A big congrats to Keeley of Tsawassen! It’s been a great year for us here at Good Life Vancouver as we’ve had some very good times reporting on all good things in and around Vancouver. Our website has seen a huge jump in traffic and our social media streams have so many more followers. And all…
Holiday Season Getaway at Victoria’s Magnolia Hotel
While there’s much to do in Vancouver during the holiday season, there’s a certain special vibe across the straight, in Victoria. I nipped over for a few night’s in November for a sneak peak of the Magnolia Hotel & Spa’s Christmas in Victoria package, available until January 2. Why not leave the car at home and…
Holiday Shopping at Best Buy
We’ve given you gift suggestions for food lovers on Global TV and in BC Living, and now we are cruising throught the aisles at Best Buy for some more great ideas for those wishing to live the good life in 2016. Our vacuum cleaner sucks, or actually doesn’t suck enough, so we’re thinking the Dyson V6…
Family #Giveaway #NYE at Mount Seymour
The mountains are already covered in more than just a dusting of that glorious white powder and Mount Seymour has been particularly blessed this past weekend. Why not head up for a ski, snowshoe, or tobagan soon, or plan a family celebration for New Year’s Eve. We are giving away a Family Pass (2 adults, 3…
Top Avocado Recipes for the Holidays
There will be many an avocado on our table this holiday season and we went to pinterest to get some ideas. There were some seriously odd recipes, such as Grinch Guac, but there were some serious keepers too! Here’s our Avocado Recipes for the Holidays suggestions to get those healthy Avocados From Mexico in your belly! From…
Holiday Money 101 – Using INTERAC This Season
Strange that I would write about finances you think? While food has always been my focus, I graduated from Business and worked in Finance for over fifteen years. I’ve worked at independent and bank-run brokerages, taken the Canadian Investment Manager (CIM) course and even passed the first year of the Chartered Financial Analyst before moving on to…
Contest Closed Zwilling Pro Carving Set #Giveaway #ZwillingHolidays
Congrats to Summer D. Your turkey will never be the same once you’ve got this Zwilling Pro Carving Set This set equips you with two essential knives from the exclusive Zwilling Pro collection. Tackle extended cutting tasks without hand fatigue, thanks to an ergonomically shaped handle and a special arched bolster, which promotes a perfect…
Nigella Lawson Loves Avocados
We love Nigella and Nigella loves avocados! With the launch of her latest cookbook, Simply Nigella, comes many new and exciting recipes. We had the chance to chat with Nigella when she was in Vancouver on her book tour and you’ll hear snippets of the interview soon! In the meantime our post on Avocados from…
Gifts for Food and Drink Lovers – Global TV 2015
What do you get that person in your life who lives for the latest kitchen gadget, best bottle of wine or the ultimate cookbook? I spent some time in cook shops and snooped around many a kitchen to come up with the list for gifts for foodies this year. Here’s the details that I presented on Global TV for…
Red Ribbon Cocktail Fundraiser
In the lead up to World AIDS Day 2015 (Dec 1), the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation is launching a new fundraising initiative called the “Red Ribbon Cocktail Fundraiser” to raise awareness of HIV and generate financial support for compassionate care at the Dr. Peter Centre. The fundraiser runs until December 1st. Bars and restaurants in Vancouver…
Chef Ned Bell’s Dungeness Crab Tacos With Avocado
Chef Ned Bell is all about sustainable seafood and is devoted to spreading the word about chosing Ocean Wise products. If we want to continue having healthy seas, this really is the only choice. At Yew Restaurant + Bar the menu is heavy on the seafood and one of the items we’ve tasted and loved…
Chef Alex Chen Takes Top Spot At Gold Medal Plates Victoria
Pairing of Local Pork Terrine with Foxtrot Vineyards’ Pinot Noir Earns Chef Coveted Title as BC Representative PR NEWS – Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar Executive Chef Alex Chen set the gold standard at the 10th annual Gold Medal Plates in Victoria, BC Thursday night, winning the top regional spot among 10 chefs selected to compete in the prestigious culinary competition…
Chef Luca Paola Sunset Organic Bistro Competitor Gold Medal Plates
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates for the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships held in Kelowna in February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here’s our answers from Chef Luca Paola from Sunset Organic Bistro…
Interview with Castro Boateng Castro Boateng Private Catering Competitor in Gold Medal Plates
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates for the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships held in Kelowna in February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here’s what’s new with Castro Boateng of Castro Boateng Private Catering…
50 Years. 50 Chefs. Gala
Vancouver Community College is proud to celebrate the past 50 years by welcoming and showcasing the creations of 50 VCC-related chefs. Come taste the pride of Western Canada’s largest culinary school on November 17, 2015. Tickets and info. Rocky Mountaineer Station 1755 Cottrell Street Vancouver, BC Baker @ Uprising Breads Bakery JEREMY INGLETT VCC alumnus 2014 Skills BC Silver…
Interview with Brad Holmes Olo Restaurant Gold Medal Plates Competitor
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates for the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships held in Kelowna in February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here’s a little background from Brad Holmes, the chef…
Interview with Stephan Drolet Camille’s Gold Medal Plates Competitor
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates for the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships held in Kelowna in February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here’s what’s new with Stephen Drolet of Camille’s in Victoria…
Interview with Ned Bell YEW Restaurant Gold Medal Plates Competitor
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates for the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships held in Kelowna in February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here’s the scoop on Ned bell from YEW Seafood + Bar…
Interview with Alex Chen Boulevard Restaurant Gold Medal Plates Competitor
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates for the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships held in Kelowna in February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here’s the scoop on Alex Chen from Boulevard. Tell us…
Fighting Colds With Avocados
We’re full into cold season and I have already caught one this year. To avoid colds and flus there are lots of great remedies, including that old favourite remedy, chicken soup. Keeping a diet full of fruit and vegetable, all full of anitioxidants is highly recommended, also look for foods that are high in vitamins A, B,…
