Contributor: Thalia Stopa
Thalia moved from Winnipeg to Vancouver as a vegan, wannabe art student, and a beer and wine naif. Over a decade later, she is now an omnivorous, beer- and vini-vorous food and culture writer. She is in her most natural state perched at a local bar or brewery, with a pen or book in one hand and a pint in the other.
The Ultimate Craft Beer Nerd’s Card Game
We think Mikkeller's Hip Hops Card Game might be the perfect remedy to another long, rainy Vancouver winter. Your deal...
Amelia Butcher on Wedding Dresses, Cake Decorating and the Joy of Drawing Death Rituals
Local ceramicist and illustrator, Amelia Butcher, conjures women with attitude from her Dusty Babes Collective studio.
We Want a Copy of “The Gastown Foodie” Cookbook (Available October 17)
We've been making room on our bookshelf for the third instalment in our favourite local cookbook series.
ArtBreakers Illustration Market Set For Olympic Village, October 14-15
Creekside Community Centre is set to host a unique market experience showcasing local illustrators, animators and designers.
Underground “Heads & Tails” Dinner Goes down in East Van This Weekend
Secure your spot at Rabbit's Foot Supper Club's especially meaty six-course Sunday dinner this weekend
A Timely Learning Curve for Appreciating the Independent Art of the Zine
From bite-size books to tattoos, Thalia Stopa grades the curve on self-publication in honour of Artists' Book Week...
Why This Delicious Local Beer is Named After a Pair of Dank Gym Socks
Twin Sails Brewing's owner Cody Allmin retails the beer-fueled inspiration behind their "High Socks" Mosaic IPA
Film on Bartending Legend Charles Schumann Screens Friday at Vancity Theatre
Keep thirsty at the film festival with a documentary focused on bartending legend Charles Schumann.
We Want to Get Mystical with Ben Gore’s Awesome Hip Hop Tarot Card Deck
This rapper-inspired deck of amazingness might just be the gateway to spiritualism you've been waiting for...
Project Soccer YVR’s Restaurant League Kicks Off on October 25th
Assemble your industry coworkers and get ready to kick it for a good cause
Field House Brewing Officially Launches ‘Field House Farms’ on October 5th
Self-sustainability is the new 'punk' at Field House Farms
A Day in the Studio and a Bourbon Sour with Local Maker Nadia M’Seffar
Get to know the chicken-and-waffle loving Vancouver-via-Montreal maker behind the much loved EM'SAY line.
Catching Up Over a Few Pints with Local Beer Legend Nigel Springthorpe
Eight years after his first Big Interview, The Alibi Room & Brassneck co-owner talks branding, boxing...and pig brain beer
City of Vancouver Needs Food Service Industry Workers’ Opinions on Waste Reduction
Food industry workers are asked to appear with ideas and input at two upcoming roundtable discussions with the City.
We Want to Take a Photographic Aerocene Exploration High Above Vancouver
The backpack kit includes a floating sculpture, a camera to document its flight and an assortment of environmental sensors.
Glamping in a Fully Kitted-Out Airstream Trailer on Pender Island
As one of the few people in Vancouver who aren't attracted to the "roughing it" side of camping, this appeals to me greatly...
Get the Most out of Your VIFF Experience by Following This Viewer’s Learning Curve
Some guidance on how best to approach the diverse and dauntingly eventful 36th Annual Vancouver International Film Festival.
Sipping and Feasting Under the Harvest Moon in Abbotsford
Scenes from a magical evening in Abbotsford at a picnic gathering of the region's best food and beverage establishments.
The Wild Bunch Gets Set to Host Four Festive Thursday Evening Workshops this Fall
Get creative at one of The Wild Bunch's festive, autumnally-themed floral workshops starting October 5th.
UBC Harvest ‘Feastival’ to Combine Season’s Best Flavours with Night of Arts & Culture
A night of delicious seasonal flavours and "Choose Your Own Adventure" style activities that's not to be missed on Sept. 28
What’s the Story with the Bunny in the Fox’s Belly at Brassneck Brewery?
Brassneck Brewery's Nigel Springthorpe explains how the Main Street company's most iconic image came to be.
Art Rapture Returns to Mount Pleasant With Prohibition-Themed Art Experience
Get ready for the Art Rapture! The urban art event is coming back to the neighbourhood on September 22/23.
Growing Chefs’ Annual Kitchen Party ‘From Farms To Forks’ Returns October 1st
The 8th annual Farms to Forks event has us drooling at the prospect of a return to the classroom! Check out the list of participating chefs...
The Shop’s TJ Schneider Talks Denim, Five Years in Chinatown and Dining with Brad Pitt
Thalia Stopa has a lengthy chat with polymath TJ Schneider of The Shop on its 5th anniversary in Chinatown.
The Dumpling King Pop-Up Returns for Four Delicious Nights at Hives For Humanity
Find out what the buzz is about at the #DumplingKing's second pop-up restaurant, hosted by the Bee Space at Hives for Humanity
Final ‘Summer Sizzler’ Goes Down This Saturday with Five Ciders, Music, Snacks and Fun
Fill your bellies and growlers with five ciders at the final Sunday Cider Sizzler of the year, this Saturday September 16th
Bid a Tasty Goodbye to Summer with Five Rising Chefs at East Van’s ‘Stacks On Stacks’
Five up and coming chefs are preparing to flex their culinary muscles at this upcoming food-focused block party
Start the Season Right with the Fresh Roots Schoolyard Harvest Dinner
Summer is coming to a quick close, folks. Dig into this upcoming al fresco feast by Chef Juno Kim with brews from 33 Acres.
