Almost open: Fable
Owned by fellow Top Chef Canada contestant’s Trevor Bird and Curtis Luk, Fable is one story to take seriously. Set to open early next week with a ‘Farm to Table’ philosophy that extends to the menu and melds well with west coast appetites: sustainable, locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. 1944 West 4th Avenue.
Just opened: Tracy Stern SALONTEA
Well time for Mother’s Day, this US-based line of hand-selected and blended teas has officially set up shop on Granville Street, offering Vancouverites a taste of goods that go beyond the teapot. Bright colours, tea-themed home, beauty and gift ideas, light bites and an airy decor make this a welcomed addition to a popular shopping district. 3010 Granville Street.
First Annual Vancouver International Tequila Expo (May 12)
The first annual Vancouver International Tequila Expo takes place this Saturday at Vancouver’s Convention Centre East (Grand Tasting Hall) and is sponsored by the Consulate General of Mexico and Las Margaritas. Benefits from the event go to supporting the British Columbia Hospitality Foundation (BCHF). 999 Canada Place.
Regional Crush (May 11)
Get crushing this Friday and grab tickets to Regional Crush, Wines of Australia presented by House Wine. This event aims to educate you and your palate, taking you through the various regions of Australia to discern the different influences and styles that ultimately end up in the bottle. Taste your way through Clare Valley, Coonwarra and more before taking on the South Australia Shiraz Challenge blind tasting. 901 Homer Street.
EPIC (May 11 – 13)
Celebrating its 6th year, EPIC Sustainable living expo returns to the Vancouver Convention Center and brings with it one of the largest eco-marketplaces offering healthy living advice, eco-friendly food and green living tips to consumers. 999 Canada Place.
Ballet Bliss (May 10 – 12)
Make your way to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre this weekend to catch Ballet BC’s season finale performance: the reprisal of resident choreographer, José Navas’ extended 2010 ballet masterpiece. With a repertoire of music featuring both Henryk Gorecki and Mozart, Bliss promises to bring together classic and contemporary dance in memorable way. Queen Elizabeth Theatre 630 Hamilton Street.