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The Burnaby Empty Bowls project will be on April 29, 2009.  For more information please call 604-205-3000

Opus Bar is hosting a Green Room Session on Thursday April 23rd, 2009. The event features Heineken beer and multiple DJ’s.

Directly from the Caffe Artigiano Press Release:

Vancouver, BC - Caffè Artigiano’s Sammy Piccolo represented Canada this week at the 2009 World Barista Championships (WBC), held in Atlanta, Georgia. Beating talented opponents from around the world, Sammy won 2nd place in the coveted ad hotly pursued competition.

Sammy is an unprecedented four-time World Barista Finalist achieving three consecutive 2nd and 3rd place finishes between 2004 and 2006. After spending the past two years focusing on his role at Caffè Artigiano and opening the Burnaby Café, Sammy decided to take up the challenge once again and following months of rigorous practice, Sammy delivered a polished routine, demonstrating his confidence, competence and great passion.

Directly from the Abigail’s Hotel Press Release

Victoria, BC… Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you have yet to plan a special treat for Mom don’t worry.  Surprise the mother in your life with a day of pampering at Abigail’s Hotel. This package is available only on May 9^th and includes premier accommodation, a spa facial or massage, complimentary appetizers at 5:00pm, plus Mother’s Day Brunch the next morning.  Or opt simply to indulge mom with brunch, May 10^th at Abigail’s Hotel.  Offering two seatings (10:30am or 12:00noon) and the unbeatable price of $35 per person ($17 for those under 12 years of age), this brunch is sure to book up quickly.  To reserve your Mother’s Day Retreat or a table for Mother’s Day Brunch, call Abigail’s Hotel at 1.800.561.6565.