Vancouver’s Most Spirited Festival Announced Introducing British Columbia’s Premier Micro-Distillery Festival: BC Distilled On Saturday, May 10, 2014, sixteen of the province’s leading small-batch distilleries plus one from the Yukon, will descend on Vancouver along with their gin, vodka, whisky, and other fine spirits and liqueurs for BC Distilled – British Columbia’s premier micro-distillery festival. Bottles of local artisanal spirits have…
2014 James Beard Award Awards
The list is long this year, but we plan on getting through at least part of this reading and eating list. GLV The 2014 James Beard Awards will be held in New York City in May. The Book, Broadcast, and Journalism Awards ceremony will take place at Gotham Hall on Friday, May 2, with the James…
Canadian Craft Beer & Oyster Pairing Competition: Request for Entry
Which Canadian Craft Beers pair best with Oysters? The inaugural Canadian Craft Beer & Oyster pairing Competition will be held on April 25th, 2014 during the third annual Osoyoos Oyster Festival. The competition is sponsored by Sprit Ridge Vineyard Resort and Spa, Flavours World, CAMRA Vancouver, BC Craft Brewers Guild and Codfathers Seafood Market, and will…
Cherlyn Skincare Beauty Care Line
When it comes to washing and moisturizing our skin we take the same scientific approach as we do with baking; buy top quality ingredients and follow the directions. As such we were enthused to discover a natural Canadian skin care line from Cherlyn Skincare including Cherlyn™ Purifying Cleanser, Cherlyn™ Clarifying Serum, and Cherlyn™ Bio-Restore Cream, all made with botanical…
Kessel & March Serves Up Parallel 49
Join Kessel&March on March 30, 2014 for a Sunday night of dinner and excellent beer. RSVP soon before you’re out of luck and bring your appetite for Chef Tony Marzo’s skillfully served dishes.
Cowichan Chef’s Table for MS Luncheon
On Sunday March 30, 2014 an amazing group of Cowichan Chefs will gather to serve up a multi course meal from 1-5 pm at Duncan’s Providence Farm. Tickets are $125. Every course will be designed by a different chef and paired with a wine from the region. To book your tickets email Vanessa.martin@mssociety.ca or call 250-748-7010. Chefs on board…
St. Patrick’s Day Vancouver
March 17, 2014 falls on a Monday this year, but that needn’t keep you raising a pint or two in celebration of Irish luck. The Irish Heather “No Cover, No Green Beer, No Plastic Clover” is the mantra at the Irish Heather as they celebrate their 18th St. Patrick’s Day since opening the Irish Heather’s doors in…
St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail A Thorn Among Kings
St. Patrick’s Day calls for all things Irish. We’ll be noshing on some corned beef and cabbage, and sipping good Irish Whiskey. This Irish Whiskey Cocktail is brought to us by Trevor Kallies of Donnelly Group. A new-style of Irish whiskey cocktail: A Thorn Among Kings 2oz Red Breast Irish Whiskey 1oz Dubonnet 2 Dash…
Dish n’ Dazzle with Wines of NZ and the BC Hospitality Foundation
Food, New Zealand wines and cocktails will reign supreme on May 1, 2014 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Presented by BC Hospitality Foundation (BCHF) and New Zealand Wine guests will sip over 80 wines from 20 wineries all paired with food from 12 of Vancouver’s best restaurants. Vancouver top cocktail stars will be on hand to compete and there’s also…
Quirky Wines at Burdock & Co
If you’ve ever wanted to try some interesting Italian Tipples now’s your chance as Chef Andrea Carlson hosts Matt Sherlock of Sedimentary Wines on March 24, 2014 to guide guests off the well-worn path of red and white to explore the world of orange wines. Orange wines are created using ancient traditional techniques not commonly used in modern times;…
Rum & Chocolate at the Shameful Tiki
How about some rum and chocolate with the Shameful Tiki, Riadh Aine of Bumble & Oak Chocolates, Moonshine Tastings, and local bartender Shea Hogan. Enjoy tiki cocktails, chocolates and get your rum on! “The Shameful Tiki Room“ Rum, chocolate and cocktails When: Tuesday March 11th 2014 Time: 7pm – 9pm (approx) Where : The Shameful Tiki…
Whisky & Chocolate 101 – The Spirit of Chocolate
Chocolate or Whisky are a match made in heaven. Learn how chocolate is different depending on the bean, where it’s from, & who makes it into chocolate. Whisky expert Marcus Von Albrecht will guide you through the wide range of whiskies from beginner to super-peaty as you sample amazing chocolate! GLV Perfect pairings with Marcus…
The 6th Annual Diners’ Choice Award: The Best Twenty in the City
The growing number of voters participating in the annual Diners’ Choice Awards is a good indication that Vancouverites are becoming more and more enthusiastic about honouring the best Chinese food in the Lower Mainland. The votes are not only a reflection of today’s dining trend but also the key in making the Chinese Restaurant Awards…
Masquerade Ball for the BC SPCA
Support the BC SPCA Saturday, March 29, 2014 from 7:00 PM to midnight at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Wear your best formal attire or vintage inspired costume, don an exotic mask and enjoy a night of live music, dancing, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, prize draws, silent auction and so much more. Tickets are $99 each or $350…
BC Women Brewers Brew Up a Unite Pale Ale for International Women’s Day
2011 – In British Columbia, there is no shortage of women in beer, so when the Pink Boots Society in the US called for a collaboration brew, a group of Victoria female brewers answered. On International Women’s Day, the group will meet to brew up a special Unite Pale Ale to raise the profile of…
Meditations on a Tamworth Pig with Kurtis Kolt Wildebeest and Waldorf Wine
On Wednesday, March 12th at 7:00pm, Kurtis Kolt, Waldorf Wine Group and Gastown’s Wildebeest present a tour of Old World, terroir-driven wines. The Wildebeest kitchen team look forward to presenting the unique, heritage breed Tamworth pig by way of their adventurous nose-to-tail, contemporary country cooking. $99 per person, including tax and gratuity. Reservations eat@wildebeest.ca “Meditations…
Diner Classic Lunches at Joe Fortes
While there’s a general lack of great diners in town, you can now sample diner classics at Joe Fortes. And while the atmosphere here is more up-scale than your average diner, the prices are not; all three items lunch items can be had for only $9.95 until March 28, 2014. We headed in for a…
Xi Shi Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea
Chinese New Year may have come and gone, but until March 13, 2014 you can still enjoy afternoon tea at the Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver’s Xi Shi Lounge. We love the modern lounge of Xi Shi and their Blue Willow China set; hanging out there on a rainy afternoon just feels right. The hotel has switched…
Craft Beer Thursday at 39th and Cambie
What’s this? Craft beer and cheese? We’re in! First Thursday every month.GLV Date:Thursday, March 06, 2014 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm Join our 39th & Cambie Beer Advocates every first Thursday of each month to explore award winning and local craft beers that are new to the BC market! Sip on some craft beer while…
‘Seafoodies’ PLEASE Sign Petition for National Sustainable Seafood Day in Canada
All Canadians can play an important role in protecting the future of our fisheries and marine life so please sign this petition so March 18 will be recognized as National Sustainable Seafood Day in Canada. In 2013, a group consisting of Executive Chef Ned Bell, seafood organizations SeaChoice and Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program, as…
