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The Melody of Craft Beer

by Rick Green 05.13.2012

In most cultures, social gatherings commonly involve three elements – food, alcohol, and music. With Vancouver Craft Beer Week I & II, the connection between beer and food, beyond the typical burgers and pizza, was well-established. Now, VCBW III turns the spotlight on music with our craft brewers featured as rock stars.
Music is represented by [...]

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Beer, Music, New Chefs and a Deluge of Mother’s Day PR

by Editor 05.08.2012

(Image by: emerson12)
Mission Hill welcomes Chris Isaak and Lyle Lovett to Summer concert series; Vancouver Craft Beer Week at Pourhouse; CinCin announces new executive chef Andrew Richardson; Alvin Pillay joins the Donnelly Group as development chef; Mother’s Day at Oru; Make it a memorable Mom’s day with the Glowbal Collection; Mother’s Day at Thierry; A [...]

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A Sneak Peek at 49th Parallel’s Doughnut Shop

by Colter Jones 05.08.2012

What do you get when you combine great coffee with high quality doughnuts? Answer: the worst kept secret in town.
I’ve been busily working away at preparing to open the second café for 49th Parallel, which will feature doughnuts under the brand of “Lucky’s Doughnuts”. Why doughnuts you say? Why not?!

The idea of doing doughnuts began [...]

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Mid-Island Food News: May 2012

by Hans Peter Meyer 05.03.2012

This column is about all kinds of food stuff that happens in the geographic (and gastronomic) heart of Vancouver Island: the greater Comox Valley – Campbell River region. It’s a rich region. If you’ve got news, be part of the conversation. Share this information. Join the discussion on Facebook or Twitter.
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Chef/owner Chris Zmeis hails from [...]

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Celebrating a Sustainable BC Delicacy

by Rick Green 05.02.2012

The 6th Annual Spot Prawn Festival kicks off the BC spot prawn season with a Spot Prawn Boil on May 5 at False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Participants will receive a plate of fresh-off-the-boat prawns, accompanied by sides, sauces, and baked goods from Terra Breads. Beverages from Mogiana Coffee, R&B Brewing, and [...]

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Events Pictorial: Pink Thai, Bob Blumer, Roaming Dragon, Fraiche, Winery Eggs, Tequila!, Reflections, Caché, Famoso

by Brian K Smith 05.01.2012

Come inside and check out some photos from the latest F&B events Urban Diner has attended over the last few weeks…

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April Showers May Flowers PR

by Editor 04.24.2012

(Image by: Luke Hoagland)
Cibo continues its celebration of all things rustic with two new special events; Hawksworth Restaurant announces team of runners & brunch special for BMO Vancouver Half Marathon; Tommasi Wines from Northern Italy May 2nd at Teahouse; Painted Rock Tasting April 24 – Seasons In The Park; Q4 Ristorante by Quattro will relocate [...]

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Are You Ready To Rock? [video]

by Editor 04.12.2012

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Spring PR Blossom

by Editor 04.05.2012

Spring Into Easter at Thierry; Aprons for Gloves; The Glowbal Restaurant Group is committed to its team and guests;
Bittered Sling Bistro: April 2012 with Okanagan Spirits; Pink Elephant Thai turns one in April; Wild BC Spot Prawn festivals in BC; Mission Hill Family Estate presents ‘An Evening with Chris Botti’ June 24; ORU – the [...]

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March PR Waves

by Editor 03.13.2012

(Image by: Roger McLassus)
Award winning Cobre restaurant is on the move!; Enjoy live Jazz every Wednesday night at Uva in March; Jour du Macaron @ Thierry; Le Vieux Pin releases 2nd vintage of Syrah and Viognier; The return of Glowbal Collection’s passport program; Hawksworth embarks on Hong Kong culinary adventure; Market by Jean-Georges presents “Return [...]

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Wine Festival Will Continue Without the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre

by Sheila Whittaker 03.10.2012

On the coattails of a successful wine festival, the Vancouver Playhouse Theatre Company announced March 9th that it will wind down operations. The last performance will be tonight, March 10th, at the end of Hunchback. This announcement ends 49 seasons of the company’s regional theatre in Vancouver.

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Central City Rauchbier Launched with a Bacon Explosion

by Rick Green 03.08.2012

^ l to r, Sous Chef, Matthew Nichols, Executive Chef, Carl Sawatsky, Brewmaster, Gary Lohin.
Ever since Central City Brewing brewmaster, Gary Lohin, learned of the The Bacon Explosion, he’s been looking for an appropriate excuse to make it. (What took you so long, Gary?) The occasion finally came on February 25 when Central City launched [...]

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