On a trip to New York this month we visited the recently opened NoMad Hotel for elegant cocktails at their signature 24-foot long mahogany bar. We were spoiled with a selection of classic cocktails crafted by their award-winning mixologist, Leo Robitschek. In the centre of Manhattan, just north of Madison… Keep Reading
LaStella and Le Vieux Pin wineries are proud to announce the release of two unique wines born of the hot 2009 summer: Maestoso and Retouche. The Maestoso is LaStella’s flagship wine; the jewel in the crown of this successful Osoyoos winery. A solo Merlot, the… Keep Reading
This November, gather your girlfriends for a well-deserved weekend of fun and festive cheer at the second annual Champagne & Stockings weekend, held at Spirit Vineyard Resort & Spa in Osoyoos, BC. Held from November 23rd-25th, Champagne & Stockings offers two full days of activities… Keep Reading
Its official; the world’s best syrah-based wine hails from our own backyard – Le Vieux Pin, just outside Oliver in the South Okanagan – according to an esteemed panel during the Judgement of Montreal Soirée des Connaisseurs 2012 – Syrah vs Syrah which happened Wednesday,… Keep Reading
The ever-popular Yaletown spot for all things pretty and stylish, Beauty Mark is having a three-day pop-up shop event starting from Thursday, October 18th to the 20th. They are collaborating with the chic boutique Lola Home & Apparel for this exciting shopping event. Don’t miss… Keep Reading
Happy World Egg Day! For those Vancouverites who want to celebrate this occasion, Bitter Tasting Room has got what you need. Their menu offers eggs done 3 ways: Pickled Egg, Deviled Egg and the all-time British classic, Scotch Egg – we are a particular fan… Keep Reading
Last Thursday we joined the Rosewood Hotel Georgia for Building an Artistic Community, an engaging evening of art discussions with internationally renowned artist Patrick Hughes as well as three esteemed members of the Vancouver art community, Bruce Grenville, Landon Mackenze and Christos Dikeakos. Guests gathered in the hotel’s enchanting Spanish Ballroom for… Keep Reading
The Rosewood Hotel Georgia is honoured to welcome internationally acclaimed Angelo Gaja, one of the world’s greatest winemakers, to the historic Spanish Ballroom on Wednesday October 17th. Angelo Gaja, regarded to be the man who embodies Italian wine like no other, is credited with revolutionizing… Keep Reading
The annual spring edition of the Vancouver Home + Design Show is back with all your favourite designers and home goods. Ask the professionals for pointers on how to make the most of your space including Extreme Makeover: Home Edition designer Jillian Harris, The Style… Keep Reading
On Thursday September 25th we stopped by Gap on Robson Street for a VIP preview of the GQ menswear designer collection, the only store in western Canada to carry this special line. The limited-time-only collection features designs from 6 high end independent designers from LA… Keep Reading
Get into the flavours of fall with the Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake from Bel Cafe. Served with cranberry and raspberry compote and bruleed at the top, save room for dessert after your turkey feast because this is one pumpkin dessert you don’t want to miss! $6.20… Keep Reading
The popular Canadian reality TV show ‘Recipe to Riches’ is back on Food Network Canada October 17th. It showcases the efforts of 21 amateur chefs vying for the chance to get their family recipe on the map as a President’s Choice product and ultimately win… Keep Reading