Mark your calendars for Vancouver Aquarium’s annual Toast to the Coast on Friday, October 12. Next to the Night at the Aquarium, this is one of Vanaqua’s signature fundraising events, directly supporting the Aquarium’s conservation, research, and education programs.
Join over 500 of Vancouver’s foodies and wine lovers to celebrate aquatic conservation in style as the Vancouver Aquarium is transformed into a magical after-hours experience.
[YEW Restaurant + Bar Executive Chef Ned Bell with Ocean Wise’s Mike McDermid]
Set against the magical backdrop of the Aquarium at night, this year’s Ocean Wise partners include new participants Miradoro at Tinhorn Creek and Wild Rice, joined by some of Vancouver’s favourite seafood restaurants C and YEW Restaurant + Bar.
Enjoy pours from BC’s Quail’s Gate Estate Winery, Blasted Church Vineyards, and Hillside Estate Winery.
[Hillside Estate Winery]
Here’s just a few of the fantastic silent auction items that will be available:
– Overnight stay for two in a Diamond Room at Magnolia Hotel & Spa, including a sumptuous continental breakfast
– Le Creuset Café Collection, including French Press, cream and sugar set, and two mugs
– Stamford Spa & Salon’s pampered spa package
– Yves Behar-designed ergonomic chair courtesy of Herman Miller Canada Inc.
Toast to the Coast
Date: October 12, 7:30 pm
Venue: Vancouver Aquarium
Tickets: $95, available online; proceeds directly support the the Aquarium’s conservation, research and education programs