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On the Road in Jamaica, Gathering All the Rum

Scout travels to Kingston and Cockpit Country to learn all about the delicious versatility of Jamaican rum.

The View From Your Window #191

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New Restaurant ‘Beehive Kitchen & Bar’ to Launch in Kitsilano This Summer

The new spot will land at some point this summer in the space recently vacated by the Oakwood Canadian Bistro.

La Mezcaleria Chef Mariana Gabilondo to Prepare Special Long Table Feast on Bowen Island

Bowen Island's beautiful Home Farm will host the culinary team from the popular Vancouver restaurant on July 20th.

‘Wind Cries Mary’ Opening Soon in Victoria’s Historic Bastion Square

Jesse Dame has taken over the storied Camille's Restaurant address and aims to have his new restaurant open by mid-July.

New Brunch Spot Egg & Co. Opening Soon

Ray Loy and Benjamin Ho took over the old Escobar address on Fraser St. with plans to open their new eatery by late July.

How Thirsty Colonists and Revolutionary Soldiers Made Spruce Beer on the Battlefield

If you ever wondered how North American settlers wet their whistles in the woods back in the 18th century, wonder no more...

Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?

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Basement Lounge ‘Boogie Van’ Opening Soon

Cuchillo owner/chef Stu Irving is building a new 50 seat lounge (inspired by his old, souped-up 1980s van) under his restaurant.

Via Tevere Team and Christopher Royal to Launch New Pizzeria ‘Tratto’

The new restaurant is on track to open at some point in August at 256 Westminster Avenue West in downtown Penticton.

The View From Your Window #190

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Frankie We Salute You! Now Open

The new restaurant from award-winning Chef Brian Skinner (the former chef/co-owner of The Acorn) has launched in Kelowna.

The Worst-Named Restaurant in Vancouver Has Closed After 14 Months

Escobar, so named after the murderous Colombian drug Pablo Escobar, earned its special place in Vancouver's Restaurant Graveyard.

New ‘Home Block’ a Beautiful Game Changer

Vancouver restaurant industry veterans Neil Taylor and Michael Ziff join forces to elevate CedarCreek's new project in Kelowna.

How Far Would Ryan Reynolds Go For His Aviation Gin Company?

In the latest advertisement for his American gin project, owner/actor Ryan Reynolds shows just how dedicated he is to his signature label.

Vancouver Would Be Cooler If It Didn’t Occasionally Scare the Living Daylights Out of Us

They could have used any old alarm to warn of fire or accident, but instead they chose the one that terrifies everyone everywhere.

The View From Your Window #189

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Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?

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Papi’s Seafood and Oyster Bar Set to Launch Next to English Bay Beach

The storied Raincity Grill address will be given new life when it welcomes the arrival of a new seafood-focused restaurant this week.

What If New Order Recorded the Hit Song ‘Blue Monday’ in 1933 Instead of 1983?

Orkestra Obselete time travels the classic song, playing it on instruments that were all the rage 50 years before it was released.

Fayuca to Close Yaletown Location, Open at New Mt. Pleasant Address

The boisterous north pacific coast of Mexico-themed restaurant on Hamilton St. is set to plate its last service on June 12th.

Five Years Ago Today, Main Street Brewing Company Arrived in the Heart of Mt. Pleasant

For this #TBT, we present a photo series from when the neighbourhood brewery was getting ready to receive its first customers.

You Need to Try Some Chic Fille Rosé This Summer

The star of a recent park picnic (in which we went a little overboard) was this incredibly quaffable bottle from Joiefarm's side label.

What Would Happen if We Attempted to Terraform the Sahara Desert?

Though it would appear to help slow climate change, there's a good chance it would create more problems than it would solve.

Cultivate Tea Opens New, Scott Cohen-Designed Location in Mt. Pleasant

The tea and kombucha bar is currently in soft opening mode at 7th and Main, not far from the original address.

Organic Classic ‘Paul’s Diner’ Opening Soon

The crew behind Victoria's award-winning Agrius and Fol Epi are expected to launch in the old Paul's Restaurant location this summer.

How East Van’s Highly Anticipated ‘Flourist’ Landed Their Massive Bread Oven and Mill

The upcoming artisanal flour miller, dry goods supplier and bakery just received a very special delivery. Watch how it went down...

Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?

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