This week, at the Tourism Industry Summit, Destination British Columbia debuted its new 3 year strategic plan for selling BC to the world. In just under a year as the tourism agency’s first full time CEO, Marsha Walden and her team has criss-crossed the province finding out how the industry felt about the current state…
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Vancouver Foodster Big Melt Challenge is on
Just in time for the arrival of grey winter weather and accompanying cravings for warm, comfort food, Vancouver Foodster’s Big Melt Challenge is now underway! The chefs at six local eateries have each created their own unique Big Melt dish. Fancy or simple, sweet or savoury, sandwiched or open-faced each chef was open to interpret…
On Ice at The Fairmont Empress
Victoria is known for its Christmas celebrations, the whole of downtown lights up for the season and The Fairmont Empress is always the heart of the festivities. This year, the iconic hotel is adding a new festive feature with the addition of a skating rink on the hotel’s front lawn overlooking Victoria Harbour. From November…
Kamei Baru Happy Hour and more
Located under the Scotiabank Theatre, on Smithe, Kamei Baru is a obvious choice for a quick bite pre or post movie but there’s a lot more to the restaurant any time of day. Part of the Kamei Group which also includes Kamei Royale and Ebisu, Kamei Baru has an eclectic seafood inspired Japanese-fusion menu…
Tasting Plates – Coffee Crawl November 22
Get ready to get your caffeine fix on Vancouver Foodster’s next Tasting Plates event – Coffee Crawl takes place on November 22, 2014. Gather your friends for a Saturday afternoon java fix as Coffee Crawl takes you on a journey around the coffee flavours in Crosstown, Yaletown, and Mount Pleasant. Kicking off at Milano Coffee…
Insider Deal – $79 Summit Lodge Whistler
Looking to get away from the Halloween mayhem? I’ve been given an amazing offer, for my readers, from the Summit Lodge & Spa Boutique Hotel in Whistler. Just $79/night for reservations and stays until November 2nd. The luxurious boutique property is the perfect place for a getaway; spacious rooms with kitchenettes, soaker tubs, fireplaces, balconies and…
The Loden Hotel leaps to the top
Vancouver is home to a wide array of fine luxury hotels and city resorts, from the global brands of Shangri-la, Rosewood and Fairmont to the many fine, independent boutique properties. Each year Condé Nast Traveler survey’s its readership to come up with their favourite properties around the globe. This year, The Loden Hotel Vancouver has…