LIV Magazine on 08/21/2025 L LIV Magazine
Elevate Your Next Gathering :Private Chef Lynne Fantham in the Southern Okanagan
There is something unmistakably special about gathering around a table filled with beautiful, nourishing food.
LIV Magazine on 08/19/2025 L LIV Magazine
Folke: A Vibrant Celebration of Local Vegetables in Kitsilano
Tucked along a quiet stretch of Kitsilano, Folke is the kind of restaurant that feels like an invitation—to slow down, to share a meal, and to appreciate just how stunning vegetables can be when handled with care and curiosity. Friends Colin Uyeda and Pricilla Deo have created something rare in Vancouver: an entirely plant-based restaurant that radiates both sophistication and warmth, without ever leaning on clichés about what vegan dining “should” be.
LIV Magazine on 08/19/2025 L LIV Magazine
BOOM + BATTEN: Harbourfront Magic Paired with BC Wine Legends
This Victoria Inner Harbour landmark offers fine dining with sunset and sailboat views.
Toby Tannas on 08/19/2025 T Toby Tannas
Cupcakes You Crave: The Heartfelt Rise of a Family Bakery
Some of the strongest bonds begin in childhood kitchens—where stories are shared over mixing bowls, and traditions are passed down one handwritten recipe at a time. For sisters Carolyne McIntyre Jackson and Jodi Willoughby, that bond was forged on a farm just outside High River, Alberta, surrounded by wheat fields, prairie skies, and the irresistible scent of something sweet in the oven.
LIV Magazine on 08/19/2025 L LIV Magazine
Discovering O’Rourke Family Estate
An Extraordinary Destination
Helen Siwak on 06/16/2025 H Helen Siwak
The Award-Winning 2020 Oculus: A Canadian Milestone
The 2020 Oculus stands as a crowning achievement for Mission Hill Family Estate, earning the first-ever perfect 100-point score for a Canadian red wine. This landmark accolade, awarded by renowned wine writer and sommelier John Schreiner, affirms both the winery’s vision and the Okanagan Valley’s place on the global stage. Schreiner lauded the wine as a “tour de force,” highlighting its persistent finish and flawless execution.
Helen Siwak on 06/15/2025 H Helen Siwak
Chef Chanthy Yen: Leading Vancouver’s Culinary Renaissance
If you are plugged into the Vancouver food scene, chances are you have already heard the name Chanthy Yen. As of 2025, Chef Chanthy holds the title of Culinary Director for Kitchen Table Group, where he oversees 14 beloved restaurant concepts across the city—from the Michelin-recommended Bacaro to neighbourhood gems like