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GK Media Inc is pleased to be presenting an ongoing collection of recipes from Whitecap books. The recipe that will be featured is Strawberry Ganache from the cookbook Wild Sweets Chocolates from Dominique and Cindy Duby.

To download all of the recipes please use the Recipe iPod Guide or to view please use the Recipes page.

GK Media Inc is pleased to be presenting a fitness article by Amanda Vogel MA.

To read the article please go here: 10 Fit Tips 

Please visit the Food Vancouver Coupons page for new coupons and events.

Provence Marinaside will be having 4 winemaker dinners in November, 2008.  For more information please call 604-681-4144

Chocolate Arts have limited editions ghosts and goblins. For more information please call 604-739-0475.
Congratulations to Bin 941/942 for their recent Where magazine Award.

Congratulations to Boneta and Fraiche for their recent En Route magazine Awards.

Hopscotch Festival news: Directly From the Press Release:

VANCOUVER, BC, October 28: The Hopscotch Festival is Canada’s Biggest Scotch, Whisky and Premium Beer festival. Running from November 11- 16th, Hopscotch brings industry experts and brand ambassadors from all over the world into Vancouver to celebrate the “whisky of life”. Tickets to this year’s events have been selling out faster than ever, making the Hopscotch Festival a serious player in Vancouver’s larger festival circle.

Some of the events that still have tickets available (although limited) are as such:

The Grand Tasting: Thurs. Nov. 13th, 6pm - 10pm at The Rocky Mountaineer Station (1755 Cottrell St). The Friday night version of this event is already sold out. There are more than 50 exhibitors and 200 products. Each ticket is $40 and includes a souvenir glass tasting cup as well as 5 tasting tokens.

Highland Park Whisky Pairing Dinner: Wed. Nov. 12th, 6pm - 9:30pm at Coast Restaurant (1257 Hamilton Street). Guests will indulge in a delicious 4-course meal paired with 4 different and exclusive Highland Park Malts. Marc Lavadiere, Highland Park’s Brand Ambassador will be on location to educate guests about whisky and specifically, Highland Park. $90 includes Food, Whisky, Tax, Tip, and Valet.

Morrison-Bowmore Whisky Pairing Dinner: Wed. Nov. 12, 7pm - 9pm at Watermark On Kits Beach (1305 Arbutus St.). Attendees will enjoy a delicious meal while learning about and enjoying 4 different types of Bowmore whisky. Jamie MacKenzie, North American Regional Manager for the distillery will be leading the dinner. $79 includes Food, Whisky, Tax, and Tip.

Malt Special Release: Sat. Nov. 15th, 6pm - 8pm at The Shebeen (210 Carrall St.) By far one of the most exciting events Hopscotch has ever produced. Michael Nicolson, an ex-master distiller from some of the world’s biggest distilleries will be on location to help sample some of the most exclusive and rare whiskies the LDB has ever offered. $150 includes Snacks and Whisky.

Ticket purchasing and information is available at www.hopscotchfestival.com or by calling 604-742-1706.

VSO News: Directly from the Press Release

Vancouver BC – Angela Cheng, one of the world’s finest Classical pianists and a favourite of Vancouver audiences, performs Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor on November 1^st and 3^rd at 8pm at the Orpheum Theatre. Guest conductor Yoav Talmi also leads the orchestra in Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No.3 and Dvorak’s epic Symphony No. 9 ‘From the New World.’

Vancouver audiences welcome the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra back from the 2008 Asia-Pacific Tour in these performances, their first classical concert since their return.

Eat! BC is still on until October 31st. 2008.

Slurp and Swirl is on November 3rd, 2008 at Joe Fortes.

Whistler Cornucopia starts on November 6th, 2008.

Elements Gala is on November 8th, 2008.

Vancouver Canucks have a 6 game home stand in November.

West Coast Christmas Show is on November 28th to 30th, 2008.

The next Food Vancouver Newsletters will be on Thursday October 30th, 2008 and Thursday November 13th, 2008.

The give away prizes for the October 30th, 2008 Newsletter is the Wild Sweets Cookbook by the Duby’s and 4 tickets to the West Coast Christmas Show.

The give away prizes for the November 13th, 2008 Newsletter is the new The Cookbook West and 4 tickets to the West Coast Christmas Show.

In order to win you have to be signed up. To sign up please go here: Sign Up 

GK Media Inc is pleased to be presenting an ongoing collection of recipes from Whitecap books. The recipe that will be featured is Hazelnut Dacquoise Panini from the cookbook Wild Sweets Chocolates from Dominique and Cindy Duby.

To download all of the recipes please use the Recipe iPod Guide or to view please use the Recipes page.

Celebrate Halloween with Opus. Call 604-642-0557 for more information.
In November 2008 CinCin will be having their Mushroom and Truffle festival. For more information please call 604-688-7338.

Marquis Wine Cellars will be having their French Fete Celebration on Wednesday November  26th, 2008 at the Vancouver Museum.  For more information please call 604-684-0445.

Dine Around Seattle 2008 has just added 9 more restaurants.  The event starts on November 2nd, 2008.

Congratulations to Caffe Artigiano Barista Sammy Piccolo for winning the Canadian Barista Championships.

Josh Green is now cooking northwest bistro at the Virginia Inn in Seattle.

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN NIGHT

Senhor Rooster Portuguese Restaurant are hosting a Halloween Party.

For more information or to book your spot please call 604-434-1010

UVA - Directly from the Press Release

Vancouver, October 23, 2008 – For those who are seeking the ambience of an European espresso bar or café in the heart of downtown Vancouver – a place to relax or to re-fuel, a perfect rendezvous spot with friends or just the ideal place to watch the hustle and bustle of our wonderful city – UVA is a “must stop” in one’s morning routine.

Under the expert guidance of Sebastien Le Goff (formerly of Lumiere and CinCin restaurants) and General Manager, Sahara Tamarin (formerly of Chow and Lumiere restaurants), UVA is now open during the day as an Italian inspired Espresso Bar reminiscent of those in Milan, Venice or Rome, open Mondays through Fridays from 7 am to 2 pm.

With barista Michele Molinari, born in Verona, Italy – authentic Italian service and quality is guaranteed. Moreover, with specialty equipment – such as the Synesso espresso machine (1 of only 2 in BC), only the best beverages are served.

Vancouverites may enjoy dark, rich coffees – espressos, cappuccinos, lattes or mochas – made with premium imported, organic beans from 49^th Parallel Coffee Roasters. And patrons can settle in at the granite bar or marble bistro tables designed by acclaimed Smart Design Group.

For a scrumptious bite, UVA also has an assortment of wonderful croissants, danishes, and biscotti for a light breakfast meal. And at lunch, UVA serves a simple, yet flavorful menu comprised of hearty soups, light salads, and mouth-watering paninis. For those in a hurry, take something to-go in environmentally friendly packaging.

Directly from the Press Release:

O’Doul’s pays tribute to the ‘Incredible Jazz Guitar’ of Wes Montgomery

ROBSON STREET: Wes Montgomery (1925-1968) is considered the greatest of modern jazz guitarists. To many, Montgomery’s playing defines jazz guitar and his is the sound that many try to emulate. He was a virtuoso renowned for his technically incredible feats, but what really made you stop and listen was the fire and deep soul with which he performed.
Although he passed away 40 years ago this year, his influence is still heard in the music of jazz luminaries and this coming month O’Doul’s Restaurant & Bar is celebrating the music of this Jazz Giant with the help of two of his biggest fans and finest interpreters - fellow jazz guitarists – Darren Radtke (Thursday, November 6) and Oliver Gannon (Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8th).

Both guitarists will be accompanied by bass player Russ Botten and his trio.

WHERE: O’Doul’s Restaurant & Bar
1300 Robson Street (@ Jervis)
Call 604.661.1400 for reservations/information
www.odoulsrestaurant.com

WHEN: Thursday, November 6 to Saturday, November 8
First set at 9:00 pm. No cover charge.

GK Media Inc is pleased to add Cobre Restaurant to the Dining Guide.

The West Coast Christmas Show has announced their food presenters for the event: Anthony Sedlak of Food TV and Ned Bell of CTV.

The VSO will be having a festival of Remembrance: Directly from the Press Release

Vancouver BC – The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra presents a Festival of Remembrance: a series of performances surrounding Remembrance Day that commemorate the 90^th Anniversary of the end of World War I. The concerts take place on November 8^th, 15^th and 17^th at 8pm at the Orpheum Theatre and November 10^th at 8pm at the Bell Performing Arts Centre in Surrey.