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Tasting

A belly full of chicken wings

What is the size of two chubby fingers, varies in spiciness and is often eaten during the Superbowl? Chicken wings.

Koko Monk brings creative chocolates to the next level

From curry to blue cheese, you won't believe these flavour combinations.

Reserved until the wine worked its magic

Columbia Winery opened their doors to host the inaugural Woodinville Reserve, an exciting event that was overflowing with local wine, food and people.

Overindulgence, meet Taste Washington

The two-day event is the largest single-region wine and food event in the United States, so it comes as no surprise that dilly-dallying isn't the most strategical approach.
Taste Washington

Cross the border and taste Washington

Oenophiles and foodies will unite this weekend in Seattle for the 16th Annual Taste Washington festival at the CenturyLink Field Event Center.

VanWineFest: 2013 trade competition award winners announced

To honour professionals who contribute to our region’s exceptional wine and food culture, there is an annual award lunch where winners of each category are announced.

La Stella Winery visits Blood Alley

La Stella Winery and Salt Tasting room collaborated to create an informative and fun evening of BC wine paired with small-batch charcuterie and artisanal cheese.

Artisan cheese, charcuterie and wine during the Salt Cellar Series

A few times a month, Salt Tasting Room opens up their cellar for guests to sample a tasting menu built around wines from a selected winery, paired with artisanal cheeses and charcuterie.

Big Night 2013 takes over Jewel Ballroom this Friday

Ten restaurants and eleven wineries collaborate for one night to bring you the ultimate tasting experience.

Spring rolls, steamed buns and salmon flambé at Sen Bistro

Chef Ru-Lin Zhang recently opened his second restaurant, Sen Bistro, showcasing Northern Chinese dishes infused with a little personal flair.