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Over 25 tasting stations at the epic Science of Cocktails event at Science World this February

by Carrie Leslie in Events on January 13, 2019

Drinking… in the name of science! On Thursday, February 7, 2019, the Telus World of Science is hosting their epic, annual fundraising event, Science of Cocktails! This is something you are not going to want to miss.

Attendees can explore the physics, chemistry and biology behind cocktails. Yes – there’s more to that Vodka Tonic than you ever thought… Plus, tickets to the event helps to provide class field trips to Science World for underserved schools in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

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Over 25 tasting stations at the epic Science of Cocktails event at Science World this February

Ready to Win Your Own “Fifty Shades of Romance in Vancouver” Holiday?

by Sonu Purhar in Entertainment on February 6, 2018

Fifty Shades Freed is in theatres February 9.

It’s another day of love activities, and another chance to win a grand prize trip for two to Vancouver!

Fifty Shades Freed will be released in theatres on February 9, and Tourism Vancouver is celebrating the film’s Vancouver presence with a sizzling sweepstakes that’s sure to spice up your Love Day. Part Two of our three-day “Fifty Shades of Romance in Vancouver” campaign features 16 more activities that will surprise and delight your Valentine’s date. Continue reading:
Ready to Win Your Own “Fifty Shades of Romance in Vancouver” Holiday?

Science of Cocktails 2018 takes Happy Hour to a whole new level

by Carrie Leslie in Food & Drink on January 22, 2018

Image courtesy of Science World British Columbia

If you’re bored by beer and tired of tequila, you’ll be very interested to hear about the much-anticipated event, Science of Cocktails, hosted at the Telus World of Science on Thursday, February 8, 2018.

Science of Cocktails is Science World’s signature fundraising event, where the city’s most talented bartenders and chefs come together to showcase the chemistry, biology and physics behind preparing stylish cocktails and cuisine. It’s an event like no other, with one-of-a-kind drinks and food that you won’t find anywhere else in the city. Plus, proceeds from tickets go towards a great cause.

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Science of Cocktails 2018 takes Happy Hour to a whole new level

Top 10 Reasons to Attend Science of Cocktails on Feb. 4

by Inside Vancouver in Events on January 20, 2016

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Grant Sceney (Fairmont Pacific Rim) presented the Smoked Pineapple Martini at the Science of Cocktails preview event for a handful of special guests. Sceney was named the 2014 World-Class Canadian Bartender of the Year; he then went on to represent Canada in the Diageo World Class Finals against 46 of the world’s best bartenders and accomplished an impressive overall 4th place finish. Photo credit: Christopher Guy

Cocktail connoisseurs rejoice. On Thursday, February 4, 2016, Science World will transform into the largest mixology laboratory in town. There will be plenty of ridiculously cool gadgets to try and unusual yet delightful concoctions to drink. Forget the uptight and boring cocktail parties of yore. This is a high-octane experience that will usher meaning to the words “molecular mixology.” Because science.

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Top 10 Reasons to Attend Science of Cocktails on Feb. 4