Presented by VancouverFoodster.com, Food Talks is a chance for foodies to meet, mingle and rub shoulders, and a plates or glass or two, with some of the city’s culinary minds. Food Talks: Volume 5 takes place December 4, 2012 at Stanley Park Pavilion. Volume 5 speakers include: John Bishop – Chef, Author & Owner of…
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Ten tips for a successful Cyber Monday
After U.S. Thanksgiving, the Holiday shopping season kicks off with Black Friday. The day has become renowned for it’s massive shopping bargains south of the border. While more Canadian retailers are offering ‘Black Friday Sales’, ,many still head south for deals. Today has become known as Cyber Monday as people head back to work and…
La Soirée ONE DROP In Vancouver
This evening, the big top of Cirque du Soleil`s Amaluna in Vancouver was home to La Soirée ONE DROP, a spectacular fundraiser in support of water for all. ONE DROP is a Montreal based initiative created by Guy Laliberté, Founder of Cirque du Soleil, with a goal to develop access-to-water and sanitation projects in countries where access…
Wild Rice New Westminster 1st Anniversary
It’s been a year since Wild Rice opened a new location in the rejuvinated River Market in New Westminster. Tomorrow, Saturday, November 24th they are celebrating their first anniversary by throwing a party with a Chinese Market theme starting at 9pm. Entry is free but a $5 suggested donation to the New Westminster Food Bank…
Fluevog Sample Sale 2012
Today is the day footwear fans look forward to all year as they flock to the Gastown Store for the Annual Fluevog Sample Sale. John Fluevog has always been famous for his “unique soles for unique souls” philosphy and this year was rumoured to be particularly creative for the designer. This may result in some…
Fragrant Wood Gallery debuts new Balinese Collection
This week, Fragrant Wood Gallery debuts their latest collection, Western Canada’s largest curated collection of Balinese wood carvings is now on display in the clean, modern gallery. The unique combination of ancient Asian techniques and themes contrasts with cool Western modernity of the gallery. “We want to reframe the perceptions of ancient art forms,” says Fragrant Wood…
19th Annual Art For Life Vancouver Fine Art Auction
For 19 years, Vancouver’s galleries, artists, collectors and art fans come together to celebrate their mutual love of art while raising millions for charity. Art For Life is an annual Fine Art Auction benefiting Vancouver Friends For Life Society, an organization dedicated to assisting those living with cancer, AIDS and other life threatening diseases. This…