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…
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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,…
Interview With Jonathan Chovancek Bittered Sling 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 which is held in Kelowna this upcoming February. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here’s some of the questions we…
Interview with Chris Whittaker Forage 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 Chef Chris Whittaker of Forage…
Interview With Chef Brock Bowes Raudz Gold Medal Plates Competitor
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates in the hopes of winning 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 is the scoop from…
WildTale Coastal Grill
I first visited WildTale this spring and have since recommended the restaurant many times. Super fresh seafood, a good selection of oysters and a bright coastal feel make for a great meal. There’s a semi-private space for groups of up to eighteen, and a private wine room with 34 seats, and I am always being asked about…
Melissa McCarthy’s New Collection
Melissa McCarthy releases a clothing line and I take some items for a spin. This fall one of my favourite actors did more than put out a seriously hilarious movie, she released her own clothing line. We all know Melissa as from Mike and Molly, Bridesmaids and her latest film Spy but did you know she went…
Salt Spring Island Apple Festival
Get to know your Millionaires from your Lord Derby’s at the Annual Salt Spring Island Apple Festival Before apple trees were planted in the Okanagan Valley, Salt Spring Island was growing an assortment of the fruit as early as 1860. To celebrate, the Island holds a festival celebrating the apple with apple displays, pie sales and…
Road Tripping with the Honda HR-V
I’ve been driving a few sporty vehicles lately, but when I decided to take a trip over to Salt Spring Island I needed to bit of a larger ride to carry the inevitable excess of luggage, along with my friend Tess (and her bags), ample room for two others that I’d had planned to take…
Interview With Chef Sam Chalmers North Forty-Eight Gold Medal Plates Competitor
Chefs from across British Columbia will meet in Victoria on November 19, 2015 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates in the hopes of filling the BC spot in the Canadian Culinary Championships. We’re heading over to check out the event and as a prequil have interviewed the chefs. Here is the scoop from Chef Sam Chalmers from north Forty-Eight…
TASTE OF TULALIP’S SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY
Head south to Tulalip for Taste of Tulalip and mix it up with America’s top chefs and sommeliers! We attended this last year and loved it so much we are back for the second year! This indulgent weekend at Tulalip Resort Casino allows you to savor flavors of exceptional food and wine and beer pairings and while…
Vancouver Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown
Top Vancouver Chefs. Sustainable Chowders & Craft Beer. Come Cast Your Vote. Top Ocean Wise chefs compete head-to-head in for the title of 2015 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown Champion: Vancouver. Taste all the delectable original chowders, paired with local craft beer, and vote for your favourite, all in support of sustainable seafood. All proceeds directly support Ocean Wise,…
Cocktails in Kitsilano
Some fun news from our favourite neighbourhood restaurants! Four restaurants in the Vancouver neighborhood of Kitsilano collaborate via Instagram to bring awareness to the growing cocktail culture forming in the neighborhood. For the month of November AnnaLena, Maenam, Mission Kits and Supermarine welcome guests to enjoy a craft cocktail at their establishments and Instagram a…
GUY-FAWKES-TOBERFEST New Westminster Re-Up BBQ
GUY-FAWKES-TOBERFEST: A Fanciful Un-Holiday for the Late Autumn blues We love RE-Up BBQ and are saddened to hear that a member of their team is having some serious medical issues. BUT, you can help by atteding this feast and entering a meat draw with funds going to the family in need. At the Guy-Fawkes-toberfest Re-Up…
Spooky Avocado Recipes
While we are not fully in Halloween Mode (apart from a plastic bat on the fireplace and the finding of Michael’s devil horns) I am still thinking I may at least whip up a few things tomorrow in honour of the occassion. I may even dig out my witch costume if I get motivated. Since…
Taste of Yaletown
There’s still three more nights to enjoy Taste of Yaletown! We’ve checked out a few spots and there’s still time for you to do so! Featured menus, special tastings and innovative pairings abound! Either $25, $35, or $45. A portion of profits from each meal served during Taste of Yaletown is donated to The Greater Vancouver…
#Modifry with McCain #SuperFries
McCain Fries Deserve More Than Just Ketchup While we love a good french fry dipped in ketchup, or even better with a little aioli, we decided to kick it up a notch and go for a slightly more posh topping for a recent dinner party! We featured Ocean Wise seafood in this “Seafood Poutine” and…
Fitness Fridays – The Dailey Method and Ice Breaker – GLV Spruces Up
Continuing GLV Spruces Up with The Dailey Method Studio Well it’s been a week since I started Dailey Method Barre and Cycle Classes and I’ve now been five times and have the stickers to prove it! (I’m also in the photo above, but WAY, WAY in the back – I swear). Keeping accountable is the…
