You know those underground dinners you always meant to attend? Well they’re back! Plate Invaders serves up a delicious vegan meals made with seasonal local produce in an intimate setting. On May 20/31 there are two seatings, the first from 6pm til 8pm, the second from 8:30pm til late. TICKETS If you want drinks, please bring your own…
Category: Lower Mainland Events
Visit a Greenhouse on BC Veggie Day May 23
Owners of British Columbia greenhouses are inviting their neighbours and customers to tour four Lower Mainland greenhouses on May 23 and to see for themselves how so much can be produced from so little, and for so long. To visit a B.C. greenhouse is to look through a figurative, and rarely uncovered, window and see…
Spanish Paella Party Vancouver
It’s on, the Spanish Paella Party in Vancouver, a celebration of the culture of this amazing country. June 13 from 2 pm until 2 aam at the Brockton Pavillon. Spain is trendy: Gastronomy, values, people, rich culture and joy of life have become global and everybody wants to know a little bit of it. Enjoy an Olive…
Brain Food Speaker Series with Whole Foods Market
Culinary Creators, Bloggers, Entrepreneurs, Activists, Authors, and Filmmakers all take the stage at the Royal Bank Room at the UBC Chan Centre to inspire and educate with their stories of food. Sun., May 31, 2015 at 11:00 am at Royal Bank Cinema The masterful minds behind Vij’s famous menus, Vancouver’s first cold press juice truck, the most authentic French pastry café…
Beauty Night For A Cause
TONIGHT! May 21, 2015! A unique night of mingling and networking combined with all your favourite beauty services. Drink wine and connect while getting a blow out, a Dermalogica MicroZone Skin Treatment, an RMT back massage, a make-up touch up and a manicure. Find out first hand how it feels to help the women of the…
Greasy Spoon Diner Supper
TODAY #3 in the Greasy Spoon Diner Supper Series featuring the amazing Chef William Tse’s! Chef Tse taken the diner concept in an exciting and unexpected direction with a menu which features classic Asian comfort food delivered with a fine dining spin. Guests can look forward to a feast that includes short rib, pork belly, dumplings,…
Community Closet Fashion Fundraiser for 4 Charities
CLEANING OUT YOUR CLOSET FOR GOOD! Vital Health Kitsilano is so awesome that they are hosting a Community Closet Fashion Fundraiser for 4 Charities. How can you help? Sort through your closet and donate to those who need it most. They’re accepting clothing, beauty items, jewelry, shoes and handbags Monday to Friday, 9:00-5:00 until May 24th at…
Vancouver Craft Beer Week
It’s just about that time! Craft beer appreciation is growing and what better way to celebrate than with 10 days of events focused on the craft beer community. Thousands of beer enthusiasts from around the world take part in Vancouver Craft Beer Week, which celebrates fine beer and extraordinary flavours, and will be held in Vancouver…
MERCATO at the Italian Cultural Centre
Starting Friday, May 15th from 3pm-7pm it’s the start of this season’s MERCATO at the Italian Cultural Centre! Our Farmer’s Market with Italian flavour will host 40+ local farmers and artisans, feature freshly made Italian food by Il Centro’s Chef Nevada, live Italian music, fun activities for children at the Kids Korner, a raffle to win a…
Cirque du Soleil is returning to Vancouver with Varekai
Cirque du Soleil is returning to Vancouver with a five-day engagement of Varekai, a captivating forest at the summit of a volcano inhabited by whimsical and enchanted creatures, at the Pacific Coliseum from May 20, 2015 to May 24, 2015. www.cirquedusoleil.com/varekai. Ticket prices range from $40 – $125 (subject to change). Synopsis Deep within a forest, at…
New Zealand Wine Tasting May 14, 2015
In every glass of New Zealand wine is a world of pure discovery. Join a variety of premium New Zealand wineries with over 90 wines at our exclusive annual tasting. Meet the representatives, taste their exceptional wines, and make our discoveries your own. Food Stations offering small samplings will be provided to enhance your New…
The Fourth Annual VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL TEQUILA EXPO
Well, well, well, the LA Times just reported “According to a 2014 study by the American Chemical Society (ACS), sugars found in the plant that makes tequila could lower blood glucose levels for people with type 2 diabetes, and help obese people lose weight, researchers say. According to the study, Agavins, a natural form of…
Vancouver Foodster Tasting Plates New West
Vancouver Foodster is at it again with a tour of restaurants and in the Downtown, Queensborough and Sapperton neighborhoods in New Westminster. This tasting extravaganza goes from 6pm until 10pm 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…
Vancouver and Kelowna GARAGISTE Wine Parties
JOIN THE GARAGISTE WINE PARTY! In 2015 the coolest winemakers are hitting are the road! Festivals scheduled in Vancouver & Kelowna! After the huge success of their inaugural SOLD OUT Festival last September at Meyer Family Vineyards in Okanagan Falls, Garagiste North has planned two Festivals this year! The first of its kind in Canada, ‘Garagiste North’ (The…
YEW Celebrates the City’s Vibrant Food & Wine Culture with Intimate “Six Sommelier Collaboration Dinner ”on May 20
YEW seafood + bar Wine Director, Emily Walker is bringing together six of the city’s most talented sommeliers to do what they do best – pair amazing wines with exceptional cuisine to the delight of our guests. Throughout the evening guests will experience a variety of wine regions, styles and expressions – expertly and personally…
Hester Creek Winery Dinner French Table May 5, 2015
Join the French Table and Hester Creek Estate Winery from the beautiful Golden Mile Bench. The price for the menu is $125.00 including tax but not service. Tuesday May 5th, 2015 Hester Creek Estate Winery Reception from 6:00 to 6:30pm with Hester Creek Pinot Blanc Dinner at 6.30 MENU Trebbiano – New Vintage: Smoked ahi tuna tartar, avocado sesame salsa,…
Masi at Sienna
We love Masi wines and who better to host them, but South Granville’s Sienna Restaurant? So good I even had my bday there last year! More info….. A Winemaker’s Dinner with Masi Agricola. “Modern wines with an ancient heart” Please join us on Wednesday, May 5th for a delicious evening with one of the best producers…
Community Pop Up A Family-Style Dinner
Community Pizzeria and Mike Scorgie join forces to present delicious, smoky offerings from the Community Pizzeria oven. Come enjoy hand-crafted dishes that are inspired by our shared passion for wood-fired cooking. There will be plenty of food, ample libations and great staff to make the night enjoyable. Featuring: Mike Scorgie, Founder Nomad Food Truck, Chef /…
Secret Location’s All About Mom Dinner
We’ve heard your Mom wants breakfast in bed, so instead of brunch this year, let her sleep in and instead join Secret Location’s event on Saturday May 9. This All About Mom Dinner is a special 10 course evening for $95 and we’ve heard she’d prefer this, over eggs benny any day! If you haven’t been to…
Pisco and Ceviche Tasting with Moonshine Tastings
How much fun will this be? TONS! This Sunday Chicha is partnering with Guy Stowell and Moonshine Tastings a pisco and ceviche tasting! Guy will speak about the Peruvian and Chilean versions of Pisco in his most entertaining way and will be pairing each pisco with Chef Shelome Bouvette‘s signature ceviches. So tasty! For $40 each guest will receive:…
