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Michelle Sproule grew up in Kitsilano and studied Business Marketing in Australia and at the University of Victoria before receiving her graduate degree in Information 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.
This Is What’s It’s Like to Eat a 76 Year-Old US Army Field Ration From World War II
It's crazy that it's all so well preserved. Even so, I don't think I'd be able to stomach trying any of it. Not even the cigarette!
Ten Years Later, ‘Market by Jean-Georges’ Still As Good As It Was on Day One
A recent meal serves as a reminder of a milestone and why Market deserves its place among Vancouver's most reliable restaurants.
Whenever Pasta Appears on the Menu at The Mackenzie Room, Pounce On It
You can't really see them in all their plump glory hiding under a blanket of spring greens and petals, but they're truly beautiful things.
This Mt. Pleasant Restaurant Honours Its Veteran Staff Members in a Really Cool Way
Wallflower Diner recognizes and celebrates its long-serving crew members by affixing their names to the long edge of the wooden bar.
How the World’s First Subway Remains Relevant in the Age of Skytrain Extensions
It's striking how similar our subway system's evolution has so far been to that of the 156-year old London Underground.
The View From Your Window #182
We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!
Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?
Do you think you know Vancouver's restaurant scene well enough to identify this spot? Give us your best guesses in the comments...
We Want to Browse This Vintage Cast Iron Market With All the Money in Our Pockets
Where do cast iron pans go when they die? Trick question -- they don't die. But if they did, this would be their heaven.
The Rise and Fall (and Possible Resurgence) of Yelp
CNBC takes a hard look at where the online reviewing platform came from, where it is now, and where it might go in the future.
New Ad for The New York Times Shows What It Sometimes Takes to Break a Big Story
"The Truth is Worth It: Fearlessness" is of the better advertisements for a news media company that we've ever seen...
Picking Grapes with Andrea Vescovi of Ancora
We asked the GM and Wine Director at one of Vancouver's top restaurants to map out his affections for British Columbian wine.
The View From Your Window #181
We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!
This is What It Looks Like Underwater When a 5.9 Earthquake Strikes
This short video from 2017 was filmed by a diver who somehow kept his cool when a tremblor starting shaking the sea floor.
Hachiro Ramen Bar Opening Soon
The long-delayed 40 seat restaurant is back on track and set to launch at 140-16th Street West in North Vancouver by the end of April.
The Small Garage That Converts Finicky Classic Vehicles Into Reliable Electric Heroes
California company EV West has made a brisk business out of converting old Ferraris, Porsches and even VW vans to electric.
Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?
Do you think you know Vancouver's restaurant scene well enough to identify this spot? Give us your best guesses in the comments...
Vancouver’s Best Restaurants, Mapped and Ranked
A fresh panel of local industry pros created this list of essential restaurants for Spring/Summer, 2019. Rank them with your picks!
Why Trees Can Only Grow So Tall Even If They Live to Be Thousands of Years Old
California's famous sequoia trees have been known to grow to heights over 130 metres, but they are hamstrung by fascinating limitations.
The Spanish Restaurant Where Japan Meets Brasil
Spanish design firm Masquespacio created this beautifully colourful and tropical Japanese-meets-Brasilian sushi spot in Valencia.
You Need to Try the Chicharito Cocktail at Mt. Pleasant’s Como Taperia
Named for soccer star Javier Hernández Balcázar's sobriquet (which translates as "Little Pea"), the drink is as striking as its namesake.
The View From Your Window #180
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‘Monday Bar School’ Returns With Afternoon Bourbon Class at Cafe Medina
Industry veteran Julia Comu has resurrected the informal bartending "school" for those in the trade who want to hone their craft.
Commercial Drive’s Jamjar to Expand Operations With Location Move This Spring
The popular Lebanese restaurant plans to make the move next door to the old Relish Burgers corner address on May 1st.
Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?
Do you think you know Vancouver's restaurant scene well enough to identify this spot? Give us your best guesses in the comments...
Legendary Movie Director Ridley Scott Creates Epic Advertisement for Hennessy XO
The director of such films as Gladiator, Blade Runner and Alien has created a four minute-long advertisement for a Cognac.
Freebird Chicken Shack Opening Soon in Chinatown
Chef Angus An's much-loved but recently closed Freebird Chicken Shack in New West is set to rise again at 188 East Pender St.
How The Psychology of Colour Goes Into Making Hollywood Movie Posters
In this short video, move poster designer James Verdesoto dishes to Vanity Fair on modern movie poster design leans on colour.
The View From Your Window #179
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