Chef Darren Brown
Vancouver is home to some of the best chefs in the world, many have worked for the top chefs and restaurants around the world as well as around the city. Dishing with the Chefs is a series of Interviews with…
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Flavours of Italy Gala
On November 18th I attended the Flavours of Italy Gala tasting & dinner held at the Marriott Pinnacle Hotel. This 8th annual dinner event was hosted by the Italian Chamber of Commerce Western Canada and featured over 100 Italian wines…
Scallops & Citrus at YEW Restaurant
I was in for dinner recently to taste thru their Scallops & Citrus menu that is being presented throughout November at YEW Restaurant in the Four Seasons downtown Vancouver. This $35, three-course, prix-fixe menu focuses on in-season ingredients sourced close…
WIN 2 Tickets to the Film INGREDIENTS
Enter to WIN, 2 tickets to the Film INGREDIENTS and Breakfast on November 27. Projecting Change Film Festival Breakfast Screening Series presents INGREDIENTS Saturday, Nov 27th 9:00 am – Breakfast 10:00 am – Movie INGREDIENTS The local food movement takes…
Meet the Producers of our Fall Flavours Event
Vancouver Foodster Fall Flavours Event on November 23rd was created to educate and enjoy the flavours of local producers and Gelato. All of these producers make their own award winning products locally and have come together to create Gelato flavours…
Contest: Win a Copy of The Ocean Wise Cookbook
Jane’s cookbook is called “Ocean Wise: Seafood Recipes that are Good for the Planet” In The Ocean Wise Cookbook, freelance writer Jane Mundy compiles together some of the most popular recipes from chefs and restaurants from all across Canada. Jane…
Ocean Wise Chowder ChowDown November 24
The 3rd annual Ocean Wise Chowder ChowDown At the Vancouver Aquarium 7 – 10pm Tickets are $40 (non-members) and $32 (members) 12 of BC’s top Ocean Wise chefs reveal their newest chowder competing for the Best Sustainable Seafood Chowder on…
Chocolate Buffet Brunch at Beyond
On Sunday October 24th I attended the West Coast Chocolate Festival’s Brunch and Chocolate Buffet at Beyond Restaurant in the Century Plaza Hotel. In addition to their regular Sunday brunch of breakfast specialities (pancakes, waffles, eggs and such) and their…
Granville Island Craft Beer & Chocolate Pairing
On Friday November 5th I attended a wonderful event that was put on by the West Coast Chocolate Festival, it was beer and chocolate pairing evening, specifically Granville Island Beer & Rogers Chocolates. The evening also saw Bella Gelateria maestro…
Win a $100 Gift Certificate to Adesso Bistro
Have you tried the new fall menu at Adesso Bistro? If not you are in for a treat at this Italian neighbourhood bistro focussing on Ligurian cuisine. You must try their new 3 Course Prix Fixe Menu for only $28!…
Signature Spice Market Dishes at Market thru November
For three weeks in November, a spicier side of Jean-Georges comes to life in Vancouver. From November 8 to 30, guests of Market by Jean-Georges will have the opportunity to taste the dishes and spices of the famed Spice Market,…
Vancouver Foodster Fall Flavours Event
A food networking event connecting Vancouver’s vibrant food community Exclusive premium flavours created for our Vancouver Foodster event and not available to anyone who has not purchased a ticket for our event. Our dessert night will feature the finest local…
Chef William Tse
Vancouver is home to some of the best chefs in the world, many have worked for the top chefs and restaurants around the world as well as around the city. Dishing with the Chefs is a series of Interviews with…
Contest: Win a copy of `From The Olive Grove`
Helen Koutalianos has preached the gospel of olive oil and its benefits for years; at the same time, consumers across North America have become more sophisticated and appreciative of flavorful, boutique olive oils that are not mass produced. In this…
Cinema to Savour on November 22
On Monday November 22, 2010, The Chefs’ Table Society of BC and the Vancouver International Film Centre will host Cinema to Savour at the Vancity Theatre, for a family friendly evening of film and food. Guests will enjoy delicious French fare…
Mission Hill Winemaker Dinner Feeds the Foodbank Nov 10
Over the summer, Provence Restaurants have been partnering with Mission Hill Winery to raise money for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank. For each bottle of Mission Hill Wine sold at both Provence locations, Mission Hill donates $1 to the Food…
Chef Chris Mills James Beard Experience
Last Thursday October 28, I had the pleasure of dining at a special dinner held in Joey Burrard’s Wine Room with a group of about 55 media who were invited for The James Beard Experience by Executive Chef Chris Mills….
WIN 2 Tickets to the History of Chocolate
Enter to WIN, 2 tickets to the History of Chocolate and Reception (value $56) on November 7 $28/person. Tickets on sale now. November 7th. 2:00pm-6pm at Port Moody Galleria at Port Moody City Hall. http://historychocorecep.eventbrite.com/ Now for The Contest To…
Painted Rock Winery Dinner at Fraiche
I attended this amazing dinner at Fraiche Restaurant on Thursday October 21st that featured Painted Rock Estate Wines along with their Proprietor John Skinner. Following the welcoming reception that featured the Painted Rock Chardonnay ‘09, Duck Liver Parfait canapés, we…
Gold Medal Plates: The Chefs
Gold Medal Plates is the ultimate celebration of Canadian Excellence in cuisine, wine, the arts and athletic achievement. Celebrating in eight cities across Canada in 2010, Gold Medal Plates will feature superb wines and the premier chefs in each city,…
WIN 2 tickets to the Chocolate Dessert & Wine Challenge
Enter to WIN, 2 tickets to the Chocolate Dessert & Wine Challenge (value $140) on October 24. Five great dessert wines, paired with five fabulous desserts. John Gerum leads this tasty seminar, educating us on the nuances of pairing bold,…
Win 2 Tickets to Italian Winemakers Dinner
Enter to WIN, 2 tickets to the Italian Winemakers Dinner and Italian Chocolate (value $280) on October 23. Beyond restaurant & lounge and the West Coast Chocolate Festival have partnered together to host a memorable event this weekend celebrating Italian…