Culture
On Insurrectionist Trucking Convoys, Necrocapitalism and Big Trouble with Tiny Homes
In his latest read of the local news headlines, Sean Orr finds shady business in barge souvenirs, stinginess with bandaid housing solutions, and more trouble with the VPD (no surprise).
‘Frieze Los Angeles’ Art Fair Takes Place February 17-20
We’re headed to the City of Angels to soak in all things art at Frieze Los Angeles, taking place February 17-20.
Taylor Walker’s Multilevel Mezcal Guide to Sipping with Respect
This edition of The Curve is all about mezcal, as written by Alimentaria Mexicana and Chancho's resident mezcal expert.
FROM THE COLLECTION // A Controversial Souvenir and Important Piece of Filipino History
Alyssa Sy de Jesus, Program Assistant at the Museum of Vancouver, shares an historical object from the Philippines that brings up conflicting emotions...
A Handful of Questions With Maxine Tamoto of Kid Sister Skin Care
We recently caught up with the local brand's founder to ask a few questions about her move into the world of skin care and the challenges of launching a small business solo.
TRACK & FOOD // Food Journalist Mark Schatzker on How to End Cravings and Eat Well
In this candid interview with the author of The End of Craving: Recovering the Lost Wisdom of Eating Well, we run through Mark's new book in detail. I no doubt believe you'll come away with a better sense of what food should mean to you and why you should also get on his bandwagon.
How to Familiarize Yourself with Mount Pleasant’s Rich and Little Known History, On Foot
Christine Hagemoen shares a sampling of the many stories haunting this Vancouver neighbourhood, included in her newly published walking guide.
On Pearl Clutching, Gaslighting, and Housing Supply vs. Housing Affordability
In his latest read of the local news headlines, Sean Orr ponders Vancouver’s population decrease, the question of crime rates, the difference between housing 'supply' and housing affordability (and much more).
Sign Up Now for One of Slice of Life’s ‘Skateboard Making 101’ Workshops
Hook yourself up with a sweet new one-of-a-kind skateboard for the spring - and some new skills - by registering for one of three available dates, February to April.
Check Out Alex Morrison’s New Exhibition, Opening at the CAG This Friday
Mushrooms, furniture, and patterns proliferate in Nooks and Corners, on display Jan. 28th to May 1st, 2022.
WHAT’S ON NOW // Six Art Exhibitions and Public Installations to See Right Now
Kristin Lim shares her selection of not-to-miss exhibitions and local art installations currently on view in and around Vancouver.
A Deep Dive Into the Complex Worlds of Hana Amani
A candid and introspective long-form interview with the vibrant and outspoken local artist...
Three to See, January 2022
Cinephile Ken Tsui provides a synopsis of his picks for the best three films to see in Vancouver theatres this month.
On The Difference Between ‘Vandalism’ and Correction and The Stockpiling Of Rapid Antigen Tests
In his latest read of the local news headlines, Sean Orr finds that Barge Chilling Park already had a name and Kirk Lapointe and Gordon Campbell are 'alpha males'.
Six Questions with Local Artist, Allison Eng
Meet the Vancouver-based graphic designer and illustrator whose incredible drive and talent recently caught our attention...
FROM THE COLLECTION // The WWII Era Produced Guide to a Potentially Victorious Future
Viviane Gosselin, Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the Museum of Vancouver, selects a historic publication that is still relevant several eras later...
On Being a Barfly, Playing with Clay and Going to “Bummer Jail”, with Alex Joukov
The Vancouver-based tattoo artist and illustrator has been on our radar since discovering her label art for Marrow Vermouth in 2020 - a one-on-one conversation was long overdue...
FROM THE COLLECTION // The Cinematic Relic Serving as an Important Personal Reminder
Dustin Clark, Visitor Experience Lead and Digital Content Specialist at the Museum of Vancouver, highlights a piece of early American-made filmic technology...
How a Climate Change Event Created a Local 'Cause Célèbre'
"Is Barge Chilling Beach a good first date or nah?"
From Forbidden Fires to Making Magick: Seven Questions with “The Wax Witch”, Portia Pascuzzo
A brief interview with the founder of The Wax Witch Candle Co. - a new line of locally made soy candles infused with bewitching fragrances, as well as other magick-al properties...
Vancouver Would Be Cooler If It Had a Massive Floating Housing Project at the Port
Imagine a colourful, mixed-used, housing complex like Amsterdam's Silodam floating at the foot of Victoria Drive.
On the VPD’s Mandate to ‘Serve and Infect’ and Bidding Farewell to the English Bay Barge (and the City’s Soul)
In his latest read of the local news headlines, Sean Orr finds a glimmer of hope in self care and more unpleasantness in Mount Pleasant.
Three To See, December 2021
Cinephile Ken Tsui provides a synopsis of his picks for the best three films to see in Vancouver theatres this month.
Vancouver’s Best Bookstores, Mapped
Once again, we've compiled our list of local bookstores - and a few low key non-bookstore 'bookstores' - that we suggest for filling out your personal library with fiction, non and everything in-between....
Check Out SAD Mag’s Nostalgic New Photo Exhibit, Popping Up in Gastown This Weekend Only
With the help of 10 diverse, local artists working with photography, the publication has revived a quaint and nostalgic analog medium to present 'The Disposable Camera Project: FOUND'.
How Mandarin Oranges Once Marked the Beginning of Vancouver’s Holiday Season
An in-depth look at how the role of these little 'easy-to-peel' Chinese oranges has evolved since their introduction to Vancouver circa the late 19th century.
CRAFT BEER ATLAS // New West Meets Vancouver Island, With Delicious Results, at This Victoria Brewery
A collaboration between Steel & Oak Brewing and The Drake, Herald Street Brew Works officially opened its doors in the Old Town, mid-December of 2020.
Scout List Vol. 584
An agenda of the cool things we are doing, wishing we could do, or conspiring to do in Vancouver from December 1 to 8, 2021.
