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FOLIO.YVR

Celebrating West Coast Luxury Lifestyle | Elevated Consciousness

Category / FoF ☆ Culinary, Wine, Spirits

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‘BC Sips to Support’ Family-Operated Singletree Winery: From ‘City Kids’ to Winemakers

Located in Mt. Lehman, a small rural community in Abbotsford in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley, Singletree Winery is a family-operated vineyard with a deep-rooted connection to the land. Founded in 2010 by Garnet and Debbie Etsell, Singletree Winery is a testament to the family’s commitment to BC agriculture and their passion for crafting quality wines...

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‘BC Sips to Support’ Wrangles Gold Rush-Inspired Heritage Acres Distilling

Nestled in the heart of Mt. Lehman, Heritage Acres Distilling is a family-owned craft distillery driven by a passion for history, community, and finely crafted spirits. The distillery was founded by Chris and Jen Noske, who share a unique vision: to blend their love for embellished history with their commitment to creating high-quality, locally inspired...

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Botanist Offers an Exquisite Dining Experience with ‘Celebrating Seasonality’

If you are ready to indulge in an extraordinary culinary journey, Botanist at the Fairmont Pacific Rim offers the “Celebrating Seasonality” four-course tasting menu with pairings, crafting a true exploration of plant-forward flavours. This limited-time experience is designed by Executive Chef Hector Laguna, who draws inspiration from the Northwest’s rich bounty of produce, elevating it...

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Town Hall Brands Launches ‘BC Sips to Support’ with Folio.YVR

Welcome to ‘BC Sips to Support,’ an 8-part series celebrating BC producers creating outstanding beverages, each with its own unique story, flavours, and impact on the community. Compiled by Town Hall Brands, a marketing and branding agency with a passion for promoting quality products, this series aims to shine a light on some of the...

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Hosted by WORTH, ‘Yes Shef’ Returns to Celebrate Women in the Culinary Arts

One of BC’s most anticipated culinary events is back! Yes Shef returned for an engaging evening at the prestigious Fairmont Pacific Rim. The exclusive evening, hosted by WORTH Association, celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in the food and beverage industry. Yes Shef is a powerful gathering where seasoned chefs honour the importance of nurturing new talent,...

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Elevated Entertaining: Monogram x Michelin Star Chef Patrick Kriss x Holt Renfrew

Monogram Canada presented a pioneering initiative in the appliance industry — Elevated Entertaining: Elevated Entertaining: A Dining Series Featuring Michelin Star Chef Patrick Kriss & Holt Renfrew — with host Canadian television personality Tania Kim. The intimate event brought luxury culinary excellence to life and featured the artistry of Chef Patrick Kriss, founder of Alo...

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Andrew Peller Ltd Launches Rewild Australian Wine at Seasons in the Park

Rewild Australia celebrated the launch of the arrival of their wines with an intimate evening hosted by Andrew Peller Ltd at Seasons in the Park restaurant in the incredible Queen Elizabeth Park along the Cambie Corridor. Rewild Australian Wine stands at the forefront of sustainable viticulture, blending innovative practices with a deep respect for the...

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Vancouver Vices: Black Lagoon Pop’s Up at Butcher & Bullock

Be prepared to be enthralled by Black Lagoon! The highly acclaimed “Halloween Celebration of Your Nightmares,” curated by renowned spirits experts Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage, is making a grand return to 35 North American locations this October, including Vancouver’s The Butcher and Bullock. Origin of Black Lagoon In 2019, Hayes and Ramage provided a...

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Vancouver Vices: Expert Reece Sims Shares Her YVR Go-To’s for Whisky Lovers

Vancouver’s whisky scene is a treasure trove for aficionados and curious newcomers alike, with a selection of liquor stores that transform the simple act of purchasing a bottle into an exciting adventure. Each shop offers a distinctive atmosphere and an impressive array of whiskies, from beloved classics to hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Whether...

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Vancouver Vices: ‘The Courtney Room’ Announces Local Brewery Collabs

The Courtney Room, Victoria’s Restaurant of the Year, announces a series of local brewery collaborations, the perfect sippers to celebrate the fall, bursting with Vancouver Island flavours. A partnership between The Courtney Room’s Chef Brian Tesolin and the talented teams at Herald Street Brew Works, Île Sauvage Brewing Co., Small Gods Brewing Co. and Whistle...