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Autumn PR Delivery

by Editor 10.11.2011

UPDATED – 10/12/11
Marquis Wines Grand Tasting for Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland; News from Okanagan Crush Pad; Napa Valley Wines celebrated at sumptuous Chambar dinner; “Bring on the Bubble”; Autumn Wine Dinners at CinCin; YEW Pastry Chef Bruno Feldeisen takes to the Edible Canada Food Stage at Vancouver Home & Design Show; LFNG Portfolio [...]

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The American Cheesesteak Co. to Open on Davie Street

by Editor 10.01.2011

From the official press release…
The American Cheesesteak Co. Opens the Door to a Philadelphia Tradition
Restaurant is Vancouver’s first to pay homage to an authentic cheesesteak experience
(Vancouver, B.C. – October 24, 2011) One of America’s most iconic food experiences arrives in Vancouver as The American Cheesesteak Co. opens in the heart of the [...]

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The Best Chinese Restaurant You’ve Never Heard Of

by Canucklehead 09.29.2011

It made me chuckle when I read about Grant Achatz’s new ‘super’ exclusive Speakeasy a few months ago. Really? Here’s a tip, if you are the real deal, you don’t have go around telling everyone how exclusive you are. Even Disney is smart enough to keep its yap shut about Club 33, [...]

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Fall PR Harvest

by Editor 09.27.2011

New faces, flavours & wine fuelled events land at Beachside Forno this fall; Internationally celebrated artists delight diners at Hawksworth Restaurant; CRU re-opens with new look and new menus; Weekend brunch at the Oakwood Canadian Bistro; Quails’ Gate Winery brings home double gold from int’l Pinot Noir competition; “Write drunk; Edit sober”; Upcoming ‘La Table [...]

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Shark Fin Update

by Keith Talent 09.23.2011

Since our last post on the topic, California successfully banned shark fin soup, and that has seemingly been an impetus for a widening of the protest against this cruel and foolish dish. This week Yao Ming and Richard Branson, the most unlikely Superhero team ever, joined forces to speak out against the dish in Shanghai. [...]

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Oaxaca’s Elixir of the Gods

by BC Brew 09.19.2011

Once upon a time, a lightning bolt struck an agave (maguey) heart during a thunderstorm, cooking the inside and breaking it open. After the storm had passed, juice oozing from the piña attracted animals. People living nearby noticed them and set out to investigate, discovering the sweet nectar. They then began to roast the agave [...]

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Hit & Run – Boozy Weekend Edition

by Keith Talent 09.16.2011

Welcome to your roundup of all things drink. Kingsley Amis, Papa Hemingway and Christopher Hitchens approve! Come on in to read more about legal drinks on the golf course, a little bit of Appalachia in Newton, failing mass market beer brands and misguided public policy.

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A Terrible Meal

by Keith Talent 09.14.2011

Part of being the father of tween daughters is occasionally having to decide whether you want to negotiate a settlement to a familial disagreement or invoke parental privilege and close the topic to further discussion. Yeah, invoking closure is frequently the more hard assed option, but it also ensures premature tween angst and general moppiness. [...]

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September PR Flower

by Editor 09.13.2011

Two Chefs and a Table expands to Richmond; YEW restaurant + bar Launches new seafood concept; Mission Hill Family Estate celebrates the Fall Okanagan Wine Festival; Araxi celebrates 30 years at Whistler’s Cornucopia; The GLOWBAL COLLECTION
Going Global: September features; BCHF matches funds for those in need – October to be Tip Out To Help; Month; [...]

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The Pinkberry Has Landed

by Canucklehead 09.12.2011

What is Pinkberry? If you have been to Los Angeles – you’ll know that this chain of frozen yogurt shops commands a following that borders on the fanatical. I mean, even Larry David can’t resist. The promise of sweet ice cream goodness, topped with your choice of fruit, nuts, or sweet gooey sauces [...]

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California Proposes Shark Fin Ban

by Keith Talent 09.05.2011

Legislators in California are working towards a ban on the trade or possession of shark fins which are harvested through the controversial and frankly barbaric practice of live finning the fish and throwing the body back into the sea. Here in British Columbia the consumption is still common, while more progressive diners shun the dish. [...]

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A Wet Sloppy Kiss To Vancouver

by Keith Talent 08.30.2011

(WARNING – If banal cliched anecdotes so saccharine that you suspect they were written by local tourism public relations outfits make your teeth ache with dull rage, DO NOT READ FURTHER. Honestly, no one will think less of you, hell, I’d probably stop reading right now personally speaking.)
I had the nicest Vancouver day in ages [...]

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