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Made to Gather: How Chef Sharon Chan and Chef Will Lew Are Reimagining Chinese-Canadian Cooking in a Fisher & Paykel Kitchen

Vancouver's most compelling culinary duo brought Hong Kong's most beloved dishes to the Fisher & Paykel display kitchen at Trail Appliances Cloverdale — and showed us exactly what a kitchen built for gathering looks and feels like.

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Get Your Grill On: Tips for Buying a BBQ

If you’re in the market for a new grill, we have a few tips that can help you look like a master chef in your outdoor kitchen.

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The Art and Science of Preserving Fine Wines in Western Canada

For serious wine collectors in Western Canada, proper storage isn't simply a convenience—it's essential for preserving the integrity, flavor profile, and investment value of rare vintages. As climate fluctuations become more pronounced across British Columbia and Alberta, precision climate control has never been more critical for wine enthusiasts.

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The Art of Slow Cooking: Chef Alex Chen's French Onion Soup with Braised Beef Short Ribs

Award-winning Chef Alex Chen cooks at Trail Appliances Richmond Showroom using Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, and shares his elevated French onion soup recipe featuring braised beef short ribs, Madeira and Sherry wine, and Gruyère cheese — a masterclass in slow cooking, patience, and cooking with intention.

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Premium Refrigerator Features: Which Luxury Innovations Are Worth the Investment in 2025

Discover which high-end refrigeration features deliver real value through advanced cooling technology, material quality, and food preservation capabilities for Western Canadian homes.

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