Discover the Vibrant Flavours of Mexico with Don Julio Tequila

Prophecy Cocktail Bar 801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1P7, Vancouver, BC, CA

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

Opposites Attract: The Story of Sip & Guzzle

Good Thief 3336 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3M7, Vancouver, BC, CA

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 Seat At Her Bar

The Flamingo Room 1214 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 2T4, Vancouver, BC, CA

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

Yaletown Cocktail Crawl

Minami 1118 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9, Vancouver, BC, CA

Enjoy Gray Whale Gin cocktails and snacks during this 3-stop cocktail crawl in Yaletown.It’s all about the urban vibe in this former warehouse district turned trendy residential and shopping ’hood. This tour begins at the lovely Japanese restaurant Minami, then… Continue Reading

Smoke, Malt and Salt: Japanese Whisky Tasting Night

Carlino Restaurant 1115 Alberni Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5, Vancouver, BC, CA

Taste Nikka Whisky paired with Italian small plates and cold cuts.Join us on a unique culinary journey with this curated evening of Japanese whisky paired with Italian cold cuts and Friulian specialties. Start with a welcome cocktail, then taste your… Continue Reading

Hanami at Minami

Minami 1118 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9, Vancouver, BC, CA

A four-course dinner inspired by the hanami tradition paired with cocktails made using Giffard Liqueurs from France.Hanami: Flower viewingMinami: Contemporary Japanese Restaurant, YaletownOne of the most beautiful springtime traditions in Japan is the viewing of cherry blossoms referred to as… Continue Reading

Agave Afternoon at The Watson

The Watson 3080 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3G5, Vancouver, BC, CA

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

How To: Creative Cocktail Development

Mount Pleasant Vintage & Provisions 67 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1K2, Vancouver, BC, CA

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

Understanding Umeshu

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen 2102 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5, Vancouver, BC, CA

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

Pacific North-Best

Pax Romana 1670 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y4, Vancouver, BC, CA

Join us for a deep dive into the wonderful world of Sheringham Distillery and all of its west coast colours.Sheringham, self-described as "a small distillery with big dreams,” has certainly lived up to its goal. Having already won the world's… Continue Reading