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Frankie Predicts Massive Earthquake ‘Anytime Soon’ for Vancouver

Our friend Frankie Macdonald usually warns us and his 165k subscribers in advance of especially bad weather across Canada. Yesterday, things took a turn for the different, however, as the beloved Nova Scotia meteorologist predicted a “massive earthquake” will hit Vancouver “anytime soon”.

“People of Vancouver, you can’t escape the earthquakes forever!”

Word.

As usual, thanks for the warning, Frankie! We’re going out for extra batteries, bottled water and all the instant ramen now.

Scenes from Last Night’s Dine Out World Chef Exchange at The Acorn

The event saw a special collaboration between The Acorn and Wilsons from Bristol, UK. Although I wasn’t among the lucky ones to score a spot at either of the sold out seatings, I was invited to slip by pre-service for a glimpse of what was to come.

Yes Shef: An Evening In Images

A lineup of BC's most talented women working in the hospitality sector come together in in the Star Sapphire Ballroom at the Fairmont Pacific Rim for an exceptional cause at the WORTH (Women of Recreation, Tourism & Hospitality) Association's Yes Shef event...

Why Did Vancouver Make Front Yard Businesses Illegal?

In the latest video from the Vancouver-curious YouTube channel 'About Here', we learn of a terrible NIMBY move of yore.

This Mt. Pleasant Restaurant Features ‘Sadio’, the ‘World’s Saddest Patio’

Most nearby restaurants were allowed temporary patio permits. Wallflower was denied theirs, but it hasn't broken their spirit.