Posts Tagged ‘Yaletown’

Warner Home Video Product Showcase

Saturday, September 25th, 2010

Warner Home Video Product Showcase featuring Inception in Yaletown’s most exclusive room.

The Warner Home Video Product Showcase was held i the secret back room at V (Earls Restaurant – Yaletown). The big feature for the product showcase was the box-office hit movie “Inception“.

Among the guests at the event were Marisa Russo and morning show host, Jennifer Thomson.

The event also saw entertainment reporter Thor Diakow and noted Vancouver photographer Jonathan Evans.

The Warner Home Video Product Showcase, which was held from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, featured Chris Lewchuk, the publicity manager at Warner Home Video, dressed up as Freddy Krueger from the 1980s movie “Nightmare on Elm Street“.

Sales and Event Coordinator of V Yaletown and Rebecca Olson was also on hand at the Warner Home Video Product Showcase. Robyn Goetz, Riaz Meghji, and Dyan Eaton also attended the event.

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Urban Thai Diner 10 Year Anniversary

Thursday, September 16th, 2010

On September 15th, Urban Thai Bistro celebrated its tenth year anniversary with complimentary drinks, canapes, a Monk Blessing ceremony and Thai Dance Show.

Urban Thai Bistro has brought the best of the East into the West with its authentic Thai cuisine. With its unique fusion of exotic dishes, whose spiciness can be adjusted to suit the taste of any food-loving Vancouverite, the Urban Thai Bistro has given Yaletown the best of what Thailand has to offer for the last ten years.

Urban Thai Bistro owner Desmond Chen welcomed guests to the anniversary celebration which started at 5 PM. Among the guests who joined the party were Q4 Al Centro General Manager Albert Chee and Brian Jessel BMW owner Brian Jessel.

Desmond Chen is a nominee for the esteemed Bill Tuson Restaurateur of the Year in October 2003 of the British Columbia Restaurant and Food Association.

Also joining the tenth year anniversary celebration of the Urban Thai Bistro were Polly Chen, Patrick Chen, Condrea Fung, and Peachy Chen. Urban Thai Bistro is open to serve its award-winning menu offerings including the popular Thai dishes daily from 11:30 AM until 10:30 PM.

To find out more about Urban Thai Bistro, visit their website, HERE.

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The Tomahawk Challenge

Thursday, September 16th, 2010

Dennis Pak from Society Restaurant challenges Chef Erik Heck to see who can eat a 4lb Tomahawk Steak the fastest.

The Tomahawk Challenge ended with Dennis Pak winning by consuming a four pound Tomahawk Steak in less than ten minutes. Dennis Pak is the undefeated eating champion of the Glowbal Collection while Chef Erik Heck is the Executive Chef of Glowbal Grill Steaks & Satay.

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Goldfish Pacific Kitchen’s Summer Splash 2010

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

“When it comes to helping out, I don’t believe in doing it for the media attention. My goal is to support the organizations that need help.” – Paul Allen

Goldfish Pacific Kitchen heats up for charity swimwear event, Summer Splash

Swimwear and summer go together like fish and water. Goldfish Pacific Kitchen added charity to the mix with the Yaletown restaurant’s highly anticipated Summer Splash event on June 16th from 7 to 9:30 PM.  The timely beach fashion and cocktail bash benefited the Vancouver Native Health Society (VNHS), a non-profit organization doing much needed work in downtown Eastside.

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Goldfish owner and philanthropist, Dotty Kanke, was delighted by the huge turnout and munificent donations, making the event a huge success.

“We are absolutely thrilled with the turnout and grateful for the many generous donations. Summer Splash was huge success, and we thank everyone for their support”

The evening was filled with food, fun and frivolity, which the restaurant is known for. For $60, guests were treated to a lively salsa performance by the Mambo Hustlers, a glamorous bikini fashion show with designs from Sports Illustrated favorite, Anna Kosturova, and a live auction which included a painting entitled ‘Bright Lights Over Only Seafoods’ donated by Tiko Kerr. The painting, which was valued at $6,500, was sold for an amazing $16,800. Aside from the painting, dinner for six to eight people was also auctioned to the guests.

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According to David Isaac, Deputy Executive Director of the VNHS:

“The thousands raised at Goldfish Summer Splash will enable the Vancouver Native Health Society to expand our services to help more Downtown Eastside residents. In particular, we are extremely excited about developing a brand new kitchen to serve more than 150 people we already see every single day”

Guests at the event were also treated with cocktails, champagne and some delectable appetizers prepared by acclaimed Chef William Tse of Goldfish Pacific Kitchen. These treats included Pulled Short RIbs Sliders, fresh oysters, Pan Seared Hokkaido Scallops, Banana Spring Rolls, Kaffir Lime Infused Prawns, West Coast Mini Sushi Pizzas, and Miso Sake Marinated Chicken Skewers.

The guest list in the event included Vancouver actress Melanie Papalia, Cornerstone Group Consultant Farhan Rhemtulla, New Zealand actress Emma Lahana, Union Gospel Mission’s Amy Billingsley, Sherani Volberg of Pearls Auto Spa, singer/actress Dawn Chubai, award-winning radio personality Brother Jake Edwards, Curve Communications Client Services Manager Sophia Cheng, media personality Catherine Barr and artist Tiko Kerr.

Other guests at the event were Steve Bickerdike, Hayley Crichton, Jocelyn Soares, Robert Gagne, Christina Tickell, Tanya Greemo, June Iida, Shelley Haratmatny, Patti Colton and Howard Colton.

Initial estimates of the funds raised in the two and a half hour event reached more than $35,000. This is the second annual charity event hosted by Goldfish Pacific Kitchen, which offers diners a contemporary, sophisticated setting to indulge in food, fund and frivolity.

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Provence Marinaside previews their Poisson D’Avril Menu

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Always in fine form, the proprietors of Provence Restaurant in Yaletown have something up their sleeve for April Fools Day.

Provence Marinaside previews their Poisson D'Avril Menu

Provence Marinaside previews their Poisson D'Avril Menu

Provence Marinaside previews their Poisson D'Avril Menu

This year, outside of having a fish taped to our backs, members of the media were treated to a multi-course tasting  of the Poisson D’Avril menu which is available at the restaurant from April 1st through 30th for $45 per person.

First course:

Duo of Smoked Fish – tuna and salmon, pearl onions, gherkins, mixed greens

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Mackerel Facon Bouillabaisse – poached in fish soup, saffron rouille, gruyere cheese

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Halibut Cheek Confit – snow pea sprouts, piquillo peppers, tapenade crostini

Second course:

Citrus Dusted Salmon – asparagus, hollandaise, fingerling potatoes

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Baked Sardine Fillets – Mediterranean vinaigrette, farro, arugula, spinach

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Halibut – marinated oven dried plum tomato vinaigrette, legumes vert, saffron new potatoes

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Daily Whole Fish – seasonal vegetables, seven grain rice

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Sablefish – snow pea sprouts, fennel, orange, black olive essence

Dessert course:

Dessert – choice from our menu

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Samsung officially opens its OR@S Pavilion for Vancouver 2010 Winter Games

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

“With Glowing Hearts” the Olympic Rendezvous @ Samsung (OR@S) for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games was formally opened February 10, 2010.

Samsung officially opens its OR@S Pavilion for Vancouver 2010 Winter Games

The event was attended by company bigwigs led by Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd President and CEO Geesung Choi together with Canadian ice hockey superstar and Samsung Athlete Ambassador Wayne Gretzky. They were joined by Gerhard Heiberg, Chairman of Marketing Commission of the IOC, John Furlong, CEO of VANOC, Gordon Campbell, Premier of British Columbia, and Tewanee Joseph, CEO and Executive Director, Four Host Nations.

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The theme of the opening event was a celebration of the talking stick and a hugely botched homage to Canada’s First Nations. As part of the entertainment of the event, a largely unknown dance troupe bearing Samsung’s name and wearing tight-fitting costumes pranced around stage waving their rendition of the talking stick. The dance choreography, certainly didn’t match the calibre of people in the room and resembled a show one might catch in a Las Vegas strip joint. When asked for commentary, the Four Host Nations CEO Tewanee Joseph appeared too appalled to comment.

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The OR@S is a 7,500-square feet, two-storey facility that exhibits the leading edge wireless communications technology from Samsung at the same time it offered  Olympic Games fans the opportunity to “Discover Your Every WOW Moment.”

Samsung officially opens its OR@S Pavilion for Vancouver 2010 Winter Games

Located in Vancouver’s David Lam Park, the OR@S showcased Samsung’s industry leading wireless communications technology and provide athletes and fans with the opportunity to discover their every WOW moment. The venue was  a relaxing retreat for athletes and spectators, and featured Samsung’s latest mobile phone technologies, interactive displays and live entertainment.

The Athlete Centre, which was found on the upper level of the OR@S, was also known as the “Official Meeting Place for Athletes and Their Families.” A lounge was available for the athletes and their family members for get-togethers and a place to enjoy the celebrations. The Samsung OMNIA II touchscreen smartphone – The Official Mobile Device of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games – was available for athletes to make free phone calls to the family and friends back home.

The features of the OR@S, which debuted at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, included a special performance by DubArtist Chris Casillan and music by the cell-phone orchestra as well as daily performances from the Cirque des Communications of Canada as they match the well-known Vancouver image of “the integration of nature with urban life” with a spectacular light display.  There was also a musical performance by Canadian singer and songwriter Jenny Galt, and  daily ambient music and lighting effects from Vancouver’s own DJ Jon O’Neal.

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OPUS Podium Party – Kicking Off The Olympic Spirit

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

The first Winter Olympic Games was held in 1924 in Chamonix, France.  With Glowing Hearts, the 2010 Vancouver Olympics opened on February 12 at Vancouvers’s BC Place. To join celebration at the start of the Olympics, OPUS Hotel Vancouver kicked it off with the ‘OPUS Podium Party’ February 9 from 6 to 10 PM.

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The Invitation only VIP media party to celebrate the kick off of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics had some interesting side events going on including the opportunity to find out what really happens after the podium with OPUS’ Dare to Disturb interactive room tours.

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It was a seen and be seen party to launch one of the biggest events in the history of Vancouver. Celebrities from all over came to party the night away at OPUS, the premier party place this side of town.

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On the Red Carpet VIP List of international celebrities were Canadian actor Ryan Robbins, actor Terry Chen, rising star Agam Darshi, TV and film actress Apollonia Vanova, and Canadian film actress Ingrid Kavelaars.

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Local celebrities were also present to hobnob with the famous and more famous in Vancouver. Led by the mayor of Vancouver, Gregor Robertson, others who were invited to this exclusive event included celebrity fashion designer Jason Matlo,  Man-about-town Fred Lee,  John & Katherine Evans of OPUS Hotels Vancouver and Montreal, and Canadian shoe designer John Fluevog.

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News Anchors and On Air Personalities present at the event were TSN sportscaster and TV personality/host Anna Wallner, Canadian television sportscaster for TSN Dan O’Toole, MTV presenter Jessi Cruickshank, host Fanny Keifer, CBC News at Six co-host and journalist Gloria Macarenko, Canadian TV personality Jeremy Szafron, Fashion Television’s Jeanne Beker, ET Canada’s Erin Cebula and Canadian television journalist Coleen Christie.

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Not to be left out in the crowd were Olympic athletes namely Canadian-American rower Jake Wtzle, speed skater Catroina Le May-Doan, Olympic figure skaters David Peletier and Jamie Sale, Olympic skaters Katarina Witt & Elizabeth Manley and Olympic rower turned British media personality Matthew Pinsent.

The OPUS will continue to host VIP and media only events throughout the Olympics. Stay tuned for more coverage.

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Bombay Brow Bar

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Did you hear? Yaletown has a new kid on the block and they do only brows.

Bombay Brow Bar Opens in Yaletown

They may be plucky, but when it comes to eyebrows, let the experts do them. The Bombay Brow Bar in Yaletown combines a traditional Indian hair removal method with a hefty dose of Bollywood beauty.

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Threading is an ancient Indian skill that removes unwanted hair all the way to the roots using a cotton thread. The person performing the threading achieves amazing precision and control, making this the best way of shaping your eyebrows.

Bombay Brow Bar Opens in Yaletown

Located on Mainland Street just across from Glowbal Restaurant, the Bombay Brow Bar is open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

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Sneak peek into Mavi’s SS10 Collection

Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

If one could say there was a theme for the ‘Spotlight Designer’ showcase at OPUS bar on January 21st, they’d have to say fabulously dressed people at a fabulous event.

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Mavi, the renowned denim brand from Turkey, gave a sneak peek into its spring/summer ‘SS10′ collection for 2010 – twelve different looks for ladies and four for gentlemen.

The collection showcases key trends in the industry including denim on denim look, the Serena low rise super skinny jeans (also known as “jeggings”), balloon Capri, Patti boyfriend jeans, denim jackets & vest, short shorts, as well as several tie-dyed, distressed or ripped jeans paired off with studded plaid shirts.

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The OPUS bar, in a surprising turn of generosity, also offered guests a taste of a sparkling wine all the way from down under. Pink, is a sparkling blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Southeastern Australia with a strawberry aroma and fruit flavors of sweet berry and lime.

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Aside from the sneak peek, upcoming singer and songwriter Téa gave an exclusive performance for the guests of this invite-only event. Mavi’s SS10 collection hits the stores now.

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Glowbal Grill Steaks & Satay Launch

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

If a good steak is the most sought-after food item known to man, then Glowbal in Yaletown definitely hit the nail on the head when they re-opened the doors to the the legendary restaurant on Thursday, January 14th.

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As usual, the good people of the Glowbal Collection (owners of such fine restaurants as Coast, Sanafir, Trattoria, Society and Italian Kitchen,) know how to throw a party – this time re-launching Glowbal Grill Steaks & Satay with a new interior design, a steaked-up menu (including Australian Wagyu Beef) and, of course, Vancouver’s beautiful people.

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When the restaurant opened eight years ago, Glowbal Grill and Satay Bar almost immediately became the gold standard in Yaletown’s dining scene. It established itself as one of the premier dining establishments found in one of Vancouver’s trendiest districts. For the January 14th relaunch Glowbal has raised the bar even higher.

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With a much more refined interior and re-invented menu, guests are in for truly magnificent dining. The new “Meat Cellar” displays fine cuts of beef that can be butchered upon order.

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The grand opening gala event had hundreds lined up out the door, hoping to sneak a peek while Vancouver’s finest mingled inside. Those who were invited to attend all agreed, the restaurant that invented Yaletown dining  has now reinvented the steak house.

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