get downtown for downtown spark
Have you seen the bright orange googly-eyed creatures peering over the river valley, high above the Low Level Bridge? They are the Goofs, by Designs by Air, perched on the roof of the CKUA building. (see more Designs by Air creatures in unlikely places—ATB Place and on the roofs of Campio Brewing and the Enbridge Centre.) On June 3, Downtown Spark Downtown Block Party (4pm-10pm on Macdonald Drive) features troubabour William Prince with special guests Kyle McKearney, Nice Horse and Lucette, click here. Sunday June 4 is Science Sunday, with DJ January, Sheeba Indian Street Food and Laker Coffee in Alex Decoteau Park from 11am-5pm. Check it out!
similkammeen’s clos du soleil at devines wines
Clos de Soleil makes absolutely superb premium wines in B.C.’s south Similkameen Valley. Meet and taste with owner and winemaker Michael Clark, 7pm, Thursday, June 1. Tix: $50/p+.
blooms on 7 open house this weekend
Blooms on 7 Flower Farm (51553 Range Road 225a, Sherwood Park) is having an open house this weekend, from 4pm-7pm Saturday, June 3 and 11am-2pm on Sunday, June 4. Pop in to meet the farmers and pick up some unique seedlings.
buy your feast on the field early bird tickets by june 5
Capital Care’s Feast of the Field event is not only great food from local chefs and farms, a fun time and your chance to hang out on the field where the Elks play. The best part? Feast raises funds for seniors and residents in care. Early bird tickets are available for $185/p+ until June 5. Regular tix are $225/p+, so it’s a big savings. Don’t delay. Book here.
gins in june at aligra
Enjoy a technical tasting with somm Ken Brack, 6:30pm, Wednesday, June 14. Explore the flavours and botanicals in the various styles of this burgeoning spirit category. Tix: $35/p+.
tomato top100: bodega’s piri piri shrimp
It’s no secret we’re fans of Bodega Tapas Bars, finding them to be the perfect spot for a casual nosh. We’re not the only ones. For several years, nominators have been crazy for the piri piri shrimp. Don’t miss the grilled sardines or the patatas bravas either.
recipe of the week: chef tony le’s roast chicken and asparagus
More great ways to eat asparagus during asparagus season.
