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Timber

/in /by Ben McRae

Located on the corner of Robson and Jervis, Timber boasts a beautiful space with floor to ceiling windows, an excellent craft beer list, and savoury Canadian comfort food. In paying tribute to B.C.’s rich timber history and the beauties who built our ‘True North Strong & Free!’, this is a can’t miss spot in Vancouver’s West End.

photo by Elle O’Brien

Timber’s dedication to using locally sourced products as well as making mostly everything in house is a testament to the passion of head Chef Chris Wittaker. A beacon of new-age thinking and local responsibility, the menu is very reasonably priced for the quality and offers food & drink specials every day!

photo by Elle O’Brien

Happy Hour runs every day of the week from 3-6pm where you can toss back an ice cold can of Central City beer for only $4! – Or munch on the 1/2 price snack menu while sipping on a $7 glass of wine. They also keep the party going by offering Happy Hour on Saturday & Sunday and weekend Happy Hours are harder to come by so take advantage!

photo by Elle O’Brien

Bring on more drink specials! Who doesn’t love 1/2 price bottles of wine? Timber knows that by mid-week everyone could use a little pick me up, which is why they offer 1/2 off their entire wine list every Wednesday! Looking to wet your whistle with some local craft beer? Head to Timber for their Kill the Keg Thursdays, featuring $5 sleeves of craft beer until the keg is gone!

photo by Elle O’Brien

If you came for Timber’s glorious craft beer list you’ll soon fall to the temptation of their down right delicious food menu! Head Chef Chris Whittaker’s philosophy sums up what makes this Robson Street restaurant a stand out in Vancouver’s diverse culinary scene. “Respect our land and water. Use local suppliers: small farms and wild food. Nose-to-tail cooking. On premises baking and preserving. Use all resources wisely and – in the end – waste nothing”. A beautiful philosophy that serves as the foundation for a beautiful establishment. Put Timber on your list of spots to check out and you’ll see what we’re talking about! Until next time…

Timber’s Official Patio Launch Party on Saturday May 12th, from 3-9pm. Featuring Bomber Brewing $15 Pitchers of Park Life Passion Fruit Ale & Skyline Lager!

For more information:

TIMBER
1300 ROBSON ST.
VANCOUVER, BC
V6E 1C5

(604) 661-2166

timbervancouver.com

 

Central City Brew Pub on Beatty Street – Dine Out Vancouver Festival 2018

/in /by Ben McRae

Central City Brew Pub Dine out menu is an amazing selection for $40! The flavour profiles blend together from selection to selection. We had the enjoyment of getting the full experience and left there feeling very satisfied and yes, more than a little buzzed! The portions are the perfect size with all plates having a balance and combination of delicious elements.

central city brew pub beatty street

photo by Ben McRae

Central City Brew Pub on Beatty Street

For the first course we ordered Leek and Aged Cheddar Soup boasting their own Red Racer Pilsner broth which was hearty and a great warm up for our main course. The beautifully plated and even more delicious Seared Branzino, served with a warm Mediterranean chick pea salad and kalamata olive buerre blanc. You can also indulge your taste buds with the Red Racer Pale Ale Braised Lamb Shank, with gorgonzola pearl barley risotto and butter poached broccolini.

central city brew pub beatty street

photo by Ben McRae

With over 40 taps Central City is one of those breweries you never know what to order because you want to try absolutely everything! The trendy yet cozy atmosphere combined with their knowledgeable staff bring a welcoming charm (our server brought a mystery beer and she absolutely nailed it with the Dogwood London Fog). Their cocktail list ranges from classics to up and coming flavors which caters to everybody.
I’ve been preaching all week that if there is ever a time to Dine Out, this is it! Do yourself a favour and check out Central City Brew Pub on Beatty street (right across from BC Place). It’s a time for everyone to shake off the winter blues and enjoy amazing culinary experiences!

central city brew pub beatty street

photo by Ben McRae

central city brew pub beatty street

photo by Ben McRae

*Dine Out Vancouver Festival 2018 – $40 three-course menu.

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Vancouver Holiday Events 2017

/in /by VanCity Drinks

Christmas is right around the corner, and you probably need a break from holiday shopping and planning. So why not get out this week for some Vancouver holiday events with your friends and family! Here are four events in the lower mainland to check out – 

Deep Cove Holiday Social

When: Wednesday, December 20, 4-7pm

Where: Deep Cove Brewers + Distillers. 170 – 2270 Dollarton Hwy # 170, North Vancouver

Cost: Free

Deep Cove Brewers and Distillers is hosting a holiday social, and it’s one you don’t want to miss. Bring a few friends and join the talented Collin Bullock for some live music and craft beers. You can sip on some mulled wine and then get your annual photo taken with Santa Claus. Did we mention there’s free food?

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Christmas Dark Matters – Liqueur-Infused Desserts Xperience

When: Thursday December 21, 8-9pm

Where: 77K Freeze – 2240 Commercial Drive, Vancouver BC

Cost: $25.00 – Tickets available here

Have you ever tried liquid nitrogen ice cream? Share a unique holiday experience this Thursday by raising your dessert game with some liquor infused dessert from 77K Freeze. For $25, they’re offering personalized Christmas desserts with liquid nitrogen using a wide range of flavours, liqueurs, and alcohols.

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Ugly Sweater Party

When: Friday December 22, 8-12

Where: Mariner Brewing – H-1100 Lansdowne Dr, Coquitlam, BC

Cost: Free

Mariner Brewing is hosting its first ever ugly sweater party! Make sure to wear an ugly sweater to be entered to win prizes and receive $1 off beers from 9-12pm. Also, Mariner Brewing is revealing three new beers on Friday, if you show up between 8-9 pm you can to try all three for just $3 each!

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Four Winds Festivus

When: Saturday December 23, 7pm-late

Where: The Cobalt – 917 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Cost: Free

The Cobalt & The Boxcar present a Four Winds Festivus. Join event host Nick Pound for an evening of Festivus miracles, airing of grievances, feats of strength, comedy, and more. Four Winds is featuring more than 16 classic and rare brews for you to try. Admission is free with a donation to the Downtown Eastside Women’s Shelter. For a complete list of accepted donations, visit the Facebook page here.

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How to Have the Best Basic Birthday in Vancouver

/in , /by Bella Tang-Graham

Your true friends will always arrive at your door bearing champagne and orange juice to kick start the day’s festivities. No basic Vancouver birthday is complete without a mimosa (or six): the pregame for birthday brunch is vital. Pick an aesthetic spot to insta-story your first beverages and head out to brunch.

Best Basic Vancouver Birthday

photo by Bella Tang-Graham

Catch 122 Cafe Bistro

We chose Catch 122 and ordered an Espressotini (for the sleepy friend), a Bourbon Bellini (for the friend not willing to give up on the bubbles yet) and a Rosemary Maple Bourbon Sour (for the classy friend). All three were delicious and had us feeling warm, fuzzy, and ready to carb up. Try the breakfast sandwich, with thick cut bacon, folded scrambled eggs, avocado and caramelized onion goat cheese, or the lamb and eggs with braised lamb shoulder and polenta. Equipped with a brunch and a buzz, take on the day’s activities with the confidence of someone who is day drunk at two in the afternoon on a Monday.

Best Basic Vancouver Birthday

photo by Bella Tang-Graham

The Flying Pig Gastown

After draining our savings accounts on Robson for a few hours, we headed to Flying Pig Gastown: the iconic Vancouver birthday dinner spot. Here, you can spoil the birthday girl (or boy) with bottles of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, gingery Moscow mules, a walnut old-fashioned that tastes like maple walnut ice cream and Burt Reynolds shots sure to make you feel fresh the following morning. Sober up with the decadent truffle mac and cheese, lemony, parmesan-topped crispy Brussels sprouts and the wild seafood pappardelle with brin fresh seafood and a spicy rose sauce. The Flying Pig also kindly provided us with a giant piece of vanilla-chocolate cake the size of the birthday girl’s (beautiful) head.

Best Basic Vancouver Birthday

photo by Bella Tang-Graham

Best Basic Vancouver Birthday

photo by Bella Tang-Graham

Best Basic Vancouver Birthday

photo by Bella Tang-Graham

The Diamond

Finish a perfect evening heart-racingly close to the suave cast of Riverdale at The Diamond. Fan girl at the top of Jughead Jones’ toque-clad head, one booth over, as you sip your Gassy Jack’s Lady made with local crème de cassis, amontillado sherry, and lemon. Try not to trip down the Diamond’s stairs as you side-eye FP Jones and Kevin Keller on your way out. Get home safe to the loving embrace of your bed, head swimming with birthday friend-love, an unseemly amount of cocktails, and dreams of horseback riding into the sunset with Cole Sprouse. Till next year!

Best Basic Vancouver Birthday

photo by Bella Tang-Graham

For more information:

CATCH 122 CAFE BISTRO
122 W HASTINGS ST.
VANCOUVER, BC
V6B 1G8

catch122.ca

THE FLYING PIG
102 WATER ST.
VANCOUVER, BC
V6B 1B2

theflyingpigvan.com

THE DIAMOND
6 POWELL ST.
VANCOUVER, BC
V6A 1E9

di6mond.com