Culture

Must-Have Raincouver Raincoats

Accurately dubbed the name ‘Raincouver’, Vancouver’s wet season means colder commutes to work and at least a couple of guaranteed bad hair days.

Culture

Canadian Designer Profile: Catherine Regehr

Cathereine Regehr graced the runway last November with her stunning collection to open the Fight for Beauty Fashion Show.

Dine + Drink

Omakase Long Table Sushi Experience at The Lobby Lounge and RawBar

Taste, sip and savour your way through an incredible sushi adventure with the Omakase Long Table sushi experience, launching in the RawBar at Fairmont Pacific Rim on International Sushi Day June 18.

What's On

This February Botanist Welcomes Award-Winning Chef Julien Royer of Two-Michelin Star Odette for First Canadian Culinary Collaboration

On February 22 and 23, Botanist Executive Chef Hector Laguna will welcome internationally acclaimed Chef-Owner Julien Royer of Odette, a two Michelin star rated restaurant in Singapore for an exclusive culinary collaboration which will mark Chef Royer’s Canadian cooking debut.

Culture

Canadian Designer Profile: UNTTLD

The Fight for Beauty Fashion Show, which was the collaborative effort of Westbank Corp, Fairmont Pacific Rim and CAFA, saw five Canadian designers from coast-to-coast come together for a Vancouver fashion-first: an exclusive runway show at Fairmont Pacific Rim.

Culture

Artist Profile: Jim Kwan

In addition to being an accomplished Jazz pianist, Jim Kwan brings a unique blend of musical genres to his vocal/piano repertoire with his own twist. His original and soulful renditions of music take you from Marvin Gaye, Al Green and Earth, Wind & Fire, to music by The Eagles, Jimi Henrix and Bob Marley. He covers songs through the 80’s like Duran Duran, Men At Work, Cyndi Lauper, right to contemporary music by John Mayer, U2, Rihanna and Coldplay. Jim Kwan is a soloist.

What's On

This February Botanist Welcomes Award-Winning Chef Julien Royer of Two-Michelin Star Odette for First Canadian Culinary Collaboration

On February 22 and 23, Botanist Executive Chef Hector Laguna will welcome internationally acclaimed Chef-Owner Julien Royer of Odette, a two Michelin star rated restaurant in Singapore for an exclusive culinary collaboration which will mark Chef Royer’s Canadian cooking debut.

Culture

Artist Profile: Paul Filek

Paul Filek is a Canadian Singer Songwriter from Kamloops, BC who’s released three albums and one EP since 2006. As well as being a Top 40 Canadian Idol Finalist in 2007 (Top 20 Male), he has also had the pleasure of sharing the stage with many great artists including INXS, Carly Rae Jepsen, Ziggy Marly, Styx, Trooper, Jully Black and more.

What's On

What’s On This Week in The Lobby Lounge Jan 1

As Vancouver’s premier live music destination, The Lobby Lounge hosts emerging artists seven days a week, with the occasional impromptu guest performance.

Culture

Canadian Designer Profile: Lucian Matis

We were lucky enough to have Lucian Matis as one of five Canadian designers at our recent Fight for Beauty Fashion Show on November 21, 2017.

Dine + Drink

A Holiday Favourite: Spiked Eggnog

Homemade eggnog, hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, all tied together with a splash cognac and spiced rum? Say no more, we found our favourite holiday drink.

Dine + Drink

Winter Warmer: Hot Buttered Rum

With the first snowfall of the winter season upon us, what better way to warm up than with a glass of hot buttered rum. This drink is rich, syrupy, and deeply comforting for all the senses. It is also a great alternative to mulled wine or spiked eggnog, the traditional holiday favourites.