The iconic Black Lagoon is making a triumphant return to Butcher & Bullock, and it’s back even bigger, eerier, and noisier than ever before. Release your inner eccentric and let your freak flag fly! Black Lagoon is not merely a… Continue Reading
With an exhilarating sports weekend coming with the Whitecaps FC and BC Lions games on July 21st and 22nd, BC Place is thrilled to unveil its newest concession stand, Dawson’s Deluxe, a sister brand to the stadium classic, Dawson’s Hot… Continue Reading
OAKBERRY, a popular Brazilian açai chain, has just announced the grand opening of their first location in Vancouver on July 8, 2023, at 8 am. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Kitsilano at 3139 West Broadway, this marks the beginning… Continue Reading
Nourish Spring Series is a vibrant celebration of the season that will invigorate senses and provide a fresh perspective on food, wellness, and community. Hosted by Whistler Cornucopia, this series offers a range of events and activities designed to nourish… Continue Reading
Nat Bailey opened the inaugural White Spot location in Vancouver on June 16, 1928, the same year when sliced bread was invented. Now, 95 years later, this establishment stands as Canada’s longest-running restaurant chain. After all not that many restaurants… Continue Reading
Notch8 at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is set to unveil a new themed Afternoon Tea service called the Art of Afternoon Tea, which draws inspiration from the vibrant and colourful world of pop art. The new tea service is led by… Continue Reading
The new Nanoose Bay Cafe, set to open in Fairwinds Landing later this spring, is poised to win over both tourists and locals alike. Created by seasoned hospitality partners Eli Brennan, Alan Tse, and Chef Todd Bright, this restaurant-and-bar promises… Continue Reading
Tacofino, known for its Baja-inspired cuisine, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest location in Squamish on the scenic Sea to Sky Highway, set to open in late summer 2023. Conveniently located in the Squamish Station shopping centre,… Continue Reading
Chancho Tortilleria, Vancouver’s popular Mexican eatery, has reopened its doors in a new location on Commercial Drive. The new restaurant offers the same mouth-watering menu as its previous location, along with some exciting additions. To celebrate its new home, Chancho… Continue Reading
Daan Go Cake Lab, originally from Ontario, is set to open its first franchise location in British Columbia, specifically in Richmond. The bakery will start serving customers on April 15 at unit 100 – 4731 Garden City Road. The menu… Continue Reading
A “tipsy” update on Notch8’s traditional afternoon tea.This “tipsy” update on Notch8’s traditional afternoon tea will feature a special selection of liquor-infused savouries, sweets and other bites paired with Fairmont’s Lot35 selection of quality teas. Those looking to give the… Continue Reading
Enjoy Cantera Negra Tequila cocktails and snacks during this 3-stop cocktail crawl on Main Street.This Mount Pleasant neighbourhood has become Vancouver’s best for food and drink, boasting some of the most exciting independent eateries (and drinkeries) in the city. This… Continue Reading
Taste through all of El Tequileño’s nine expressions and learn all about this storied spirit and brand.Meet Master Distiller Tony Salles, grandson of Don Jorge Salles Cuervo, who founded El Tequileño in 1959. Named Gran Tequilero by the National Chamber… Continue Reading
Pasta making class at Il CentroJoin us for our Lunedi Cucina con Noi featuring Pasta Making!In this class we will learn how to make and roll out fresh ravioli from scratch using eggs and flour, along with a vegan version…yes,… Continue Reading
Learn about the tequila-making process and sample Don Julio Tequila.Join Rob Renda, Luxury Portfolio Ambassador as he takes you on a journey of Mexican flavours paired with Don Julio Tequila. We will take you through the tequila making process, from… Continue Reading
Join partner and head bartender Ben Yabrow as he talks about NYC’s Sip & Guzzle.Join partner and head bartender Ben Yabrow as he talks about NYC’s Sip & Guzzle, an intimate Japanese-style speakeasy that serves bespoke, innovative libations for both… Continue Reading
A cocktail pop-up Q&A.Join Tara Davies, formerly of Chupito, Winnie Sun of ELEM, Taylor Gardiner of Bar Corso and Tadia Rae of Pizza Coming Soon for this illuminating session. In the bar and restaurant industry—like many fields—women's voices have been… Continue Reading
Get acquainted with the Beverage Collection portfolio—an agave-forward lineup with some gems from Central and South America.The story begins with some of the best mezcal and tequila on the market, and ends on a sweet note with a collection of… Continue Reading
Soren Schepkowski from Mount Pleasant Vintage & Provisions will teach you the art of crafting exceptional drinks in this essential seminar.He will cover the core principles of cocktail evaluation, the six base cocktails and how to modify and personalize recipes.… Continue Reading
Explore the fascinating story of umeshu, its versatility in cocktails, and the art of pairing it with food.Meet umeshu, a Japanese liqueur made from ume, a fruit closely related to the apricot. While many store-bought umeshu varieties rely on artificial… Continue Reading
An industry-only seminar that explores hospitality in Canada and how to create your own award-worthy drinks.This industry-only seminar, presented by the Canadian World Class winning team, looks at Canadian hospitality—a journey from coast to coast creating globally recognized bartenders. You… Continue Reading
It’s time to sip, savour, and celebrate Spirited Women – a whisky-tasting night like no other!Whether you’re a whisky aficionado or just curious about the “water of life,” this evening at Vancouver’s Miami-inspired cocktail bar is all about bold flavours,… Continue Reading
Explore the world of amaro!We will begin with a welcome cocktail showcasing amaro’s versatility in cocktails, followed by a masterclass that will dive deep into the history, production, tasting notes of various amaros and its role in cocktail culture. A… Continue Reading
The Canadian whisky experience with J.P. Wiser’s & Lot 40.Join us for all things Canadiana with J.P. Wiser’s Canadian Whisky and Lot 40. What’s more Canadian than hockey, poutine and Canadian whisky? We’ll have it all, with cocktails from J.P.… Continue Reading
Join us for this guided tasting seminar through the history of bitters and the plants associated with them.Guests will receive a greeting cocktail and snack during a meet and greet, and 3 cheeky (1.5oz) sized cocktails and bitter samples during… Continue Reading
Join us for an evening of all things agave with one of the world's best tequilas for making Margaritas.We’ll be shaking things up with feature cocktails from Altos Tequila and Del Maguey Mezcal, as well as tequila and mezcal flight… Continue Reading
Vancouver Cocktail Week's signature eventSaturday, March 8, 2025The closing night gala is the biggest, most glamourous event of Vancouver Cocktail Week, and it’s one you don’t want to miss. Don your most stylish black-and-white cocktail fashion and step into the… Continue Reading
Cocktail & Paint: Sip, Paint, and Meet Sully!Join us for a unique evening of creativity and cocktails! Start by meeting the team at Esquimalt Vermouth and explore their crafted spirits. Then, sit down for a special Painting & Sip class,… Continue Reading
Learn how alcohol affects your body and how to recover if you over-indulgeAlcohol is fun until it isn’t, and that’s usually the morning after. Learn how alcohol affects your body, how to guard yourself against its damaging effects and how… Continue Reading
