Victoria, BC (November 26, 2024): As the holiday season approaches, the Magnolia Hotel & Spa invites guests to discover the perfect blend of relaxation and exploration in the heart of Victoria. Located in the heart of Victoria, moments from the Inner Harbour, the hotel makes… Keep Reading
Vancouver, B.C. (September 11th, 2024) – Hawksworth Restaurant is delighted to announce an exceptional culinary event, featuring the renowned Canadian Chef Ron McKinlay for a one-of-a-kind collaboration dinner on Wednesday, October 2nd. Originally hailing from British Columbia, Chef McKinlay is the Executive Chef at the… Keep Reading
Victoria, B.C. (September 3rd, 2024): The Courtney Room, Victoria’s Restaurant of the Year, announces a series of local brewery collaborations, the perfect sippers to celebrate the fall, bursting with Vancouver Island flavours. A partnership between The Courtney Room’s Chef Brian Tesolin and the talented teams at Herald Street Brew… Keep Reading
Victoria, BC (July 23rd, 2024): The Courtney Room’s delicious lunch and dinner menus feature a dedicated pasta section with multiple options, highlighting local makers, farm fresh produce and traditional techniques, crafted in-house and driven by the restaurant’s Executive Chef Brian Tesolin. Growing up in southern Ontario… Keep Reading
Whistler Blackcomb, B.C. (July 11, 2024 ) – Celebrated Chef David Hawksworth and his talented culinary team at Hawksworth Restaurant are pleased to announce a partnership with Whistler Blackcomb for the first, outdoor dining pop-up event atop Whistler Mountain. Guests are invited to experience a… Keep Reading
Vancouver, B.C. (June 27, 2024) – Hawksworth Restaurant is thrilled to announce an exclusive culinary collaboration with renowned Canadian Chef Jonathan Gushue. This exquisite dining experience on Sunday, July 14th, showcases the culinary mastery of Chef Gushue alongside Chef David Hawksworth and his team, including Hawksworth’s Head Chef Sylvain… Keep Reading
Savour the Sun of Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country with a delicious, exclusive six-course wine dinner at Notch8 Restaurant & Bar at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. In close collaboration with Notch8’s culinary team, the dinner will pair innovative dish creations with wines… Keep Reading
Hawksworth Restaurant is thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration dinner with esteemed Montreal chef Marc-André Royal on Tuesday, April 16th. This extraordinary culinary event will bring together the talents of Chef David Hawksworth, Chef Sylvain Assie, Chef Marissa Gonzalez, and Chef Marc-André Royal for an unforgettable dining… Keep Reading
The Courtney Room’s Executive Chef Brian Tesolin is excited to welcome chef teams from two of Western Canada’s most admired restaurants to Victoria to partner on innovative, collaborative menus each for one night only. On Sunday April 7th, Chef Warren Barr and Lily Verney-Downey of… Keep Reading
Inspired by the emerging spring produce on Vancouver Island, as well as the dedication of B.C. farmers, The Courtney Room unveils its new tasting menu, featuring innovative takes on familiar flavours and new techniques. “Curating our new tasting menu was a real growth moment for… Keep Reading
Victoria’s The Courtney Room is honoured to receive the highest designation for its wine program, announced last week at the 2024 Vancouver International Wine Festival. Named to the Platinum-tier of the Wine Program Excellence Awards, The Courtney Room was both the very first restaurant on… Keep Reading
Spring is on the horizon and it’s a great time to plan a fun, food-themed weekend to Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country. Pig Out Festival, taking place May 3-5, 2024, is one of the Okanagan Valley’s most anticipated wine and food festivals, with a whole-hog weekend… Keep Reading