East Vancouver has been called the Craft Beer Capital of Canada however all around the province, distilleries are catching up when it comes to producing craft spirits.
BC Distilled is Canada’s premier craft and micro-distillery festival, raising a glass to BC’s burgeoning distillery industry.
The third annual festival, happening on Saturday, March 26th, will feature 27 BC-based artisan distilleries, offering attendees the opportunity to sample locally-made gin, whisky, liqueurs, vodka and more.
BC Distilled Festival
Where: Croatian Cultural Centre (3520 Commercial Drive, Vancouver)
When: Saturday, March 26, 2016
Trade Tasting: 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Public Tasting: 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Tickets: Tickets are $59.99 and include sample pours from 27 distilleries.
You can also learn the art of pairing, as many of the festival’s partnering restaurants and chefs collaborate with distilleries to complement cocktails with their canapés. Like what you’re trying? Take a bottle home thanks to the Legacy Liquor “Pop-Up Shop” on-site that will be selling more than 100 products from participating distilleries.
BC Distilled is an invitation to imbibe (responsibly) with proceeds going to support the Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS). PADS service and hearing dogs provide life-changing independence and enhanced quality of life to those with physical disabilities other than blindness. A charity auction and a raffle of some exhibitors’ donated wares will raise additional funds for the cause.
Win Tickets to the BC Distilled Festival
I have a pair of tickets to give away to the public tasting event, here’s how you can enter to win:
- Leave a comment on this post (1 entry)
- Post the following on Twitter (1 entry)
Follow BC Distilled on Facebook and Twitter for more information. Please enjoy responsibly. Must be 19+. I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Sunday, March 20, 2016.
Update The winner is @Roselyn_Savady!
A new season of market shopping is upon us and whether you’re looking for local produce, artisanal goodies, or hand-crafted gems, you’ll love browsing, and filling your baskets, at these upcoming events:
Spring Markets in Vancouver
Portobello West
Where: Creekside Community Recreation Centre
When: Saturday, March 19 & Sunday March 20, 2016 11:00am to 5:00pm
Details: Shop Portobello West for a wide variety of local goods ranging from men & women’s fashion, jewelry, home accessories, art, gourmet treats, baby & kids items, and more. Live music and food trucks. Admission is a minimum $2 entry and children under 12 free.
Blim Market
Where: Heritage Hall at 3102 Main Street, Vancouver
When: Sunday, March 20, 2016 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Details: The Blim Market will feature 50 local artisans—jewellery, vintage, original apparel, baked goods, handmade goods, accessories; door prizes & raffle draw for Blim gift certificates at 2:00pm and 4:00pm; admission is by donation.
Fall For Local
Where: Pipe Shop Building (115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver)
When: Sunday, April 10, 2016 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Details: Shop a wide range of high quality local goods in an upbeat environment at Fall for Local. First 50 guests get a local goodie canvas tote. Admission is $5 cash only. Kids are free. Buy online in advance for $3.
Make It
Where: The PNE Forum (2901 E Hastings Street, Vancouver)
When: Friday, April 22, 2016 11:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday, April 23, 2016 10:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday, April 24, 2016 11:00am to 5:00pm
Details: Make It‘s spring show has one-of-a-kind handmade items from over 150 of Canada’s best makers, designers, and crafters. Now with food carts and a beer garden. Pay once, shop 3 days. $5 at the door, kids 12 and under are free.
The Oddfellows Market
Where: 5425 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta
When: Saturday, March 26, 2016 11:00am to 5:00pm
Details: The Oddfellows Market brings artisans, makers, creatives and vintage collectors together under one roof. Plus a few food trucks thrown in the mix. Admission by donations. Kids free. Door prizes.
Nifty for Fifty
Where: Heritage Hall at 3102 Main Street, Vancouver
When: Sunday, April 10, 2016 11:00am to 8:00pm
Details: At Nifty for Fifty, 30 local designers and artists will gather under one roof for the 9th annual Nifty for Fifty shopping sale. Find everything from accessories to clothing and trinkets, all for $50 or less. Admission for entrance is $2 at the door.
Crafty Affaire Spring Market
Where: Crafty Affaire Spring Market (Elgin Hall, 14250 Crescent Rd, Surrey)
When: Saturday, April 23, 2016, 10:00am to 5:00pm
Details: A Little Handmade Market where you’ll find handmade creations, one-of-a-kind treasures and delicious treats for all! $2 Admission. Kids free. Door prizes.
Vancouver Farmers Markets
Where: Nat Bailey Farmers Market (4601 Ontario St, Vancouver)
When: Saturdays until April 23, 2016 10:00am to 2:00pm
Details: The best place to be on a rainy Saturday! Each week you can look forward to finding locally grown vegetables and fruit, meat and seafood from local ranchers and fishermen, artisan cheese and bread, herbs and seasonal nursery items, baked goods, prepared foods and artisanal crafts.
Where: Hastings Park Farmers Market (Hastings Skate Park, Renfrew, Vancouver)
When: Sundays until May 1, 2016 10:00am to 2:00pm
Details: Find the market between the Forum and the Agrodome and stroll down tree-lined pathways, wander through the Italian garden and stop by the sanctuary pond, bring the kids bundled up and play in the playground, or drop into the skateboard park. The Hastings Park Farmers Market features a great selection of local produce; nursery items, fish, meat & dairy; artisan prepared foods, baking and treats; the best in local crafts, and of course, hot food trucks.
Got Craft? Spring Edition
Where: Pipe Shop Building (115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver)
When: Saturday, May 7 & Sunday, May 8, 2016 10:00am to 5:00pm
Details: Got Craft? is a curated boutique event created to showcase favourite handmade designers. Shop for one of a kind goods, meet local makers, and talk about their creative processes. Join one of the D.I.Y. workshops and craft your own take home project. $5 at the door or $3 postcard coupon.
East Van Bazaar
Where: Wise Hall (1882 Adanac St, Vancouver)
When: Sunday, May 8, 2016 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Details: The East Van Bazaar: Mother’s Day Edition is more than a market, it’s a manifestation of creativity! Celebrate and explore a thriving community of local artists, artisans, makers, shakers, doers and dreamers. Tickle your fancy with a distinct selection of hand-crafted jewelry, local woodwork, new gadgets, oddities, trinkets, collectibles, cool handmade items, vintage reworks, and heaps more. Over 35 curated vendors, food & drink offerings, live music.
Bonus
Just outside Vancouver and up the Sea to Sky Highway, the Refresh Market takes place at West Coast Railway Heritage Park on April 23rd.
Vancouver’s original Irish pub, The Blarney Stone, is celebrating all things Irish this St Patrick’s Day with five days of festivities for the whole family that started this past weekend.
St Patrick’s Day at the Blarney Stone
Here’s what else is coming up at the Blarney Stone this week:
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Irish Acoustic Night (Sponsored by Jameson Irish Whiskey)
Popular Guitar & Fiddle Duo, The Doolins, take the stage at 7:00pm
Free Pool, darts, classic Irish Craic, Irish fare & drink specials.
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
St Patrick’s Day Eve (Sponsored by Molson Canadian)
Be the first to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Blarney Stone as they bring in the holiday at midnight. Live classic Celtic music from The Wheat in the Barley, countdown and Balloon drop at midnight, Irish dancers, $13.50 pitchers of Molson Canadian all night.
Thursday, March 17, 2016
St Patrick’s Day Street Party sponsored by Magners Irish Cider and Guinness. Along the entire 200 Block of Carrall Street from 9:00am to 2:00am. Featuring:
St Patrick’s Day Brunch Buffet 9:00am to 12:00pm
Outdoor Street Tent with Live Music
Irish and Scottish Dancers
Live Irish and Rock music from the Infamous Pat Chessell Band
Pipes and Drums
Circus Performers
Free Balloons and Face Painting
Irish Party Favours
Acoustic Street Performance by Sebastien Wen
Live Celtic, Folk and Reggae with The Sheets
Live Party Anthems, Irish, Rock and Folk covers from The Loaded Stones.
Irish, Rock, Folk, Top 40 and Electronic spins with DJ Steel
Win a Blarney Stone St Patrick’s Day Ticket Pack
I have two ticket packs to give away, each including 4 tickets to St Patrick’s Day at the Blarney Stone PLUS a $100 gift card! Here’s how you can enter to win:
- Leave a comment on this post (1 entry)
- Post the following on Twitter (1 entry)
Follow The Blarney Stone on Twitter and Facebook for more information. I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Must be 19+. Please enjoy responsibly.
Update The winners are Adam and Christine!
Kids get in Free at VanDusen Garden and Bloedel Conservatory this spring break! From March 14th to March 24th, take advantage of up to two free child admissions* with the purchase of a regular price adult, senior or youth admission at VanDusen Garden and/or Bloedel Conservatory.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
5251 Oak Street
Vancouver,BC V6M 4H1
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Bloedel Conservatory
4600 Cambie Street
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2Z1
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Find your way through a hedge maze, spot local wildlife, discover over 7,000 different plants from around the world and enjoy a family picnic at VanDusen Garden. Enjoy garden features, plant collections, art in the gardens, and wildlife.
Then head to the tropical Bloedel Conservatory and discover exotic birds and plants inside the lush dome located at the top of Queen Elizabeth Park. Inside the dome there are three separate climatic zones: Tropical, Subtropical and Desert. Browse the plant collections and try to spot one of the 100 residents free-flying birds.
Follow VanDusen on Facebook for more information about hours, location, and special events. *Offers are exclusive to each facility and cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts.
