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Main St. Brewing Marks Autism Acceptance Month with ‘Glow’ Alsatian Pilsner

Coffee Roastery Modus on the Hunt for a New Baker / Head Chef

An Inside Look at the Controversial Mount Pleasant BIA Expansion

In this episode, we hear from Mount Pleasant BIA Executive Director, Neil Wyles, on why he's pushed so hard for this expansion and what that process has entailed so far, as well as from those in opposition, including three Main Street business owners.

19 Years of Serving Big-Ass Burritos in Mt Pleasant: Get Down with Budgie’s at The Lido TONIGHT!

Before you dance the night away in a crowd of nice, fun-loving people, get to know your hostess and Budgie's founder, Macey Budgell, in this quick-and-dirty interview.

Main St. Brewing Debuts New ‘Everyday IPA’ collab with Beer Babes Family™

Kingsgate, the ‘Little Mall That Could’, Turns 50!

A brief history of one of the last remnants of Mount Pleasant’s working-class origins, still standing as an oasis of resistance to the neighbourhood's gentrification.

Dear Gus: Vancouver’s Most Adorable Wine Bar?

The new edition to Mount Pleasant officially opens its doors at 2040 Quebec Street (between 4th and 5th Avenues) on Friday, December 8th.

Sink Your Teeth into KAPOW! Burger, Beginning This Friday

As of Friday, December 1st, Mount Pleasant's brewery district is getting an injection of flavour when the new smashburger concept parks itself at Electric Bicycle Brewing (20 East 4th Avenue).

Brunch and Lunch with Us at The Farmhouse

Main St. Brewing Announces Return of Annual ‘Miracle on Main Street’ Toy Drive

Chef Peter Ho Sets the Record Straight on His Yakitori Plans

Recently, an article about Chef Ho and his Sumibiyaki Arashi concept was published (elsewhere) without any attempt to contact or verify facts with Ho. Consequentially, it wasn't an accurate depiction of Ho's vision. Here are the actual details (and a little context)...

Two Opportunities to Join the Bar Susu Team are Now Available

Hit Modus for Killer Coffee and a Special Pastry Pop Up This Weekend

Gather your tote bags... the talented baker once responsible for the baking program at the dearly missed Ubuntu Canteen returns for a pop-up event at Modus Coffee this weekend.

Opening Soon: Casa Molina

The anachronistic red house with black and white trim at 2211 Manitoba Street (previously Mangia Cucina, and, before that, Invitro) is set for a makeover.

Bar Susu Celebrates Thorn & Burrow’s 2022 Vintage Release with a Special Wine List Takeover Event

One Decade of Brewing

Celebrating 10 years, 33 Acres Brewing Co. has become a standout in Vancouver's beer scene. We chat with Founder & Creative Director, Joshua Michnik.

Tacofino Announces the Return of Their Popular Brewery Dinner Series for 2023 and 2024

Join Mæst Food and Coffee Roastery Modus for a Japanese Curry Feast

On Thursday, August 31st food enthusiast Tomoko Tahara is on a mission to showcase just how beautifully wine can harmonize with every plant-based curry-laden spoonful.

The Farmhouse Announces Two-Night ‘Cicchetti and Spritz Patio Party’ This August

Yeehaw! The 2nd Annual ‘Good Stank Stampede’ Returns to Mt. Pleasant on August 12th

We're so down to hoedown at Good Stank Mart's Country & Western inspired event at Red gate in August.

Experience “Mangia Wednesdays” Pasta and Wine Pairings at The Farmhouse

Popular Mount Pleasant Wine Bar, Bar Susu, is (Temporarily) a Pop-Up Once Again

Main St. Brewing Marks Ninth Anniversary with Triple Beer Releases, Tours, & Tastings on July 6th

New Wine Bar “Dear Gus” Slated to Begin Construction in Mount Pleasant

First-time restaurateur, Rachel Lee, is on track to open what will likely prove to be a very exciting small French-inspired restaurant, later this Summer.

Tasty Flavours of Hope Market & Food Fair Goes Down in Mount Pleasant This Friday

Gather a few fellow food-loving pals to hit Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House for the roll out of the 'From Kitchen to Market Newcomer Women Food Business Launch', June 16th.

Round Two of the ‘Fruit Forward’ Queer Wine Social Goes to the Birdhouse, June 11th

This Sunday they're taking the party to Mount Pleasant, for a night of patio vibes, natural wine, good tunes, games and more, outdoors on the parking lot patio of 44 West 4th Avenue (Eastside Studio's newest inclusive queer event space).

Please! Beverage Co.’s New Tasting Room Opens Doors in Mt Pleasant

The bottled cocktail company is slated to open doors at 222 W 5th Avenue (at Alberta Street) some time in early June.

Hit Up Modus ‘After Dark’ This Weekend

This time around, the Mount Pleasant cafe is offering up an à la carte menu that combines Japanese simplicity with Belgian snack culture, created by Modus resident cook/baker, Raphael Pirenne.