The Vancouver rains have begun in earnest, and as we sit inside and watch the winter mist close in, it’s natural to reach for something warming and …
Food and Wine That's Right for a Vancouver Winter
All this rain and fog requires a warming touch to get through. Here are some of our best local ideas.

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The cold rains and omnipresent dreariness have returned to our fair shores, signalling a fittingly miserable end to a miserable year. Since the …
It’s no secret that people have been baking and cooking up a storm during this pandemic—many of us are spending a lot more time at home, which gives …
Giardino may be temporarily closed due to COVID-19, but its legendary Italian chef, Umberto Menghi, can still help you eat well at home. Here’s his …
Until recently, Justin Cheung was the culinary star behind the success of pan-Asian eatery Longtail Kitchen in New Westminster’s River Market. He …
From the bar and beverage director of Vancouver’s Donnelly Group, Trevor Kallies, comes three winter riffs on some timeless classics. Kallies has …
After 29 years, it’s finally ready to be poured. The Auchentoshan 1988 PX Sherry Cask Finish, released in British Columbia in January 2019 in limited …
When the weather outside is frightful and hibernating is top on the to-do list, this selection of choice winter eats is sure to coax Vancouverites …
There is little doubt; the popularity of sparkling wine is at an all-time high. However, many still view it strictly as a celebratory splash, which is …
From Harry McWatters’s Evolve Cellars comes a sparkling wine called Effervescence ($20). This is a delightful aperitif wine, certainly, with its …
The Pasa-Doble is a result of global influences: American style, distinct European flair, and a clever Canadian twist. Inspired by the classic old …
For a festive treat, here is a simple recipe for holiday sugar cookies that you can bake and decorate at home, courtesy of the up-and-coming chefs at …