fundraiser
Delight in divine dining, incredible deals, and a fun night! October 4, 2012 “In addition to swank auction items (think art, wine, trips, jewelry) there is something for everyone! Your dinner and auction ticket gives you… 5PM Pre-Dinner Martini Reception and Auction Preview at Performance Works, Granville Island (next to the Granville Island Hotel) 6PM 4…
Dinner in the Park for KidSport – By Sequoia Group
1st Annual Dinner in the Park Presented by KidSport™ Vancouver and The Sequoia Company of Restaurants Proceeds from unique event to support children’s sport KidSport™ Vancouver, together with The Sequoia Company of Restaurants, presents the 1st annual Dinner in the Park on Wednesday, September 12th, 2012 at Seasons in the Park in Vancouver, BC. Funds…