The Zamala Journal

The people who make Vancouver celebrate.

Spotlights, guides and stories from the event Pros our community loves.

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An overhead view of a mezze spread on a wooden table: hummus topped with chickpeas, a red dip with a walnut and mint, three fried kibbeh on white spoons, folded pastries, a creamy dip scattered with pomegranate seeds, kale and pink flowers.

Tayybeh: Syrian catering and family-style dinners in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver

Tayybeh started as pop-up dinners in 2016. Now the newcomer women in its kitchen cook Syrian food for group dinners in Mount Pleasant and catering across Metro Vancouver.

November 3, 20264 min read

A group of friends at a long table on a restaurant's covered terrace at dusk, with shared plates, candles and wine

Guide

Private dining in Vancouver for 10 to 40 guests: rooms, buy-outs and how to arrange it

What the headcount changes, set and family-style menus for a group, how much notice to give, bringing your own wine, and a private chef who cooks at your home.

October 30, 20266 min read

A smiling couple arm in arm behind a low table banked with white roses, the bride in a patterned gown and veil, the groom in a teal suit and bow tie, with white candelabras, green apples, grapes and rows of lavender and pink flowers behind.

Spotlight

Viva Events & Decor: Sofreh Aghd and wedding décor in North Vancouver

Mariya on the Sofreh pieces couples ask about most, and on bringing two families' traditions into one wedding so both sides feel respected and represented.

October 29, 20265 min read

A group of friends raising wine glasses in a toast at an evening celebration

Guide

How far ahead to hire for a December celebration in Vancouver

Realistic lead times for caterers, DJs, bakers and photographers, what to put in your first message, and how to plan if you're starting in late October.

October 24, 20265 min read

Raised glasses at a long table under warm string lights

Guide

How to throw an office holiday party on a small budget in Vancouver

Where a small number goes furthest, lunch or evening, the office or a community-centre room, and when a liquor permit comes in.

October 16, 20266 min read

A wedding checklist on a clipboard beside a laptop

Guide

When to hire: a season-by-season guide to Vancouver Event Pros

The city’s celebration calendar has a rhythm. When the people you want are busiest, and when to reach out.

September 9, 20263 min read

A festive holiday party table set with candles, greenery and gold chairs

Guide

Planning a corporate holiday party in Vancouver? Start in October

December fills up fast in this city. The order to do things in, and what to lock in before the calendar closes.

September 9, 20263 min read