In a response to the tragic attack which took the lives of 11 people and injured dozens more at the Lapu-Lapu festival on Saturday night, Vancouver’s tops chefs are uniting for a unique fundraising event on May 26th (6pm-8pm) to support…
On Saturday, November 16, 118 guests turned out to support Dan’s Legacy’s 11th Annual Chefs’ Charity Dinner presented by the BCGEU at the Freemasons Hall in New Westminster, and raised $77,685 for at-risk youth. The funds will go towards Dan’s Legacy’s…
On Saturday, November 5th, I attended a wonderful dinner at Shaughnessy Restaurant at VanDusen Garden which raised $32,729 for Dan’s Legacy. The funds will go towards the charity’s trauma-informed counselling and life-skills programs for youth at risk. Elder Tomma Oleman…
Over the years, The Joy of Feeding that was founded by Chef Meeru Dhalwala had been one of my favourite food events and this past weekend after a long hiatus it returned to Ubc Farm the organization that it supports….
One of my favourite events of the year has returned after a long hiatus and is about to take place on Sunday October 2 from 12-3pm at UBC Farm. 12 local chefs from some of Vancouver’s most beloved restaurants, who…
Earlier in the fall I attended the 16th Annual Passions Gala at Performance Works supporting the Dr Peter Aids Foundation with some of the cities top chefs showcasing tasty dishes. It was a wonderful night and the event raised $250,000…
Last week I attended a wonderful dinner at a long table on a cheese farm on a warm summer night in Maple Ridge. This 7th Annual dinner at Golden Ears Cheesecrafters featured a selection of chefs representing several restaurants in…
Project Empty Bowl is an annual fundraising gala that raises money for A Loving Spoonful. The sole purpose of Project Empty Bowl is to raise funds so that A Loving Spoonful can continue delivering free meals and nutritional counselling &…
On May 2, I attended the 7th Annual Chocolate Challenge fundraiser at Gourmet Warehouse; where many of top chocolatiers in the city were showcasing their chocolate creations for all to try. First place winner was Jalayne Jones and Okanagan College…
On October 20, I attended another fabulous fundraiser by the Chefs in the Hood crew, this time around the event was turned up a notch, held at the Law Courts Inn downtown Vancouver with 500 people in attendance. It was…
Chefs in the Hood returns, this time around it is taking place downtown Vancouver in a larger venue bringing together the best of Vancouver’s culinary talent in a collaborative dinner event. Chefs from some of the top neighborHOODS will be…
On April 7, I attended a fabulous fundraiser benefiting UGM Vancouver “Eastsiders” after school program; this wonderful event was held at Pacific Restaurant Supply. Each chef’s station around the room was by the neighborhood in which their restaurant is located….
Chefs in the Hood is a Pop Up Food Phenomenom bringing together the best of Vancouver’s culinary talent in a collaborative dinner event. Chefs from some of the top neighborHOODS will be present representing their hood. Featuring an All Star…
Bars and restaurants across Vancouver will stand proud and pledge their support to the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation from now through August 6 by taking part in the inaugural Pride Crawl Fundraiser to generate financial support for the Dr. Peter…
It was another glorious day at the 6th annual Joy of Feeding event that I attended on Saturday June 24 at UBC Farm. This is an incredible food loving event that featured 13 multi-cultural home cooks serving up their recipe…
On April 27, I attended the Annual Chocolate Challenge fundraiser at Gourmet Warehouse; where many of top chocolatiers in the city were showcasing their chocolate creations for all to try and vote. First place winner was Thomas Haas of Thomas…
It was a wonderful night on November 30, where some of the top chefs in the city joined forces with Chef Keith Pears to raise money for Team Canada. Held at the Delta by Marriott Burnaby Hotel, the ballroom was…
On Sunday, October 2nd, 2016, for the 7th year in a row, we’re bringing together some of the city’s most prominent chefs and mixologists along with the region’s best growers and producers for a fun night of local wine and…
The Chefs’ Table Society of BC’s third annual Curry Cup returns to Heritage Hall, 3102 Main St., Vancouver from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Each ticket includes samples of curry from all the teams, wine from Evolve Cellars, beer from R&B…
At the 22nd annual fundraiser promoting BC wines, beer and spirits presented by Liberty Wine Merchants we tasted all sorts of beverages accompanied by savoury and sweet treats. Held again at the Pan Pacific Hotel this event had proceeds going…
An exciting event is being held at Science World which features molecular mixology, 25 stellar beverage stations (open bar) run by award-winning bartenders and mouthwatering appetizers all night. Bragging rights and prizes to be won all in the name of…
Foodies and theatre lovers unite for the Firehall Arts Centre’s annual fundraiser EAT.DRINK.PLAY, an unforgettable evening that celebrates locally produced food, drink and performance, on June 18th, from 7-10pm. This is a wonderful event that I attended last year, it’s…