Author: Samantha Lenz

  • SAVE THE DATE: Sunday October 16 – Sparkle Empowerment Event & Fundraiser

    SAVE THE DATE: Sunday October 16 – Sparkle Empowerment Event & Fundraiser

    In honor of International Day of The Girl, The Sparkle Project BC is thrilled to present a Sparkle Empowerment Event/Fundraiser: An event for EVERY generation! The goal is to give young females (along with their family and friends) better access to modern personal and professional development tools, while celebrating their growth, diversity, uniqueness and self-worth while creating […]

  • SAVE THE DATE: The Dare to Dream Soiree on Tuesday, November 22

    SAVE THE DATE: The Dare to Dream Soiree on Tuesday, November 22

    #GIVINGBACKISSEXY at The Dare to Dream Soirée, on Tuesday, November 22nd at the uniquely stylish and newly renovated state-of-the-art theater, Imperial Vancouver!!! Genicca Dot Com partners with RAW Beauty Talks + the “Free to Be” Program, to help youth develop and cultivate an authentic identity – one that is not premised on narrow constructions of […]

  • EVENT: Maker’s Market at Highstreet Mall in Abbotsford

    EVENT: Maker’s Market at Highstreet Mall in Abbotsford

    Come shop and mingle with the best baby, kids & mama brands in BC! Hosted by Emerson Apparel and KEWE Clothing – this event is bringing you your favourite local kids & mama brands. Come take a look at the best in children’s wear & accessories, women’s accessories, bath & skincare, & more. You wont want […]

  • Top 3 MasterChef Canada – Matthew Astorga’s Recipe: Toffee Apple Panna Cotta

    Top 3 MasterChef Canada – Matthew Astorga’s Recipe: Toffee Apple Panna Cotta

    Recipe: Toffee Apple Panna Cotta Apple Panna Cotta ·         2 tbsp gelatin ·         ¼ cup apple juice ·         1 cup apple juice ·         1 cup caster sugar ·         2 tsp vanilla extract or ½ a vanilla pod ·         1 1/2 cups whipping cream ·         ½ cup whole milk Cardamom Spiced Sponge Toffee Topping ·         3/4 […]

  • MasterChef Series: Joseph Richard Group To Launch ‘SUDO’, New Asian Concept in Late 2016

    MasterChef Series: Joseph Richard Group To Launch ‘SUDO’, New Asian Concept in Late 2016

    Joseph Richard Group has announced a new concept that will be coming in full effect as of late 2016 with the opening of Sudo, an Asian Kitchen experience.  This new JRG experience will have a diverse menu that will feature a broad range of modern Asian cuisine featuring items from Chinese, Japanese, Taiwanese, and Indian […]

  • Top 4: Pitt Meadows local Matthew Astorga dishes about MasterChefCanada

    Top 4: Pitt Meadows local Matthew Astorga dishes about MasterChefCanada

    Matthew Astorga is a digital design consultant from Scarborough, Ont., currently residing in Pitt Meadows, B.C. Matthew first discovered his love for cooking after making his first dish, an omelette, when he lied to his babysitter and told her he was allowed to use the stove. Completely self-taught in the kitchen, Matthew has a love for […]

  • Q&A with Mikaela Karram Founder of “Pay it Forward Gear”

    Q&A with Mikaela Karram Founder of “Pay it Forward Gear”

    As we all know social media is huge in today’s society, and it’s no surprise that I connected with Mikaela over Instagram. Mikaela Karram is the founder of a clothing apparel company called “Pay it Forward Gear” that is based out of Vancouver, BC. At only 28 years of age this kind-hearted soul is making a big difference […]

  • The Second Annual AvoShowdown Returns April 10!

    The Second Annual AvoShowdown Returns April 10!

    The second annual Avoshowdown, hosted by Avocados from Mexico, returns to Vancouver on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at the Northwest Culinary Academy of Vancouver. With the success and popularity of last year’s culinary competition, Avocados from Mexico is celebrating the return of the Avoshowdown with bigger prizes, including roundtrip travels to a Mexican all-inclusive resort, courtesy of Club […]