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Directly from the Senova Press Release

Vancouver, BC… Recently returned from European travels, inspired and refreshed, Senova’s Manuel Ferreira will be preparing his take on paella at EAT! Vancouver - The Everything Food + Cooking Festival.  Taking the International Culinary Stage at 3:15PM on May 23 and 24, Ferreira will present “Spanish Paella - A Palate and Eye Pleaser”. To coincide with the presentations and in celebration of the famous dish, Senova will be running a special $35.00 3-course paella menu from Friday May 22nd through Sunday May 24th.

Combining the bold flavours of seafood and/or meats with saffron rice, paella truly is a dish for all seasons and occasions.  The Spanish specialty is easily adaptable to whatever ingredients are on hand, making it an excellent recipe to have in your repertoire. Be sure to visit the International Culinary Stage at EAT! Vancouver to learn Ferreira’s tips and tricks, and then stop by Senova to try it out.

Manuel Ferreira, owner of Le Gavroche Restaurant Français, was born in Portugal and spent his childhood in France, returning to his homeland for holidays.  Wanting to draw on his Portuguese roots, and pay tribute to the warmer climates of the Mediterranean, Ferreira saw the perfect opportunity to open Senova.  The warmth and hospitality of his homeland combined with the neighbourhood atmosphere of “The Boulevard” offers residents from around Vancouver the chance to enjoy food, wine and ambience of countries rich in culture and cuisine.

For more information or to make your reservation, please call the restaurant at 604.266.8643 or visit Senova at 1864 West 57th Avenue in Vancouver.

Directly from The Hart House Press Release

Vancouver, BC – Burnaby’s Hart House at Deer Lake is pleased to announce the dates for our summer garden party events.  Each garden party starts with a casual tasting of wines from the evening’s featured region, held in Hart House’s elegant gardens.  Guests may then purchase wines from the evening’s specially-selected wine list to pair with the al fresco dinner that follows.  Live music and a spectacular view of Deer Lake will add to diners’ enjoyment of the evening.

The 2009 summer event schedule includes

Lobster Supper – Wednesday, June 17

Fresh Nova Scotia lobster is the life of our annual Maritime-infused party.

Wine sampling and live music help make this event a great way to welcome in the summer.

Italian Garden Party – Wednesday, July 22

Our classic Italian Garden Party features Mediterranean cuisine paired with premium Italian wines.

Guests are welcome to stroll around the beautiful Hart House estate lawn and gardens.

Evening in Provence – Wednesday, August 19
This is a celebration of the culture and flavours of Provence, France.
A sampling of French wines in our gardens is followed by a dinner featuring Provence-inspired cuisine.

California Experience – Wednesday, September 9
California’s world-class wines have earned a prominent place on the world stage in recent years.
Here’s your chance to sample some of California’s best, paired with exceptional cuisine.

All events start at 6:00pm.  Reservations will be accepted starting May 21, 2009.
Lobster Supper - Wednesday, June 17 2009

$52 per person plus taxes and gratuity

Italian Garden Party - Wednesday, July 22 2009

Evening in Provence - Wednesday, August 19 2009

California Experience - Wednesday, September 9 2009

Above three are each $45 per person, plus taxes and gratuity

Hart House at Deer Lake

6664 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby

Reservations by phone only at 604-298-4278