Once in a while Aveda offers a promo and I jumped quickly on the complimentary Aveda Facial ($40 value) and stress fix ritual of renewal, makeup touch up, and a customized skincare consultation they offered last month. They’re always available for a consultation and if you haven’t met Spencer, at the South Granville location, I highly…
Xi Shi Chinese New Year Tea
Whether you call it Year of the Goat, Ram or Sheep, Chinese New Year is upon us and it’s worth celebrating. Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver presents a special Asian tea as well as introducing Che Huadong, tea master and trained expert in the arts of Kung Fu Tea and Chinese Face Changing Opera. Their tea service includes: Afternoon…
Selfology Spa Salon
SocialShopper Selfology Spa Deal here. Should you not be feeling quite yourself, it may be time to treat yourself to Selfology, a spa and salon at Granville and 16th in Vancouver. Peter Tu and Jessica Yu, the owners of this unique spot take self-care a step further and believe and practice with healing first in mind. By visiting…
BC Home + Garden Showcases Culinary Talent
Vancouver’s top culinary talent, including chefs, fishmongers, sommeliers, and distillers are poised to set palates ablaze at the BC Home + Garden Show, happening from February 18-22, 2015 at BC Place Stadium. Following the much-anticipated Meat & Tweet (With Beer) on opening night, the Vancouver Magazine Cooking Stage will host the first ever Master Series,…
Night At The Aquarium
A Spectacular Evening To Benefit The Conservation Of Our Oceans Journey to an enchanting aquatic world at Night at the Aquarium—Vancouver’s most unforgettable philanthropic event of the year. Come face to face with some of the greatest mysteries of the deep while enjoying fine food, wine, exciting entertainment and incredible live and silent auctions. We…
Mamie Taylor’s goes South by Southwest
New brunch menu makes a run for the border The sun may rise in the east, but Mamie Taylor’s is looking west — Southwest, that is. At the vanguard of Chinatown’s culinary renaissance, Mamie Taylor’s was the first to bring the delicacies of the Deep South to Vancouver’s brunch lovers. Now, the regional American restaurant is setting…
THE EIGHTH ANNUAL GRAPE JUICE WINE AUCTION
Hosted by Audi Downtown Vancouver, this fantastic annual wine auction brings Vancouver’s most refined oenophiles together to taste some magnificent wines. Pick up some rare wine finds and network with the 300 business professionals attending the event; all the while raising much needed funds for the mentoring programs of Big Sisters of BC Lower…
Wild Rice Celebrates Year of the Sheep
February 18 heralds the Year of the Sheep (also called Ram or Goat as the Chinese word is the same for all) or the year 4713 on the Chinese calendar. From February 19 through 22, Wild Rice will mark the occasion with feature dishes that have been created especially for you by Chef Todd. According to Chinese…
SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, VANCOUVER CELEBRATES CHINESE NEW YEAR WITH TEA MASTER
Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver is ready to ring in the Year of the Goat with an exciting addition to the team. The hotel welcomes Che Huadong, tea master and trained expert in the arts of Kung Fu Tea and Chinese Face Changing Opera. On 19 February, 2015, the hotel’s Chinese New Year festivities will include a…
Get your tickets for #dinnerpartyYVR!
It’s back, and this year #dinnerpartyYVR is even bigger than before! Last year we opened up our home to six lucky dinner guests who graciously agreed to dine with us in the name of charity. We are doing so again so this year, and are honouring Beauty Night and the work of Caroline MacGillivray and her incredible…
House of Q’s Cheese-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs
We are not waiting until official BBQ season to try Brian Misko’s House of Q’s Cheese-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs! Check him out at The Earlybird RV Show in Abbotsford at the Tradex. House of Q’s sessions will take place: Thursday, February 19 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM Friday, February 20 at 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM Saturday,…
Companions of the Quaich
Whisky Tasting & Canapés! Thomas Chen & Barry Dunner request the pleasure of your company at a Companions Whisky Tasting Event Theme Dare to compare 16 whiskies A Blind Head-To-Head Tasting Moderator: Jordan Cran of Legacy Liquor Store Pairings • Blend vs blend • Blend vs single malt • Single malt vs single malt • • Sherry cask…
Valentine’s Day and No Reservation? A Few Resos Left!
So you forgot to reserve that table for the big day and now you’re in big trouble. Fear not, Vancouverites, there’s still a few to be, but act quickly! This list is current as of 1:30 pm Feb. 13, 2015 and we’ll add a few more once and if we hear of them. Granville Island…
Grapes of Laugh Gala, February 19
Raise a glass to top-notch improv comedy Vancouver TheatreSports™ League (VTSL) will hold its 10th annual Grapes of Laugh Gala, on Thursday, February 19. Guaranteed to beat the winter blahs, this value-packed, not-to-miss event features toast-worthy wines, delicious canapés and daring comedy, all in support of Vancouver TheatreSports’ community and youth programs. A live improv…
Fitness Fridays Get Down(ward) to Semperviva
When there is any mention of yoga in Vancouver, Lululemon Yoga Clothes might come first to mind, but it would be quickly followed with Semperviva. Semperviva is an amazing place to practice all kids of yoga; I started the year with an excellent workshop “Detox Now – A Kundalini Yoga Workshop with Gloria Latham” and danced,…
Parallel 49 Brewing Company Launches New Beer Jerkface 9000
Jerkface 9000 Set to Launch at ‘Jerkface Comedy Fiasco’ Event February 17th 2015 East Vancouver’s Parallel 49 Brewing Company is announcing the release of their brand new Dry Hopped West Coast Wheat Beer Jerkface 9000. The launch will be celebrated at ‘Jerkface Comedy Fiasco,’ an official event hosted by Parallel 49 Brewing Company at…
Supper Series Pentola
Butchers hold a revered spot in Italian culture. Inspired by eighth-generation butcher Dario Cecchini, (whose shop in Panzano draws crowds from all over the world) ) La Pentola has collaborated with Windsor Meats on February 22, 2015 to create sumptuous dishes reflective of a visit to the neighborhood butcher. Hosted by Chef Lucais Syme, experience the first…
Long Table Distillery Celebrates 2 Year
This Saturday Long Table Distillery celebrates 2 years of distilling Craft Spirits in Vancouver. Celebration from 3-5 for a Happy & ‘Appy Hour from 3-5pm – open ’till 10pm. Don’t miss the limited release of their Batch #03 Bourbon Barrelled Gin in 750ml bottles. Long Table Distillery Ltd. 1451 Hornby St. Vancouver, BC V6Z 1W8 T: 604.266.0177 Looking…
At the 2015 Wellness Show
Find Fuel, Fitness and Fun The 23rd Annual Wellness Show is dedicated to helping you live a more healthy lifestyle. Check it out February 13th, 14th and 15th, 2015 at the Vancouver Convention Centre East Building. The show includes 300 exhibitors in all areas: whole, organic, non GMO, gluten-free health foods and snacks, cutting-edge supplements to…
