Hawksworth Restaurant presents a rare opportunity to join one of France’s most esteemed winemakers Michel Chapoutier, for an intimate winemaker dinner in Hawksworth’s private room on Wednesday June 20th. Chapoutier will personally host an incredible culinary evening, pairing wines from M. Chapoutier’s wineries in Australia and the Alsace region, with a five-course tasting menu and…
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Father’s Day at Le Parisien
June 17th is Fete de Pères at Le Parisien. Whether you call him Papa or Daddy, he is sure to enjoy the special prix fixe menu we’ve created that includes favourites such as Boeuf Bourguignon and the aptly named Pappardelle pasta with mushroom ragoût. Three courses for only $37. For brunch we are offering all…
Kale and Nori: Bittered Sling Bistro
*NOTE DATE CHANGE* TUESDAY INSTEAD OF WEDNESDAY Date: Jun 19, 2012 Time Tuesday, 7 to 930 pm Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table Phone: 604.331.7900 Email: info@legacyliquorstore.com PURCHASE TICKETS $60, includes HST and gratuity, 36 seats available. – Click Here to See Menu Menu: Hors d’Oeuvres: Hard spice chickpea fritter stuffed with dates,…
Grillin’ & Chillin’ with Dad at Lift Restaurant Brunch
Dads are King this Sunday June 17th with our man-size Father’s Day Brunch Buffet. From King Crab legs and prime rib to prawns, Belgian waffles with berries, and eggs benedict, enjoy a delicious line-up of surf, turf and more. Adding to the fun, you’ll notice a hot looking outdoor appliance on display when you arrive….
Dinner by Starlight, With Vikram Vij
DATE & TIME: Saturday July 7 @ 7pm LOCATION: To be revealed to ticket holders only 2 weeks in advance of the event TICKETS: $350/seat or $2500/table On the occasion of the Indian Summer Festival, Vikram Vij invites you to an exclusive dinner reception at a secret location with the icon of Indian cinema, Sharmila…
Tasting Plates June 27
Tantalize your taste buds at over a dozen fabulous East Vancouver restaurants! This evening tasting extravaganza goes from 6pm until 10 pm and is presented by Vancouver Foodster. Each restaurant will be serving up Tasting Plates for guests to enjoy and you will have a chance to visit many different restaurants throughout the evening, meet…
Night at the Aquarium
Night at the Aquarium is the Vancouver Aquarium’s signature gala fundraiser to raise money to benefit the Aquarium’s many education, conservation and marine science endeavors. This high-profile evening will provide Vancouver’s philanthropic and corporate leaders with a unique way of experiencing the Aquarium as the magical backdrop for a splendid gala evening. Guests are encouraged…
Undercover Wine Tasting – Wines Under $20
The Shooting Stars Foundation Presents the 8th annual “Undercover” An investigative wine tasting targeting wine with the most “bang for your buck” Sleuthing for wines can be a daunting experience, especially when looking for great value on a budget. Undercover brings out the best detective in all of us, be it Magnum, the Pink Panther or Get Smart….
Ring Girl & Ring Announcer Competition
On Sunday, June 24 guys and gals from the local service industry will get a chance to compete for a coveted spot as a Ring Girl or Ring Announcer for Restaurant Rumble 2012. They’ll get a chance to strut their stuff in the ring and show off their vocal prowess with a microphone. Restaurant Rumble…
Pinot Noir Around the World
From the heartbreak grape’s birthplace of Burgundy to its more recent success stories in Oregon, New Zealand and California, Pinot Noir has captured the hearts of winemakers and seduced numerous wine drinkers. Join the girls in a comparative tasting of Pinot Noir across the globe and discover this grape’s special charms. Besides visiting more established…
“All you Can Eat” Crab Feast & Summer Live Auction Fundraiser!
On June 15th 2012 at Burnaby Lake’s Rowing Club Pavilion, The Rotary Club of Vancouver’s Annual Summer “All you can Eat!” Crab Feast & Live Auction Fundraiser will be inviting 200 guests to join together to help raise funds to “Give the Gift of Hearing” to kids across BC. Tickets are only $45 – Call…
Second Annual Joy of Feeding – Sunday, June 10th at the UBC Farm
“Cooking is the doorway to caring about where our food comes from, taking care of our families, and taking care of our health. It connects our hands to our senses and to everyone’s hearts.” Meeru Dhalwala Celebrate and enjoy comfort foods created and cooked from the heart. Sixteen home cooks of different ethnic backgrounds offer you tastes of…
Show your love for mental health and be BRILLIANT!
Inaugural fundraiser features a hair, fashion, and make-up runway extravaganza – With special guests Margaret Trudeau and Symone Vancouver, BC – Volume Studio Ltd, together with Goldwell, are proud to present the first-ever Brilliant! fundraising gala on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 7 p.m. at the Commodore Ballroom. In support of mental health, proceeds raised will…
house wine’s 20 under $20
Summer is synonymous with BBQs, bocce and pool parties; impromptu guests often arrive for l’heure de l’apéro and end up staying the evening. It’s spontaneous, relaxing and rejuvenating. Get ready for some summer fun and join the house wine girls while they share their favourite wines under $20. From Vinho Verde and dry rosés to…
Ignite the Night; Rock the Wok
ROCKFORD WOK BAR GRILL T0 HOST SUMMER PATIO PARTY AT LANGLEY AND NORTH VAN LOCATION Rockford Wok|Bar|Grill, a fresh new take on Vancouver’s casual premium dining experience, has announced a unique lineup of summer patio parties to celebrate the season. Much more than canapés and drinks, their parties put a new spin on the popular summer past…
Imagine – Fundraiser for The BC Centre for Ability
BC CENTRE FOR ABILITY http://www.centreforability.bc.ca/ & JACQUELINE CONOIR SHOPPING NIGHT http://jacquelineconoir.com/ June 12-2012 6pm-10pm Jacqueline Conoir Showroom 164 West 5th Ave, Vancouver Hosted by: MANDY ROSS http://www.facebook.com/MandyRossOfficial Special Guests: RONNIE NEGUS (BC Centre Of Ability spokesperson, Philanthropist & star of Real Housewives Of Vancouver) SAHAR BINIAZ ( MISS UNIVERSE CANADA) donates Dress worn at contest for…
Maenam’s Chef Angus An Brings Thai Expertise To The Dirty Apron Cooking School
THAI TO CROSSTOWN On June 20th, The Dirty Apron Cooking School is excited to welcome guest instructor Chef Angus An into the kitchen for the ultimate Thai cooking class. Chef An, Executive Chef and owner of Maenam, Vancouver’s leading authentic Thai restaurant, will share his culinary talents with 22 lucky students. If you love Southeast…
Tableau’s Spot Prawn Dinner
TOAST THE TAIL END OF THE SEASON As British Columbia’s spot prawn season comes to a close for another year, Coal Harbour’s Tableau Bar Bistro is set to celebrate this truly local delicacy. On June 13th, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, the restaurant will be offering a special Spot Prawn Chef’s Table menu created by Executive…
2012 SWE – Rick Carl Memorial Scholarship Fundraising BBBQ
A group of long time Society of Wine Educators (SWE) members have put together a scholarship program, which annually sends deserving individuals from British Columbia to the SWE ANNUAL CONFERENCE featuring 3 days of seminars about wine, and supports candidates for certification in the wine education field. Check out the conference details at: www.societyofwineeducators.org …
Top Chef Dinner Sat June 9th
On Saturday June 9th Trevor Bird, along with Jimmy Stewart, Curtis Luk and the Fable crew, will prepare the meal Trevor created on the Top Chef Canada Finale (along with some surprises!). The meals will be paired with the amazing wines of Painted Rock Winery and John Skinner will be in attendance to speak to the wine….
