The focus is primarily on the food, wine, and hands of the people involved in the interaction. A woman in a dark, likely black, jacket is holding a small, white plate with a dish of food featuring small, orange/peach-colored flowers on top of a light-colored, likely white, base. Her hands are holding the plate. Another woman, slightly out of focus but visible, is pouring white wine into a wine glass. The wine bottle is light amber/tan, and the wine is pouring into the glass, which is clear.

Best of the West

Best of the West is back, bringing together amazing restaurants and top wineries for a night of incredible food and wine pairings. 

Guests will get to taste, sip, and vote for their favourite duo, while a panel of professional judges will also weigh in to crown the 2026 Best of the West. 

Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026  |  7–9 p.m.
Venue: Ambleside Pier (foot of 14th Street)
Cost: $115 plus tax

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Restaurants
The image is a minimalist logo on a white background. The logo consists of two lines of text rendered in a dark grey or black color. The top line features the word "ANGORA" in a sans-serif, all-caps font with wide spacing between letters. The letters are stylized; the "A"s are outlined, and the "O"s and the "G" have open sections, giving them a modern and elegant appearance. The "G" has a slightly curved, open tail. The second line, positioned below the first and centered, reads "WATERFRONT DINING AND PATIO
Cantina Norte logo showcasing bold typography and colorful design, symbolizing a vibrant restaurant atmosphere.
Logo of Fred's restaurant, featuring a modern design, located in the city.
The image is a logo for "Grand Cafe". The logo is primarily black and gold on a white background. At the top, there is a stylized, cursive script that reads "Artigiano" in a light golden color. This script is underlined by a thin, horizontal golden line. Below the script and the golden line, the words "GRAND CAFE" are displayed in large, bold, sans-serif capital letters, rendered in black. The letters are evenly spaced and centered horizontally.
The image is a simple logo featuring the word "Mèreon" in a stylized font. The text is a muted, deep green color and is positioned centrally on a clean white background. The font is sans-serif with slightly rounded edges, giving it a modern yet soft feel. The 'M' is capitalized, while the rest of the letters are lowercase. The accent mark above the 'e' is a light brown or tan color, contrasting subtly with the green of the text. The letter 'o' also contains this same light brown, diamond-shaped element with
Milestones restaurant logo featuring a modern design with vibrant colors and stylized text.
Logo of EB Breakfast Co, featuring a stylized design representing a breakfast theme.
Logo of Parc Retirement Living, featuring a modern design that represents senior living and community.
The image is a minimalist, monochrome logo on a white background. The central element is a dark gray square frame. Inside this frame, the words "THE" and "KEG" are displayed in all capital letters. "THE" is positioned above "KEG". The font used is a simple, sans-serif typeface, with bold, blocky letters. To the right of the "G" in "KEG", there is a small, raised registered trademark symbol (®). The overall composition is clean and balanced, with ample white space surrounding the framed logo. The color palet
The image is a white square featuring red text that reads "the modern pantry bakery + provisions." It appears to be a business card design, showcasing the name of a bakery or food-related establishment. The layout emphasizes the use of font and color for branding purposes.
The image features a logo that includes a fish design enclosed within a circle. It is associated with "Wooden Fish VIETNAMESE CUISINE." The logo incorporates elements of typography and graphic design, showcasing text combined with illustrative graphics.
wineries
The image features a white rectangular sign that displays the name "BLUE MOUNTAIN Vineyard and Cellars" in blue text. The design emphasizes clarity and professionalism, likely intended for branding purposes. The tags associated with the image include elements such as text, font, graphics, and graphic design.
The image displays the logo for "BURROWING OWL estate winery". The text is centered on a white background. The top line of text, "BURROWING OWL", is in a deep red color with a serif font. Between the words "BURROWING" and "OWL", there is a small, stylized illustration of an owl with outstretched wings and a vine-like element. The "O" in "BURROWING" and the "O" in "OWL" are slightly larger than the other letters and have a circular design within them, hinting at the owl's eyes.
The image is a logo against a white background. At the top center of the image, the words "HESTER CREEK" are displayed in all capital letters. The font is a classic serif style, and the color of the text is a deep, warm golden brown. Below the text, there is a silhouette of a stylized mythological creature, resembling a dragon or a sea serpent, interacting with a human figure. The creature is on the left, depicted with flowing lines suggesting movement, and it appears to be either reaching for or being offe
The image features a black background with bold green text that reads "JOIE Larm." It showcases a distinct font, highlighting aspects of typography and graphic design. The overall aesthetic emphasizes the contrast between the colors and the clean design elements.
The image is a logo with a white background. The logo is predominantly black and gold. At the top, a silhouette of a stylized human figure in a dancing or celebratory pose is depicted in gold. The figure's arms are outstretched upwards and outwards. Below the figure, a golden vine with several leaves and tendrils stretches horizontally across the image. The vine appears to be connected to or growing around the central figure. The leaves are depicted in a stylized, almost geometric manner.
The image features a white rectangular sign that prominently displays the text "M MORAINE" in red. This design emphasizes the text, likely representing a logo or branding element. The overall look suggests it is related to graphic design, encompassing various aspects such as text and font.
The image features a logo for Painted Rock Estate Winery, showcasing a design that includes white circles. The logo emphasizes a circular motif and includes text that identifies the winery. It falls under graphic design elements such as rings and circular shapes.
The image features a black background with white text that reads "QUAILS' GATE Okanagan Valley." It likely represents a logo or branding element, possibly for a winery or business located in the Okanagan Valley. The design suggests an elegant feel through its use of typography elements like handwriting and calligraphy.
The image is a circular logo for "RUST WINE CO." The logo is primarily in shades of brown and black, set against a white background. The outer edge of the circle is a thick black line. Inside this, a thinner brown circle encloses the main design elements.
The image is a minimalist graphic with black text on a white background. The text is arranged in two lines. The top line contains the word "SPIER" in all capital letters. The letters are sans-serif and appear to be a bold weight. The bottom line contains the number "1692" in numerals. These numerals are also sans-serif and appear to be of similar weight to the letters above. The text is centered horizontally within the frame. The overall composition is simple and direct, with a clear focus on the textual in
The image features a black background with white text that reads "T TOMMASI . FAMILY . ESTATES." It utilizes a monochrome color scheme, emphasizing simplicity and contrast. The tags associated with the image include black, darkness, screenshot, black and white, and monochrome.

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