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.
FROM THE COLLECTION // An Artistic Homage to Our Chinese and Indigenous Histories
Local artist Lam Wong talks about the historical inspirations behind his original multimedia art installation...
Inside Kitoki Inn, Opening Soon on Bowen Island
The new Japanese-inspired getaway on Bowen Island is made up of three cabins and a bath house surrounded by forest.
Yaletown Scores Japanese Grocery ‘Aburi To-Go’
Previously Minami restaurant's private dining room, the corner store-sized space has been transformed into a welcoming grocery.
New ‘Cut Flowers’ Exhibition Set to Open at East Van’s Slice Of Life Gallery
Local artist Jacqueline Nicholas started carving her large-scale flower-inspired woodblocks during last year's quarantine.
FROM THE COLLECTION // Excavated Pieces of BC’s Indigenous History
The Museum of Vancouver's Jasmine Wilson explains how one particular collection connects her to her own personal history.
We Want Some Summer in a Bottle From Vancouver’s Own Penny Frances Apothecary
The new scents take us to late July strolls through the night gardens of Italian villas and to relaxed California patios...
Scout List Vol. 578
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from April 15 to April 21, 2021.
Scout List Vol. 577
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from April 8 to April 15, 2021.
FROM THE COLLECTION // A Model-Sized Version of an Iconic City of Vancouver Statue
The Museum of Vancouver's CEO, Mauro Vescera, shares a piece that inspires some personal childhood nostalgia...
Scout List Vol. 576
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Mar. 18 to Mar. 24, 2021.
You Need to Try This Ontama Eggs Benedict With Yuzu Miso Hollandaise
The Japanese style of poached egg is served on a slice of toast and topped with a revelatory yuzu miso hollandaise sauce.
Scout List Vol. 575
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Mar. 12 to Mar. 17, 2021.
FROM THE COLLECTION // An Inspiring DIY Guide from The Regional Assembly of Text’s Library
Brandy Fedoruk tells us about a handy little publication that's currently piqued his interest...
Ceramicist Shuobi Wu Shares Recipe For Special ‘Homecoming’ Lotus Root Soup
"No matter how old I get, wherever I go, that one or two times every year that I went home, the first meal was always the Lotus Root soup."
Scout List Vol. 574
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Mar. 4 to Mar. 11, 2021.
Vancouver, It’s Time to Plant Your Veggies!
In the interest of getting as many herb and vegetable enthusiasts on the right track to food-producing crops this spring and summer, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite seed sources for inspiration.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Photo Album of a Legendary BC Mountaineer and Scientist
Archivist Jessica Bushey, PhD, previews an exceptional collection of photography capturing BC's mountaineering history.
Scout List Vol. 573
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do from Feb. 19 to Feb. 25, 2021.
Arguably the Best Brownie Situation Ever Sold in Vancouver
The delicious and not too sweet things are dense, chewy and creamy at the same time, no doubt the result of some alchemic spell.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Museum of Vancouver’s Expo Ernie Key Chain
The MOV Operations Manager shares a souvenir that commemorates both a historic local event and an invaluable personal memory.
You Need to Try This Soul-Warming Bowl of ‘Fagioli’ on Commercial Drive
A star on the regular menu at Livia, this little bowl packs big punches of flavour and warmth on cold winter days.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Personal Photo Emily Carr Sent to Her Closest Friends
VAG Chief Librarian Jane Devine Mejia shares an image that sheds intimate light on a Vancouver icon, who celebrates her 150th birthday this year...
We Want to Drink These Four Different Margaritas in Miniature at La Mezcaleria
The Commercial Drive restaurant's bartender, Felipe Torres, starts making the Margarita Tasting Flights tonight.
We Can’t Wait to Stay at Bowen Island’s Upcoming, Japanese-Inspired Kitoki Inn
We all need things to look forward to right now, which is why I've had my eye on this getaway that's now taking shape...
We Want These Vintage Demitasse Coffee Cups From the Hotel Vancouver
There were less than a dozen available when we poked our heads in, so it might be wise to strike sooner rather than later.
Take a Look Inside the New Main Street Location of Nouvelle Nouvelle
The minimalist aesthetic makes for a subtle yet compelling backdrop, allowing the carefully considered inventory to pop.
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Vancouverite Who Waited a Lifetime for the Right to Vote
Krisztina Laszlo, Archivist at the Rare Books and Special Collections at UBC, shares an image that's worth a thousand words.
A Homegrown Guide To Being A Shopping Hero This Holiday Season
Gift giving season is upon us. Let's do our best to show local businesses that we value what they do by spending our dollars as close to home as we can.
