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Snag Tickets to a Korean-Inspired Dinner in Chinatown This Weekend!
The string of innovative (and tasty) events making good use of the old Nancy Go Yaya space (265 E Pender) continues with a pop up dinner concept called Māat (Korean for “flavour”), brought to us by Chef Kyle Lee (Elisa) and Director Jay Son (CinCin).
Hot Dog! House of Funk Brewing’s ‘End of Summer House Party’ Goes Down This Saturday
If a day of tattoos, music, beer and hot dogs sounds like your perfect summertime jam, then this is one party you don't want to miss.
Tomoko Tahara Serves Vegan Dinner at Burdock & Co
Tomoko Tahara is serving up a vegan dinner at Burdock & Co. on September 5th, and the menu reads like poetry!
Native Plant Workshop
Get to know more about your native plant species neighbours by signing up for a morning plant walk through Strathcona Community Garden on Sunday, August 28th.
Where to Cool Down Deliciously, Mapped
Temperatures are climbing, so keeping cool is where it's at. A dip in the ocean or a swim in a lake will help, but if you are stuck in the city we have a few tasty suggestions to bring your core temperature down...
Head to Main St. for a Ceramic Artist Pop-Up, August 18-25
Local ceramicist Kate Metten is hosting her first artist pop-up inside her new Main Street brick-and-mortar shop, kicking off this Thursday with an evening opening reception that looks like an all-around good time.
Tickets for Shady Hazel Farm’s Dinner With Chef Lucais Syme Now Available
If you're on a mission to explore and enjoy in as much of BC's bounty as possible before the season is over, then a quick jaunt over to the Sunshine Coast (September 4th) for a longtable dinner on a farm should definitely factor into your late-summer plans.
Enjoy a Night of Excellent Food, Wine and Poetry at Ubuntu Canteen, August 13th
This Saturday the Fraserhood spot is switching gears to play host to winemaker Rajen Toor, of a Ursa Major Winery in the South Okanagan Valley.
Celebrate a Decade of the Acorn Restaurant This Friday, August 5th
The Main Street restaurant is celebrating a whopping 10 years of business this summer, and they're doing it right: with a day-long street party.
Averill Creek to Host PiDGiN Restaurant for Their New Dinner Series, August 23rd
Eke the most out of the remaining weeks of summer by planning a food- and wine-centred trip to the Duncan area, including a memorable meal enjoyed outside on the Averill Creek Terrace.
Take a Field Trip to Barnside Brewing for the Acorn’s Long Table Dinner, August 8th
If you can only choose one meal to attend this month, then Chef Devon Latte's outdoors dinner next Monday should probably be it.
New East Vancouver Focused Exhibition Set to Open August 25th, 2022
Artists David Vegt and M W Bowen join forces to present "Habitual" - an exhibition of twenty paintings profiling key East Vancouver artists, makers, community leaders and activists.
Second ‘Gringo’ Location Ready to Open in Davie Village
Shoel Davidson, along with partner Sean Davis (Wooden Table Hospitality), have opened a second Gringo location in the old Beetbox space on Davie Street (at Thurlow).
Plan a Trip to the North Shore for the 15th Annual Osprey Festival
Head to the Maplewood Flats this Saturday, July 30th, for nature activities, a plant sale, music and dance performances, and to stuff your face at the salmon BBQ.
Cool Off In A Kayak This Weekend
One fun way to keep cool is by renting a kayak and getting out on the water. Not sure where to do that? We've mapped out a list of spots currently offering hourly and extended rentals...
Plan on Heading to Pemberton for the First Official ‘Cooks Camp’, This September
The first ever in-person event is an overnight adventure including two full days of meals, workshops, talks, activities and get-togethers around the firepit.
Get Your Tickets to Ubuntu Canteen’s Summertime Dinners Before It’s Too Late
The Fraserhood spot has planned two special sake and wine dinners, July 29th and August 13th.
‘Vinícola Portugal’ Boutique Wine Fair Happening This Sunday
Throw yourself into the Portuguese wine experience by tasting your way across the country's various wine regions, led by Kissa Tanto's GM and Sommelier, Justin Isidro.
Head to False Creek this Weekend for the Sea2City ‘Town Choir’ Performance
On the afternoon of Sunday, July 17th, the city of Vancouver will be addressing the impact of climate change and rising sea levels in some creative and inspiring ways, along with three other major coastal cities
Heads-Up: ‘Clay In Colour’ Group Exhibition Opens at Picnics Studio July 15 – 17
Ceramics artist Mimoko has handed over a collection of ceramic vases to six Vancouver artists who have been asked to add their own aesthetic imprint (in colour) to the vessels.
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.
Get Tickets to Flavours of Hope’s ‘Summer Celebration Market’ This Friday
The event marks the launch of their 2022 Dreams Cuisine program, and features food from five different women chefs and business owners.
Nine New and Unexpected Places to See Art In and Around Vancouver
Consider this your guide to a bunch of unusual and/or lesser-known local venues for checking out art (plus one in Ucluelet).
Plan a Trip to Mayne Island for the Acorn x Das Nest Collab Dinner
The special plant-based, multi-course dinner is happening for two nights only, July 11th and 12th.
Sunday Pies Pizza Co. Popping Up in Strathcona For a Limited Time Only
The temporal new venture from Doug Stephens and Colin Staus is happening at Luppolo Brewing Company from Friday June 24th until Sunday, July 3rd.
Snag Tickets for Tayo’s Summer-Inspired Filipino Dinner
On Monday, July 11th, head to Farmer's Apprentice for a seven-course Filipino dinner channeling the energy and tastes of the season.
Ignore the Rain and Head Downtown for the Japan Market Summer Festival
Spend a day browsing and enjoying the goods from over 70 Japanese and Japanese-themed food, art and culture vendors, June 11th and 12th.
Grab Tickets for the ‘Before Sunset’ Outdoors Dinner Now
The Fresh Roots schoolyard dinner spreads across the fields of David Thompson Secondary schoolyard Thursday, July 7th.
