From the category archives:

Yaletown

Hub Restaurant and Lounge

by paulkamon 12.04.2009

In a rather bold move, Bill Marsh, owner of the Yaletown Browns Social House franchise, recently declared independence from the restaurant chain by shutting the doors for a few days and re-opening as Hub Restaurant and Lounge. Citing irreconcilable differences and wanting to get away from the franchise concept, the newly branded location has managed [...]

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The Don

by paulkamon 11.28.2009

On my first trip to Mexico for a wedding last spring, I stayed at an all-inclusive mega resort in Playa Del Carmen, the kind of place that cynical people like me tend to mock outwardly but deep inside long to indulge in the seductive credit card tickling excess of it all. Relaxing in a womb [...]

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Opus Hotel Celebrates their 7th Anniversary

by paulkamon 11.14.2009

The Opus Hotel, one of Vancouver’s first luxurious boutique accommodations, celebrated their 7th anniversary with typical aplomb and sassy style, rolling out a sexy cocktail party entitled Lust and Envy, named after the two signature cocktail creations by Opus bar manager Sherry Diggle and visiting cocktail dignitary Miss Charlotte Voisey, the global brand ambassador for [...]

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PR Newsdesk ~ Pre-Halloween Edition

by paulkamon 10.30.2009

Hendrick’s Gin inspired dinner at Lumiere; Get your spook on as the spirits beckon you to Voya; Artisan chocolate meets wine, beer, cocktails and canapes at The Refinery; Hamilton Street Grill’s Monthly Wine Tasting Series

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Society Set to Open in Yaletown

by paulkamon 10.28.2009

The Glowbal Group is expanding again. Right on the heels of their last big opening party for the re-imagined Coast in July, the sassy new baby in the family is called Society.
Come inside for a sneak peek.

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Special Glenfiddich Whisky Tasting

by paulkamon 10.19.2009

If I wasn’t already tied up and committed to another event, I would definitely be at this one soaking up all the peaty, oakey single-malt goodness. ~ PK

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Run Turkey Run!

by paulkamon 10.09.2009

Need help finding a Turkey dinner? Come inside and read about four dinners worth considering.
Happy Thanksgiving weekend everyone! ~ PK

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Of Mostly Wine and Food…

by paulkamon 10.08.2009

Big Guns + Bubbles at Araxi; The Italians are coming to Blue Water Cafe; Hamilton Street Grill’s Monthly Wine Tasting Series; 5th Annual Taste of Yaletown Event in Support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank.

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Elixir’s Water of Life

by BC Brew 07.08.2009

As a beer aficionado, I’ve always been curious about ale’s distilled cousin, whisky. Developing some understanding, however, takes time—something I don’t have a lot of. Fortunately, Elixir Bistro hosts a monthly tasting in the Velvet Room to help you accelerate the process. Whisky Wednesdays feature three varieties of whiskey paired with three tasting plates prepared [...]