Archive of posts tagged "restaurants"

Win High Tea for Two: Secret Garden Tea Company Moves to New Location

Comments 238 by Rebecca Bollwitt

For two decades, the Secret Garden Tea Company in Kerrisdale has been offering a tranquil haven for Vancouverites to enjoy a spot of tea and delicious fresh-baked treats with friends and family. Co-owner Kathy Wyder’s grandma was the inspiration for the tea room after lamenting there wasn’t one in Kerrisdale. So Kathy and a friend […]

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The Best Tacos in Vancouver

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

A taco is the best summer snack. It’s a hand-held pocket of bright, tongue-tingling flavours served up with fresh, local ingredients that you can take on the go — as long as you have enough napkins handy to soak up whatever juicy, saucy goodness your taco purveyor has served up. John and I area always […]

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Tim Hortons New Espresso Products

Comments 277 by Rebecca Bollwitt

There are a few things I miss when I’m on the road, outside of the country. Marine weather reports for the Strait of Georgia, hockey scores, and my morning walk to the local Tim Hortons with John on his way to work. We’re getting ready to drive across America to visit his family and before […]

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Where to Eat and Drink in Victoria, BC

Comments 5 by Steffani Cameron

The following has been contributed by Steffani Cameron, who is in the middle of a 5-year worldwide adventure that she is chronicling at FullNomad.com. A photo posted by Steffani Cameron (@snarkysteff) on Apr 20, 2015 at 6:45pm PDT Where to Eat and Drink in Victoria, BC There are people who will tell you that Victoria […]

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Win a Big Smoke Burger Gift Card

Comments 123 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Big Smoke Burger, a gourmet burger concept that started in Toronto, arrived in Vancouver last summer and they’re now celebrating the launch of their second location in the area, at SFU in Burnaby. About Big Smoke Burger Founded in 2007 by Mustafa Yusuf, Big Smoke burger sources the freshest ingredients to deliver the best possible […]

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Dining Out For Life 2016

by Rebecca Bollwitt

On Thursday, March 10, 2016, Dining Out For Life returns for its 22nd year in support of individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS and other serious illnesses in BC. Dining Out for Life With over 100 participating restaurants, from Whistler to White Rock, Dining Out For Life is British Columbia’s largest hospitality fundraiser. A full […]

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The Italian Gas Station Experiment at Salt Tasting Room

Comments 130 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Salt Tasting Room is launching the Italian Gas Station Experiment, but the concept of “drive through” and “greasy spoon” will be the last thing on your mind, and your palette. The food that Italian motorists refuel with is anything but boring, and Gastown’s premier destination for wine and cheese is traveling to Italy to share […]

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White Spot Christmas Day Luncheon for Charity

by Rebecca Bollwitt

For the 14th consecutive year, staff at the Kingsway Vancouver and Richmond Centre White Spot locations will donate their time and tips on Christmas Day to support local charities. The two restaurants hope to beat last year’s combined fundraising total of $16,000. Since the Christmas Day Luncheon’s inception, more than $160,000 has been generated for […]

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Win The North Shore Foodie Book

Comments 58 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Recipes, local history, vibrant photography, and information about some of the best proprietors in the area all converge in the recently-released North Shore Foodie book by Brad Hill. These pages aim to add a story to your dinner and will convince you that “knowledge is flavour”. The North Shore Foodie Recipe Book is a showcase […]

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Win a Shark Club Gift Card

Comments 144 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Shark Club is back! A staple of the pre-game/post-game scene in Vancouver has re-opened its doors and it’s bigger than ever. The original Shark Club opened at 180 West Georgia Street in 1993, and after an 18-month rebuilding, a new team of designers, chefs, bartenders and staff has brought the bar up to a […]

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