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Yes, the rumours are true. The two Provence French bistro restaurants are celebrating Vancouver’s love of seafood during the month of April with their Poisson d’Avril menu.

For $45, meal choices range from seared albacore tuna, wild Pacific salmon, grilled halibut, or poached ruby red trout, to name just a few of the selections. Each entre also includes dessert.

“As an inaugural member of Ocean Wise, we serve only fish that has been harvested in a sustainable and responsible manner. That still gives us plenty of choice,” states Provence’s Executive Chef and Owner, Jean-Francis Quaglia. “Poisson d’Avril is an opportunity to welcome spring with a bit of fun. This is our fifth year doing it and everyone gets in on the fun – including some of the staff and their children who have created the whimsical fish that adorn the restaurant and menus.”

The French restaurant is also enjoying a bit of old-work practical jokes during the month of April. In France, friends or family carefully place paper cut-out fish on the backs of unsuspecting people, until someone shouts ‘Poisson d’Avril!’.

During the month of April, both Provence locations will be randomly placing paper fish under plates or even on patron’s backs. Lucky winners will find prizes ranging from complimentary appetizers, meal discounts, gift certificates, or a copy of Chef Jean-Francis and Alessandra Quaglia book, New World Provence.

Contest

Enter now for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to Provence to experience the Poisson d’Avril menu.

There are five ways you can enter. Each entry counts for one vote.

1. Tweet: Wow! There’s something fishy is going on at @ProvenceVanCity! I just read it on @br_webb’s blog: http://ow.ly/jgRrF #WinProvence
2. Leave a comment on this blog post on the best April Fool’s day prank you’ve experienced.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed.
5. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Wednesday, March 27, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Friday, March 29, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Ariane, you are the lucky winner of a $50 gift card to Provence! 

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

Over the span of 150 years, six generations of the Mirassou family have been passionately growing, harvesting, and blending grapes on the family estate in Southern California.  The Mirassou’s are the oldest family of wine makers in the United States and they still continue to experiment and lead the way in crafting award-winning wines.

David Mirassou is now the spokesperson for Mirassou wines, and is very involved in the wineries day-to-day activities.  He’s can also frequently be found touring the country, educating people on California wine traditions and sharing the premium wines from his family estate.

Today’s wine enthusiasts are looking for wines that are food-friendly, vibrant in flavour, and offer exceptional value. Wines should be enjoyed with friends, food, and fun!

The Mirassou wines carefully balance intense fruit flavours with wonderful aromas. Even now, their wines honour the traditions of the family heritage, passed down from generation to generation, and evolve to encompass the richness wine-lovers enjoy today.

Contest

Enter now for a chance to win a bottle of Mirassou Pinot Grigio and a bottle of Mirassou Pino Noir. To enter, tweet:

I love #wine, and I want to #win two bottles of #Mirassou from @br_webb! http://ow.ly/iud3g #WinMirassou RT to enter.

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win by doing the following:

1. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
2. Leave a comment on this blog post describing your favourite food and wine pairing.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Wednesday, March 13, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Monday, March 18, 2013. Must be 19 years or older and a resident of Canada to enter. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Nilos, you are the lucky winner of two fantastic bottles of Mirassou wines! 

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

You could win 2 pairs of Joe Boxer Modern Fit Stretch underwear. Contest details below.

It feels good to put on a good, comfortable fitting, no-nonsense pair of underwear. A pair of underwear that you know will be comfortable all day long while you go about your business. That underwear is the new Modern Fit Stretch low-rise trunks by Joe Boxer.

The Modern Fit Stretch are a tight-fit trunk that are fitted. This means everything will be kept nice and snug. They are made from 95% cotton and 5% spandex materials, making them soft and comfortable – the way you want underwear to be. They are available in either solid grey or solid black so there’s no hassle in the morning trying to decide what colour to wear – just grab a pair and go.

Cotton underwear, like the Modern Fit Stretch, are perfect for days at the office, a night out for dinner and movies, or wearing in bed. Cotton breathes, keeping you cool. Oh, and guys, cotton is not ideal for activities like the gym because cotton absorbs moisture and causes irritation – so put these on after your shower at the gym!

The 1.25” waistband has the prominently displayed Joe Boxer embroidered logo repeating all the way around. The waistband is double-stitched, reducing the risk of being torn from the material – something more men need to pay attention to.

The legs are sewn with a double layer, creating a cuff, which has also been double-stitched. This keeps them in place and reacting with your every move.

These cotton underwear are super easy to take care of too (another great advantage of cotton). Most guys don’t want to fuss around with hand washing and air-drying expensive underwear. Joe Boxer’s Modern Fit Stretch can be washed with all your other dark clothes in cold water and tumbled dry. Easy, right?

Joe Boxer Modern Fit Stretch are available in Canada at The Bay, Sears and independent menswear and sporting retailers. The 2-pair pack are $32.00 CDN – amazing value!

Stay up-to-date with Joe Boxer by following them on Facebook.

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Material / Workmanship: ★★★

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Comfort: ★★★★

Price / Value: ★★★★★

Overall: ★★★★

Contest:

Enter for a chance to win two pairs of Joe Boxer Modern Fit Stretch low-rise trunks. To enter, tweet:

I need new underwear! @br_webb is hooking someone up with @JoeBoxerCanada Modern Fit Stretch trunks. Enter: http://ow.ly/impOo #WinJoeBoxer

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win by doing the following:

1. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
2. Leave a comment on this blog post describing your funniest underwear moment.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Monday, March 11, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Friday, March 15, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Keith Reynolds, you are the lucky winner of two pairs of Joe Boxer Modern Fit Stretch! 

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

After two months of an extensive renovation including lighting, sound and aesthetics, Vancouver’s landmark, Celebrities Night Club (1022 Davie Street), will re-open its doors on Tuesday, March 5, 2013.

The re-launch has generated a lot of conversation amongst Vancouver’s gay community. The nightclub has consistently been ranked as one of the largest gay night clubs in western Canada; however, the announcement of the renovations was vague in clarifying if the club would remain focused on the LGBT community, or if it would shift gears to attract a broader audience.

The reveal of the renovations have been closely guarded secret. Tuesday nights will remain open to all demographics, but most of the other nights are still under wraps.

Part of the mystery has been answered with the announcement of ICON. Produced by TFD Presents, ICON was launched last fall with much fanfare and enthusiasm from the Vancouver gay community. The event brought big name talent to the city including Manila Luzon, JuJuBee and Dominic Pacifico.

Throughout the month of March, Celebrities Nightclub and TFD Presents will host LIBERACE Thursday’s. Starting March 7, the doors will open at 10pm to a new night of fun and excitement to the remodeled nightclub.

The Thursday March 7 event will feature music by DJ Del Stamp and performances by local gay singer, dancer, and actor, Tyrell Witherspoon. Cover is $5 and highballs will be on spcial for $4.50.

Contest:

Enter for a chance to win two tickets to the opening night of TFD Presents LIBERACE Thursday’s at Celebrities Night Club. To enter, tweet:

I want to win two tickets to the opening of@TFDPresents #ICON #LIBERACE at @Celebrities_Van from @br_webb. http://ow.ly/ihqWn #WinLIBERACE

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win by doing the following:

1. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
2. Leave a comment on this blog post of your best memory at Celebrities Night Club.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Wednesday, March 6, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Thursday, March 7, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

Every 9 ½  minutes, someone in the United States is infected with HIV. There are an estimated 220,000 people living with HIV that do not even know they are infected. While over the years research has substantially improved the treatment for HIV, awareness of safer sex and education for people to get tested to know their status has become incredibly important to reduce the spread of infection. People living with HIV rely on community support programs.

This is where Dine Out for Life steps in. Each year, Dine Out for Life raises over $3 million to support the 60 service organizations. Across the United States and Canada over 3,000 restaurants donate a portion of their proceeds on this special day to help HIV/AIDS resource organizations so they can fulfill their mandate.

Funds that are raised locally, stay locally. Vancouver’s Dine Out for Life will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2013. Restaurants in Vancouver, Whistler, White Rock and the Fraser Valley contribute 25% of food sales to the program. The Vancouver beneficiaries benefit A Loving Spoonful and Friends For Life.

This Thursday, March 7, visit a participating restaurant for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and be a part of an amazing social movement to help people living with HIV/AIDS.

Contest

Wild Rice is delighted to participate in Dine Out for Life. The socially conscious establishment prides itself for their farm-to-table menu. Their focus on local, seasonal, and sustainable menu, along with owner Andrew Wong’s Chinese heritage, has influenced the East-meets-West and traditional-meets-modern Asian-fusion fare. Both Gastown and New Westminster locations are favourites of Vancouver foodies.

Enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Wild Rice. To enter tweet:

I want to win a $50 gc to @WildRiceBC from @br_webb to support @VanDOFL, @alovingspoonful & @VanFFL: http://ow.ly/ih8d2  #WinWildRice

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win by doing the following:

1. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
2. Leave a comment on this blog post if you’ll be going to support Dine Out For Life Vancouver this Thursday, March 7, 2013.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Wednesday, March 6, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Thursday, March 7, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Dilara, you are the lucky winner of a $50 gift card to Wild Rice! 

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

In less than a year, Canadians have shown a renewed interest in Canadian whisky. It’s pretty easy to see why – there have been great strides by the distilleries to produce premium whisky products at prices consumers can afford. One of the latest to hit store shelves is Alberta Premium Dark Horse.

It’s time to forget about the days of your grandparents rye-whiskies that burned and left a bitter after-taste. The new Dark Horse is refined with flavours of vanilla, smoke, sweet oak and savoury dried fruit including plum and dried currant.

Dark Horse is made in Canada, for Canada, and with 100% Canadian prairie rye grain. It is blended at a 45% strength in small batches after aging in handpicked, heavily charred white oak barrels. The rich, almost burgundy colour shimmers through the classic burboun style bottle.

“Alberta Premium Dark Horse is one of the richest tasting Canadian whiskies with some of the highest barrel ageing extractives available on shelf,” says Dan Tullio, Canadian Whisky Master Ambassador, Beam Canada Inc. “Tasting Dark Horse, you experience a horseshoe-shaped pattern on the tongue with tanginess and spice on the sides and sweetness on the tip, with a deliciously smooth, long finish.

Alberta Premium Dark Horse 750ml bottles is a new permanent listing on whisky shelves across Canada: Alberta ($28.99)British Columbia ($28.99), Manitoba ($29.99), Nova Scotia ($29.99), New Brunswick ($29.99), Ontario ($29.95), and Saskatchewan ($31.95).

The Horse Whisperer:

• 1 oz Alberta Premium Dark Horse
• 1 dash orange bitters
• 2 oz ginger ale

Measure ingredients into a small rocks glass with a whisky stone. Garnish with a fresh orange slice.

Contest

Enter now for a chance to win a deluxe Alberta Premium Dark Horse gift package. This special package includes a 750ml bottle of Alberta Premium Dark Horse Canadian whisky, two rock glasses, whisky stones, and a set of coasters. To enter, tweet:

I hope I win the Alberta Premium Dark Horse whisky by @BeamGlobal from @br_webb! #WinDarkHorse http://ow.ly/iboSM RT to enter.

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win by doing the following:

1. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
2. Leave a comment on this blog post if you have, or have not, driven across the beautiful Canadian rolling prairies.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Thursday, March 7, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Sunday, March 10, 2013. Must be 19 years or older and a resident of Canada to enter. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Nicole B, you are the lucky winner of a Alberta Premium Dark Horse gift basket, including a bottle of Alberta Premium Dark Horse whisky, glasses, coasters and whisky rocks! 

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

The question on monogamy comes up in almost every relationship at one time or another. For some, it’s a sensitive topic, for others, it’s not a big deal. For Matt and Tim, a gay-couple that have been together for 10 years, it turns their cozy home into a battlefield. Their story is told in the live-theatre performance, Unstuck, coming to Vancouver March 16-23, 2013.

The show is based upon the characters, Tim and Matt, who have enjoyed a wonderful monogamous relationship. Like most gay-couples, the question of an open relationship has come up, through the proverbial knock at the door. The unexpected guest for the couple to quickly re-evaluate their relationship and explore their options.

“The impetus for the play was a conversation I had with my boyfriend many years back about monogamy,” explained the Toronto playwrite, Evan Tsitsias. “I feel that at every one of us at some point in our lives and relationships have to discuss or contemplate this decision and what it means inside our relationship.”

Evan hopes this performance will provoke people to take a hard look at their own perspective of the themes from the show, and to see if they can separate sex from love, and what it means to them, and their relationship.

Produced by Screaming Weenie Productions, the show is directed by Michael Dobbin. The performance is guaranteed to bring the conversation of open relationships to the forefront of conversation. The cast for the Vancouver performance includes local actors, Sean Harris Oliver, Ari Solomon, and Kevin Kraussier.

Catch Unstuck at the PAL Vancouver Studio Theatre (581 Cardero Street), March 16-23, 2013. Tickets are $20 (plus HST), and are available online and at the door.

Contest

Enter for a chance to win two tickets to see the live theatre performance of Unstuck in Vancouver. To enter, tweet the following:

I want to win 2 tix from @br_webb to see Unstuck by @screamingweenie March 16-23 in #Vancouver. http://ow.ly/i33Di #WinUnstuck Pls RT

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win, by doing the following:

1. Leave a comment on this blog post on your thought on open relationships.
2. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Monday, March 4, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Wednesday, March 5, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Erik, you are the lucky winner of two tickets to see the live theatre performance of Unstuck in Vancouver. 

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

While we may be tired of what feels like non-stop rain in Vancouver, in a few more weeks it’ll be spring. Many people believe gardens are only beautiful from late spring through the summer, but at VanDusen Botanical Gardens, the plants and foliage thrive year-round, and there are surprises around every corner.

Photos used with permission from VanDusen Botanical Garden

The west coast receives an intense amount of rain during the winter months, but despite the heavy precipitation, life continues to thrive at the VanDusen Botanical Gardens. Broadleaf evergreen shrubs are full of life, and an assortment of winter berries provide bursts of vibrant colours against the cool, grey skies. The park is also home to a variety of birds during the winter months.

Photos used with permission from VanDusen Botanical Garden

Don’t be fooled thinking the garden isn’t very exciting right now. If you take a closer look, you’ll see the classic telltale signs of spring beginning to make their appearance. During the transition from winter to spring, pastel coloured crocuses and snowdrops appear under the trees and shrubs. As the days get longer and the warmer, sunnier days return, daffodils, tulips and narcissus come out.

Photo provided by: VanDusen Botanical Garden

Just as the seasonal plants return, so do the seasonal events. Over the next few months there will be a number of sales of a variety of the gardens unique and special plants, an Easter egg hunt for the kids, and exhibitions of works by local artists. If that wasn’t enough, Truffles Cafe, located in the newly expanded Visitors Centre, is now has a fantastic charcuterie platter and BC wines – perfect for a romantic day at the garden!

Instead of staying inside on a rainy weekend, get out and watch spring unfold before your eyes at the VanDusen Botanical Garden. It’ll help make the dreary wet days less miserable and remind you that spring is just around the corner.

Contest

Enter for a chance to win an annual membership ($67 value), for two adults to the VanDusen Botanical Gardens, one of the top ten public gardens in North America. To enter tweet:

I want to win an annual membership to @VanDusenGdn from @br_webb. http://ow.ly/i0lyI #WinVanDusen

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win by doing the following:

1. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
2. Leave a comment on this blog post describing how you get through the long, cold, dark, and wet winter months in Vancouver.
3. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.
4. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Friday, March 1, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Saturday, March 2, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Darcy, you are the lucky winner of two adult season passes to VanDusen Botanical Gardens! Now you can enjoy the gardens year-round! 

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

Photo credit: Big White Ski Resort

Photo credit: Big White Ski Resort

Wine aficionados know the Okanagan Valley has amazing wines, and outdoor adventure seekers know Big White is an amazing outdoor winter playground. Mix these people together in one room and you have an awesome event called Big Whites at Big White!

The 3^rd annual Big Whites at Big White is a showcase event of the best white wines from the Okanagan Valley. Held on March 23 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at the Village Centre Mall, there will be dozens of fantastic Okanagan wines to choose from.

“In addition to being well known for our incredible snow conditions, the Okanagan is perhaps most celebrated for its outstanding wines,” says Trevor Hanna, Food and Beverage Director at Big White. “The Big Whites at Big White event is a great way for skiers and wine lovers alike to enjoy the finest the Okanagan has to offer.”

Many of the restaurants at Big White, including the Kettle Valley Steakhouse, 6 Degrees Bistro, Carver’s Restaurant and the Bullwheel to name a few, get involved by serving up tasty appetizers made with local ingredients.

Tickets for the wine tasting spectacular are $60 per person and are available through the Big White Concierge Desk.

The best deal on accommodation at Big White for this event is the Book 2 and Get 3 at the Inn at Big White package.

Photo credit: Big White Ski Resort

Big White Ski Resort is located 56km (35mi) south east of Kelowna, British Columbia, in the Thompson Okanagan. Known for its dry powder snow, family friendly environment, and ski-to/ski-from accommodation, it’s the ultimate BC ski vacation destination. If you don’t ski, that’s ok too – there are plenty of other activities that will keep you busy all day long including the day spa, horse-drawn sleigh rides, tubing, ice hockey, and of course lively bars and nightlife. More than just family friendly, Big White has a wide-range of international visitors making it a safe, friendly, and fun destination for everyone.

CONTEST

I’m always sharing stories about the amazing places I’ve gone to. This time, I want you to experience it yourself!

Enter now for a chance to win a fabulous ski vacation for two to Big White Ski Resort in the beautiful Okanagan. Package includes two nights accommodation at a hotel at Big White and two days of downhill or cross-country skiing for two adults. To enter, tweet the following:

I want to win a ski trip to @BigWhite from @br_webb! http://ow.ly/hZ3Ou #WinBigWhite #BigWhite #Okanagan #Wine Please RT to enter.

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win, by doing the following:

1. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.
2. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
3. Leave a comment on this blog post on why you need to take a ski vacation break.
4. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Friday, March 1, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Saturday, March 2, 2013. Read the complete contest rules. This Big White ski package is valid Sunday – Thursday and expires April 13, 2013 (other restrictions may apply).

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Gary Jones, you are the lucky winner of a two-day ski vacation for two adults to Big White Ski Resort in the beautiful Thompson Okanagan!

Thank you to everyone who entered by sharing on Facebook, twitter, and subscribing to myWebbSite.ca. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

Photo credit: F Dufour

Couples from across metro Vancouver have known for years that the best kept-secret for a romantic date is at VanDusen Gardens. Last summer, Truffles Café, located in the newly expanded visitors centre, offered up romantic picnic baskets. This year, Truffles is taking it another step further, introducing a charcuterie platter.

The growing trend in Vancouver’s food scene are small plates and charcuterie. Perhaps it is because of our laid back approach and lifestyle that the trend continues to grow in popularity at many of the hottest locations serving up the new and preferred format of dining for couples.

“In Europe, we have always eaten this way,” explains Truffle’s executive chef, Reto Ballat. “It’s relaxed and civilized.”

The new charcuterie platter includes Prosciutto and Genoa Salami, and a rotating selection of cheeses which could include Brie, smoked cheddar and aged Parmesan. Also served with the platter are fresh grapes, dried fruit, artisan biscuits and candied pecans, making the serving big enough for two people.

A romantic date isn’t complete without a glass of wine, and with Truffles new license, they are now offering a selection of BC wine, beer, and cider.

“It’s how I, and my friends, like to eat” says Truffles Café Manager Scott Arnold. “I can imagine people sitting on our patio, looking out at the fantastic view of VanDusen, lingering over the Charcuterie Platter with Wine for a light lunch, or at the end of a hectic work day. You don’t even know you’re in the middle of a bustling city.”

The charcuterie platter is $18 and glasses of wine start at $8.  Order both the platter and two glasses of wine and the price is just $28 (saving $6).

If you have an anniversary, birthday, or other special day coming up and want to surprise your significant other, head to VanDusen Gardens and give the new charcuterie platter with wine a try… you’ll be glad you did.

CONTEST

Enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Truffles Café. To enter, tweet the following:

I want to win a $50 gc to @TrufflesCafe from @br_webb to surprise a date to try the new charcuterie platter http://ow.ly/hNnZR  #WinTruffles

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win by doing the following:

1. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.
2. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
3. Leave a comment on this blog post explaining the most romantic date you’ve ever been on.
4. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Wednesday, February 27, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Friday, March 1, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Darwin C, you are the lucky winner of a $50 gift card to Truffles Cafe.

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

Spring is just around the corner and exciting new underwear collections are being released. This spring, Joe Boxer is making a splash with exciting colours and fun graphic patterns.

Having been around since 1986, Joe Boxer is a staple for most guys underwear drawers. Clean, fun, and comfortable underwear is what their brand has always been about. But this spring, they are making underwear more fun!

Who says underwear needs to be black, grey or white? Come on, spice it up! The colour collection is now out in the new zipper packs. Randy red, chilled green, custard yellow and curious purple are just a start! There are nine different vibrant colours to choose from. These fitted boxer-briefs are available in sizes small through extra-large and retail for $21.00 CDN.

Of course it’s always fun to get a sneak-peak at what’s coming too! Later in the spring, Joe Boxer will be releasing their Good Vibrations collection. myWebbSite.ca is bringing you a sneak-peak of this fun collection. While colour is in this year, Joe Boxer is blowing it up with these fun Beach Boys patterned boxer-briefs. Retailing for $24.00 CDN in the zipper packs, the vibrations collection will make you want to show-off your brighty-tighties to everyone. Go on – have some fun!

Ideal daily-wear for a day at the office, the spring 2013 Joe Boxer colour and Good Vibrations collections feature 1.5″ elastic waistbands with reverse coloured logos prominently across the front. Made with 95% cotton and 5% spandex, the flat-lock, double-stitching will ensure they will hold together and not fall apart, and the double-layer pouch keeps everything tucked in nice and tight.

The Spring 2013 collection is available at The Bay and will soon be available through their new estore. Other Joe Boxer collections are available across Canada at The Bay, Sears and independent  menswear and sporting retailers.

Stay up-to-date with Joe Boxer by following them on Facebook.

Original Style / Design: ★★★

Material / Workmanship: ★★★

Makes a Statement: ★★★★

Comfort: ★★★

Price / Value: ★★★

Overall: ★★★★

CONTEST

Enter for a chance to win a pair of Joe Boxer Fitted Boxers and a pair of Joe Boxer Good Vibrations. To enter, tweet the following:

I want to win the @JoeBoxerCanada Spring 2013 underwear collection from @br_webb! http://ow.ly/hPSqz  #WinJoeBoxer Pls RT

Once you have tweeted this contest you can receive up to four additional chances to win, by doing the following:

1. Subscribe to myWebbSite.ca and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have subscribed for an additional entry.
2. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you are a new follower for an additional entry.
3. Leave a comment on this blog post explaining your most embarrassing underwear moment.
4. Share this blog post on Facebook and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have shared on Facebook for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Monday, February 25, 2013. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Wednesday, February 27, 2013. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Josh S., you are the lucky winner of a pair of Joe Boxer Fitted Boxers and a pair of Joe Boxer Good Vibrations from Joe Boxer Canada!

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

From the moment they arrive in the mail, you just want to rip the box open. It’s the new Nashville trunks by Montreal underwear designer, Dylan Ribkoff.

When you pull them out of the box you instantly notice the soft fabric. They’re made from 93% cotton and 7% spandex. Cotton is nice because it’s a natural fiber and it’s a comfortable material we love to feel against our body.

The waistband is the show-stopper here. The 1 ¾” metallic silver waistband has the Dylan Ribkoff logo stitched in hot pink. The silver totally pops against the sherbert green fabric.

There is not a lot of room in the pouch area. This isn’t much of a problem if you like your junk to show, especially when you get a bit excited. The pouch is framed by white piping and had a punch of pink from the double-layer fly opening. There’s tasteful white flatlock along the back, adding structure to the underwear.

Sadly, because these are cotton underwear, the bold colour will fade and they will loose their shape over time. So enjoy them and follow the washing instructions so they last as long as possible.

Original Style / Design: ★★★

Material / Workmanship: ★★★

Makes a Statement: ★★★★

Comfort: ★★★

Overall: ★★★

CONTEST

Enter for a chance to win a pair of Nashville by Canadian designer, Dylan Ribkoff. To enter, tweet the following:

Checked out the new Nashville underwear by @DylanRibkoff on @br_webb’s blog. I want to win a pair! http://ow.ly/dzfCl #WinRibkoff Pls RT

Receive additional entries by also doing the following:

1. Leave a comment on this blog post.
2. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have followed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Friday, October 5, 2012. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Monday, October 8, 2012. Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Evan Kascak, you are the lucky winner of a pair of Nashville underwear by Dylan Ribkoff!

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

If you have family or friends in Calgary and you live in Vancouver, or you’re simply looking for an adventure for the Canadian Thanksgiving long weekend, Enerjet is offering flights for as low as $99!

“Enerjet will bring many Canadians home for Thanksgiving as part of our regular private charter flights,” says Tim Morgan, President and CEO of Enerjet. “These charter flights for the upcoming holiday weekend are open to the public for booking seats. We expect the lowest fares in the market will be welcome news to friends and family in Alberta and B.C. looking to travel over Thanksgiving.”

The special Gobbler flight by Enerjet will depart Vancouver on Friday, October 5 and return from Calgary on Monday, October 8. Fares for the 737-700 series jet start at $99 one-way plus fees and taxes ($157 total Calgary to Vancouver one-way, $162 total Vancouver to Calgary one-way, or $318 total round-trip).

Enerjet is a Canadian charter airline with customers in the energy, construction, defense, public sector, and tourism markets.

For more information, flight scheudle, and to book a flight, visit www.JumpOnEnerjet.ca.

CONTEST 

Enter now for a chance to win one round-trip ticket on the Enerjet Gobbler Thanksgiving weekend flight. To enter, tweet the following message:

I entered for a chance to win a flight to #YYC from @br_webb on the @GoEnerjet Gobbler for Thanksgiving! http://ow.ly/dULys #WinEnerjet

Receive additional entries by doing the following:

• Follow @GoEnerjet and leaeve a new comment on this confirming you followed them.
• Leave a new comment on this blog post on why you want to win a free trip to Calgary for Thanksgiving.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Friday, September 28, 2012. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Monday, October 1, 2012. Read the complete contest rules.

The Gobbler prize includes a single adult round-trip ticket and are subject to the terms and conditions posted on www.JumpOnEnerjet.ca. The prize winner is responsible for any additional fees including oversize luggage, and luggage beyond the one complimentary checked bag.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Dale, you are the lucky winner of one adult return airfare on EnerJet on the special Gobbler flight.

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

The new LeBarcelone can be summed up pretty easily; they are a tricked out pair of tighty-whities! No, these certainly aren’t the briefs your dad would wear, these underwear have style. Here’s why.

What’s to love about these underwear is the bold 1 3/4” red waistband with the contrasting white stitched Dylan Ribkoff logo spanning the front. From the back, the waistband cheekishly says in white stitching ‘What’s Underneath’ on both the left and right sides. The trim is nicely hidden with matching red thread.

These underwear are made with traditional men’s cotton underwear fabric made of 93% cotton and 7% spandex. Over time, they will fade and stretch from washing and wearing. The back is a solid piece of fabric, so unless you have been doing your Jane Fonda’s and have a tight ass, miracles won’t be worked here.

The legs are nicely finished with white trim and white threading, which keeps them snug and in place throughout the day. The double-layed pouch isn’t overly generous in size, which works to your advantage if you’re well-equipped and want to show off your package. The pouch is framed with white flatlock stitching, bringing focus to the area.

LeBarcelone retail for $24 CDN and can be purchased online.

Dylan Ribkoff is the creation of Canadian designer, Dylan Ribkoff. The Montreal based underwear designer is passionate about innovating the industry by creating uniquely designed undergarments for the fashion-hearted.

Original Style / Design: ★★★

Material / Workmanship: ★★★

Makes a Statement: ★★★★

Comfort: ★★★

Overall: ★★★

CONTEST 

Enter for a chance to win a pair of LeBarcelone by Canadian designer, Dylan Ribkoff. To enter, tweet the following:

Check out the new @DylanRibkoff LeBarcelone underwear on @br_webb’s blog & you could win a free pair. http://ow.ly/dz7y1 #WinRibkoff Pls RT.

Receive additional entries by also doing the following:

1. Leave a comment on this blog post.
2. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave an additional comment on this blog post confirming you have followed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Friday, September 14, 2012. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Monday, September 17, 2012. Read the complete contest rules.

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Congratulations Sean Johnson, you are the lucky winner of a pair of LeBarcelone underwear by Dylan Ribkoff!

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

Hot dog! This year’s Vancouver Pride just got even more exciting with the addition of a new event at the glamous Keffer Bar, DIXX magazine presents: TUBE STEAK.

TUBE STEAK is a dance event that has mixed art with porn. Sounds crazy, right?

Hot dog! This year’s Vancouver Pride just got a little bit more mysterious and exciting, and it’s generating a lot of talk and speculation. DIXX magazine presents: TUBE STEAK, dance event that has mixed porn with art. Sounds crazy, right? Keep reading.

TUBE STEAK, taking place at the glamorous Keefer Bar, is hosted by Vancouver-based artists and XL actor, Colby Keller. The Friday, August 3, 2012 event will feature Rosemary Gimlets and Bold Fashioneds. They are also serving up a limited edition Pride Beer made by local micro-craft beer maker, R&B Brewery.

From 6pm – 2am, expect man meat, throw back gems, beef cake and electro hits from the DJ’s and maybe even a hot dog costume. Oh, and if you get hungry, they really are serving Mr. Tube Steak hot dogs all night long!

Hosting the event, coming from Baltimore, Maryland, is Randy Blue XL actor, blogger and artist Colby Keller, who is making his first-ever Canadian appearance.

There are a limited number of tickets for the event at Priape, Little Sister’s and Red Cat Records (4307 Main Street). Tickets will also be available at the door, but be prepared to wait in line if you arrive late.

So what is DIXX? DIXX is a stimulating bi-annual magazine where arts, culture and sex collide. Bridging eroticism and intellectualism, DIXX magazine is targeted to the modern gay man and the vibrant class. Host, Colby Keller, is the first cover and centre-fold in DIXX.

CONTEST 

Enter for a chance to win two tickets to DIXX magazine presents: TUBE STEAK. To enter, tweet the following:

I entered to win two tickets to @dixxmagazine TUBE STEAK party feat. @ColbyKeller from @br_webb. http://ow.ly/czf28 #WinTUBESTEAK 

Receive additional entries by also doing the following:

1. Leave a comment on this blog post.
2. Follow @br_webb on Twitter and leave a new comment on this blog post confirming you have followed for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Wednesday, August 1, 2012. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Thursday, August 2, 2012. Read the complete contest rules.

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Congratulations Ephram, you are the lucky winner of two tickets to TUBE STEAK featuring Colby Keller during Vancouver Pride!

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

The superhero’s of Gotham City, Batman, Robin and Cat Women, welcome you join them and their special line-up of DJ’s and entertainers, to the largest circuit party of Vancouver Pride 2012, Rapture: VICTORY.

Presented by TFD Presents, the Sunday, August 5 event takes place at The Commodore Ballroom (868 Granville Street) from 9:00pm – 4:00am. Tickets are currently on sale for $64.25, and will be going up to $81.00 soon. Tickets can be purchased at Priape or Little Sisters on Davie Street in downtown Vancouver, or online.

Three talented, international DJ’s will have the dance floor packed all night long: Danny Vedre (Italy), Rafael Calvente (Rio de Janeiro) and DJ Grind (San Francisco). Entertainment and performances by Vancouver’s Peter Breeze, Toronto’s Cassandra and Lena Love, and Los Angeles’ Shokra.

Contest

Enter for a chance to win two tickets to Rapture: VICTORY. To enter, tweet the following about the contest: I entered for a chance to win tickets to @TFDPresents Rapture: VICTORY from @br_webb. http://ow.ly/chGIs #Contest #VanPride

Receive additional entries by also doing the following:

1. Leave a comment on this blog post.
2. Follow @br_webb and @TFDPresents on Twitter. Leave a comment on this blog post confirming you have followed both in a new comment for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Friday, July 20, 2012. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Monday, July 23, 2012. Read the complete contest rules.

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Congratulations Jeff Ojeda, you are the lucky winner of two tickets to Rapture: VICTORY on Sunday, August 5, 2012 at the Commodore Ballroom during Vancouver Pride!

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

Photo contributed

 “Telling LGBT stories of love has been a focus of our music since the beginning.” says Sugarbeach’s lesbian singer / songwriter, Marlee Walchuk. “We feel that although many aspects of our community are represented in the media, not nearly enough give us a glimpse of solid, loving relationships.

The openly out and married music duo, Marlee Walchuk and Tully Callendar reflected upon their own ‘love at first sight’ in their latest single, Led Me To You.

“I am so grateful for all the experiences that I had to have before I could be ready to be in this wonderful relationship,” said Callender. “It always amazes me how many things had to line up to make sure that we met and fell in love. It was no easy feat considering I lived in Australia and Marlee lived in Canada…oh and I was straight!”

Produced by Sugarbeach and Jim Walchuk, the song’s energy and ‘feel good’ message is pure Sugarbeach and is a more personal follow up to their gay anthems, “Living Out Proud’ and their 2011 North American Outgames theme song, “Come On Out.”

Winners of Song of the Year for both 2010 and 2011 on the OutVoice Top 40 Charts and 3 Pride in the Arts Awards from the Stonewall Society, Sugarbeach once again endorse a positive form of activism with their new single, Led Me to You.

“We hope that people take away the message from Led Me to You that our life experiences and choices have led us to where we are supposed to be and who we are supposed to be and there is no room in that for regret,” continued Callender.

• To Listen: http://soundcloud.com/sugarbeach/led-me-to-you
• To Buy: http://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/led-me-to-you-single/id525354333

CONTEST

Enter for a chance to win one of two Sugarbeach prize packages including a Sugarbeach tshirt, autographed Not Deserted album, and I Just Love Girls EP.

To enter this contest, subscribe to myWebbSite.ca (located in the top right hand corner).

Receive additional entries by doing the following after you have subscribed:

1. Tweet the following about the contest: “I entered for a chance to win an @sugarbeachmusic prize package from @br_webb #LedMeToYou http://ow.ly/aWj1u”
2. Leave a contest on this blog post on how you met your significant other.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Sunday, May 20, 2012. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Monday, May 21, 2012.

Read the complete contest rules.

Spring is just around the corner and what better way to kick of the season that with a set of fresh, new headshots! This month Machuca Photography is giving away a 1-hour heat shot and personalized image coaching, valued at over $150!

It’s easy to enter for a chance to win. There are three options:

1. “Like” Machuca Photography on Facebook
2. “Like” the contest post on Facebook
3. Follow @AnnaMachucaYung and @Wilson_machuca on twitter and tweet their twitter names telling them you want to win the photo contest

It’s that easy!

Hurry! Contest ends March 31, 2012. The winner will be announced in April.

This Valentine’s Day, surprise your sweetheart with a luxury romantic weekend getaway. The most romantic getaway in the Fraser Valley is Rowena’s Inn, located on the shores of the Harrison River. The estate features an 18 hole golf course, a beautifully restored Victorian heritage home converted into an Inn, four private luxury log cabins with real wood burning fireplaces, breathtaking river and mountain views and a full-service restaurant.

The Inn was originally purchased by the Pretty family, the current owners of the estate, in 1924, and since then the original home has undergone multiple renovations and upgrades. Fortunately , the family has kept the home in it’s original splendor and has filled it with beautiful Victorian antiques.

Guests at the estate are welcome to explore the grounds and local area, or just sit back and relax for the afternoon in the Drawing Room to enjoy a formal English Tea service, complete with fresh baked scones.

Rowena’s Inn is located 1.5 hours from downtown Vancouver along Lougheed Highway, or a short 25 minute flight by private aircraft – which can land right at the resort’s very own private landing strip.

Contest

Enter for a chance to win a Valentine’s Day dinner for two including a steak and lobster dinner, dark chocolate frangelico mousse parfait with Agassiz hazelnuts, bottle of bubbly and chocolate covered strawberries. Prize must be claimed Thursday, February 9 – Sunday February 19, 2012, 5:00pm – 9:00pm (prize can be claimed after this time period, however it will exclude the Valentine’s Day perks).

To enter, leave a comment on this blog post explaining the most romantic thing you have ever done for Valentine’s Day.

Receive additional entries by doing the following:

1. Follow @RowenasInn on Twitter. Leave a comment on this blog post confirming you have followed Rowena’s Inn in a new comment for an additional entry.
2. Tweet the following about the contest: “I entered for a chance to win dinner for two at @RowenasInn from @br_webb. Here’s how you can enter too: http://ow.ly/8JYKh” Leave a comment on this blog post confirming you have tweeted the contest for an additional entry.

Contest closes at 5:00pm PST, Friday, February 3, 2012. One random drawn winner will be announced on this blog post on or before Monday, February 6, 2012.

Read the complete contest rules.

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This contest is now closed.

Congratulations Josh Hall, you are the lucky winner of dinner for two at Rowena’s Inn, Rivers Edge Restaurant in Harrison Mills for Valentine’s!

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please keep watching for more contests coming soon.

In just 100 days, on Sunday, May 6, 2012, the gun will go off and 5,000 full marathon and 10,000 half marathon runners set off on their journeys to conquer their brand new courses at the 41^st annual BMO Vancouver Marathon. The word on the street this morning is that the full marathon is already 70% sold out… so if you’re training hard, make sure you register now before space is gone.

Are you waffling if you should register or not? Show your friends, family and co-workers how much you want to run in this year’s race by challenging them to registering with you as a group for the I ♥ Run Van Contest. On Tuesday, February 14, the group with the most registered participants will win a special gift package.

Still not convinced? Forbes Magazine has named the BMO Vancouver Marathon one of the top 10 marathon races in the world!

What are you waiting for? There’s still time to register, train and to get to the start line.