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‘To Live For’ Bakery and Cafe Now Open on Nanaimo Street

Take a look inside Erin Ireland's new bakery and cafe at 1508 Nanaimo St. space ahead of their official opening, planned for this weekend.

Picking Grapes with Rob Scope

The Magnet gets a lot of (well-deserved) praise for their awesome beer selection. However, their wine list - although more concise - definitely holds its own...in large part owing to Scope.

Where To Eat In Montréal This Winter: Three Vancouverites Give You Their Picks

Being strategic is important, so we covered some serious ground, and combined our dining intel to help you justify a trip, even when the city is covered in snow.

We Can’t Wait to Count the Days with a Sons of Vancouver ‘2022 Whisky Advent Calendar’

This much-anticipated seasonal release from the North Van distillery is making December look better already...

Take a Peek Behind Novella Coffee Bar’s Papered-Up Windows, Ahead of Opening Day

The team behind critically-acclaimed Published On Main and Bar Susu are closing in on opening day for their third concept, at 2650 Main Street.

Beer Brief, Vol. 68

A bulleted briefing of beer news and imminent events, mapped for your crawling pleasure by Thalia Stopa.

Food and Clay are Coming Together at Two Special Dinners, Nov. 22nd and 24th

There is not one, but two dinner events coming up at the end of the month - the first at The Arbor, followed by another at Ubuntu Canteen - where after cleaning your plate of its deliciousness, you get to take it home with you...

Six Vancouver Chefs to Duke it Out for a Chance at Canada-Wide Recognition, Nov. 24

Tickets for the final Vancouver stop on this year's Canada's Great Kitchen Party nationwide tour are still available.

A Look Inside La Taqueria’s Newest Location, Finally Open in Burnaby

La Taqueria's sixth brick-and-mortar location, inside The Amazing Brentwood Mall (1210-4567 Lougheed Highway), kicks off its soft opening today, with their official opening slated for a week from now (Monday, November 14th).

Talking Thai Food, Kitchen Wounds and MSG, with Tarn Tayanuth

We sat down with the owner of Dumpling Drop armed with a list of rapid-fire questions aimed at finding out more about her - in and out of the kitchen - and the business' fun new nighttime concept...

Where to Fill Up with Victoria’s Best Food & Drink Right Now

Planning a trip to Victoria this fall? We've compiled a short list of essential eating and drinking around the city to sate your appetite during the cooler months ahead...

Grab Tickets for a ‘This Sandwich, That Beer’ Meatball Throwdown, Nov. 12th

There's an especially tasty Movember event happening at The American (926 Main St.) next Saturday. No facial hair is required to participate, but a mighty hunger and thirst is...

On ‘Fine Dining’, Friendship and Giving a F*ck, with Justin Tisdall and Bryan Satterford

We sit down for lunch at Long's Noodle House with long-time friends and co-owners of Chinatown's Juke Fried Chicken and The Chickadee Room

Twelve BC Ciders to Cozy Up With This Fall and Winter

Our updated list of comforting and unique quaffs, and the best seasonal foods to pair them with, as recommended by members of the local cider community.

Get Comfy at ‘Carb Night’, Popping up at Coho Commissary on Nov. 4th

The cool and rainy Fall days are finally here...Time to fill up on onigiri, wuntun, steam buns and other cozy dishes by The Dumpling King, Matthew Murtagh-Wu, and Konrad Noga.

We Found the Perfect ‘Odd’ Bottle to Replenish Our Liquor Cabinet With This Season

The first release in Odd Society Spirits' new Community Collaboration Series marries several of our favourite things: whisky, craft, collaboration and...mushrooms.

Stars, Bibs and More: the First-Ever Michelin Guide to Vancouver, Mapped

Behold Michelin's first-ever tally of Vancouver restaurants to receive a coveted star...

Head to Chinatown for the Say Hey ‘House of Haunted Hotdogs’ Halloween Party

For one night only, this Friday, October 28th, the café & deli is re-opening late and getting scary-delicious...

James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith on All Things Michelin and Their Fave Vancouver Dishes

In this latest instalment, the “triple J’s” discuss Michelin coming to Vancouver and make their picks as to who will gain a star; then weigh in on their favourite Vancouver restaurant dishes.

Take A Look Inside Wild Thing Main Street

After a few months of remodelling, cleaning, and menu planning, Mount Pleasant's newest restaurant is ready to roll at 2420 Main Street.

Enjoy All the Cooking Action, at the 13th Annual ‘From Farms to Forks’ Tasting Event

On Sunday, November 6th, guests are once again invited to feast your eyes on BC's finest chefs in action, and meet the local growers and producers providing them with their ingredients for inspiration.

Brighten Up Wednesday with Some Dachi-Style Snack Bar Energy

Today is the day! Although Chef Ben Berwick is known to occasionally slip izakaya-style plates onto Dachi’s ever-changing menu, this will be one of the rare occasions that a full snack bar menu will be on offer.

Celebrate Latin American Heritage Month on Granville Island, Until Nov. 2

Party your way from Colombia to Brazil with festivities and events celebrating Latin American dance, music, cuisine and culture.

Picking Grapes with Brittany Hoorne

If you've paid a visit to Bar Susu for a glass of wine, chances are good that Brittany Hoorne had her say about the good stuff being poured in your glass.

St. Lawrence’s JC Poirier on Québec, Culture, Values, and His Upcoming Cookbook

The restaurateur recently spoke at length about his career, his cooking philosophy, how Where the River Narrows (dropping November 8th, 2022) came about and what he hopes readers will take away from it.

Dachi Dinner Parties Return for Three Saturdays, This November

This year's third annual Dachi Dinners edition features three very unique, very different (but equally beloved by Dachi's Chef Ben Berwick) cuisines: Nikkei, Alsatian, and Japanese.

Bar Gobo’s New Weekly “Joyride” Pop-Up Event Kicks Off November 6th

Beginning next month, Strathcona's "wine bar at the end of the world", Bar Gobo, has a bunch of good reasons for you to block Sundays off of your calendar for the foreseeable future.

Beer Brief, Vol. 67

A bulleted briefing of beer news and imminent events, mapped for your crawling pleasure by Thalia Stopa.