It’s almost time for Turkey! Thanksgiving long weekend brings lots of time for family, friends and fun. With Halloween just around the corner we see some spooky fun creeping into the picks of the week… Kicks: Tonight, Whitecaps FC hope to lock up a playoff berth when they take on western rivals Dallas FC at…
Author: Jay Minter
Fraser River Lodge
This summer, I had the privilege of attending a good friend’s wedding at the beautiful Fraser River Lodge in Agassiz, BC. The majestic yet rustic luxury log lodge is perched on the edge of the mighty Fraser River. Surrounded by 18 acres of private land with a 2000 foot shoreline, guests are treated to stunning views…
Food Talks – Vol 13 : UBC – October 27, 2015
It’s been a while since the last Food Talks so it’s time for a fall edition of Vancouver Foodster’s food education series. Food Talks Volume 13, takes place October 27, 2015 at UBC’s Sage Restaurant. This evening allows foodies and their friends to mingle and learn about the UBC food, nutrition and hospitality services. Start…
Fright Nights starts next Friday!
It’s the time of year for fear! Fright Nights takes over Playland starting next Frightday, October 9th. Scare up some fun in 7 haunted houses, The Monsters of Schlock comedy-stunt show, Radiant Heat Fire Troupe and 15 hair-raising rides including the extreme pendulum ride The Beast. All the scares you need are included with the price…
Tasting Plates Kitsilano West – recap
Last night, Tasting Plates Kitsilano West took us on a food adventure around the West Side. Established neighbourhood faves on West 4th and some food finds on West Broadway welcomed tasting platers. Check-in was at the 3 month old, Essentia Café at 3498 W Broadway. Bringing Vancouver a modern European coffee experience, Essentia Cafe served a pair…
Picks of the Week – September 30, 2015
Hard to believe it’s already the end of September! Let’s see if these picks of the week will keep you busy as we’re starting out autumn Taste: Tonight is a chance to explore some of the new and familiar restaurants along West Broadway on Tasting Plates Kitsilano West Gig: While hearing “Chelsea Dagger”, can be like a…
Modern Cafe, Nanaimo
Located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, Modern Cafe is a historic heart of the Harbour City. Since 1946, the Cafe is seen the downtown’s ebbs and flows, having become a centrepiece of the resurgence of Commercial Street. The classic 1940’s refurbished neon sign serves as a beacon to the location. While at first glance…