One of many things I love about summer – patio season! There’s nothing better than lounging in the sunshine on a patio with a delicious drink in hand. The Keg just launched their summer cocktail menu, available starting today at The Keg / The Keg Steakhouses + Bar, with several locations in the lower mainland…
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Celebrate the season at the Coal Harbour Liquor Store Spring Patio Tasting
Coal Harbour Liquor Store is hosting its third annual Spring Patio Tasting on the waterfront patio at Dockside Restaurant. With the weather we’ve been having, it will definitely feel more like a summer party! The event will take place from 5-8PM on June 1st and will include over 20 suppliers pouring an irresistible selection of…
Edición 1800 Milenio Gran Reserva Tequila – The perfect sipping Tequila for special occasions – #JustRefinedEnough
We often speed through life, trying to keep pace with our never-ending list of to-do’s. Even special events tend to turn into another chore. And, with the advent of smartphones, people can literally stay connected 24 hours a day wherever they are…making it hard to stop, relax, and unwind long enough to enjoy the moment….
Introducing Nütrl – a Vodka so Smooth, It Even Mixes with Politics
Let me introduce you to Nütrl – a vodka that’s everything but neutral. I’ll get to that in a bit, but first, let’s make acquaintances: Nütrl is making British Columbia proud with their smooth vodka made with only BC grain and in small batches. This uncomplicated spirit is rich in texture while maintaining a clear and…
Classic Summer Entertaining with Pinnacle Vodka
Canadians love their summer, and for good reason – the season is so short, blink and you miss it. So we truly make the best of it. And what better way to enjoy our summer than with good friends, good food and of course, good drinks! So as we’re approaching the last long weekend of…
Vancouver, this is your chance to live the MadeWithLove Regional Finals!
You want to live the ultimate experience of the largest mixology competition in Canada right in your town? The prestigious Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is hosting the MadeWithLove™ Vancouver Regional Final on Monday August 22nd. This is your chance to share the night with the most talented bar chefs of Pacific Canada! 14 bartenders are getting ready to…
Not your average ready-made cocktail: Meet Black Fly Beverages
I’m a fan of any product that makes entertaining easier. But I’m a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to my cocktails. Even thought I’ve been known to use a little bit of mixes when creating my drinks, I usually don’t serve ready-made cocktails at my gatherings. I find most of them too sweet,…
Enjoy World Cucumber Day with this Hendrick’s Gin Cocktail
With 14th June just days away, Hendrick’s Gin urges you to observe their tips on keeping your cat calm and comfortable this World Cucumber Day. In honour of World Cucumber Day, Hendrick’s Global Brand Ambassador, Duncan McRae, has created a most unusual of cocktails – The Catnip & Cucumber Cooler – to celebrate in style, knowing cats…
Celebrate National Caesar with Stoli Vodka and Walter Craft Caesar Mix
What do pickles, olives, hot peppers and celery have in common? absolutely nothing unless you know a little thing or two about garnishing a Caesar. That’s right folks, May 19 is Canada’s National Caesar Day. This year the holiday falls on the Thursday before the May long weekend and it’s marking the beginning of summer! National Caesar day pays…
Yonanas Irish Coffee Recipe
Last summerI had a Yonanas machine sent to me to review. I had a lot of fun with it, and managed to create not just healthy desserts, but some tasty cocktails as well. Frozen cocktails are the best when sitting on a patio on a hot summer’s day. But how about making one into a light…
Mary in Vancity 