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NEWS RELEASE:    Odd Society Spirits  Deliver  Both the Sweet and the Bitter Odd Society Spirits Set to Release Bittersweet Vermouth  Vancouver B.C., December 16, 2014— With a grain-to-glass philosophy and a craft distillery designation, all spirits served at the Odd Society Spirits Cocktail Lounge are legally required to be created onsite. In order to expand their portfolio of spirits and liqueurs while elevating their already strong cocktail program, Odd Society Spirits obtained a winery license and has developed their own vermouth.  Odd Society Spirits Bittersweet Vermouth will be available to purchase  for $22 in 375ml bottles at the distillery starting Thursday, December 18, 2014.  Select British Columbia restaurants, bars and private liquor stores (prices may vary) will also be carrying this essential classic cocktail ingredient.  A bittersw...

Campagnolo to Launch Weekend Brunch 'Upstairs' 'Upstairs' at Campagnolo Starts Weekend Brunch Service on September 13 Vancouver B.C., September 8, 2014 — 'Upstairs' at Campagnolo, a late night oasis for cocktail aficionados, is setting their alarm clock early in order to open on weekend mornings for brunch. Starting Saturday, September 13 brunch will be served on weekends and holidays from 10:30AM until 2:00PM. Chef Nathan Lowey of the award-winning Campagnolo Restaurant, first expanded his menu to coincide with the opening of the bar located above Campagnolo, appropriately referred to as 'Upstairs', in February of 2014. Upstairs does not adhere to the strict dedication to Italian cuisine as Campagnolo but does honour the same ideology that respects British Columbia’s bounty and the culinary skill required to make the most of it all year round. "Our brunch menu offers the style of brunch I like to eat," says Lowey. "I wan...

Hooker's Green at the New Oxford - Now Open If you follow the newly fabricated winding raw metal staircase down from the library at the New Oxford, you will be greeted by the dimly lit games area of the newest addition to the Donnelly Group Public Houses, Hooker's Green. Not to be mistaken with ladies of the night, Hooker¹s Green takes its name from a unique shade of green, created by 18th century botanical artist William J. Hooker. The space is complimented by a large covered patio, a massive wooden bar, its own library and of course a well-stocked and stimulating cocktail and beer menu. Open seven days a week from 4pm, Hooker's Green offers a menu of locally sourced modern pub fare and a selection of 14 rotating craft beers on tap. For more info please visit us at www.donnellygroup.ca Hooker's Green 1141 Hamilton Street p. 604.669.4848 Sun – Thur: 4:00pm – 1:00am ...

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rogue - the vancouver kitchen and wet bar, not the oregon brewery! i had the distinct pleasure of hanging out with my good buddies at rogue a couple of weeks ago - how time flies, i'm only now finding a moment to blog about it! shhh, don't tell them at rogue, but their samplers are bigger and cheaper than st. augustine's!  keep that one under your hat - we don't want them to change anything!  4 four ounce tasters for 5.99!!!  and the promise that if you don't like your food, or don't think its worth the price they're charging, you don't have to pay that price, or any price, for it.  what a concept! located right in waterfront station, its a large space divided into smaller sections to feel more intimate.  we keep sitting right by the bar, but i'm sure the other rooms are great too! and they have a fabulous selection of taps. not just beers on draught, but the pulls too! local, imports, they've got plenty of both! great decor, lov...