The Ultimate Block Party

You may not own one but that doesn’t mean you can’t come out to enjoy the day with BMW and check out the new models. In fact on Saturday, June 7th there are TWO PARTIES and one’s completely free.   1) 10am to 4pm: The Ultimate Block Party   Fun for all ages with entertainment including…

Chef Danny Smiles Sets Sail

Chef Danny Smiles, chef de cuisine at Le Bremner in Montreal is representing Canada this year at the 14th annual S. Pellegrino Cooking Cup held in Venice, Italy on June 13th and 14t—the first time a Canadian chef will compete in the event.  One challenge will be is creating an award winning dish in a…

The VCBW Beer Festival presented by CRAFT Beer Market

Still a few tickets left for this Friday June 6 4:00-9:00pm 35 (+ taxes & fees) After a week of amazing events it’s finally here, the event you’ve all been waiting for, the Signature Event of all Signature Event’s – the VCBW Beer Festival presented by CRAFT Beer Market! We’re going to spend an epic…

Four Winds Brewing Company Saison

This beer is amber in colour with a slight haziness and creamy head. On the nose there is a hint of grass and herbs, floral, apricot and banana aromas. Rather mild body with a sweet entry lots of fruity flavours, some pepper, coriander, wheat and a slightly bitter finish. Well balanced. Brewed with aromatic Noble…

Italy’s Classic Style Returns to Vancouver’s Italian Day on The Drive

All things ‘Made in Italy’ set to take over Commercial Drive On Sunday, June 8, 2014 from 12-8 pm Commercial Drive will be transformed for the 5th Annual Italian Day. This year’s Italian Day celebrates everything that makes Italy unique – many of which are found in our very own backyard. Location: Commercial Drive (which…

VCBW Feature In Da pourHouse Beer Dinner

Still a couple tickets left for this fab Vancouver Craft Beer Week Event! Tuesday June 3 7:00-9:30pm 75 (+ taxes & fees)   Pourhouse & Friends have teamed up again to showcase what they do best: award-winning beers, a delicious family-style dinner, and the high-end service you’ve come to expect from one of Gastown’s favorite…

Steel and Oak Brewing Co. Opening Soon

Venture out to New Westminster and you’ll soon be able to sample right from the tap at Steel Oak Brewing Co. It’s fitting that the city be home to a new brewery as it’s history of brewing dates back to the 1800’s and continued until 2005 when one of the big guys shut its doors….

Bridge Brewing Company Wunderbar Kolsch

Kolsch’s are a German hybrid of ale and lager and this one tows the line using German noble hops in the fermentation. Cloudy and straw in colour, the beer is malty and yeasty like fresh baked bread with some fruity and floral and citrus notes on the palate. Medium body, with mild herby bitterness and…

Graze & Gather Farmers Food Drink

Head out to Coast Appliances in Surrey this Sunday for a fantastic grazing event full of delicious Food, Beverage and Music! 8 Chefs 8 Farmers 8 Libations in 6 amazing kitchens Meet the Chefs who prepare your food, the Farmers who grow it and the Wine Makers who enhance it! SUNDAY JUNE 8, 2014 6…

The Blackbird Public House & Oyster Bar

I love a good oyster bar, even if oysters are the only forte. However, when there is the addition of a cocktail program, a serious scotch selection and a menu that showcases local products, I’ll spend more than a few moments checking it out. Recently I lunched at such a place – The Blackbird Public…

EAT with theChefOutWest

Longtail Kitchen proudly welcomes Chef Josh Gale, TheChefOutWest, to present his westcoast flair and fare. Join us for an evening of fun, friends and food on June 10th. Tickets are limited. Price is $75 and includes wine pairings from Serendipity Winery. TICKETS! Menu Spot Prawn Ceviche mango, chili, lime Poached Salmon pork belly, couscous, tomatoes,…

Get to Know Your Beer with the Prud’homme® Beer Enthusiast (Level I)

STARTS June 1 for 4 weeks, 2014! Join the Eureka Beer Guide and take the introductory course in beer education. The focus will be on brewing ingredients and processes, tasting concepts, pouring and serving concepts (including an introduction to draught systems) and food and beer pairings. Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of brewing…

The Butcher and the Bar – A Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea

Poppadoms is spicing up Father’s Day with a one-off Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea. Drawing on inspiration from the Dosanj family’s English roots, the lunchtime menu will follow the theme of a ‘Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea’, which, unlike a regular Afternoon Tea, is filled with meat and cocktails, all with an Indian-inspired twist. This collaboration will bring together…

Just Like Dinner at Nonna’s at Campagnolo

Looking for a deal this spring? This dinner series promises tasty value. Chef Nathan Lowey of Campagnolo Restaurant is determined to end the season with a sweet finish by bringing back the popular supper series: Just Like Dinner at Nonna’s. Every Tuesday night in June, Campagnolo Restaurant will serve up a hearty, classic Italian meal…

What to Eat & Drink at Eat! Vancouver Food + Cooking Festival

Take at least a quick break from the sunshine this weekend and check out EAT! Vancouver Food + Cooking Festival at BC Place Stadium on May 30, 31 & June 1, 2014. Time it right and you can catch Lynn Crawford, Chuck Hughes, and Vikram Vij on the Food Network Celebrity Stage, along with Ned…

CONTEST CLOSED #Giveaway Muskoka Brewery VCBW Tickets and SWAG Worth $150

CONTEST CLOSED – Congrats RHANDI! Venture off the Beaten Path with Muskoka Brewery! Muskoka Brewery and Good Life Vancouver are taking the road less traveled, and want to give you a chance to join in on our craft beer adventure. To celebrate the CRAFT Beer Market with the launch of Muskoka’s latest all-natural, refreshing IPA,…

Beasts of Bourbon at The Little District

Bourbon, barbeque and bold flavours to reign supreme from June 1-15, 2014 Celebrate 13 top-shelf bourbons from across the United States. Starting with daily bourbon offerings at $2 off; June 14 & 15, 2014 all 13 brands will be available at the feature price. “Our mission is to change people’s fear of this sorely misunderstood…

Best of the Northwest Beer Fest

Liberty Merchant Company proudly presents the 1st Annual Best of the Northwest Beer Fest tasting event. This Liberty-sponsored event is in support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society, which helps provides food for up to 25,000 people in need each week. All proceeds from both ticket sales and draw prizes directly support the GVFBS….

Casks For A Cause

Here’s your chance to sample new beers and contribute to BC Children’s Hospital at the same time. Just sky train out to 22nd station and hope on the free shuttle! Frankie G’s Pub, Craft2Draft, CAMRA South Fraser presents… CASKS FOR A CAUSE A local craft beer event in support of BC Childrens Hospital. This hospital is…

Battle Royal Total Beer Glory

Four BC breweries battle it out in the Doolin’s ring for TOTAL BEER GLORY! Whoever sells out their keg first will reign as a Doolin’s featured tap for all of June. Plus extreme bragging rights! This boxing ring style event will feature some of Vancouver’s great Craft Breweries to celebrate Vancouver Craft Beer Week! Featuring…