BOLD BAKING & SMOOTH SIPPING WITH SAILOR JERRY SPICED RUM It’s that time of the year, when the air is filled with holiday vibes, prompting you to slip into your comfiest sweaters, cozy up by the fireplace, and transform your home with twinkling lights. This year why not serve up an epic duo – Sailor Jerry desserts paired with Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum cocktails? Try the creamy, tropical sweetness of the Sailor Jerry Coconut Rum Balls blended with notes of coffee in the Cup O’Jerry cocktail; or the cozy flavours of the Spiked Rum Hot Chocolate mixed with the indulgent…
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The Holiday Season is in Full Swing It’s been a while since I’ve done a round-up, but why not end the year with suggestions for y’all to have a special holiday season? First up, have you tried the EPIK app? I’ve been having all sorts of fun with the holiday collection, all without having to dress up, find the proper lighting and get my hair and makeup done. It’s free, but the specific collections will cost you, but I’m a sucker for this type of photo editing magic and the Instagram likes are worth it alone! Our car this week…
Chez Christophe Chocolaterie Patisserie launches 10th Anniversary Holiday Collection Holiday Collection for festive gift-giving and seasonal indulgence. Located in Burnaby Heights and White Rock, the chocolatier is featuring its signature handcrafted showpieces, Bûche de Noël (Yule Log), limited edition dragee, bespoke gift boxes, and stocking stuffers, including festive chocolate lollipops starting from $2.95++, now available in-store and online for pre-ordering. The inspiration for Chez Christophe’s 2023 Holiday Chocolate Showpiece Collection comes from the company’s 10th Anniversary celebrations, creating a North Pole pastry kitchen brigade out of premium chocolate. Milk chocolate “Chez Santa” acts as the executive pastry chef, holding a…
Meréon – A West-Coast Eatery offers Bistro Culture, and Classic French Fare to Brunch Lovers Brunch lovers have a new dining experience that brings the celebrated aspects of French bistro culture and cuisine to West Van’s Ambleside neighbourhood when Meréon opens its doors at 1479 Clyde Ave. in early 2024. Owner and North Shore resident Ophelia Arida, Meréon promises to immerse locals and visitors alike in the iconic café culture found throughout France in a 52-seat space that will be open for brunch 5 days a week, Wednesday to Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Merèon menu will marry…
Jungle Room Whisks Guests on an Exotic Culinary Adventure Vancouver’s first jungle-inspired restaurant and cocktail lounge, Jungle Room, is thrilled to introduce its new fall menu, featuring a line-up of memorable dishes and drinks. This marks the first comprehensive menu update since the establishment’s grand opening this past April, promising a captivating blend of elevated Indonesian and Japanese street food offered alongside a selection of libations that marries classic craftsmanship with innovative twists. Created by Jungle Room’s talented Head Chef Krisyanto and Pastry Chef Mariko Foster with the guidance of Consulting Chef Alessandro Vianello from Vianello Hospitality, the new menu will…
Holiday Chocolates from Purdys Chocolatier Are A Must Cherished and renowned for creating connection and joy through the power of chocolate since 1907, Purdys Chocolatier Christmas Collection features the perfect holiday gifts for family, friends, colleagues, and teachers. Returning for its fifth year is the much-loved Dear Santa Bar, a delicious gift that gives back. GIFTING WITH PURPOSE The Dear Santa Bar is Purdys Chocolatier’s best-selling creamy milk chocolate bar with crunchy salted butter toffee, a delicious treat that’s more than just a great stocking stuffer — for every bar purchased, $2 will go towards supporting children’s hospital foundations across…
Vegan chef and artisan bread-maker Ed Tatton shares techniques and 100 recipes for making naturally leavened sourdough loaves, small breads, and earth-friendly small baked goods. We love this cookbook and you are lucky to get two recipes from it as well, Ginger and Molasses Cookies and Spiced Carrot and Walnut Cake, just in time for the holiday season. Ed Tatton, vegan chef, artisan bread-maker, and co-owner of the popular vegan café and bakery BReD in Whistler, B.C. with Natasha Tatton, has been baking and refining his recipes and techniques for naturally leavened sourdough for many years—including a wide array of…
ROAM The Brand Candle Subscription Service, Just in Time for the Holidays In anticipation of the festive season, ROAM The Brand, a distinguished Vancouver-based luxury and eco-friendly candle company, is thrilled to introduce its latest offering: an effortless candle subscription service. Candle enthusiasts can now immerse themselves in the luxury and artistry of ROAM, with a curated collection of hand-poured candles delivered straight to their door every month. “We are excited to share the joy of ROAM with our customers through this exclusive candle subscription service, just in time for the holiday season,” says Matt Hutchinson, co-founder of ROAM The…
5 Ingredients Mediterranean Dishes Out Flavour Without the Fuss Chef Jamie Oliver is back with the follow-up to his most popular cookbook to date — this time inspired by the food from his travels — 5 Ingredients Mediterranean. This eagerly awaited new cookbook follows the tremendous success of its predecessor, 5 Ingredients, which has sold over 3.3 million copies worldwide, across 24 territories. More on Cookbooks With over 125 utterly delicious, easy-to-follow recipes, 5 Ingredients Mediterranean is all about bringing cuisine from your travels home with you by making everyday cooking super exciting, with minimal fuss. You’ll find recipes to…
Three Cheers to Tailored Libations Made with Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky, Ideal for Ringing in the Festive Spirit with Your Crew. We’ve got the scoop on some Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky Cocktails! ‘Tis the season! Make your holiday gatherings shine brighter by adding a touch of Grant’s magic to holiday celebrations with your cherished crew. “With Grant’s, Canadians can own their party personality and elevate their holiday game with tailor-made cocktails for every member of their crew,” comments Danny Dyer, Global Brand Ambassador of Grant’s Whisky. “Just as every crew member adds a touch of magic to the party, similarly, each barrel used to make Grant’s…
H Tasting Lounge at The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver Makes the Holidays Merry and Bright H Tasting Lounge presents diners with endless opportunities to indulge in both traditional and inventive ways to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family this year. We checked out the Festive Cocktails at H Tasting Lounge, sampled some snacks and posed by the Christmas Tree. Feeling festive! Here’s what else is on. https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz73YlhrxyO/ 12 Cocktails of Christmas Shopping (November 18 to December 25) Capturing all the nostalgia and excitement of last-minute Christmas shopping, a one-of-a-kind cocktail experience is delivered in the Bayshore Mall, a re-imagining…
58 West Art Gives Back Auction I attended a media preview for the 58 West Hastings Art Project and was impressed by this collection of generously donated works from seven Canadian artists. The pieces will be auctioned off at the Chinatown Foundation’s Autumn Gala on November 9th. Each artist has either lived, worked, or studied in Chinatown or the Downtown Eastside neighbourhood. 58 West Hastings (58WH) will be a 10-storey innovative health and social housing project in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. This project will provide 231 affordable housing units, a 50,000-sqft integrated health centre, and skill-building programs and resources. The project brings…
Chefs’ Table Society of BC Collaborates with 10 Restaurants Across the Province to Celebrate Wild BC Salmon! Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia (CTS) is excited to announce a collaborative event with the BC Salmon Marketing Council and ten restaurants across BC in celebration of the rich heritage of wild BC salmon and to promote sustainable fisheries. From October 27th to 29th, 2023, 10 renowned restaurants across British Columbia will feature their delectable salmon dishes that showcase the region’s iconic seafood. Organic Ocean Seafood will be supplying the restaurants with their salmon for this flavourful weekend. BC’s wild salmon is…
Empower, Elevate, Indulge: Yes Shef 2023 Returns! WORTH Association (Women of Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality) is proud to present Yes Shef: Elevating Women in Food & Beverage. On November 6th, 2023, join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the remarkable women of British Columbia’s hospitality community. More Events Les Dames d’Escoffier BC’s Chapter will be there! Come say hi to Dames Shelome Bouvette, Cristina Dias, and yours truly! Chef Bouvette will present her Causa which fans of Chicha Restaurant will know well. Albacore Tuna is from our sponsor Organic Ocean. During this unique culinary experience, guests will enjoy tasting stations…
The Honda Civic Hatchback on the Sea to Sky to Squamish The Honda Civic Hatchback was just what we needed for our trip up to Squamish, onto Whistler and Pemberton. We had a fair amount of luggage, including cider for the Cooks Camp we were headed to and clothes and necessities for three nights of variable weather, and there was plenty of room for overpacks like me, in a car that’s so great on gas. Honda Civic 2024 The Engine is an In-Line 4-cylinder with 158 @ 6,500 Horsepower and 128 @ 4,200 Torque and depending on which model you…
Cornucopia Brings Culinary and Beverage Talent to Whistler Don’t miss Cornucopia’s Signature Events, including the captivating Murder Mystery Dinner at Bearfoot Bistro and the exciting NEW Signature Event, Taste of Indigenous Worlds, hosted at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. Sunday, November 12, 7:00 – 9:30 pm | SLCC This immersive and all-inclusive event brings together renowned Indigenous chefs from various B.C. Nations for a truly special evening at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. Upon arrival, receive a “Taste of Indigenous Worlds” passport. This is your ticket to a culinary journey rich in culture and tradition. Use it to explore the…
Vancouver Chowder Chowdown Almost Sold Out Calling all seafood lovers! Vancouver’s Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown is on October 12, 2023. With great food, craft beer, and an epic chowder showdown, this event is foodie’s paradise. The Vancouver Chowder Chowdown is set to feature twelve accomplished chefs, ready to battle it out for the title of 2023 Chowder Champion. Each chef will be serving up their signature ocean-friendly chowder, complete with Ocean Wise Recommended seafood. Attendees will have the chance to sample each chef’s delectable creation and – at the end of the night – cast their vote for this year’s…
Home renovation, design, and culinary experts offer concrete advice at the Vancouver Convention Centre – West, until October 1, 2023 The Vancouver Fall Home Show unveils its top must-see attractions not to miss from September 28 to October 1 at the Vancouver Convention Centre – West. The Show has an exceptional lineup of trusted home experts, celebrity appearances, and engaging features. The Sleep Country Main Stage, presented by HGTV Canada and the Vancouver Sun The Show offers a chance to get real home advice from hundreds of trusted home experts all under one roof. On The Sleep Country Main Stage,…
Interior Design Show Vancouver 2023 Consumer Day Programming Interior Design Show Vancouver (IDS Vancouver) is the Pacific Northwest platform for all things design and the premier showcase of new products and furniture, superstar designers, and avant-garde concepts from North America and beyond, will return to the Vancouver Convention Centre West from September 21 – 24. We checked out a few of the installations as they were just opening. Presented by Miele, IDS Vancouver’s 2023 theme, Moving Parts, will explore how contemporary designers are creating, sourcing, producing, and distributing products in this new landscape. The Consumer Day programming will take place…
Air Canada Unveils Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2023 Longlist, Showcasing the Best of New Canadian Cuisine The 30 nominees for Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2023 were unveiled by Air Canada, welcoming a new group of restaurants to the longest-running Canadian restaurant awards. Since 2002, Air Canada has championed the country’s distinct culinary scene through its signature program, celebrating new restaurants, chefs, and emerging talent. The 22nd year of Canada’s Best New Restaurants kicks off with the highly anticipated longlist, out today on CanadasBestNewRestaurants.com. With one in ten adults taking vacation packages focused on culinary experiences, Air Canada and the Canada’s…
