Newly opened on street level of Hotel Blu, Black Rice Izakaya is a stylish compact bistro serving a nice selection of light bites. Fresh seafood form the basis for the sushi, nigiri and sashimi. Creative rice and noodle bowls, Japanese Tapas, Kushi-Yaki are nicely presented and, from what we tasted on our visit during their opening…
Dining out for Life 2015
Now in its 21st year, Dining out for Life takes place this Thursday, March 26, 2015. Dining out for your breakfast, lunch or dinner can help support people living with HIV/AIDS. Benefiting the charities, Friends for Life and A Loving Spoonful, restaurants from White Rock to Whistler are donating 25% of their food sales for the day….
Friday Find: Nanaimo Bar
I’ve been spending a bit of time in Nanaimo lately as Helijet opened its new route. Almost every visit has included a networking event or meeting and nearly every one featured a Nanaimo Bar on the menu. While it’s not a new find, the Friday Find this week may be a find for some. At…
Helijet takes off for Nanaimo
I’m sure we’ve all had a Nanaimo Bar or two with our morning tea and coffee. Now Helijet has made it easy to go grab one straight from one of the experts in Nanaimo. Yesterday, Helijet held the grand opening for its new service between Vancouver and downtown Nanaimo. Nanaimo Mayor Bill McKay welcomed visiting…
Vancouver Canucks honour Pat Quinn
On St Patricks Day, Irish eyes weren’t the only ones smiling as the Vancouver Canucks honoured the legendary Pat Quinn before their game against Philadelphia Flyers. Earlier in the day the City of Vancouver and the Canucks dedicated the street east of Rogers Arena “Pat Quinn Way”, creating a lasting tribute to the hockey legend. With Quinn…
Picks of the Week – March 18, 2015
While it feels like it’s been around for a while already, Spring officially starts this weekend let’s see what spring fun we find in the picks of the week: Doll: Tonight at The Vogue Theatre, former Dresden Doll, Amanda Palmer performs her solo work. Iced: Vancouver Canucks play host to Columbus Blue Jackets at Rogers…
Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa
A dropping Canadian dollar makes this year’s vacations abroad more pricey and staycations more appealing. Harrison Hot Springs is a great destinations for your spring or Easter break. The off-season is a great option for the usually bustling holiday resort, especially with this year’s rising temperatures bringing beach weather earlier than ever. Harrison Hot Springs Resort…