The early afternoon tomorrow, July 25th, will see Granville St. businesses celebrating the completion of the local Canada Line construction. They’re joining together to throw an outdoor street party – really a means to reintroduce their long beleaguered selves – called Granville Showcase. Scout is proudly sponsoring the Show & Taste table in the 700 block, where nibbles from Circa, Deuce Bungalow, Granville Room, The Refinery, Sanafir, ShuRaku Sake Bar & Bistro and Sip-Resto Lounge can be had. There’s also a cocktail competition called the Battle of the Bottle going down up the street at The Edge. It’s a party, so bring sensible shoes. Better yet, bring crappy ones and then buy some while you’re on Granville. More details from the presser after the leap…

From 2pm-7pm, non-stop live music, dance performances and a fashion show on the 700-block will be showcased alongside over 50 retailers, bars, restaurants and clubs from the 400-block to the 1100-block who will be offering specials and fun activities for all to celebrate throughout the day!

Sample bites from Granville’s top restaurants: visit the Show and Taste table in the 700 block to buy your tickets and passport for the tasting tour (from 4pm-6pm) for your chance to win the grand prize: a night out at Circa Restaurant & Lounge! Experience the best in progressive Pacific Northwest cuisine blended with exotic global influences. Participating restaurants include: Circa, Deuce Bungalow, Granville Room, The Refinery, Sanafir, ShuRaku Sake Bar & Bistro and Sip-Resto Lounge who will offering specials and discounts to those who take part.

See Granville’s top bartenders duke it out in the ‘Battle of the Bottle’: Granville Street’s top bartenders vie for the title of Granville Showcase’s ‘Top Tender’ at The Edge Social Grille & Lounge (corner of Helmcken and Granville Street) at 4pm. Featuring guest judges: Georgia Straight’s Miranda Nelson; popular Vancouver blogger, Miss604; and society columnist/entertainment reporter, Catherine Barr — this will definitely be a highlight of the event.

We’ll see you there.