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On 17 Years of Teaching (and Feeding) Proper Thai Cuisine, with Pailin Chongchitnant
It's been a full decade since the Vancouver-based Thai chef/educator released her first cookbook, "Hot Thai Kitchen". So when Scout had the opportunity to interview Pailin to coincide with the publication of the cookbook's anniversary edition, we didn't hesitate to take it.
On the Alchemy and Ease of Breadcrumbs, with Camilla Wynne and Michelle Marek
Read our interview with the authors of new cookbook, "All That Crumbs Allow" (Good Egg), which gives the humble, underrated breadcrumb its dues.
How One Chilliwack Farm Helps to Shape the Menu at Botanist
Every year, Chef Hector Laguna takes his whole team out to the Local Harvest farm in Chilliwack so that they can see the labour behind the produce for themselves, and pay that respect and knowledge forward to local and visiting diners alike. Last summer, I tagged along...
On Book Cover Magic, List-Making and Mayonnaise, with Jacquelyn Zong-Li Ross
In an attempt to demystify her work, and in anticipation of her participation in this year’s Vancouver Writers Fest, we recently pinned down Zong-Li Ross to chat about her process, aesthetic choices, and most reviled condiment – among other things.
A Seriously Fun Conversation about Queer Food, with Dr. Alex Ketchum and Megan Joanna Elias
We went deep into the concept of queer food in a recent conversation with the co-editors of 'Queers at the Table: An Illustrated Guide to Queer Food with Recipes' (October 7th, 2025, Arsenal Pulp Press). Revolutionize food now!
‘Three Cheers’ to Kaitlyn Stewart on Her New Cocktail Book
From Shake N' Bake to 'shaken or stirred', we had a helluva lot of fun catching up with the local bartender, educator, and author, talking all things food-, book-, and cocktail-related.
From Bringing the Spice to Fiddling with Pomegranates: Chatting All Things Food with Cartoonist Lee Lai
The Montreal-based illustrator and storyteller's newly published sophomore graphic novel, "Cannon", revolves around the titular character, a restaurant cook, and includes no shortage of BOH-style tension.
On Happy Toasters, Hamburger Phones and Appliance-Appreciation, with Morgan Noll
If you haven't already paid a visit to Slice of Life Gallery to check out 'General Electric: Digital Portraits of Soft Electronics', Noll's first art exhibition - and you too dig "the design sensibilities of the 60s + 70s and want to stare lovingly into the shiny plastic of kitchen appliances" - then consider the pressure ON.
From Real Life Party Woes to Film Adaptations, with Local Author Ziyad Saadi
After an early reading of 'Three Parties', Saaid's debut novel (released today, August 26th), we reached out to the Palestinian-Canadian author to field some burning, difficult, and food-related (duh) questions.
The Regional Assembly of Text is Turning 20-Years-Old This Month!
The Regional Assembly of Text is marking the two-decade milestone of their flagship location (3934 Main Street) this month, with an afternoon full of celebratory fun on Sunday, August 24th. Time to get nostalgic!
From Nostalgic Dishes to Throwback Playlists and Astrophysics, with Author Ingrid Hu Dahl
'Sun Shining on Morning Snow: A Memoir of Identity, Loss, and Living Boldly' is the gnarly, bracing, and empowering new memoir by Hu Dahl, who will be landing in Vancouver for a special book launch event at Upstart & Crow, in conversation with Donna Seto, on August 16th.
When Life Gives You Charcoal: Peter Ho on the Progression of 炭火焼きアラシ Sumibiyaki Arashi
Since opening in March of this year, a spot at Sumibiyaki Arashi's 14-seat counter has consistently been Vancouver’s most difficult reservation to snag - for some very good reasons, which we break down for you here.
From Nighttime Anxiety to Food Whispering, with Pepperoni Pizza Dreams Podcast Host, “Julie G.”
We reached out to the woman behind the one-of-a-kind sleep podcast in order to find out more about her and her special sleep-inducing abilities, armed with only her voice and a selection of restaurant menus to read from. Warning: this interview contains super-sleepy (and appetite-inducing) content!
On Wanting and Fearing, Staring at the Wall and Smashing the System, with Eddy Boudel Tan
In anticipation of the release of Boudel Tan’s third novel, on April 29th, we posed a list of questions to him – about his book, of course, but also about (surprise, surprise) food, which plays a not-insignificant role both in book and its author’s personal life.
Olivia and TJ, of ‘Vive Le Veg’, on Seeding and Growing Their Relationship On and Off the Farm
Vive le Veg is the kind of farm that proves you don’t need generations of dirt under your nails to grow damn good food. Run by TJ and Olivia—two former city kids turned full-time growers—it’s a human-powered, chef-fuelled operation out of Ladner, supplying some of the best kitchens in Vancouver with produce that chef get excited about.
From the “Buy Local” Comeback to the Ultimate Foodie Island Roadtrip, with Don Genova
Whether you already know the local writer and broadcast or not, now is the time to get (re)acquainted, since a newly revised and updated version of his 2014 guide book, titled 'Pacific Palate: Food Artisans of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands', is dropping on April 8th!
Meet the Duo Behind One of Vancouver’s Most Cutting Edge Veg-Centric Restaurant, Folke
When chefs and co-owners, Colin Uyeda and Pricilla Deo, opened doors to their Kitsilano restaurant in 2022, their ethos immediately clicked with us. Which is why we wanted to know more about the special chemistry between the duo that produced such a positive addition to the Vancouver dining scene.
From Food as a “Catalyst for Connection” to the Magic of Cats, with Franz Seachel
The brand new "multidisciplinary arts space focused on wellness through the arts", located in the Railtown neighbourhood, is part retail shop, part venue, and aiming to be wholly accessible. From what we know so far, we love what this community hub is all about. Find out even more in our new interview its founder.
On West Coast Anxieties, “Mennonite Chickens”, and the Power of Comedy, with Georgia Toews
Full of characteristic wry wit and dark humour, the Toronto-via-Winnipeg author's new sophomore novel, "Nobody Asked For This", drops today (March 25th, 2025). Ahead of the release, we pinned down Georgia for a chat about writing, Winnipeg, and comedy, among other things…
On Taking Up More Space, Nourishing Yourself, and “Shaking the House”, with Roza Nozari
We recently connected with the Toronto-based polymath about participating in an interview for Scout – in part about her new memoir, but also not skimming over her obvious love and connection with food.
Talking Temperance, Malting Mysteries, and a More Collaborative Future, with Noëlle Phillips
An avid beer writer (and drinker, of course), Phillips is the BC-based author of "Brewmasters and Brewery Creek: A History of Craft Beer in Vancouver" (Touchwood Editions). Whet your appetite for Vancouver craft beer and history by reading our recent interview with Phillips...Cheers!
What’s Food Got To Do With It?: From Consumerism and Crime, to Olivier Salad and Wonton & Pork Gut Soup with Ivana Filipovich
In a recent chat with the cartoonist and illustrator of "What's Fear Got To Do With It?", we discuss why the Richmond Night Market makes for good "noir", Balkan food-related traditions, and what's whetting her appetite around town these days.
On Ranking BC’s Best Bars and ‘Dry January’, with James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith
Part two of last year's end-of-year episode with the Track & Food regulars (and good friends), where we discuss the province's best boozy establishments and expound our thoughts on the New Year tradition of alcohol abstinence.
Talking 10,000-Year-Old Clay, Campfire Tacos, and Anti-Capitalist Wildfires, with Liz Toohey-Wiese
Currently on sabbatical from her teaching job, when we recently caught up with the artist and educator, she had just wrapped up a solo painting exhibition, and was preparing for a two-month-long stint at The FEELed LAB in Vernon...Fortunately, she had a bit of spare time to share what she’s been up to in the studio and around BC, before hitting the road.
Room for Dessert, Vol. 4: Cadeaux Bakery’s London Fog Cake
Ksenia Dempster is a baker and proud “dessert person”. A believer that desserts should make people happy, she is spotlighting the final courses that are worth unbuttoning your pants for, and the talented local chefs behind them.
From Sunday Roasts to The Sinister: Talking All Things Food and Writing with Jen Sookfong Lee
In addition to being a whip-smart, humorous and impassioned writer, that Sookfong Lee is also a genuine food-and-drink-lover is a detail that further endeared us to the Vancouverite, and cinched our decision to feature her as a subject in Scout's ongoing interview series.
On Political Animals, Prank Calls, and Catholic Guilt, with Richard Kelly Kemick
A new interview with the witty Vancouver-based polymath whose resume so far includes journalist, playwright, poet, podcaster, published non-fiction writer and, most recently, author of the brilliant short story collection 'Hello, Horse', published by Biblioasis earlier this year.
Ranking B.C.’s Top 15 Restaurants, with James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith
With the year-end comes a fun-filled year-end list! Who better to join Track & Food podcast host Jamie Mah in ranking B.C.’s top 15 restaurants than good friends, local industry vets, and frequent collaborative cohorts, James Iranzad (Gooseneck Hospitality) and James Langford-Smith (Pamplemousse Jus).
