Urban Digs is having a party at the farm on Sunday to celebrate summer & the launch of the FarmCity Fresh Cart which officially hit the streets last week. Drop by any time between 4-10. Your $10 admission includes one free drink (beer or organic fruit soda), music & a tour of the farm. Re-up BBQ…
Summerdine Les Dames d’Escoffier
Join us on Wednesday, August 6th A “Summerdine” around from Les Dames d’Escoffier. Be part of an experience as a garden themed, single night, summer culinary event offers dozens of top (and some impossible to get into) restaurants across the province in a unique annual dining event. It’s a garden theme on the same night,…
Brunching at West Oak
There’s ladies that lunch and couples that brunch and I am a full patch member of both groups. On the weekends we have taken up the brunch ritual of late on what I call #brunchquest. We head out on our bikes or hop on the bus on less stellar days and spend some time over…
Lise Watier Bronzer
I’ve been fooling around with my make up lately and have actually found some great bronzer and blush all in one and a video that taught me how to use it. The bronzer is from one of my favourite make up brands, Lise Watier. I love their collections from the packaging right down to the…
Nacho Average Food Truck
I am so very fond of nachos. I love lots of cheese, guac, salsa, sour cream, the works. It’s not often that I do indulge, but when the craving does get out of hand I just do it. I’ve got teenage memories of The Keg Nachos with their layers of refried beans, and the fact…
After Hours at the Vancouver Aquarium
On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 from 6:30 to 10 p.m head to the Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park – 845 Avison Way for After Hours Cost: $25 for non-members; $18 for members (prices include tax) For more information and to purchase tickets: vanaqua.org/afterhours Contact Information: Vancouver Aquarium at 604-659-3400 Details: Come celebrate our biggest expansion ever at…
The Women of Top Chef Canada (season 4)
On August 23, 2014 Tickets here Last season Food Network Canada pitted the women against the men in Top Chef Canada, what did you think of the controversial direction they went in promoting the show? Join the women of Top Chef Canada, season 4, and find out what they thought. Mingle with all seven of…
Main Street Farmer’s Market Berry Festival
TODAY! You’re invited to come celebrate the bountiful berry harvest on July 16th at the Main St. Station Farmers Market! Enter our BC Berry Pie Competition, stop by a jam demo and check out the kids activities.BC Berry Pie Competition and we are judging! Vancouver’s best berry pie baker will be crowned! Entry forms available at…
BC Blueberries At Krause Berry Farms
British Columbia has more than 800 blueberry farms and the blueberries are already coming in for the season. You’ve still got some time to grab a box and try out all sorts of recipes from smoothies to pies as the crop will come in until near the end of September. This year the growing conditions…
The Fish Shack pops-up on the North Shore in honour of Harmony Arts Festival, August 1 – 10
THE GLOWBAL COLLECTION will present a Fish Shack pop-up restaurant in West Vancouver as part of this year’s Harmony Arts Festival line-up. The festival is the North Shore’s premier summer celebration of music, performances, visual and culinary arts, and takes place August 1 to 10 in West Vancouver along the waterfront on Argyle Avenue, from…
The Perfect Match Wine and Food
On August 29, 2014 learn the magic of perfect food and wine pairings your dinners into decadent experiences. Join Chef David Robertson at The Dirty Apron Cooking School and house wine for a class that will demystify the art of harmonizing flavours and uncovering what makes for a perfect match. On the menu: Warm Lemon-Chive Goat Cheese & Ratatouille Salad Smoked Sablefish with…
Secret Suppers of Vancouver: The world of Vancouver’s underground restaurants
“Secret Suppers of Vancouver” is a television documentary on Vancouver’s underground restaurants produced by Georgia Street Media, to be broadcast on CBC Vancouver this summer. The documentary is an exploration into the world of Vancouver’s underground restaurants through the lives of four chefs and their struggle to find their niche in the city’s food scene. It also explores the…
BC dine and vine: a celebration of local flavours
On July 25, 2014 join The Dirty Apron Cooking School 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. Each dish will be paired with its perfect wine mate, making…
Canadian BBQ at Whistler
BULLEIT BOURBON CANADIAN NATIONAL BBQ CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURNS TO WHISTLER BLACKCOMB WITH NEW TITLE SPONSOR AND A TON OF FLAVOUR, AUGUST 1-3 All-You-Can-Eat BBQ Dinners, BBQ Competitions and Live Music Make For A Food and Fun-Filled Weekend Grill masters across North America are putting the final touches on their BBQ sauces and smoking techniques as they…
Vancouver’s 1st Free Public Beekeeping Experience
Amacon & Hives for Humanity Unveil Vancouver’s 1st Free Public Beekeeping Experience at “Breakfast with the Bees” Milross Gardens Launch Just in time for the summer break, Vancouverites are encouraged to come explore the wonderful world of bees On Monday, July 14, representatives from Amacon and Hives for Humanity will officially launch the community Milross…
BC Day weekend Long Table Dinner
Forage and Fraser Common Farm celebrates Food Day Canada BC Day weekend often means great weather in the Lower Mainland with all sorts of fun, outdoor activities. On Sunday, August 3, join Chef Chris Whittaker at Fraser Common Farm in Aldergrove for a four course “Whole Hog” feast. The fun begins at 3:00 pm with…
Main Street Pie Comp AND Berry Fest – July 16!
Celebrate the bountiful berry harvest on July 16th at the Main St. Station Farmers Market! Enter the BC Berry Pie Competition or stop by a jam demo and check out the kids activities. We are judging! BC Berry Pie Competition – Vancouver’s best berry pie baker will be crowned! Entry forms available at any market info booth or…
CND Vinylux Paradise Collection
Just in time for the recent heat wave comes a collection of nail polish that’s just as hot as this insane heat – the CND Vinylux Paradise Collection. I am finally getting to spend time on my nails although I’ve had the polish sitting out waiting on my counter for some time now. I hope you have more time in…
Summer At The Parker
Delicious vegetarian cuisine has always been the thing at The Parker, and as always the summer menu is sourced by Chef Curtis from local farms, bringing the freshest ingredients to your plate. Why not sample through the menu with perhaps the ratatouille with heirloom tomatoes, sea asparagus and labneh or the daily house-made alkaline noodles with fresh summer…
Vancouver TheatreSports™ League Presents TripImproviser
Travel to The Improv Centre this summer for trippy comedy, July 3 – August 30 Vancouver TheatreSports™ League (VTSL) kicks-off its new summer show, TripImproviser, on Thursday, July 3. Inspired by suggestions from the audience and TripAdvisor reviews, the new show will parody travel experiences. From city to jungle, bungee jumping to bird watching, the…
