GOODS: Top Vancouver Chefs To Compete In 2012 “Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown”
September 27, 2012
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The GOODS from Ocean Wise
Vancouver, BC | Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program proudly announces the 12 Vancouver Ocean Wise finalists who will compete head-to-head at this year’s 2012 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown, presented by Rickard’s and Granville Island Brewing. This year’s event takes place on November 21 at the Vancouver Aquarium. Tickets are available at vanaqua.org/chowder-chowdown.
“This friendly, but competitive, cook-off brings together 12 of Vancouver’s top chefs as they showcase their original ocean-friendly seafood chowders, paired with craft beer, at this fun and delicious consumer event,” says Mike McDermid, Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise partner relations manager. “The winner, who will be crowned 2012 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown Champion, will be selected by a celebrity panel of judges, and guests are invited to vote for the People’s Choice winner at what promises to be memorable evening of unique and flavourful chowders, all in support of sustainable seafood.”
See the line-up of local Ocean Wise chefs contending for the winning title of Vancovuer Aquarium’s 2012 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown Champion after the jump… Read more
GOODS: The Vancouver Aquarium Hosting Their “Toast To The Coast” This October 12
August 27, 2012
The Ocean Wise symbol is the Vancouver Aquarium’s assurance of an ocean-friendly seafood choice | oceanwise.ca
The GOODS from Ocean Wise
Vancouver, BC | Mark your calendars for Vancouver Aquarium’s annual Toast to the Coast event, which takes place on Friday, October 12, 2012. One of the Aquarium’s signature fundraising events, Toast to the Coast directly supports the Aquarium’s conservation, research and education programs.
Each year, over 500 of Vancouver’s inspired individuals come together to celebrate aquatic conservation in style as the Vancouver Aquarium is transformed into a magical after-hours experience. Guests connect with aquatic life while they nosh on exquisite canapés from leading Ocean Wise restaurants, sample the best of B.C.’s local wines, boogie to live music and leave with chic items from the silent auction.
Set against the magical backdrop of the Aquarium at night, this year’s Ocean Wise partners include new participants Miradoro at Tinhorn Creek and Wild Rice, joined by some of Vancouver’s favourite seafood restaurants such as C restaurant and YEW Restaurant + Bar. Enjoy B.C.’s best wines including pours from Quail’s Gate Estate Winery, Blasted Church Vineyards and Hillside Estate Winery. Read more
GOODS: Yew To Host “Ocean Wise” Supper To Celebrate World Oceans Day On June 8
May 25, 2012
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The GOODS from Ocean Wise
Vancouver, BC | Executive Chef Ned Bell at YEW restaurant + bar and Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver has always been a strong proponent of sustainable seafood – but this World Oceans Day on June 8, he’s taking his commitment to another level as the venue debuts as a new partner of Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program.
If you know anything about culinary master Ned Bell, you know you won’t be disappointed by the sumptuous Ocean Wise dinner he’ll be serving up that evening. Inspired by the oceans of the world – Indian, Pacific, Atlantic, and Southern – the dinner will celebrate our connection to the ocean. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program. Details after the jump… Read more
GOODS: A Night Of Food & Wine In Support Of Conservation At The Vancouver Aquarium
May 8, 2012
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The GOODS from Ocean Wise
Vancouver, BC | Thursday, June 21 is the sixth annual iconic Night at the Aquarium gala fundraiser, the Vancouver Aquarium’s signature fundraising event. All proceeds of the event are a critical source of funding for the Aquarium’s conservation, research and education programs.
There is no other location in Vancouver where you can mingle with more than 50,000 wonderful sea creatures. Guests at the gala will enjoy a selection of wines from around the world paired with delicious Ocean Wise™ dishes prepared by some of Vancouver’s top chefs including executive chefs Rob Clarke of C Restaurant, Frank Pabst of Blue Water Café, David Hawksworth of Hawksworth Restaurant (VIP pre-reception) and Ned Bell of YEW restaurant and Four Seasons.
In addition, gala attendees will enjoy live music and entertainment, and have a chance to bid on a dream in the live and silent auctions. This year’s live auction will feature notable items such as an exclusive vacation package from Sonora Resort. Journey of the Salmon: From the stream to the plate will include a two-night stay, round-trip helicopter for two, one-hour eco-adventure tour on the inflatable Polaris vessel, raft and snorkel with the salmon session, cooking class, four-hour fishing session, and a signed Tastes of Sonora Cookbook for a total value of $6,800. Learn more after the jump… Read more
GOODS: City’s Top Chefs To Compete For “2011 Ocean Wise Chowder Champion” Title
October 31, 2011
The Ocean Wise symbol is the Vancouver Aquarium’s assurance of an ocean-friendly seafood choice | oceanwise.ca
The GOODS from Ocean Wise
Vancouver, BC| Twelve of Vancouver’s top Ocean Wise chefs will heat up the Vancouver Aquarium on November 23 as they compete in a cook-off for the title of 2011 Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown Champion. “This friendly, but fierce, competition brings together 12 of Vancouver’s best chefs as they compete with original ocean-friendly seafood chowder, paired with local craft beer,” says Mike McDermid, Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise partner relations manager. “The judging panel has selected 12 Ocean Wise recipes submitted by B.C.’s top chefs for what will be an incredible night of great tastingchowder, all in support of sustainable seafood.” The following local Ocean Wise chefs will go head-to-head, creating delicious, sustainable Ocean Wise chowders… Read more
GOODS: The Vancouver Aquarium & Ocean Wise™ Ready For “Toast To The Coast”
October 20, 2011
The Ocean Wise symbol is the Vancouver Aquarium’s assurance of an ocean-friendly seafood choice | oceanwise.ca
The GOODS from Ocean Wise
Vancouver, BC| Join 500 foodies and wine lovers in support of the Vancouver Aquarium’s conservation, education and research efforts at Toast to the Coast 2011 on Friday November 4, 2011 from 7:30pm – 11:00pm. Toast to the Coast transforms the Aquarium into a stylishly exotic after-hours experience with 100% of the evening’s proceeds going to support the Aquarium’s commitment to effecting the conservation of aquatic life and waterways. Guest will enjoy canapés from leading Ocean Wise restaurants, sample the best local wines, jive to live music from DJ Leanne and leave with finds from the silent auction and fashion showcase. Get all the details after the jump… Read more
GOODS: The Vancouver Aquarium’s “Ocean Wise” Program Joins The Scout Community
October 19, 2011
We’ve invited the Vancouver Aquarium’s fantastic Ocean Wise program to join our GOODS section as a recommended local organisation that is worth checking out (look for their sustainable seafood symbol on menus across the city). They’re now proud members of Scout, and as such we’ll be posting their news front and center and hosting a page for them on our curated list of independent goodnesses. We’d like to take this chance to thank them for their support of Scout, and for making Vancouver a more delicious place to live!
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Details
Telephone: 604 659 3596
Email: oceanwise@vanaqua.org
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About Ocean Wise™
The Ocean Wise symbol next to a menu or seafood item is the Vancouver Aquarium’s assurance of an ocean-friendly seafood choice. With over 3,100 Ocean Wise partner locations across Canada, Ocean Wise makes it easy for consumers to make sustainable seafood choices that ensure the health of our oceans for generations to come.
The Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program works directly with restaurants, markets, food services and suppliers to ensure they have the most current scientific information regarding sustainable seafood and to help them make ocean-friendly buying decisions. The options are highlighted on their menus and display cases with the Ocean Wise symbol, making it easier for consumers to make ocean-friendly seafood choices.
Ocean Wise recently launched the Ocean Wise iPhone application—an easy-to-use app that provides consumers with over 3,100 Ocean Wise restaurants, markets and supplier venues from coast to coast, and a comprehensive list of ocean-friendly seafood options. The Ocean Wise iPhone app is continuously updated with ocean-friendly seafood options and Ocean Wise partners spanning Victoria to Halifax.
Learn more at www.oceanwise.ca.
