Events
Wind Down at ‘Den: A Place for Breathing and Rest’, This Friday Only
Local multidisciplinary artist Lorri Clark's new immersive sound experience at the Lobe this Friday, December 1st seems like it could be the perfect balm for a rough week
Ten Crafty Events to Hit This Holiday Season
For those, like us, who prefer to minimize the madness and lean toward a more convivial, laid-back and community-minded shopping experience, we've compiled a list of the holiday markets, fairs and pop-ups on our radar, happening around Vancouver during the festive weeks ahead...
Portugal Comes to Commercial Drive Tonight!
Whether you’re chasing that Portuguese flavour again, or you've never had the chance to visit Lisbon due to any number of reasons, the Lisboa, Lisboa Vinho Bar Pop-Up is delivering a quick-hit of the killer tastes and wines of Portugal to Vancouver for one-night-only (Monday, November 27th).
Mark Your Calendar: Head to It’s Okay Bar for Wings, Wines and Good Times, Nov. 22
Experience five different Georgian wines hitting five different flavour profiles, plus as many different chicken wing flavours, and two live DJs - not bad for a Wednesday night!
Get Hands-On at Got Craft’s Super Intimate ‘Beginner Hand Lettering Workshop’, Nov. 18th
While we're always stoked to skip the mall to check out and chat up the line-up of talented local makers, this year we're even more excited about the opportunity to tap into our own creative wells, by signing up for this super special workshop, led by local sign painting legend, John Lenning.
Snag a Stool at the Bar for La Taqueria Brentwood’s 1st Anniversary, Nov. 14th
The Pinche Taco Shop's newest location is celebrating their one-year milestone (to the day!) with an evening of good food and drinks served up at their 30-seat bar - and with a little help from a couple of their closest industry friends...
Prepare Your Stomachs for ‘The Movember Meatball Throwdown’, Nov. 18
For one afternoon only, six Vancouver chefs put their best meatball sandwiches forward, paired with as many local craft breweries, to earn honours and support a great cause.
Sensory Cinema is Back
This month, Sensory Cinema is teaming up with the pastry chef and owner of Cadeaux Bakery, for an evening of food inspired by Wes Anderson’s 2014 film, The Grand Budapest Hotel.
Head to Dachi for a Sneak Preview of ‘Bar Soda Lite’, Nov. 7th
As they gear up to establish a permanent location for their new project, Tadia Rae and Chef Billy Nguyen will be teasing their new concept for one-night-only on Tuesday, November 7th.
Treat Yourself to Noah’s Cafe Snack Party 3.0 on Nov. 13th
The West End neighbourhood spot for Japanese tapas and cocktails can help you start the week off right with the third edition of their 'Snack Party' series, featuring Kiko Nakata, Martin Moral, and Cliff Chi.
Spooky Things to Get Up To, From Now Until November 3rd
We've compiled a list of apropos things to do, ranging from genuinely frightening to fun-scary and family-friendly activities, plus several terror-ifically delicious options to satisfy the spectrum of scare levels.
Two Award-Winning Chefs, One Japanese Whisky, Some Jazz and a Night at Kissa Tanto
On Sunday, November 5th, Chef Marc-Olivier Frappier, of the recently crowned “Best Restaurant in Canada,” Mon Lapin, collaborates with Chef Joël Watanabe of Kissa Tanto for a 7-course supper at the Vancouver restaurant.
CANCELLED: For Good Food and Good Connections, Join the ‘Joy Of Feeding’ Event on Nov. 2nd
Not only is this event an opportunity to expand your palate in a positive and beautiful communal environment (reason enough to attend!), proceeds from the event go to a noble cause...
For a Rural Autumn Feast, Get Your Tickets to the Driftwood Spirits ‘Sunday Dinner on the Farm’, Nov. 12th
The second chapter of the 'Land & Sea' dinner and cocktail series takes place at Ensemble Farm in Richmond, with Chef Mark Singson and Mixologist Kevin O’Neill.
Talented Chefs Partner Up with Culinary Students for the Return of “Yes Shef”, Nov. 6th
This isn't just about food, folks - it's great food, award-winning talent, the finest of BC’s wine and beer, live music, and a throng of cool-as-heck women. How refreshing!
Catch It While You Can! The Splash Preview Exhibition Features 96 Artists!
The annual Splash Preview Exhibition at The Pendulum Gallery in downtown Vancouver is like a cross-section of Canada’s art scene.
Local Artist David Wilson’s Comeback Solo Exhibition Opens at VisualSpace This Thursday!
From October 12th through the 28th, you can lay your peepers on Wilson's new exhibition, The Ground Beneath My Feet.
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.
W Projects Announces Second Exhibition, DREAM MACHINE, Opening Sept. 30th
As the month of September comes to a close, Russna Kaur's new solo show, DREAM MACHINE (try walking on a path of splinters with no shoes), is opening at the Gastown gallery, in the Del Mar Inn's ground level space at 555 Hamilton Street.
14 Films to See at the 42nd Vancouver International Film Festival, Sept. 28-Oct.8
As usual, we set ourself the (enormous!) challenge of selecting our shortlist of films from the 140+ included in this year's program to feature in our (by no means complete) "must watch" list.
Lager Fest Returns to Luppolo Brewing Company This Weekend!
The Lager Fest will feature a line-up of lagers, including both new and tried-and-true brews from Luppolo themselves, as well as a couple of special collabs and some friendly guest taps.
Join Burdock & Co’s 10-Year Anniversary Celebration, Sept. 23rd
We love celebrating the restaurants and chefs who share a mutual respect for our local farmers and producers, the ingredients they grow and the products (like wine) that they lovingly create. Chef/Owner Andrea Carlson and her crew at Burdock & Co, have been doing this - and doing it well - for ten years.
A New Season of Arts Programming is Setting Off at Gallery 881, Beginning Sept. 16th
This month there are plenty of ways to fill up your noggin and calendar with interesting and diverse cultural fixes, beginning with a visual and sonic "bang!"
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.
Feast Your Senses on ‘The Pot-Au-Feu’, Screening at the 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival
Tickets for VIFF's 42nd edition (Sept. 28-Oct. 8) go on sale today (September 7th) at Noon, sharp! One film screening that’s non-negotiable on our schedule: Tran Anh Hùng's award-winning new film, The Pot-au-Feu.
The Countdown to the 5th Annual Cider Harvest Festival Begins Now!
On September 24th, the volume of love for apples - and its boozy labour-of-love, cider - will be unmatched when over 15 BC craft cideries gather at Merridale Cidery & Distillery.
Secure Your Spot for Chef Robin Kort’s Book Launch, This September at Massy Arts Gallery
We're anticipating an intimate evening of scintillating, insightful conversation between the duo, who will be riffing off of each other about how to connect with local flora and fauna.
Don’t Snooze on the ‘Party of 5’ Skewers & Wine Event, Sept. 9th in Chinatown
Tickets for the shindig drop today (August 28th) at 9am! Fun food and wine, good tunes, rad people and community vibes? Count us in!
