This week’s Drink of the Week is a glass of Mission Hill 2011 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc that we enjoyed at the Les Clefs d’Or annual reception earlier this week. Local concierge, media and industry members gathered at the Vancouver Art Gallery for an inspirational reception… Keep Reading
This week’s Drink of the Week is a beer flight from Bitter Tasting Room, one of our favourite Gastown rooms. No need to be a beer lover at all, in fact beer flights are perfect for those new to the world of beer. Mix and match… Keep Reading
The Yaletown Business Improvement Association is happy to announce that Concord Pacific is the presenting sponsor for Candytown, the only free outdoor Christmas festival in Downtown Vancouver. Candytown will transform the heritage district of Yaletown into a winter wonderland on Friday November 23 from 3pm… Keep Reading
Last Friday we joined Aura Restaurant at Nita Lake Lodge in celebrating the award-winning wines of Tinhorn Creek Vineyards in an exclusive winemakers’ dinner during Whistler Cornucopia. We enjoyed a delicious menu inspired by seasonal, organic vegetables crafted by talented Executive Chef Michael Guy, as… Keep Reading
This week’s Drink of the Week is LaStella Winery’s latest release, the Maestoso ‘Solo’ Merlot 2009. We were lucky enough to try this amazing new wine at the LaStella open house last month, and just couldn’t resist sharing it with our fellow wine-loving fans. The… Keep Reading
Celebrate the holiday season with timeless elegance and charm at Victoria’s leading boutique hotel. With the lead up to Christmas well underway, the Magnolia Hotel & Spa launches the Ultimate Victorian Christmas package, for those looking to indulge in Victoria’s legendary Christmas cheer or simply… Keep Reading
Give the gift of fine wine this holiday season with exquisite wine picks from LaStella and Le Vieux Pin wineries. For a limited time, these leading South Okanagan wineries are offering premium gift packages starting from $59. A well-chosen token for a holiday party host… Keep Reading
Photo via Yaletown BIA Last Thursday local foodies and cocktalians flocked to Minami Restaurant for Shake Up Yaletown. The fun cocktail competition featured six of Yaletown’s top bartenders as they blended premium ingredients with Bacardi rum, for the title of People’s Choice and Judge’s Choice for… Keep Reading
Find yourself in an autumn rut? Attend the Salt Cellar Series run by Salt Tasting Room in Gastown. This edition will be focusing on prominent wine producers from all over BC. Pair that night’s feature lush with artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and condiments that are made… Keep Reading
This week’s Drink of the Week we savoured at the 6th Annual Toast to the Coast that took place earlier this month on October 12th. Each year the Vancouver Aquarium transforms into a magical after-hours experience for Toast to the Coast where over 550+ professionals gather to celebrate great wine and… Keep Reading
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