
BC Minister confirms BYOB legislation changes afoot
Rich Coleman speaking on CKNW with host Sean Leslie says BYOW rules under review British Columbia restaurant patrons might see new rules that will allow them to bring their own wine within two months. Minister Rich Coleman stated that a review has been underway for "about two months" and that an announcement could be imminent […]

Two wine neighbours – two approaches to liquor regulation
BC Wine Lover welcomes Mark Hicken of WineLaw.ca This week is a significant one for the reform of wine distribution and regulation in the Pacific Northwest. It's interesting to look at the changes that are happening in the neighboring jurisdictions of British Columbia and Washington state, particularly as those changes relate to the modernization of […]

Celebrate summer’s arrival with Summerhill Cipes Ice
Pinot Noir ice wine infused cuvee conjures "strawberry jam on toast" When it comes to May weather in Vancouver, Saturday evening could not have delivered anything more temperate and lovely. It really felt like the beginning of our summer season, giving we wine lovers a reason to celebrate. Summerhill's Cipes Ice is another one of […]