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.
‘Lightning Strike’ is Hitting Vancouver for One-Night-Only, June 23rd
A handful of Japan’s most respected breweries are landing in Vancouver for a rare tasting experience designed to give locals direct access to top-shelf producers who don’t typically export this far. A proper sake event like this doesn’t come around often!
Folke Brings Vegan Brunch to the Table, Starting This Weekend
The community-minded Kitsilano’s restaurant launches brunch service this weekend (June 7th and 8th), offering a plant-based excuse to roll out of bed and reward yourself with seasonal and savoury comfort food, and a plate heaped with baked goodies.
Chef Angus An is Bringing ‘Sainam’ to the West End, Beginning June 13th
Chef Angus An’s latest project under the Full House Hospitality umbrella - a personal tribute to Thailand’s Isaan region - is set to open at 1235 Davie Street in mid-June.
Inside El Tequileño: Legacy, Craft, and the Magic of 150-Year-Old Mango Trees
From processing the agave to bottling, here's the rundown of how the forward-thinking tequila distillery does it's thing - and has been for 65 years.
Kalisha Glover Wins El Tequileño Cocktail Competition with “Freedom of Colour” — See the Highlights
Glover’s winning cocktail, ‘Freedom of Colour’, pulled inspiration from Frida Kahlo’s 'Still Life with Parrot and Fruit' by using the painting’s bold colours and vibrant arrangement of fruit, including watermelon, orange, passionfruit and lime to translate her idea of what Mexico means into the glass.
Taking a “Timeout” for Tequila
When I travel, I seek out places that reward curiosity, where you can eat your way through a neighbourhood and pick up on the culture without needing a guidebook. That’s why I quickly said "yes" when La Mezcaleria invited me to join their team trip to Jalisco, Mexico.
The Scout List, Vol. 621
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, May 22nd to Wednesday, May 28th, 2025.
Hanai Returns for a One-Day Pop-Up at Dachi This Sunday
On May 25th, swing by Dachi for a one-day Hānai pop-up, Chef Tess Bevernage,serving up spam musubi, fried ube mochi, and POG juice — all in support of the Filipino community and United Way BC’s Kapwa Strong Fund. Arrive early, eat well, and give back.
Learn About Local Plants and Shoots, with “Spring Foraging 101” at Jericho Beach Park
Wild foods are everywhere — you just need to know where (and what) to look for. Our pals from The Bad Academy have joined forces with Chef Robin Kort to give you the chance to learn how to spot some of BC’s most fascinating edible plants.
The Scout List, Vol. 620
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, May 15th to Wednesday, May 21st, 2025.
Watch Vancouver Bartenders Compete at El Tequileño Cocktail Competition, May 20th
On Tuesday, a crew of some of Vancouver's sharpest bartenders will gather behind the bar at Cuchillo for their chance to win a trip to the spiritual home of tequila.
Banister Provisions: A New Main Street Bakery & Cafe Now Open
Operating out of Hero’s Welcome, Banister is a compact daytime takeout window tucked into the pub’s side, inspired by the simplicity and charm of New York-style coffee carts.
The Scout List, Vol. 619
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, May 8th to Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.
New Restaurant Chez Céline is Bringing Honest French-Canadian Cooking to Fraserhood
From the housemade sourdough to the low-intervention wine list, this new 52-seat bistro on Fraser Street draws from Québec’s casse-croûte culture to offer warm hospitality and stripped-back French cooking that keeps the focus where it should be: on the table.
Nemesis and Kitchen Table Restaurants are Expanding to Coquitlam
Nemesis and Gigi's are heading east this spring, anchoring the new TriCity Pavilion project in Coquitlam. To be clear, this is not a franchise rollout. It’s something more grounded: respected operators choosing to not just extend into the suburbs, but to plant roots in them.
New “Angela Pastificio” Softly Opens Doors On Powell Street This Week
Rooted in a philosophy that honours the ingredients and respects its culture, Angela delivers exactly what you want from a meal enjoyed among good friends. For pasta obsessives and anyone who cares about great dining, this spot is essential.
The Scout List, Vol. 618
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, May 1st to Wednesday, May 7th, 2025.
Where to Eat in Vancouver Late at Night: 12 Spots That Actually Deliver
Forget the stale drive-thru regrets—this is your guide to the late-night spots in Vancouver where the food’s still worth staying up for. Whether you're just finishing a shift, coming down from a night out, or simply starving at 1am, these kitchens are open, ready, and actually good.
Neate Donuts to Officially Open Downtown Vancouver Shop in May 2025
Neate Donuts, a project developed alongside JJ Bean’s coffee operations, has opened its first standalone location at Oceanic Plaza (1066 W Hastings Street). The downtown flagship shop reconnects with the Neate family’s original pairing of coffee and donuts, dating back to the 1940s.
Olivia and TJ, of ‘Vive Le Veg’, on Seeding and Growing Their Relationship On and Off the Farm
Vive le Veg is the kind of farm that proves you don’t need generations of dirt under your nails to grow damn good food. Run by TJ and Olivia—two former city kids turned full-time growers—it’s a human-powered, chef-fuelled operation out of Ladner, supplying some of the best kitchens in Vancouver with produce that chef get excited about.
The Scout List, Vol. 617
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, April 24 to Wednesday, April 30th, 2025.
Scout’s Mapped Guide to ‘North America’s 50 Best Bars’ Pop-ups, Takeovers & Exclusive Cocktail Events in Vancouver
The world’s best bartenders are landing in Vancouver. Prepare accordingly. This is your no-nonsense guide to the pop-ups, takeovers, and one-night-only happenings..
Set Your Alarms: Tickets to Shady Hazel Farm’s 2025 Super Club Series Go On Sale May 1st
Shady Hazel Farm is rolling into its third season of farm dinners. Set on Ian and Sara Rodgers’ 16-acre Gibsons farm, this year’s Longtable event has expanded to five nights, each one fronted by next-level culinary talent.
The Scout List, Vol. 616
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, April 17th to Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025.
DD Mau Chinatown is Celebrating Seven Years This Weekend
The team is marking the milestone this Sunday, April 20th, by bringing back some of DD Mau’s most-loved dishes at their “All-Star Snack Party”.
Chupito Returns: The Low-Key Back Alley Bar is Reopening in Mount Pleasant Tomorrow!
Underdog energy intact, and moving like it’s got nothing to prove, Tara Davies' Chupito 2.0 is ready for its comeback, beginning April 16th.
A Handful of Tickets for Elem’s ‘Four Hands Dinner’ are Still Remaining!
Elem is cracking open its kitchen on April 16th for a one-night-only five-course collaboration between homegrown chef Ron McKinlay (yes, that McKinlay) and chef-owner Vish Mayekar.
The Scout List, Vol. 615
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, April 10 to Wednesday, April 16th, 2025.
