Vancouver Foodster’s Martini Challenge (April 12 – May 6)

The Vancouver Foodster Best Martini Challenge running at restaurants April 12 – May 6, 2018 all over Vancouver!  You taste & vote! Voting criteria –  some things to help you judge your favourite Martini creations – keep these things in mind: originality, creativity, uniqueness,… Continue Reading

Cinco de Mayo at Cuchillo

261 Powell Street Vancouver, BC V6A 2Z1, Vancouver, BC

Cuchillo and Cointreau are throwing a party!! Come join us for Cinco de Mayo on the edge of Gastown in Vancouver. We are hosting a special Mezcal Master Class and tasting from 6-7pm after which time the doors will open… Continue Reading

BC Cider Festival – 2018

The Pipe Shop 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, BC V7L 0B2, North Vancouver, BC

Be part of the 2nd annual BC Cider Festival on May 6th, 2018!  This tasting event will feature 20+ cideries from BC, the Pacific Northwest, and abroad. This year the BCCF will be set in the brand-new Pipe Shop in North Vancouver! Once known as… Continue Reading

Balvenie After Hours Series: Marine Building

Marine Building 355 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 0B2, Vancouver, BC

 Join hosts Jamie Johnson, John Atkin and Brad Turner for an exclusive tasting event accompanied by talks on the crafted interiors of two beloved Vancouver buildings and the design process behind Brad’s glass work and the whisky glasses you will… Continue Reading

Balvenie After Hours Series: Jay Miron Studio

Jay Miron Studio 1997 Pandora Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 5B2, Vancouver, BC

The Balvenie’s National Brand Ambassador, Jamie Johnson will guide us through their signature handcrafted offerings from The Balvenie. Learn the history of single malt and how The Balvenie maintains its tradition of whisky making from grain to glass. From whisky… Continue Reading

Top Drop Trade Seminar: Pinot Noir & Gamay Noir

L'Abattoir 217 Carrall Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2, Vancouver, BC

 Pinot Noir & Gamay Noir Behold a pale red! In this seminar, we showcase five exceptional producers that craft these two grapes to articulate their purity and sense of place. You’ll refresh your reference point from the classic regions of… Continue Reading

Top Drop Trade Seminar: Barolo

Cin Cin Ristorante + Bar 1154 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1B2, Vancouver, BC

Barolo Yep, Just Barolo. In this seminar, we ask, “What’s behind a classic Barolo?’ After that, we explore the individual Barolo vineyards. In this ultra-rare opportunity, we have five different sites from five different communes. An unparalleled Barolo experience! Featuring… Continue Reading

Top Drop Trade Seminar: The State of California

Hawksworth Restaurant - York Room 801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1P7, Vancouver, BC

The State of California A Golden State of Wine In this seminar, you’ll enter a discussion about the state of California wine. Guided by some outstanding producers from Santa Cruz to Sonoma, we explore the modern and historic styles that… Continue Reading

Foradori x Gravner Dinner at Burdock & Co

Burdock & Co 2702 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3E8, Vancouver, BC

Elisabetta Foradori & Mateja Gravner... what else do  you need to know?! On Thursday, May 17th, join us for a sustainably-focused winemakers’ dinner which will shed light on techniques, philosophies and flavours that support naturalist wines. The event will be attended… Continue Reading

Balvenie After Hours Series: Hycroft Manor

Hycroft Manor 1489 McRae Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6H 1T7, Vancouver, BC

Join hosts Jamie Johnson, John Atkin and Brad Turner for an exclusive tasting event accompanied by a talk on the crafted interior of this beloved Vancouver building and the design process behind Brad’s glass work and the whisky glasses you… Continue Reading