Michelle Sproule
Michelle Sproule grew up in Kitsilano and studied in Australia and at the University of Victoria before receiving her graduate degree in Library Sciences from the University of Toronto. She lives in beautiful Strathcona and enjoys wandering through the city’s streets and alleyways with her two very best friends, a beat up camera and a 50mm lens. Her popular Scout List – a curated compendium of Vancouver’s most interesting happenings - is published every Wednesday afternoon.
Slo Coffee Opening New Location at Pacific Centre in Downtown Vancouver
The Fraserhood café built on the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, is getting ready for its second act inside of Pacific Centre, with an opening planned for late Fall 2025.
Head to DD Mau for a Two-Night Cambodian-Vietnamese Collaboration, Sept. 9-10th
Next week, on Tuesday and Wednesday, the family-run Chinatown restaurant is hosting chefs Chanthy Yen and Tyler Hoang for a special menu takeover. Don't overthink it. Just go.
Hit ‘Reset’ and Harvest Some Community Spirit, at the Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival
This year’s edition builds slowly, with a program featuring workshops, walks, and gatherings beginning on September 12th; and culminating under lantern light on October 4th. Here’s a brief rundown of some highlights happening along the way.
The Scout List, Vol. 633
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 from Thursday, September 4th to Wednesday, September 10th, 2025.
More Than a Fundraiser: ‘From Farms to Forks’ Kitchen Party Returns This October
On Sunday, October 5th, From Farms to Forks returns with its trademark kitchen party: an evening built around the singular, simple idea that kids should know real food – and the people who grow it.
Elem is Hosting Two Mexico City Bars for Back-to-Back Pop-Ups Next Week
First up: Less is More on Thursday, September 4th, followed by Bijou Drinkery Room on Friday, September 5th will be joining Beverage Director Winnie Sun behind the bar, paired with à la carte dishes from Executive Chef Vish Mayekar.
Chef Chanthy Yen is Bringing Cambodian Bistro ‘Touk’ to Alberni Street This November
Deep, forest green paper is up on the windows at 1152 Alberni Street, announcing the new, standalone location of Chef Chanthy Yen's contemporary Cambodian bistro, which began as a Montreal-based pandemic-era pop-up back in 2020.
Delara’s New Winemaker Dinner Series Kicks Off Sept. 11th
Wine Director and General Manager Melanie Gravel has a way of capturing the poetry of wine and terroir, and translating it into a story that feels both approachable and compelling. Which is why we’re stoked to see that she’s put together a lineup of winemaker dinners this Fall.
Join an Autumn Harvest Long Table Dinner at The Sharing Farm, Sept. 14th
The Sharing Farm is closing out its long table season with a vegetarian harvest feast from Nero Tondo chefs Devon Latté and Lucas Johnston.
The Scout List, Vol. 632
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 from Thursday, August 14th, to Wednesday, August 20th, 2025.
The Scout List, Vol. 631
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 from Thursday, August 7th, to Wednesday, August 13th, 2025.
Enjoy Smoke, Spice, and Short-Grain Rice at Dachi on August 18th
Summer’s winding down — time to knock “unforgettable dinner outdoors” off the list. For this one, chefs Eva Chin, Katy Cheung, and Jiwon Seo are teaming up for a one-night-only long table feast where Asian roots meet Southern barbecue, and short-grain rice ties it all together.
The Scout List, Vol. 630
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 from Thursday, July 31st, to Wednesday, August 6th, 2025.
Dachi’s New Bubbledogs Release Begins Pouring Today!
Every year, the East Van restaurant sweetheart teams up with a local winery to release a special bottle of sparkling wine paying homage to their Wine Club mascot, Arthur the bloodhound - and this year's collaboration with Pamplemousse Jus won't last long. So get moving!
The Scout List, Vol. 629
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 from Thursday, July 24th, to Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Chef Andrea Carlson Brings Her Moon-Guided Cuisine to the Long Table on July 29th
This one’s for those who appreciate a meal that’s quiet in posture but charged with meaning.
Dope Bakehouse’s Next-Level Pastry Game is Now Up-and-Running in North Van
Built on butter, curiosity, and a healthy disregard for convention, Dope Bakehouse is now officially bringing its stylish rule-breaking and sharp execution to the North Shore — one laminated pastry at a time.
Mortadella is Set to Revive the 915 Main Street Space This Summer
There’s a new sandwich and slices shop coming to Main Street - inside the old Pizzeria Farina space - and it’s bringing some familiar names back into the mix: Michael and Stephen Wiese, the brothers previously behind La Brasserie and Pizza Fabrika.
The Scout List, Vol. 627
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 from Thursday, July 10th, to Wednesday, July 16th, 2025.
Dress Rehearsal’s Summer Pop-Up Dinner is Happening at Say Hey Café on July 19th
Chef Lina Caschetto and This is Wine School are back for ‘Act 2’ of their new monthly pop-up series, serving up a fresh market-inspired and wine-paired meal that’s personal but far from 'precious'. The theme this round? 'Le Maraîcher' ('The Market Gardener') - meaning the vegetables are the stars.
Join the Scout Vineyard x Dachi Summer Release Patio Party, July 13th
The patio is calling! And this Sunday, Dachi is responding by cracking open a fresh collab with Scout Vineyard - perfect for a warm and sunny afternoon.
The Scout List, Vol. 626
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 from Thursday, July 3rd, to Wednesday, July 9th, 2025.
Double Down at Breeze Bar, Now Until Next Week
Get on board with Acadian caviar, Nova Scotia bubbles, and a no-rules approach to celebrating the good stuff at Breeze Bar running all-week-long until Monday, July 7th.
The Scout List, Vol. 625
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 from Thursday, June 26th to Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025.
The Scout List, Vol. 624
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 from Thursday, June 19th to Wednesday, June 25th, 2025.
Rumble Fish is Bringing Fish Shack Energy to Hastings-Sunrise
The neighbourhood seafood joint with a no-fuss approach and a menu built around local catch is now open at the corner of Hastings and Garden.
You Can Now Score DownLow Chicken at Kits Beach
Kits just levelled up. Now all we need is for the pool to reopen.
The Scout List, Vol. 623
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 from Thursday, June 12th to Wednesday, June 18th, 2025.
