“Globally Inspired and Locally Created” is the philosophy of Ned Bell, the new Executive Chef of the Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver. Look for Ned’s ‘farm to table’ menu to debut at the Four Seasons already terrific YEW Restaurant mid-August. The Okanagan born chef bring a wealth of experience to his latest restaurant. Apprenticing in Vancouver…
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Edible Canada At The Market
Last week the brand new Edible Canada at the Market officially opened its doors to the public. The latest evolution in a dream that began with one man and a 400 sq ft market stall to a team of 80+ and a 3,500 square foot culinary centre in the heart of Granville Island. I walked…
Toronto FC vs Whitecaps FC
BMO Field – June 29, 2011 For the past 4 seasons soccer fans in Canada have heard about the success of the Toronto FC fanbase (unfortunately they haven’t been successful on the field). With the addition of Vancouver to the MLS landscape this season, there is bound to be comparison between the two Canadian clubs. …
The Distillery Historic District Toronto
Amongst the renovated century old Victorian buildings of Toronto’s former Gooderham and Worts Distillery lay a National Historic Site with the charm and energy of relaxed European cafe culture and the hipness and vibe of New York’s SOHO or Chelsea neighbourhoods. In the late 1800’s Gooderham and Worts was the largest distillery in the world,…
Put your best foot forward at Bata Shoe Museum
The Bata Shoe Museum in downtown Toronto is a unique museum dedicated to collecting, preserving, archiving and displaying footwear from around the world. One permenant display recounts the history of footwear from ancient times and cultures to our modern eras of function and fashion. Three other revolving exhibits delve deeper into eras or specific styles. …
Wildlife – NXNE 2011
Wildlife – Horseshoe Tavern – NXNE 2011 Surprises are one of the best parts of NXNE Fest and this was indeed a total unexpectedly enjoyable set from a band we knew nothing about. Many people had heard a rumour that The Black Keys were going to be surprise guests in the 3am slot. This was…
The Pack A.D. – NXNE 2011
The Pack A.D. – Horseshoe Tavern – NXNE 2011 Two women – big sound & big presence, is probably the easiest way to describe The Pack A.D., but they are so much more than that. Singer/guitarist Becky Black and drummer Maya Miller squeeze every bit of energy and sound from their instuments as their garage/rock tunes explode on stage. Witty…