This summer at the Vancouver Art Gallery, discover the most significant exhibition of the master of modernism, Picasso. Picasso: The Artist & His Muses examines the relationship of his artwork and the six women who provided his creative inspiration. From the early 20th Century Paris through to his last year’s the exhibition delves into the evolution…
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EVO Summer Cinema 2016 Line-Up
Once again Ceperley Meadow at Second Beach in Stanley Park will be the site of the EVO Summer Cinema outdoor movie series. Tuesday nights from July 5 to August 23, the park will turn into a free public cinema. Four inflatable large movie screens will be set up around the meadow to allow maximum viewing…
Sunwave 2015 kicks off June 4
This Saturday, Sunwave 2016 kicks off with Open Air, the start to a season of great electronic music events. Throughout the summer, the 3rd Annual Sunwave brings exciting electronic music, cold craft brews and good times for all. Koerner’s Pub at UBC is the place to be, with one of the largest open air patios in…
June is Provence Rosés month
June is Provence Rosé month and in celebration of the world’s oldest Rosé and French wine region, Provence in Southern France, Vancouverites are invited to free tastings across the Lower Mainland. Provence has been a leading wine region in France for generations, known for its specialty in making Rosé wines. The popularity of Provence Rosés…
PNE Summer Nights Concerts 2016
Once again the Fair at the PNE has another line-up of stellar Summer Nights Concerts for the 2016 Fair. The PNE Amphitheatre is planning two-weeks of back-to-back music to please every fan. From Canada’s own Simple Plan to The Monkees’ 50th Anniversary Tour throw in, The Sheepdogs to Culture Club and the Summer Nights Concerts…
Origins & Celebrations of Victoria Day
Well before confederation Canada has been celebrating the May Long Weekend, in 1845 the colonial government recognized May 24th as Queen Victoria’s Birthday. Over a century later, we still celebrate Victoria Day on the Monday before May 25th. Not only a celebration of Queen Victoria but also the Canadian Sovereign’s Official Birthday. The status of…
Les Dames d’Escoffier present scholarships
Recently I mentioned that applications for Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter scholarships were open and at the end of April, the recipients of those scholarships were announced. Les Dames members gathered at Culinary Capers Catering for the BC Chapter’s annual Scholarship Reception. “This event is culmination of our volunteer efforts through the previous year” says…