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EDIBLE BC’S FRIENDS NEED YOUR HELP!

March 25th, 2008 Write a Comment  Print This Post

March 25, 2008 (NORTH VANCOUVER) On Tuesday March 25, 2008, the family home of DJ Kearney and David Scholefield was destroyed by fire. A public plea is being made to assist the family, and a trust account has been established at the North Shore Credit Union. Donations can be made to the “Kearney/Scholefield Fire Trust,” account # 179986-04 at any branch of the North Shore Credit Union; those not on theNorth Shore can also donate. Email fire@ccltd.ca for instruction. 

The occupants of the home: Kearney, Scholefield and Kearney’s two teenage sons Sean and Alex, escaped without major injury, but sadly, the family’s pet cat perished, and the home and its contents are ruined. The family has insurance, which will cover the basics, but as in any emergency situation, there are essential and immediate needs to take care of. “At this time the most important thing is that the entire family is safe,” said family friend Leeann Clemens. “Their immediate need is for practical items such as new identification and eyeglasses, clothing and a place to stay.” At the time of this release, the family has established a plan to stay with a family friend this evening, and were combing through the home’s remains to determine what can be recovered. The house is located in North Vancouver near the intersection of Dollarton Highway and Old Dollarton Highway. As of late Tuesday morning there was still a lot of smoke coming out of the home, which burned as morning commuters crossed theIronworkers’Memorial Bridge. Fire investigators say the blaze started in a diesel furnace and the older home was well-involved by the time firefighters arrived.  Kearney and Scholefield are both prominent and well-regarded wine industry personalities, and the wine, food and hospitality industries in particular are being called upon to assist. 

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EDIBLE BC FEATURED WITH ROYAL BANK

March 25th, 2008 Write a Comment  Print This Post

Edible British Columbia is very proud to have been featured as part of the Royal Bank of Canada’s internal and external ad campaigns.  Check out the video that they will be using for their upcoming promotion!

WHISKY DINNER AT PEARL ON THE ROCK – APRIL 21, 2008

March 25th, 2008 Write a Comment  Print This Post

Edible BC is proud to once again take our famed “Whisky Dinners” on the road to Pearl on the Rock in White Rock next month.  Come and join Caskstregth’s Andrew Starritt and Edible BC’s Eric Pateman along with the team at Pearl for what will prove to be one of the best meals of the year.  As usual, we are not pouring your typically available Single Malt, but some special bottles from our collection.  The cost is only $175 per person (all inclusive), which is a steal when you think of what it would cost to try each of these whiskies on their own.  To book your tickets, go to the Edible BC website and order online, or give Eric a call at (604) 812-9660 and he will take your reservation over the phone.Here is a copy of the menu for the evening…

Benriach 15 year Tawny

Arugula Salad

Prosciutto, beefsteak tomato,cambozola, 5 year balsamic vinaigrette

Glen Ord 12 year

Queen Charlotte Halibut

Green tomato relish, pickled ginger, vanilla reduction

Springbank 1997

Quebec Veal Striploin

Late winter vegetable ragout, braised leeks, morel cream sauce

Bowmore Darkest

Maple Hill Farms Duck Breast

Spicy chorizo, cannellini beans, red wine reduction

OMC Port Ellen 26 year “rum finished”

Banana Bread Pudding

Berry compote, caramel sauce

THE CHOCOLATE THEATRE FOR THE ULTIMATE CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE!

March 16th, 2008 Write a Comment  Print This Post

Are you a true chocoholic, but want to take chocolate eating to the next level? Do you want to learn the art & science of chocolate and be able to taste chocolate for all the nuances that different ones offer? Then we have the exclusive opportunity for you! Join award winning authors and pastry chef/chocolatiers extraordinaire Dominique and Cindy Duby for the ultimate interactive chocolate tasting sessions. The Duby’s are offering a limited number of chocolate and tasting appreciation classes that guarantee an evening of education, paired with fun and of course the best chocolates the world has to offer. You will be presented with over 20+ samples of chocolate masterpieces, that NBC’s Today Show has hailed as “chocolates you will never forget”, along with the expert guidance o the Duby’s to help seared this experience in your mind forever. The cost of these classes is $75 per session. Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Please contact Edible BC at 604-662-3606 or the Duby’s directly at 604-277-6102 for more information.

LES DAMES ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – SEPT. 15, 2008

March 5th, 2008 Write a Comment  Print This Post

Edible BC will be once again entering a number of foursomes into the annual Les Dame’s golf tournament this coming Sept. 15th. If you have not had the privilege of playing in this fun tournament, this is the year.  Imagine a round of golf with food and drinks (wine, beer, vodka, etc.) on every hole from many of Vancouver’s top restaurants including Le Crocodile, the Pear Tree, and many more!  And this is while you are on the course…afterwards there is a full buffet, lots more wine and fantastic prizes to bid on at live and silent auctions, not to mention a fabulous goodie bag.  This is your chance to eat and drink well while rubbing shoulders with many of Vancouver’s top chefs. If you are interested in being part of an Edible BC foursome, please reply to this email so I can add you to our list.  Last year we had 3 foursomes entered, and this year we hope for one more! This is the best value golf tournament in the province and we have been participating for 5 years in a row and it keeps getting better and better.   Opportunities are also available for sponsorship so hurry and reserve your space!