Mmmmm Festive Beer! This is a beer that brings that Christmas cheer. I had to hunt this seasonal beer down as it's a brewing deal they have with Liquor Plus stores around the Island. This limited batch of Crème Brûlée Vanilla Stout is an 8% abv...
This is the kind of product I like to find out there. Locally produced foodie favorites are everywhere and even though you may look to Italy when shopping for balsamic vinegar, perhaps look a little closer? Nestled in the Cowichan Valley is the Venturi-Schulze Vineyards...
The Gold Medal Plates took place last night and it was quite the event! I just learned via Facebook that the executive chef at one of my favorite BC resorts took home the bronze. Terry Pichor earned it with his delicious Thiessen Farms duck, foie...
On November 9th 2013 the Four Seasons in Whistler is hosting Perfect Pairings, an event that showcases some of the best food and wine our province has to offer. Tickets for the event at the Sidecut Restaurant are $125 which includes includes wine reception, wine,...
For 10 days starting on October 4th the 2013 Fall Okanagan Wine Festival kicks off its celebration of earthly delights from our top local wineries. This is the only wine festival of it's kind here in North America which is held during the grape harvest...
Those looking to get into the best part of our province, and by that I mean wine, beer and food then you're in luck! Kicking off on September 20th at the Cascades Casino Resort is the 3rd annual Cork & Keg Festival. It's expected to...
If you're on the Island and going to be anywhere near Bear Mountain, then I suggest heading up there for a this sandwich alone. Well, that or the take in some golf while you're there and then get your hands on this charred chorizo delight....
One more year and BC will have its hands on one of two single malt whisky's made in Canada. Shelter Point Distillery has about a year left on their very first batch of whisky and I'm personally quite excited. Their initial cask offering in 2012...
For those that love their Okanagan wine and the life that comes with are in luck as one of the regions most well known vineyards in the Naramata Bench is up for sale. This is the chance to own 18 acres on the beautiful lakefront...
Some of the best cheese I've had anywhere in this province comes from the Salt Spring Island Cheese company. The first time I got my hands on their fresh cheese on location, I never had it so good. Since 1994 the cheese has been coming...
I spent a great deal of time (and money) this summer experiencing the different wines this province has to offer. While everyone has different tastes when it comes to their wine, I thought we'd take a look at who ranked the best. The Okanagan is...
One of my favorite places to relax and unwind with a local beer (sometimes wine) is without a doubt The Bengal Lounge which is located in the heart of The Empress Hotel. Victoria is known for its restaurants and lounges and this place comes highly...