Dominion Bar + Kitchen (“Dominion”) is revolutionizing Surrey’s restaurant culture with a new social space located in the lobby of Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection, the first world-class hotel built in the area in over two decades.
Dominion Bar + Kitchen at Surrey Civic Plaza
With views that overlook Surrey Civic Plaza, a vibrant public square with immediate transit access and pedestrian walkways, Dominion Bar + Kitchen is expected to be the culinary destination for residents of and visitors to Surrey.
Dominion will draw inspiration from the idea of cultural unity to create a menu of ‘New Canadian’ cuisine that embraces inclusivity, share plates, and dishes influenced from diverse cultures across the region.
Signature dishes include the Bao Mac mini cheese burger in a Chinese-style open-side bun and the Jäger Chicken marinated in Jägermeister and served with German spaetzle noodle dumplings.
The menu doesn’t end with cuisine, it incorporates British Columbia’s two leading beverage craves: craft beer and VQA wine. Dominion’s craft beer selection focuses on local breweries across Metro Vancouver, such as Four Winds, Steel and Oak, and Parallel 49. The menu has local BC wine favourites, Burrowing Owl, Joie Farm, and Nichol Vineyard, from the Okanagan Valley. Dominion will also feature wine on tap, with a system that maintains wine freshness, minimizes oxidation, and prevents overheating.
Guests will be greeted by a ten foot, vibrant yellow portal door with custom Dominion ‘D’ shaped handles made by Vancouver-based fabricator, Birdman the Welder. Above the door, Dominion’s sign will be illuminated with blue LED backlighting.
The interior will be an eclectic mix of intricate industrial lighting, bold furniture, and striking colours. Custom Italian, red leather upholstered banquettes, are perfectly contrasted with a stunning custom-designed chandelier, Circle Grigio Don Gaeta Italian floor tile, and local art.
The feature display along the washroom corridor has three industrial photography images of the Surrey Steel Fabrication shop, captured by Brian Howell, an award winning photographer based in North Delta. Howell is known for contemporary photography that bring everyday images to life.
As someone who grew up in Surrey, and has seen the city evolve so much over the years, I’m excited to have a new social hub in my hometown, close to family. I look forward to hopping on the SkyTrain from Downtown Vancouver to check out the some craft cocktails, local beer, and New Canadian nibbles at Dominion.
Win a Gift Card
I have a $50 gift card to give away so that a lucky reader can check out Dominion when it opens its door at the end of March! Here’s how you can enter to win:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. Follow Dominion on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for the latest updates.
Update The winner is Jenny!
Variety – The Children’s Charity of BC invites you to spend One Night in Havana this spring at an enchanting new gala. Two-time JUNO Award winner, and four-time Latin Grammy winner Alex Cuba and his band will be performing while you step into the old world glamour, where colours, music and culture will whisk you away for the evening.
One Night in Havana
When: Saturday, April 14, 2018 6:00pm to 11:30pm
Where: Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront Vancouver (1133 W Hastings St, Vancouver)
Tickets: Available online now for $250 ($225 for Variety BC members). VIP tickets are $500 and they include pre-Gala reception along with complimentary drinks, salsa lessons, a professional photo and a VIP pass for auction items.
In addition to his Latin Grammy and JUNO wins, Alex Cuba has also earned three Grammy nominations including just last month where he was up for “Best Latin Pop Album” for his latest release, Lo Único Constante.
“The evening is going to transport you to Havana and will be just mind-blowing,” said Jill Sinclair, “One Night in Havana” Committee Chair, Radio Host, Author and Business Coach. “We’re calling it the un-gala Gala as guests are encouraged to dress up in their chicest Cuban attire.”
Produced by The Social Concierge, the event will begin at 6:00 pm and will be hosted by Global BC’s Paul Haysom and Sonia Sunger, the popular news anchor team from Global News Morning. The evening will also include salsa dancers, rum carts, dominos, a multi-course dinner and both a live and a silent auction.
About Variety BC
Variety – the Children’s Charity steps in where health care ends, providing direct help to children with special needs in BC and the Yukon. For over 50 years Variety has ensured children have the support to reach their potential. Funding from Variety helps to cover costs for medical care and services, mobility equipment, specialized therapies and developmental programs not covered by private or public health plans.
Win Tickets!
I have a pair of tickets to give away to the One Night in Havana event supporting Variety BC. Here’s how you can enter to win:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 10:00pm on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. UPDATE The winner is Kaleigh Nevin!
For more information, follow Variety BC on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Miss604’s Rebecca Bollwitt is a proud member of the Board of Directors of Variety – The Children’s Charity of BC
The 24th annual Dining Out for Life (“DOFL”) fundraiser will take place on Thursday, March 22, 2018.
Dining Out for Life
From Whistler to White Rock and across the Lower Mainland, DOFL’s restaurant partners will donate 25% of their food sales in support of individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS and co-existing illnesses.
Over the past 24 years, DOFL has raised over $3.5 million, with all proceeds directly benefiting the programs and services provided free-of-charge by registered not-for-profit A Loving Spoonful. These include:
- An average of 100,000 meals per year delivered to individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS in Metro Vancouver.
- A Loving Spoonful Wellness Program, including nutritional counselling and meal planning
- A Loving Spoonful is often the main point of contact for services to our clients, who are often affected by multiple and co-existing illnesses such as cancer, Hep C, heart disease and mental illness
A Loving Spoonful is a volunteer-driven, non-partisan Society that provides free, nutritious meals to people living with HIV/AIDS in Greater Vancouver. A Loving Spoonful is the constant support of over 250 adults and children living with HIV/AIDS throughout the Greater Vancouver area
From Burgoo and Cactus Club, to Maenam, Pourhouse, and Wildebeest – there are over 50 restaurant options. By patronizing a partner restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner on Thursday, March 22, 2018, you’ll be supporting people in need right here at home.
Follow Dining Out for Life on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook with the tag #VanDOFL for more information.
SKOOKUM is a new festival experience from the producers of Squamish Valley Music Festival that will take to Stanley Park September 7-9, 2018. The Killers along with Florence + the Machine have just been announced as headliners of an impressive roster of rock and contemporary talent scheduled for the weekend.
Skookum Lineup
The Killers, Florence + the Machine
Metric, Arkells, The War On Drugs, St. Vincent, Father John Misty, Blue Rodeo, Mother Mother, Chromeo, Bahamas, Stereophonics, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Cold War Kids, Greta Van Fleet, Dear Rouge, Buffy Sainte Marie, Matt Mays, Current Swell, Black Pistol Fire, Whitehorse, Matt Anderson, The Zolas, Hey Ocean!, Midnight Shine, Delhi 2 Dublin, Barney Bentall, The Julian Taylor Band, Crystal Shawanda, The Matinée, Belle Game, Little Destroyer, The Boom Booms featuring Ta’Kaiya Blaney, William Prince, Shred Kelly, Kelly Derrickson, Murray Porter, Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Mob Bounce, daysormay, Bitterly Divine, The Carnival Band and Zynth & Co.
Passes
Passes go on sale to the general public at 10:00am on Friday, March 16, 2018.
TIER 1: CA$289 + service charges & fees. Available in limited quantity.
TIER 2: CA$319 + service charges & fees.
VIP TIER 1: CA$599.00 + service charges & fees. Available in limited quantity.
VIP TIER 2: CA$699.00 + service charges & fees.
Virgin Presale:
Wednesday, March 14 2018 10:00am to Thursday, March 15 2018 10:00pm
Front of the Line by American Express Invites Presale:
Thursday, March 15 2018 10:00am to 10:00pm
Other Presales:
Thursday, March 15 2018 10:00am to 10:00pm
About Skookum
Located on the unceded traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, Stanley Park’s Brockton Field Complex will be home to this brand new three-day Skookum that will celebrate diversity and creativity and showcase some of the very best in music, food and art.
Organizers are planning massive collaborative murals, interactive installations, innovative sculptures and communal art activities. Highlighting Vancouver’s favourite restaurants the food options will be accompanied by award-winning local craft breweries, winemakers, and mixologists. Enjoy a curated picnic basket, a restaurant pop-up, or one of the event’s long table dinners.
For more information, follow SKOOKUM on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter with the tag #SkookumFestival.
The Made on Salt Spring market is bringing some of the world famous Salt Spring Saturday market goodness right into Vancouver on March 23 to March 25. This is your chance to shop over 40 of local vendors, makers, artisans, artists, and more.
Made on Salt Spring
When: Friday, March 23: 4:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday, March 24: 10:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday, March 25: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Where: Heritage Hall (3102 Main St, Vancouver)
Tickets: Admission is $5 for adults, and free for kids under 12 years. The first 25 people through the door each day will take home goodie bags filled with samples and coupons from island vendors, with 10 additional bags up for grabs throughout the day.
We adore Salt Spring so much, and have visited in the spring for our anniversary, the summer for wine tastings and hikes, and in the winter for their holiday festivities. It’s full of natural beauty, and creative people who make it such an interesting place to visit. With that said, I am thrilled to sponsor Made on Salt Spring and present this amazing offer…
Win a Spring Fling Getaway to Salt Spring Island
Find yourself on beautiful Salt Spring Island for your own personal, Spring Fling! You and a guest will be treated to a two-night stay on “Canada’s Coolest Island” (Washington Post), courtesy of Made on Salt Spring and Miss 604!
Spring Fling Getaway Prize
Cottages on Salt Spring
Here’s how you can enter to win:
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Follow Made on Salt Spring on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more information.
Contest Rules: The Spring Fling contest is based on availability, and expires on November 30, 2018. I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Wednesday, March 21, 2018.
Update The winner is Kathleen B!
