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One ingredient Nov 19, 2012

From Mushrooms to Meals

“An introduction to foraging and a glimpse at the life of those who wish to push forward this sustainable and creative movement.” —By ...

Red Wine Nov 16, 2012

Wines of Worth: Beaujolais Nouveau

Yesterday le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivée. This unique annual event, falling on the third Thursday in November, is when baby-fresh Beaujolais is ...

Okanagan / Top 5 Nov 15, 2012

The Okanagan’s Artisan Bakeries

OKANAGAN All you need is bread. Handmade artisan bread baked daily is one of life’s best affordable luxuries. A bowl of soup with a freshly made ...

Food Pairings Nov 14, 2012

What to DRINK With That: Festive Dinners Traditional & Alternative

DRINK editor Treve Ring asks local wine experts how they would approach pairing dishes and flavours. For this holiday edition, we are pairing to both ...

Breads / Main course / Recipes Nov 12, 2012

From-Scratch: Chili with Whole Wheat Cornbread

Chili Serves 4-6 This is my favorite recipe to make on the first long day of teaming rain in the fall. The lengthy simmering and stewing times ...

Awards / Chefs / Exceptional Eats! Awards Nov 10, 2012

Let the Voting Begin. Cast your vote and enter the prize draw.

VOTING IS NOW CLOSED Welcome back to the Exceptional Eats! Readers Choice Awards. It has been another year of promising new haunts and ...

Wine Festivals Nov 9, 2012

Wines of Worth: Last Minute Guide to Cornucopia

Cornucopia: abundance of riches. Nothing could be closer to truth in labeling for Whistler’s Cornucopia. You have the awesome atmosphere of ...

First Look Nov 8, 2012

First Look: Cloud 9 Specialty Bakery

NEW WESTMINSTER Ray Porcellato, co-owner of Cloud 9 Specialty Bakery in New Westminster, didn’t grow up in today’s gluten-free world. Home baking ...

Spirits Nov 2, 2012

Spirits of Worth: Scottish Single Malt Whisky

Tomorrow, November 3, is BC Liquor Stores' annual premium spirit release. This year whiskies are in the spotlight - numerous whiskies from around the ...

First Look Nov 1, 2012

First Look: Fry’s Bakery

VICTORIA While waiting for the flour that has made its way onto his apron to be dusted off, and watching the enjoyment of a fresh pretzel being eaten ...