Be part of the 4th annual BC Cider Festival on Sunday, May 24th, 2020! This charity event benefits the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation. Be part of the 4th annual BC Cider Festival on Sunday, May 24th, 2020! This fantastic tasting… 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
