One of our fav wine regions, the Similkameen is heading to Vancouver on June 17 to host two winemaker dinners featuring the wineries and cideries of the Similkameen Wineries Association. Join the winemakers from Twisted Hills, Robin Ridge, Cerelia, and Orofino as they take over Forage for one of these very special 4-course wine-paired dinners! 4…
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Counting Down – BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival June 12 – 21 in the Comox Valley
So much more going on this year at the BC Shellfish and Seafood Festival. Wish we were there for the whole time, but we’ll be heading up from June 18-21 so stay tuned for coverage. Popular Habour Air Glacier Tours Returns for Festival Experience the majesty of Vancouver Island’s largest glacier at this year’s BC…
EAT.DRINK.PLAY.
June 18 7 pm…….A delectably artful celebration of local food, drink & performance! Created to highlight the foodie revolution happening in the Firehall’s backyard, EAT. DRINK. PLAY. features an incredible assortment of live performances around the building, paired with the best food & drink our neighbourhood has to offer. There will be craft beer samples from Parallel 49 Brewing,…
Farmhouse Saison & Wild Ale Festival
Farmhouse Saison & Wild Ale Festival is committed to giving craft beer lovers a high quality experience, centering around a beautiful venue, great breweries, and fantastic beers. What makes Farmhouse Saison & Wild Ale Festival special? Well, let’s start with the experience. Saturday June 27 12-6 pm UBC Farm Drinking a great beer is an intense…
“Meet the Makers Expo” to Showcase Strathcona Businesses and Share Revitalization of East Hastings
The Strathcona Business Improvement Association (SBIA) has announced today they will be hosting a “Meet the Makers Expo” on Saturday, June 13th from 11AM-3PM at MakerLabs at 780 East Cordova. The expo will feature innovators, makers, and entrepreneurs from over a dozen Strathcona businesses including restaurants, cafes, breweries, and locally made goods and services. The community-based event…
Joannie Rochette’s Cilantro Avocado Dressing
It turns out that when I met with six-time Canadian Champion and World Silver Medalist Joannie Rochette that one of her favourite recipes includes Avocados from Mexico. She’s currently an ambassador for Almond Breeze, so she suggests using their almond milk in the recipe, and why not! Here’s her salad dressing, why not whip some up…
Bourbon Loves BBQ
A traditional southern paring, bourbon is the ying to BBQ’s yang. The complexity of the bourbon is pronounced when paired with the smokiness of BBQ, channeling the feeling of southern warmth and hospitality. Head to Memphis Blues BBQ on June 20th for an afternoon of sipping bourbon and indulging in BBQ. They’ll start the afternoon with cocktails…
Health Tips with Joannie Rochette
We met with six-time Canadian Champion and World Silver Medalist Joannie Rochette as she was visiting Vancouver this week for Stars on Ice. With a schedule of intense training and travel, Rochette knows more than a thing of two about good eating and meal planning and shared some tips and recipes with us. What’s for breakfast…
Our Fav Bike Rides around Vancouver
Inspired by summer-like weather we have just taken our bikes into get tuned up so we can hit the roads and trails safely this summer. While many may complain about Vancouver’s bike lanes disrupting their commutes, we think it’s great that our city celebrates cycling and embraces this green means of transport no matter what the…
Hawker Fest at the Rocky Mountaineer proudly Presented by FLOOK
Saturday, 30 May 2015 from 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM (PDT) Vancouver, BC 5pm – 12:30am 50+ Hawkers…Hawking up Vancouver’s most unique food offerings! DJ Sets All Night Long The Steve Z’s Covering The Life Aquatic Soundtrack at 9pm The Life Aquatic Screening 10:30pm Visit Hawkersmarket.com for lineup details Hawker Fest explores the best of Vancouver’s artisan…
Plate Invaders Invade For May
You know those underground dinners you always meant to attend? Well they’re back! Plate Invaders serves up a delicious vegan meals made with seasonal local produce in an intimate setting. On May 20/31 there are two seatings, the first from 6pm til 8pm, the second from 8:30pm til late. TICKETS If you want drinks, please bring your own…
Santa Monica: Where the City Meets the Sea – Darpan Magazine May 2015
LOVE Santa Monica and went this spring. The article below was published in Darpan Magazine print and online. More travel writing please! Heading to Southern California has never been easier with many direct flights a day into Orange County, Palm Springs and Los Angeles. While the larger cities may sound tempting, we suggest that you take…
Visit a Greenhouse on BC Veggie Day May 23
Owners of British Columbia greenhouses are inviting their neighbours and customers to tour four Lower Mainland greenhouses on May 23 and to see for themselves how so much can be produced from so little, and for so long. To visit a B.C. greenhouse is to look through a figurative, and rarely uncovered, window and see…
Spanish Paella Party Vancouver
It’s on, the Spanish Paella Party in Vancouver, a celebration of the culture of this amazing country. June 13 from 2 pm until 2 aam at the Brockton Pavillon. Spain is trendy: Gastronomy, values, people, rich culture and joy of life have become global and everybody wants to know a little bit of it. Enjoy an Olive…
Brain Food Speaker Series with Whole Foods Market
Culinary Creators, Bloggers, Entrepreneurs, Activists, Authors, and Filmmakers all take the stage at the Royal Bank Room at the UBC Chan Centre to inspire and educate with their stories of food. Sun., May 31, 2015 at 11:00 am at Royal Bank Cinema The masterful minds behind Vij’s famous menus, Vancouver’s first cold press juice truck, the most authentic French pastry café…
Kung Fu Noodle
My first foray into Chinese Food was as a child at the local food fair in Orchard Park Mall in my hometown, Kelowna. I’d order up a some sweet and sour chicken, mostly consisting of batter and topped with a bright red overly sticky and sickly sweet sauce, and maybe some soggy chicken chow mein,…
Selfology Spa Salon Medi-Spa Package
Selfology Spa is a modern spa and salon at Granville and 16th in Vancouver who’s primary goal is to nurture you towards better health. Their treatments range from skin care to massage and makeup, as well as hair cuts and styling. This is my second very excellent visit to this spot! There is an awesome SocialShopper deal on now too!…
Greasy Spoon Diner Supper
TODAY #3 in the Greasy Spoon Diner Supper Series featuring the amazing Chef William Tse’s! Chef Tse taken the diner concept in an exciting and unexpected direction with a menu which features classic Asian comfort food delivered with a fine dining spin. Guests can look forward to a feast that includes short rib, pork belly, dumplings,…
Avocado Salad Dressing
This easy recipe is perfect for using up your ripe avocados. Best served fresh. I also like to cut out some of the water and use as a dip for carrots, pita bread, etc. Great with noodle salads too! 2 large, ripe avocados, peeled pitted and diced 1 large garlic clove, minced Handful of fresh…
Community Closet Fashion Fundraiser for 4 Charities
CLEANING OUT YOUR CLOSET FOR GOOD! Vital Health Kitsilano is so awesome that they are hosting a Community Closet Fashion Fundraiser for 4 Charities. How can you help? Sort through your closet and donate to those who need it most. They’re accepting clothing, beauty items, jewelry, shoes and handbags Monday to Friday, 9:00-5:00 until May 24th at…
