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Vancouver by the Stars: Patio Edition

Scout's new guide series sees contributor (and non-astrologist), Madeline Smart pairing the city's best offerings with your Zodiac sign.

Don’t Miss the Remaining Pac Rim Patio Pop-Ups, Only Until August 27th

The Fairmont Pac Rim's Chef series is now past its half-way point - which means that there are only two more opportunities to eat up some of the summer's best dishes as imagined by a line-up of Vancouver's most highly celebrated chefs, served up al fresco style...

The Best Long Table Feasts of Summer 2023

There are a lot of beautiful dining rooms in Vancouver, but this time of year none can compete with BC’s many naturally spectacular outdoor settings. From long table dinners to more casual al fresco events, we’ve compiled a list of six memorable opportunities to enjoy eating outside this summer. Let’s all go to the farm!

Fanny Bay Oyster Bar Teams Up with Artigiano, North Point Brewing Co. for Al-Fresco Seafood Pop-Up Series

Where to Score a Quick Picnic, Mapped

Make the most of the good weather this weekend - but don't overthink it. Here's our guide to easy grub and the closest green space nearby to consume it in.

On Liquor, Licensing and Loopholes, with Keenan Hood of The Keefer

We catch up with The Keefer Bar’s General Manager, Keenan Hood, for a recap on the closing of the Keefer Yard, and the successes of the past couple of years…

‘The Keefer Yard’ Prepares to Tee Off in Chinatown

The narrow but deep vacant lot beside The Keefer Bar is currently being transformed into The Keefer Yard, an al fresco space dedicated to outdoor games and good times.

Fraserhood’s Say Mercy to Launch New ‘B-Side’ Outdoor Sandwich Shop

The Italian-American BBQ restaurant at Fraser & 27th is taking full advantage of the City's new pop-up plaza program.

Socially Distanced Hotpot Dining in a Eucalyptus Forest

Located in a dreamy eucalyptus forest, the wall-less restaurant weaves its way through the tall white trunks next to a lotus pond.

This Summer’s Best Long Table Feasts

From long table dinners to casual al fresco grazing events, we made a shortlist of great opportunities to eat well outside.

Tickets for the Annual Schoolyard Harvest Dinner are Now Available

The al fresco long table event, hosted by local non-profit Fresh Roots, returns for another exceptional dining experience on July 25th.

The Scout List, Vol. 529

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from July 17 to July 23, 2019.

Road Tripping the Okanagan in September

If you’re heading up to the Okanagan for an adventure in September, here are some fresh things that should be on your radar...

Long Table ‘Dinner on the Pier’ Goes Down in North Van on August 9th

The evening event begins with a cocktail reception and is followed by a delectable four course long table meal paired with beer and wine.

Start the Season Right with the Fresh Roots Schoolyard Harvest Dinner

Summer is coming to a quick close, folks. Dig into this upcoming al fresco feast by Chef Juno Kim with brews from 33 Acres.

Ranking Vancouver’s Best Restaurant Patios, Al Fresco Oases And Secret Hideaways

A Perfect Summer Feast At JoieFarm’s Idyllic ‘Picnique’

If you find yourself exploring the Okanagan this summer, aim here and take your sweet time...

Therapeutic Local Patios That Are Mercifully Tucked Away From The Busy World

Al Fresco “Farmacie” Dinner At Klipper’s Organic Farm

Chef Jeremy Tucker Cooking Al Fresco At CedarCreek’s “Vineyard Terrace”

Diner En Blanc

Wine, Music, & Picnic Dinners Make For Enchanted Evenings In Chinatown

“Araxi” Menu For Longtable Dinner In Vanier Park Released (It Looks Amazing)

Painted Rock Estate Winery Hosts Joy Road’s Cuisine Du Terroir On July 31st

Judging 1,335 Different Wines In Only 4.5 Days At ‘The National Wine Awards’

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

Hart House Hosting Garden Party To Celebrate Mediterranean Food And Wine

Al Fresco, Gatsby-Themed Bubbly Supper With “Joy Road” In Kaleden July 18

Summer Dates Set For Joy Road’s “Cuisine du Terroir” Al Fresco Wine Suppers

This Weekend’s Must-Do Is Sunday’s “Salt & Soil” With Curious Oyster

“Tinhorn Creek” Set To Celebrate Its 20th Anniversary With 20 Events In 2014

Araxi “Longtable” Summer Supper Line-Up Includes An Evening In Vanier Park

Campagnolo’s “Just Like Dinner At Nonna’s” Return For Final Summer Hurrahs

Dig Into Salt & Soil, A Celebration Of The Farm & The Sea By “Curious Oyster”

Al Fresco Suppers At “Hart House” Continue With Provencal & Spanish Themes

VANCOUVER WOULD BE COOLER IF #204: It Had A Few Al Fresco Entranceway Cinemas

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

GOODS: “Hart House” On Deer Lake Set For Al Fresco Garden Party Series This Summer

GOODS: Join “Edible Canada” For An Outdoor Supper At Hazelmere Farm Tonight

HONOUR BOUND: Super Chefs Cam & Dana Of “Joy Road” Cooking In Town This April 10

GOODS: Coal Harbour’s “Tableau Bar Bistro” Launching New Take-Out Program Today

GOODS: Araxi’s Outdoor Dinner Series Continuing This Summer At Rainbow Park

Seen In Vancouver #314: “Al Fresco” Diners Descend On Robson In Delicious Invasion

GOODS: Joy Road Presents 2011 “Cuisine du Terroir” Al Fresco Vineyard Dining Series

GOODS: “Hart House” On Deer Lake Set To Celebrate The Culinary Traditions Of Spain

GOODS: The Summer Garden Party Tradition Continues At “Hart House” At Deer Lake

Hart House On Deer Lake Announces Garden Party Dates

“Al Fresco” Flash Mob Dinners Make Use Of Urban Landscape

Hart House Salutes Flavours of Provence And Wines of France

Tickets Soon To Go On Sale For 2010 “Outstanding In The Field”

The Hart House at Deer Lake Is Hosting An End Of Summer Party

Goldfish Seafood & Chops