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On Misanthropy, Mental Illness and Marpole, with Local Author, Carleigh Baker

Baker's most recent publication, 'Last Woman', is now available from various local independent bookstores around town. Whether you've already consumed it or not, you can add an extra dimension to your reading by checking out our recent Q&A.

From Foraging to Feasting: Here are Eight Unusual Valentine’s Day Ideas

Valentine's Day is about showing love and appreciation, not about how much you spend. If you still feel obligated to mark the day with some gift-giving, we suggest opting for something more experience-based or activity-oriented.

Spooky Things to Get Up To, From Now Until November 3rd

We've compiled a list of apropos things to do, ranging from genuinely frightening to fun-scary and family-friendly activities, plus several terror-ifically delicious options to satisfy the spectrum of scare levels.

Andrea Gail Opens at 1867 Powell Street in East Van

Andrea Gail, or 'The Gail,' is a new laid-back, 'come-for-a-shot-of-infused vodka, a can of beer, and some tasty snacks' kind of place that requires no forethought and no fancy outfits. Just roll up and grab a seat.

Valentine’s Cocktail Class with Chris Enns at Odd Society Spirits

Odd Society Spirits Reveals New Sunday Waffle, High Proof Tea and Coffee Menu

‘Tropic Thunder’ Hits Odd Society Spirits on July 13th

East Van Roasters Teams Up with Odd Society Spirits for Special Father’s Day Whisky Chocolate Collection

We Found the Perfect ‘Odd’ Bottle to Replenish Our Liquor Cabinet With This Season

The first release in Odd Society Spirits' new Community Collaboration Series marries several of our favourite things: whisky, craft, collaboration and...mushrooms.

Scout List, Vol. 596

From our calendar to yours comes this carefully considered agenda of cool things we are doing, wishing we could do, or conspiring to do in Vancouver this week.

Prepare Your Palates (and Livers): The 8th Annual ‘BC Distilled’ Event is Right Around the Corner

British Columbia’s premier artisan distillery festival will be back in action for its eighth year on Saturday, May 13th, and this time around it’s going to be bigger and better than ever!

Tocador to Host “Man I Love Flamingoes” Cocktail Competition, Feb. 7th

February is a short but tough month. Lucky for us, next month Tocador will be hosting a cocktail competition, that's sure to be packed with fun, tropical vibes and tasty drinks aplenty.

Transition Into 2023 With Some Quality Downtime

From our calendar to yours comes this carefully considered agenda of cool things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver, from now until mid-January, 2023.

18 Thoughtful Gift Ideas: From Good Bottles to An Island Get-Away

Skip the Ferrero Rocher this year and seek out goodies that will show your thoughtfulness and keep money in your local economy...

Odd Society Spirits Hosting Delicious Day-Long Ukrainian Snacks Fundraiser This Weekend

On Sunday, April 10th, Odd Society Spirits will be hosting some of their chef friends - Tatiana Pakhomova, Todd Graham (Hand Taste Ferments, Wild Thing), Andrew Morales (Txirimiri), and Kody Abrams (Greenhorn Cafe) - for a delicious (and boozy), day-long celebration of Ukrainian food and culture.

COOL THINGS WE WANT // A Pair of Peated Whiskies from Odd Society Spirits

Count on the East Van distillery to keep our liquor cabinet well-stocked with irresistible - almost illicitly so - and out-of-the-ordinary bottles of booze.

The Scout List, Vol. 586

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from April 7 to April 14, 2022.

The Tip Out, Vol. 18

Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.

The Tip Out, Vol. 19 // Fresh Headlines From the Vancouver’s Food + Drink Scene

Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.

The Tip Out, Vol. 15

Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of member news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.

Sam Shem Does ‘The Dishes’

Pastry chef, artist and avid traveller, Sam Shem, takes the reins for this edition of 'The Dishes'.

The Tip Out, Vol. 16

Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of member news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.

The Tip Out, Vol. 11

Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of member news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.

The Tip Out, Vol. 7

Everything you need to know about eating and drinking in Vancouver right now.

The Tip Out, Vol. 6

Everything you need to know about eating and drinking in Vancouver right now.

Beer Brief, Vol. 48

A bulleted briefing of beer news for your at-home and socially-distanced pleasure, compiled by Thalia Stopa.

The Tip Out, Vol. 12

Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of member news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.

COOL THINGS WE WANT // This Super Sweet Hives for Humanity Summer Picnic Basket

The spread includes all the standard fixings for creating your own lovely little cheese board loaded with local deliciousness.

Where to Find Vancouver’s Best Cocktail Kits

One of the only silver linings of the pandemic has been the allowance for take-home cocktail kits. Here's where to score yours.

Straight & Marrow Opening Soon on Powell Street

Provence Marinaside and Nuba Gastown kitchen veteran Chris Lam has picked up the old Bistro Wagon Rouge space.

The Tip Out, Vol. 3

Everything you need to know about eating and drinking in Vancouver right now.

Distilleries are Starting to Make Hand Sanitizer for the Most Vulnerable in Their Communities

Hand sanitizer scarcity is stressing people out, and since stress weakens the immune system, it's a problem that needs solving fast.

The Tip Out, Vol. 5

Everything you need to know about eating and drinking in Vancouver right now.

Vancouver’s Temporary Patios, Mapped

This map points to restaurants, cafes and breweries that have so far been approved for the Temporary Expedited Patio Program.

The Tip Out, Vol. 1

Everything you need to know about eating and drinking in Vancouver right now.

‘Straight & Marrow’ Resumes Construction in the Old ‘Bistro Wagon Rouge’ Location

I did another walk-through of the space a couple of days ago and found them less than a month away from launch.

19 Ways to Treat Mom Right this Mother’s Day

Just because you may not be able to give your Mom a big hug and a kiss this year doesn't mean you can't show her some love!

On Deleting Food Delivery Apps and Feeling for Restaurants Under Construction

In her latest read of the food and drink news, Talia finds out why flour is scarce and how to ensure her take-out is safe.

The Scout List, Vol. 522

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from May 8 to May 14, 2019.

Beer Brief Vol. 24

A succinct, bulleted briefing on beer-related news and imminent events (mapped for your crawling and tasting pleasure by Thalia Stopa).

The Scout List, Vol. 549

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Dec. 4 to Dec. 10, 2019.

The Scout List, Vol. 530

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from July 24 to July 30, 2019.

Beer-Focused ‘Magnet’ Now Open

The highly anticipated new restaurant and beer parlour from the folks behind Brassneck and the Alibi Room is finally here.

An Eating & Drinking Guide to the 23rd Annual Eastside Culture Crawl

We've mapped out some great place that will keep your energy up while exploring all the galleries and studios of East Van.

Five Years Ago This Week, Inside the Construction of Odd Society Spirits

This quick trip down memory lane includes over a dozen photographs of one of our favourite local distilleries. Take a look!

40 Delicious Places to Eat & Drink During the Eastside Culture Crawl

We’ve mapped out our list of suggestions for satisfying your hunger and thirst while feasting your eyes on art this November 15th to 18th.

Local Artist Perrin Grauer’s Work-In-Progress at Upcoming ‘Magnet’

His installation sees hundreds of triangles angled in line to climb up the western wall of the beer-focused restaurant's entrance.

The World’s Best Contemporary Gin is Made in BC (and This Is Where You Should Drink Some)

Sheringham Distillery's Seaside Gin just won a huge accolade in London, so we've mapped out where it's mixed into cocktails locally.

Doing ‘The Dishes’ With the Sons of Vancouver

James Lester and Richard Klaus take us on a whirlwind tour of their favourite food and drink spots across the Lower Mainland.

Team From Brassneck, Alibi Room to Open Beer-Focused ‘Magnet’

Opening this Spring at 309 West Pender Street, the new spot will be a casual, 90 seat counter-service operation.

A Guide to Eating & Drinking Like a Champion During the Eastside Culture Crawl

Where to raise your glasses, forks and chopsticks while resting your tired feet between artistic adventures this weekend.

Hell Yeah, We Want a Bottle of This Locally Crafted Blue Curaçao!

The North Shore distillery made just 500 bottles of this beautiful stuff and selling 'em for just $23. Grab one before they're all gone.

The Scout List, Vol. 462

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Mar. 7 to Mar. 13, 2018.

Odd Society Spirits Releases Their Debut Single Malt Whisky, And We Want Some

First Sips Of Odd Society’s Award-Winning, Barrel-Aged Bittersweet Vermouth

On Tokyo Food Scene Wins & Dousing Well Done Steaks In Ketchup

On All Of The Truffle & Bourdain Making Sense Of The Nonsensical

On Coffee-Crusted Pork Belly & The World’s Most Popular Drinks

Catching Up With Evelyn Chick, A Talent That Vancouver Misses Dearly

Commercial Set In Fictitious Civil War Features Odd Society’s ‘East Van Vodka’

Ten Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now And Next Week

East Hastings’ ‘Red Wagon’ Reopens With Refreshed Room, Menu, Hours And More

Everything That You Need To Know About The Eastside Culture Crawl, Nov. 19-22

Ten Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now And Next Week

Ten Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now And Next Week

We Look Inside The Toolkit Of “Odd Society” Master Distiller, Gordon Glanz

East Van’s Odd Society Spirits To Release Limited Edition Salal Gin On Feb. 1st

Private Casks Of Canadian Single Malt Up For Adoption At Odd Society Spirits

Ten Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now And Next Week

The 3 Fundamental Essentials In The Kitchen Of “Cinara” Chef Lucais Syme

The Scout Guide To Finding And Reserving The Right Table On Valentine’s Day

2nd Annual BC Distilled Festival Set To Celebrate Local Spirits On April 18th

Vancouver’s Top Chefs Gather For “Farms To Forks” Moveable Feast

Ten Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now And Next Week

Tickets For Highly Anticipated “BC Distilled” Fest Went On Sale This Morning

Guest Chefs To Prepare Six Course “For The Love Of GAME” Dinner At Blacktail

East Van’s “Odd Society Spirits” Turns 1, Invites Public To Oct. 30 Festivities

“Odd Society Spirits” All Set To Release Special Oak-Aged Gin October 17th

“Odd Society Spirits” Samples And Bottles Available At Select Farmers Markets

East Van’s “Odd Society” On The Hunt For A Lead Bartender

New “Wallflower Gin” Officially Released By East Van’s Odd Society Spirits

Local Bartender Matt Cooke Joins “Odd Society Spirits” As Brand Ambassador

Awards For “Odd Society Spirits” At San Francisco World Spirits Competition

East Van’s Odd Society Spirits Has Joined The Growing Scout Community

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Odd Society Spirits To Start Selling Its “Bittersweet Vermouth” On December 18th

‘East Side Culture Crawl’ A Natural Fit For Odd Society Spirits On Powell Street

Blacktail Florist Introduces New Team, New Menu, New Theme For “Kanaka”

Vancouver Gets Set For “BC Distilled”, A Festival Celebrating The Best Local Spirits

75 Great Places To Book Your Holiday Parties & Score Super Delicious Gifts

Ten Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now And Next Week

Ten Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now And Next Week

And Now A Short Film About East Van’s Excellent “Odd Society Spirits”

East Van Vodka From The Imminent Odd Society

DINER: New Local Craft Distillery “Odd Society” Landing In East Van This Summer

SCOUT LIST: 10 Things That You Should Absolutely Do Between Now & Next Week

“The Acorn” On Main Street Set To Debut New Winter Menu On Thursday Night

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