Professional Bartender Challenge
Professional bartenders are invited to enter the Can-Can Classic competition and invent a cocktail using St.Germain and a local ingredient.
Wine of the Moment, Gray Monk Gewurztraminer
Spring in Vancouver has been established for almost a week to the hour. Daffodils are smiling all over the city and the first timid cherry blossoms are being coaxed out of their buds. The air for the last few days has had that intoxicating softness that I personally have longed for since last October.
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The next big cocktail thing?
St. Germain liqueur has arrived in Vancouver! Will the St. Germain cocktail become the patio beverage this summer?
Wine of the Month: September #4
Sumac Ridge Cabernet Franc: dry with a sturdy mouthfeel and subtle notes of berry and plum.
Wine of the Month: September #3
Prospect Winery’s Red Willow Shiraz is a big, beautifully balanced red that sips nicely on its own and pairs well with lots of things.
Wine of the Month: September #2
Road 13 doesn’t make any bad wines. The Honest John’s Rose is no exception.
Wine of the Month: September #1
Mission Hill’s Five Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc has a lively, zippy mouthfeel. Wonderfully refreshing!
Wine of the Month: August
A surprisingly yummy deal: this BC VQA Merlot sells for just $7.99 at BC VQA stores.
Wine of the Month: Junely
If you like Pinot Gris this one from Hester Creek is a lovely summer sipper.
Beer of the Month: May
Like the legendary blue buck, this amber beauty from Phillip’s is well worth tracking down.
Wine of the Month: Mapril
Young & Wyse Merlot is utterly gorgeous. Lots of what we like: jam and berry, spice and vanilla.
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Chardonnay
Save your scorn for processed cheese and iceberg lettuce. Chardonnay deserves another chance.
