Artigiano Roasting Co. to Host Western Regional Barista Championship

Barista Championships and after party open to the public.  GLV Artigiano Roasting Co. is poised to welcome baristas from all over British Columbia as it hosts the annual Western Regional Barista Championship, one of the Canadian coffee industry’s premier events. On September 28th and 29th, 2013, some of Canada’s top baristas will compete against each…

Kale and Nori Bitter Sling Bistro

Check out Victoria Bartender Shawn Soole at this cockatial and food pairing event at Legacy Liquor Store.  Great cocktails and a smartly planned 3 course menu. – GLV October 15, 2013 Shawn Soole, Little Jumbo (Victoria), sponsored by Renaissance Wine Merchants (Chartreuse, Fernet Branca & Carpano) Bartender: Shawn Soole, Little Jumbo (Victoria) Proudly sponsored by…

Celebrate the Harvest

One of my fav Chef’s, Trevor Bird of Fable Restaurant, is cooking up a dinner at UBC Farm as  a fundraiser for Backpack buddies, a program sending food home for weekends for needy students. I’d be there if not away.  Great chef and great charity. – GLV Date: Saturday September 28th, 2013 Time: 4pm-9:30pm Location: UBC Farm Cost: $100…

Southland Farms Pumpkin Patch

Looking for somewhere to take the kids and pick a pumpkin!  Head to Southland Farms Pumpkin Patch for u-pick – GLV Pick a pumpkin, play with our friendly farm animals, explore the Old Apple Orchard,  and learn about where your food comes from. This isn’t your standard hectic pumpkin patch visit… About the field trip:…

Food and Food Economics at the VIFF

The Vancouver International Film Festival is in town and there are many films that will do more than just entertain.  A few of these highlight that need to examine food production, eocsystems, and sustainability, and a few examine the human aspects and human dilemmas behind food production.  – GLV Aatsinki: The Story of Arctic Cowboys…

‘Pig-out’ at Catch 122 – Thursday, September 19

Catch 122 is hosting a ‘Pig-Out’ event on Thursday, September 19 and serving dishes from different parts of a whole pig, accompanied by a beer from Parallel 49 Brewery, and live music from David Morin. Tickets for this event are $30 per person. Reservations are highly recommended. Call 604.731.3474 to reserve. http://www.catch122.ca/specials/      

Falconetti’s Chef Off: Chef Jamie Birtwistle VS Chef Shaun Snelling

ROUND ONE!!!! Tuesday, September 24, 2013 It’s the ultimate cook off! Who will be the King of the Falconetti’s kitchen??!! JAMIE BIRTWISTLE VS CHEF SHAUN SNELLING Let our Rooftop Patio be the ultimate setting for this show down. Right before your very eyes, these two chefs will prepare a 5 course meal for you. That means…

BC Dine and Vine: A Celebration of Local Flavours

The Dirty Apron and house wine for a night of BC food and wine pairings you won’t soon forget. Revel in cooking with local ingredients while you sip Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Syrah as well as a sparkling and dessert wine. The class will start with BC Spot Prawn and Yuzu Ginger Vegetable Gyozas. Next, Crispy BC Duck…

AFTERNOON OF FASHION, CHAMPAGNE & OPERA Benefiting Breast Cancer Foundation

Join us Sunday September 29th, from 2-4, for a fabulous ladies afternoon featuringexclusive, one-of-a-kind designs, from Film and International Designer Maryam Asgari – In support of Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – BC/Yukon Region Featuring two fashion shows with Maryam. Complimentary champagne and canapes, a silent art auction, and piano with opera. Collection one will showcase Maryam’s elegant,…

16th Annual Whole Foods Market Living Naturally Fair

Some great food sampling, food demos, free yoga Sunday a.m. Get healthy this fall with @wholefoodsvan – GLV When: Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15 from 10am-5pm  Where: Whole Foods Market Robson: 1675 Robson Street What:Living Naturally Fair is our annual fair featuring fresh food, new dishes, and our favourite products! Live Music presented…

Sharing Farm Canning Classes

Can you can?  Head out to Richmond and learn from Good Girl Bad Girl Preserves! GLV The Sharing Farm (The Sharing Farm Society) produces food for the Richmond Food Bank and brings together people concerned about our local food systems and our communities.   This season they’ll be hosting Sunday classes and they start this…

Steveston Sustainable Seafood Festival

Great way to spend a Saturday learning more about fish!  Note Karen Barnaby is doing demos. GLV September 14 – Best Catch Sustainable Seafood Festival Celebrate the bounty of the ocean in the historic fishing village of Steveston, during the second annual Best Catch Sustainable Seafood Festival on Saturday, September 14. Hosted by the Gulf…

Il Palazzone Wine Dinner at CinCin

Save up your dollars if you are a fan of Brunellos for this decadent dinner! (it’s $400 but including reception, 5 courses, wine pairings, taxes and gratuity BUT 50% of proceeds will be donated to Stand Tall Education Network) – GLV PR – On Thursday, October 24th, CinCin will host one of the most exclusive wine dinners to be convened in…

Mollie Katzen at The Farmer’s Apprentice with Books to Cooks

I learned to cook with Mollie Katzen’s books!  This event will be epic! I am there.  GLV Mollie Katzen was the first celebrated cookbook  author to cross our threshold at Books to Cooks, sixteen years ago.  We were a mere three weeks old, not ready to host a grand event, but we made her lunch, and…

UBC Apple Festival October 19-20, 2013

A family event for all ages, the UBC Apple Festival celebrates one of British Columbia’s favourite fruits. From children learning about the diversity of apples to those who remember tasting heritage apples in their youth, the Apple Festival is a great opportunity to not only discover more about this delicious fruit, but have a whole…

Hawkers Market East Van Studios

Saturday September 28th Hawkers Market will be back at East Van Studios. Get tickets at   hwkrsmrkt.eventbrite.ca Stay tuned for details and our lineup of Hawkers! Tickets $10 in Advance and $15 at the door.

14th Annual “Wine’d Up” Gourmet Dinner & Auction in Support of Whistler Search & Rescue

Whistler Search and Rescue Society (WSAR) will hold their 14th annual gourmet dinner and auction, “Wine’d Up”, on Saturday, October 19th, 2013 Attendees at this popular event will enjoy an evening of outstanding cuisine prepared by four of Whistler’s best chefs,  plus a special appearance by the event’s founding chef, Chef Bernard Casavant.  The five-course…

Parallel 49 Beer at The August Jack

We recently dined at The August Jack and want more! What better way to do so than a brewmaster dinner with one of our favourite very local breweries, Parallel 49 Brewing.  Just hope we’re back from the Cowichan in time for this.  GLV 4 course and 4 beers with Graham With. We’ve also hear that  a…

Fall Events at Tinhorn Creek Winery

Some excellent #BCWine events coming up at Tinhorn! GLV PR – Falling in Love with Harvest Season at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards Summer’s nearly over but harvest time is just around the corner and the change in season marks a happy time of celebrations, family-style dining and making the most of the South Okanagan’s natural bounty…

Making Great Sausages – Sausage 101 with Well Seasoned

September 29 at Stuffer’s Supply – THE sausage making experts! Students will meet at Stuffer’s before 11 am. 22958 Fraser Highway Langley (just east of the Langley hospital on the south side of the street) Reno DeGianni brings years of experience and knowledge from traditional “Old World” methods of Italian sausage making. With his guidance and…