Earls Gets Crafty: B.C. brew masters from Phillips, Howe Sound and Whistler Brewing will be at Earls Restaurant, 1095 Mainland St., Vancouver today, May 20, 4-6 p.m. for the official launch of Earls new North America wide craft beer and microbrew program. Sample all eight of their B.C. craft beers paired with beer friendly appetizers from the new spring menu for $25. Tickets: vancouvercraftbeerweek.com/2012/events/ sunday-may-20th-201.
Celebrity Chef Cooking Classes: The Arts Club Theatre Company announces its spring 2012 lineup of classes running from May 23 to July 18. These intimate four-course dinners will be held at private residences throughout Vancouver and give guests the opportunity to discover the latest trends in food and wine. The three-hour interactive classes demonstrate professional techniques. All classes start at 6 p.m. Schedule: May 23, David Robertson; May 28, Ned Bell; June 4, Tim Evans; June 11, Quang Dang; June 19, Jefferson Alvarez; June 26, Anthony Sedlak and July 18, Tom Lee. Tickets are $125 and can be purchased at 604-687-5315, ext. 248. Info: www.artsclub. com. Funds raised go to the theatre company.
