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November 26th Wine Tasting & Screening Of “Red Obsession” At The Rio

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Our friends over the Rio Theatre are getting set for another Wine Tasting + Film Night, this time featuring the Western Canadian Premiere of Red Obsession on Tuesday, November 26th. The film looks at the great and storied chateaux of Bordeaux as they struggle to accommodate the world’s increasingly voracious appetites for their rare and expensive wines.

“We are excited to have the support of Marquis Wine CellarsBella WinesDirect WinesRich Massey Wine and SpiritsSummerhill Pyramid Winery, and Okanagan Crush Pad, who are all set to pour their fantastic wares next Tuesday.” 

Co-director Warwick Ross will be there in person together with veteran broadcaster, wine-lover, and host of Tasting Room Radio, Terry David Mulligan, who will lead the post-screening Q&A. This looks like a fascinating documentary. Watch the trailer above.

Roll Up Your Sleeves and Reconnect with Food, Land, and Community at UBC Farm This Summer

UBC Farm has released its summer workshop schedule, with hands-on classes and guided outdoor experiences that connect people to food, nature, and each other.

The Garden Adds a Long-Overdue Wine Bar Energy to Strathcona

The Garden in Strathcona has expanded into evening service, adding wine, cocktails, and a menu of share plates to its familiar café-and-retail setup.

THIS Gallery’s $200 Art Show Opens Friday, May 15

More than fifty artists. Every work priced at $200. THIS Gallery’s upcoming fundraiser exhibition turns small-scale sculpture into something energetic, accessible, and worth showing up for.

Casa Molina Is Throwing a Proper Spanish Party This Sunday

Paella pans, hand-carved jamón, vermut, gin & tonics, and laughter drifting between tables. Casa Molina is turning two this Sunday and throwing a full-day Spanish taberna-style party to mark it.