At Long Table Distillery they’velways mixed a civilized gin and tonic, but now it’s time to shake things up with a newly designed tasting room and cocktail laboratory. This new space will officially open October 25, 2014 serving hand crafted cocktails from 1-7pm on both Thursdays and Saturdays with more hours to evolve over time. On these days, chemist and bar manager, Cole Benoit, owner of Vancouver’s Apothecary Bitters, will create cocktails from featuring Long Table Distillery’s hand crafted, small batch spirits, fresh locally sourced ingredients, botanicals, hand-made syrups and handcrafted bitters. At Long Table Distillery, Vancouver’s first micro distillery, being…
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30 for $30 series is a Taste of BC event with wines from Sumac Ridge, Inniskillin, See Ya Later Ranch and Nk’Mip. All wines will be paired with dinner and will be presented by Executive Chef Matt Richmond & a representative from Constellation Brands. Simply call Stake at 604.523.5368 to reserve your spot. Registration is now open so make sure you call us to not miss out. Thanks and we will see you on Thursday November 6th at 6:30pm.
This Halloween season, explore the spooky seas with the 50,000 mesmerizing and mysterious aquatic creatures at the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre. On Wednesday, October 29, join the Vancouver Aquarium’s next adults-only event, After Hours*, for a frighteningly fun evening as event guests enjoy special hair-raising programs such as Snakes on a Stage, a special appearance by Darth Vader at the Venomous Fishes dive show and a guest presentation by the Aquarium’s head of cetacean research, Dr. Lance Barrett-Lennard Killer Whales: Tyrannosaurs of the Sea. Explore our galleries with a beer or glass of wine in hand as you learn about the…
PIDGIN PRESENTS POETRY IN A GLASS WITH 5,7,5 Gastown’s PiDGiN is pleased to introduce their 5,7,5 Japanese sake and whisky flights, each accompanied by a haiku-inspired description of three premium quality liquors. Start your journey with sake, and taste the rhythmic flavours and aromas of smooth and superior varietals. Continue your poetic flight through the unique moods of limited-edition Japanese whisky, and lose yourself in the prose and verse of rare, sought-after blends. Pidgin is open Mondays to Saturdays from 5:00pm to12:00pm and Sundays from 6:00pm to 12:00pm. Guests are encouraged to make a reservation by calling the restaurant at 604-620-9400. …
Known as the ‘Forgotten Province’, Umbria is slowly escaping the shadow of nearby Tuscany and is becoming a popular destination for food, wine, and cultural exploration. La Pentola is celebrating Italy’s “Green Heart” by paying tribute to this alluring and often overlooked region. Hosted by Chef Lucais Syme, experience Umbrian cuisine by dining family style at communal tables with your friends and neighbors. This 10+ course meal will feature Castelluccio lentils, trout, and roast squab, as well as various pasta dishes inspired by rich Umbrian flavors. Don’t miss out on a visit to Umbria! $55 per person / 10 +…
Wednesday November 12th, 2014 Van Westen Winery from Naramata Bench will be pairing some of their best wines with special dishes from The French Table designed to showcase both our food and wine. The price for the menu is $125.00 including tax but not service. Wednesday November 12th, 2014 Van Westen Winery Reception from 5:30 to 6:30pm Gougère: baked savory choux pastry made with cheese. Vino Grigio: An intriguing combination of riper cantaloupe melon, golden apple, pear and white peach with more restrained lime, lemon zest, apple peel, green apple and subtle floral notes. Dinner at 6.30 MENU House smoked…
BEER AND A MOVIE AT MAENAM Maenam and Glassbender Brewing are proud to present a screening of the independent film, CRAFT. Film, food and craft beer buffs will gather at Maenam on November 5 for the first pairing event for Glassbender Farmhouse Ale from Postmark Brewing. Maenam—which makes an appearance in the film—is the first restaurant to pour the bottle-conditioned Farmhouse Ale. On this special evening, guests will each receive their own bottle of Farmhouse to enjoy during a screening of the new documentary by filmmaker, Cicerone, and Postmark brewmaster, Craig Noble. A limited number of tickets are available for this…
Everyone should have access to healthy food. On October 22, 2014, gather your friends, family and colleagues and come out to dinner at one of 25 participating Restaurant for Change restaurants. Vancouver Hawksworth Restaurant PH: (604) 673 7000 Address: 801 West Georgia St Vij’s Restaurant PH: (604) 736 6664 Address: 1480 W 11th Ave Please note that Vij’s does not take reservations. Each participating restaurant will donate the proceeds from that evening’s dinner service to Community Food Centres Canada to support programs across the country that address issues of hunger, poor health and social isolation in low-income communities by bringing people together…
Following Success in LA, NYC, South Beach and Aspen, FOOD & WINE Expands its Roster of Festival Cities to Toronto FOOD & WINE, the ultimate authority on the best of what’s new in food, drink, travel, style, and entertaining, is proud to announce they will be the official media partner for the Toronto Food & Wine Festival. Debuting in September 2015, the Toronto Food & Wine Festival is the new name and format for Informa Canada’s Delicious Food Show. Christina Grdovic, SVP/Publisher of FOOD & WINE, said, “We’re thrilled to be teaming up with Informa Canada and that Ontario Tourism…
Chef Michel Jacob Teams up with Chefs David Hawksworth, Ned Bell and Rob Feenie for Three Exciting Dinners on November 4, 5 and 6 Le Crocodile, Vancouver’s most cherished French restaurant, will mark its 30th anniversary this fall. To celebrate, it welcomes back three of its star alumni for a series of spectacular dinners. As well as ranking among Canada’s top chefs, David Hawksworth, Rob Feenie and Ned Bell have something else in common: each walked in to Le Crocodile restaurant as a hopeful young cook, yet to make their mark. Decades later, each have developed his craft, gained critical and…
A KitsDaily VIP Dinner Event hosted by Chef Brian Fowke October 21st at 7pm. Communal Table. $95 per person includes both food and wine. Book now – it is almost sold out. brian@kitsdaily.com Before the snow falls – this is the best cool climate vineyard in BC to visit – The Pinot Noir is World Class, maybe Best of Class in the world! simple and perfect #1 Canapé Reception: Vancouver’s Farmer Market Winter Bruschetta balsamic black fig, salt spring island blue Juliette cheese, mint, watercress Blue Mountain Brut Gold Label in the Methode Traditionnelle Style #2 Salad Course: North Arm Farm’s…
SKECHERS is coming to Vancouver this Saturday, October 18, 2014! Partnering with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF), the Canadian division of SKECHERS launched their exciting cross-country breast cancer campaign this October 1st ,the official first date to the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and SKECHERS is passionate about supporting the awareness. Join SKECHERS’ breast cancer event this Saturday at the SKECHERS Shoes store on Robson Street, Vancouver. Expect a playful afternoon filled with fun attractions such as pink ribbon tattoos, face painting, live music and a fabric square initiative as a cute added touch. EVENT DETAILS: WHEN: Saturday, October 18, 2014 WHERE: SKECHERS – 1156 Robson St, Vancouver BC V6E 1B5, 604-899-0921 TIME: 12PM to 5PM…
Pinkies Up Ladies and Gents! Date: Sunday, October 26th Where: Tracycakes Bakery Café in Murrayville 21594 48th Avenue, Langley, BC Time: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Why: High Tea in style Cost: $25.00 High Tea has made a fashionable return! On October 26, Tracycakes Bakery Café and the renowned author ofEtiquette for the Career Woman, Jolienne Moore, are serving High Tea in style! Jolienne Moore will teach tea traditions, rituals, and proper etiquette while Tracycakes serves delectable savouries and dainties! Come dressed to impress! **Limited seating of only 25 people. Gratuity not included. Children are encouraged to come! Gluten-free High…
OCTOBER 24, 25, 26 The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend is happening next month as Western Canada’s largest and most popular women’s consumer event, the West Coast Women’s Show, is back for a 14th year at the TRADEX in Abbotsford on the weekend of October 24, 25, 26, 2014. Attendees will get a chance to experience three days of entertainment on five stages, fashions shows, celebrity speakers, cooking demonstrations, wellness and beauty secrets, and retail therapy at more than 400 booths. Highlights include The Royal Chef Darren McGrady, Emmy award-winning soap star Michelle Stafford, and Dr. Oz Sharecare expert Dr. Taz Bhatia.…
Many years ago I dated a man that really knew how to play Black Jack.; he’d almost always come out far ahead. Recently I met a group of guys on a food tour that play online poker for a living, and did nothing else for cash. They mentioned to check out casino games such as poker, roulette or blackjack online for more on that. Even my father paid for much of his med school education with the same games. For me, it’s just not my thing. Sadly, I even went to Vegas last year and wouldn’t have gambled a dime, but I threw a twenty into a slot machine,…
Chef Tina Fineza is one of Vancouver’s most vibrant chefs. When we found about about her battle with stage 3 breat cancer, we felt inclined to celebrate our respect for her and help raise funds for her ongoing battle. On Sunday, Nov. 23, we’re going to throw a Primograno Pasta Party for Chef Tina Fineza. 6+ courses paired with wines and cocktails. MC’ed by Mijune Pak (Follow Me Foodie), cocktails by Jay Jones (Vancouver Canucks), a flight of snacks by the Chefs and students of Northwest Culinary Academy of Vancouver, 4 courses of Rustichella d’Abruzzo Primograno Pasta by Chefs Angus…
October 18-19, 2014 11am-4pm $4 entry – cash only (Children 12 years and under free) Please note – no dogs are permitted on the festival grounds, with the exception of working service animals. A family event for all ages, the UBC Apple Festival celebrates one of British Columbia’s favourite fruits. From children learning about the diversity of apples to those who remember tasting heritage apples in their youth, the Apple Festival is a great opportunity to not only discover more about this delicious fruit, but have a whole lot of fun doing it! Apples and Apple Tree Cultivars for Sale…
The BC SPCA is excited to announce its first-ever Vancouver fundraising gala, slated for Nov. 1 at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Yaletown. Offleashed: A Whole New Breed of Gala is an evening inspired by the love we feel for our canine companions and promises to be a one-of-a-kind event featuring some of Vancouver’s most celebrated chefs and performers. Upon entering the venue, guests will be led on a unique journey through various sensory experiences, featuring distinctive mood-setting décor and live performances by the Aeroisa dance society, celebrated recording artist Mary Zilba and Grammy-award winning musician Chin Injeti. Guests will also be…
What better way to celebrate Craft Beer Month in BC than with some of the leading ladies in the business. Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar in Gastown October 23rd at 6:30 will host a three course dinner featuring three BC Breweries and their leading ladies. Each Course Served with a 6 oz serving of beer, expertly paired by Rogue Chef Cory Chapman. Moon Under Water, Victoria, BC Pumpkin Pearzen Harvest Weizen Presented by: CHELSEA Walker Fernie Brewing, Fernie, BC Sap Sucker Maple Porter Presented by: Stephanie Vernon Deep Cove Brewers and Distillers, North Vancouver Frost Bitten Tea Saison Presented by: Trish Garrat The menu for the evening will be sure to delight! As always – we will do our…
The City of Vancouver has projected that we will be the world’s Greenest city by 2020. By implementing programs and support in four high-priority areas; waste reduction, local food progams, green community events and greenhouse gas reduction, the wheels have been set in motion to acheive this goal. That is where you come in! We have focused our efforts on assesing how much food waste Vancouverites produce and how we can reduce that waste at home, save money and help the environment. It’s easy! Take our Foodprint Challenge and help us track the results for four weeks starting on October…