If you look outside Vancouver today (August 18) the weather does not scream hit the patio, but I’ll guarantee that there will be some sunny days ahead. Since I happen to be a big fan of margaritas, and tacos, when Earls announced it would be squeezing fresh limes and serving them up with a splash of Il Jimador tequila in their signature Margaritas each Monday (until September 9), we headed down to Fir and Broadway for a little snack. As a bonus they mash guacamole table-side, but you have to remember to ask as it’s not on the menu, which is a…
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When: Fri Sep 20, 6-11pm Where: The Roundhouse | Performance Centre Cost: $55 Adults (19+) Two of Vancouver’s favourite pastimes, beer and burlesque, come together for one naughty night: More than 15 local craft brewers and the burlesque community gather for an evening of craft beer and provocative dancing. Featuring: The Danger Thrill Show with Neil E. Dee, Rebel Valentine, Lola Frost, Burgundy Brixx, callio p cock, Lydia DeCarllo, Nicky Ninedoors, and a hot drag show. Prize for best costume, raffle draws, door prizes. A Roundhouse fundraiser …………………….. Tickets $55 Adults (19+) Price includes wild burlesque, crazy variety shows, live…
One of the world’s top vodka brands, ABSOLUT, is coming to Big White once again with an impressive prize package for the resort’s annual Bartender’s Showdown. The heat is on for the bar tenders to mix, pour, and shake their way to the top spot. Craft beer, world-renowned spirits, local and international wine tastings together with a mouth-watering array of food stations will complement the mixology magic and make for an unforgettable evening. Tickets for the event are priced at $50 per person
August 25, 2013 At 6pm join La Pentola at Opus Hotel to dine at a communal table with your neighbours and friends. This month, the spotlight is on award-winning Domenica Fiore organic olive oil and the season’s best tomatoes. Chef Lucais Syme will team up with Fiore Fine Foods and Stoney Paradise Farm to bring you 10+ courses of the best in Italian artisanal delights. We encourage you to reserve early as seating is limited. $55 per person / 10 + Courses RESERVE TODAY T: 604-642-0557 E: info@lapentola.ca #FamigliaSupper
Don’t miss this fun night out! Join us Wednesday, September 25 2013, when Wines of Argentina presents Celebrate: One Night in Argentina. Discover more than 25 Argentinean wineries at Vancouver’s Jewel Ballroom. Guests will get a taste of the vibrant Argentinean culture, as DJs will spin South American-inspired music and graffiti artists create art as you watch. This is a chance to taste Argentina’s very best: with all the great values the country produces, you’ll leave with a list of excellent options for entertaining as well as everyday drinking. The wines will be paired with authentic Argentinean-style bites to showcase their food-friendly nature. Celebrate: One…
The party features BBQ, a diverse bar, DJs, circus performances, party games and more! This year, the proceeds from the bar (and 3 amazing meat draws) will be donated to City Councillor Chuck Puchmayr’s charity: A Beef With Hunger.This organization raises natural, grass-fed cattle for the food bank and local recovery houses in New West. Help us make some money for a good cause while you have one last chance to spoil yourself this summer! http://reupbbq.com/events/
To revel in one of the loveliest Vancouver summers on record, Curious Oyster Catering Co. presents their latest signature Curious Event. On August 18, 2013, they invite you to join them for Salt & Soil, an alfresco party celebrating the seasonal harvest at Tessa Wetherill’s stunning half-acre organic vegetable and flower urban farm. Tickets will include a selection of canapés, sparkling conversation, fresh oysters and live music by celebrated local songwriter Bob Sumner and Missy Donaldson of St. James Music Academy. Tickets are $50 (includes open oyster bar, 1 beverage, food & live music. Additional drinks can be purchased at the cash bar). Tickets can also be…
Saturday September 21 (5 pm — 9 pm) A French themed dinner based on wild mushrooms and local seasonal products. Explore the world of Northern French Cooking, rich with subtle flavours, delicate herbs and a wide selection of the best wild mushrooms available. Canapes: Mushroom and Camembert cheese tartlets Braised rabbit stuffed morels in cider Dishes: Terrine of chicken with chanterelles, apples, potato and rosemary, Deerholme salad Cream of wild mushroom soup with roasted pear and blue cheese froth Choucroute Garnie (Braised sausage, smoked meat, bacon and mushrooms in Riesling wine and Sauerkraut) Tarte Alsacienne (apple custard tarte) Cost per…
Farm 2 Fork is set to host their 2nd “pop-up” style dinner event at Arthur Erickson’s iconic Waterfall Building on September 12th. Inspired by the best restaurants in the world, Chef Nicolas Hipperson and his team will create a delectable seven course tasting menu showcasing a world of flavours while staying true to their deep roots in local Pacific Northwest fare. Tickets are $125 including tax and wine pairings. The supper is limited to just 80 guests. Don’t miss out on this one of a kind event. …
EAST MEETS WEST IN DONNELLY GROUP x BROOKLYN BREWERY COLLABORATION DINNER In celebration of the Donnelly Group’s 30 Days of IPA, development chef Alvin Pillay will be joining forces with Brooklyn Brewery’s house chef Andrew Gerson to create a four-course pairing menu that will feature a selection of Brooklyn Brewery beer styles at The Queen’s Republic on Thursday, August 15th. The dinner will mark the halfway point of the Donnelly Group’s 30 Days of IPA program with the tapping of Brooklyn Blast IPA. Alvin Pillay and Andrew Gerson have designed a menu that showcases the best of west coast cuisine…
Fundraising dinner brings a taste of Canadian cuisine to the Big Apple Chef David Hawksworth and team will be heading to New York on September 27th, 2013 to cook at James Beard House, home of the non-profit foundation named after the iconic cookbook author and teacher James Beard. The Foundation hosts events and programs designed to educate, inspire, entertain, and foster a deeper understanding of culinary culture. Chef David Hawksworth will be taking his award-winning contemporary Canadian cuisine to America’s culinary capital for a special fundraising dinner, which will be paired with fine wines from Canadian wineries, including Meyer Family…
Local jazz sensation Maria Manna has teamed up with the award wining local restaurant Amuse on the Vineyard for an afternoon of live jazz, delectable cuisine and great wine, all set amongst the back drop of Unsworth Vineyards. Guest will also be treated on canapés and bubby as well an auction of local wines. All proceeds to benefit Jeneece place in Victoria. August 18 1-4 pm. http://amuseonthevineyard.com/events/upcoming-events/maria-manna-concert-a-fundraiser-for-jeneece-place-1
August 17, 2013 – 10:00am Cowichan Green Community (CGC) is proud to announce that the annual Edible Garden and Farm Tour will be celebrating its fourth year in the Cowichan Region. The Edible Garden and Farm Tour is meant to showcase incredible landscapes that are not only unique and visually appealing, but more importantly inspirational to the public to start growing their own food. These gardens and farms capture the knowledge and creativity of their designers, which will leave everyone inspired to go home and start digging! The Edible Garden and Farm Tour has become such a sought-after way to…
THE TRUE HEROINES GO INTERACTIVE BY INCORPORATING YOU, THE AUDIENCE INTO A BRAND NEW SHOW AT THE ANZA CLUB – 3 8th Ave West. IT’S THE SAME CABARET YOU KNOW AND LOVE, WITH A TWIST…SO COME ON OUT ON AUGUST 28th @ 8:00 pm FOR A UNIQUE NIGHT OF ENTERTAINMENT. Get your tickets at Brown Paper Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/433082 After playing to a sold-out house last March at The Rio Theatre The True Heroines are back with a brand new show at a brand new venue. In this installment of the True Heroines live cabaret; you’ll think you’ve taken a step…
Date: Thursday, September 12, 2013 Time: 6:30-8:00 Location: Long Table Distillery When we started talking about the art of curing meats and sausage and gin, it became clear we needed to pair up with Oyama Sausage Co’s and manager, Jerome Dudicourt. Afterall, he’s a French pastry chef, wine consultant and above all, a self-proclaimed gin lover. He’s been waiting to spill the spirits on what cured meats pair well with gin for some time now and we’re happy to say he’s come up with a remarkable selection for our juniper and citrus forward London Dry Gin. Be prepared for a flavourful evening that…
Air Canada’s inflight magazine, enRoute, recently announced that Vij’s Railway Express has been nominated for the People’s Choice Award for Canada’s best new restaurant of 2013. The mobile restaurant, created by Vancouver-based award winning chef Vikram Vij, is one of 35 nominees and among the seven restaurants nominated from Vancouver. “I am really honoured that our Vij’s Railway Express has been chosen as one of the top dining experiences in Canada,” says Vij, who owns two restaurants in Vancouver – Vij’s Restaurant and Vij’s Rangoli. “ As the only mobile restaurant to be nominated within the contest, we are up…
Find your match at Xi Shi Lounge! Enjoy perfect pairings and live entertainment every Monday-Thursday, 4-7pm. http://www.shangri-la.com/en/vancouver/shangrila/
The Really, Really Long Table Dinner, a “20 for 20” event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the City Palate on Monday September 13, 2013. Blink, Catch & The Oyster Bar, Charcut, Divino, Teatro, The Belvedere, The Cellar and Trib Steakhouse will each prepare a course for this remarkable dinner that takes place on a long stretch of Stephen Avenue. Gather your friends, and make some new ones at this unique event that celebrates the culinary side of Calgary. Please note that given this event features a set menu, we are unable to accommodate any special requests for allergies or dietary…
Contest Closed Congrats Megan 1) Leave a comment on this post naming your fav White Spot menu item 2) Follow @goodlifevan on Twitter 3) Post the following to Twitter: RT AND comment #win $25 GC @White_Spot #giveaway @goodlifevan http://ow.ly/nRKOS Pirate Pak Day has raised over $200,000, sending more than 100 campers to Zajac Ranch for Children Arrrr mateys! Canada’s longest-running restaurant chain is bringing back special edition Adult Pirate Paks on August 14, giving the young-at-heart a chance to feel like a kid again – all while helping a worthy cause. In honour of young mateys who need help the most,…
Pirate Pak Day has raised over $200,000, sending more than 100 campers to Zajac Ranch for Children Arrrr mateys! Canada’s longest-running restaurant chain is bringing back special edition Adult Pirate Paks on August 14, giving the young-at-heart a chance to feel like a kid again – all while helping a worthy cause. In honour of young mateys who need help the most, White Spot will celebrate its sixth annual Pirate Pak Day by donating $2.00 from each Kids and Adult Pirate Pak sold on Wednesday, August 14 to Zajac Ranch for Children. Zajac Ranch is an established B.C. based charity…
