Where better than the iconic Fairmont Empress in Victoria to host a leisurely garden party and croquet tournament. On August 26, 2018, don your best summer garden party, cricket-friendly attire and join MC Joe Perkins of CTV Vancouver Island as the Fairmont Empress brings the beloved pastime to the front lawns of the restored grand…
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KitsFest brings Bathtub Races to Vancouver August 11
After a 22 year absence, Bathtub Races are returning to Vancouver, yes Bathtubs are back! Part of KitsFest, Vancouver’s healthy living & sport beach fest, running August 10-12, 2018 at Kits Beach, The 1st Annual Bathtub Races will bring thrills and excitement to the water on Saturday. This year’s bathtub event hearkens back to the…
Vancouver Foodster Iced Tea Challenge – Results
The 2018 Vancouver Foodster Iced Tea Challenge has wrapped up, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying the cool brewed entries from the six Vancouver & Richmond teahouses. With this hot weather all of them will help refresh your palate during a day in the sun. From July 12 – August 5, 2018, the…
2018 PNE food is much more than mini-donuts
When people think about food at The Fair at the PNE, “those little donuts” come to mind for most of us. However, the The Fair also brings some of Western Canada’s most outrageous and unbelievable culinary creations to the midway, “Outrageous and innovative food is a Fair at the PNE staple, and our team has…
Provence Marinaside 9th Annual Tomato Festival
La Tomatina, the famed tomato throwing festival takes place in Spain in August, but you don’t have to go across the globe to get a your hand on fresh tomatoes. For the entire month of August, Provence Marinaside celebrates all things tomato with its Ninth Annual Tomato Festival. You might not get to take out your aggressions by throwing…
Vancouver Foodster Chicken Wings Challenge 2018 Results
The 2018 Vancouver Foodster Chicken Wing Challenge has wrapped up with the trio of dishes being offered by Metro Vancouver restaurants. From July 21 – July 15, 2018, the trio of media judges and public tasting and selecting their favourites from Davie Dosa Company, Ban Chok Dee Thai, and U & I Thai restaurants. Like…
Chill with Vancouver Foodster Iced Tea Challenge
Just in time for sunny, summer weather the Vancouver Foodster Best Iced Tea Challenge is here to find you the coolest chilled summer drink in the city. Until August 5th, 2018, Vancouver Foodster has challenged cafes around Metro Vancouver to create their best cold tea drink. Sweet, tart, milky, black tea, green tea and anything in…