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Listen Up! In Conversation with Ryan Grifone and Thuy Bui, Owners of Soe Cafe & Listening Room
We recently tracked down Grifone and Bui to find out more about the couple importing a slice of long-ingrained Japanese culture into the Okanagan, and why it resonates so well.
From Hotdogs & Working Fruit to “Type 2 Fun”: On Creating “Comic Gold”, with Daniel Robert Hawkins
Our new Q&A with your local source for "Doodles and noodles (nude-els?)"...Add to that: clever wordplay and a good laugh (or at least a proper smirk, if you're more of a tough nut).
How to ‘Do’ Chinatown, Pizza Coming Soon-Style
Chinatown is best explored with a crew who knows it inside and out; and the folks at Pizza Coming Soon are just that. Since opening in October 2020, the team have been tight-knit and deeply connected to the neighbourhood. Now, they are taking us on a tour of their favourite spots...
You Should Know About Vancouver’s First T-shirt Based Art Scene
Christine Hagemoen, Scout's contributing local historian, traces the history of one spectacular and revealing local public art phenomenon: Michael de Courcy's 'T-shirt Open'.
On ‘Self Care’ and Slowing the F*ck Down, with Claire Hacker
The founder and designer of Okay to Rest clothing and accessories recently made the move from Vancouver to Victoria, in a bid to better embrace the lifestyle her brand encompasses. We checked in to find out more about the move, her brand, and life, in general.
How to Have a Proper PoMo ‘Beer-cation’ with Sam Payne
In addition to being the Co-Founder of two Port Moody BC Ale Trail mainstays, Sam Payne is also an all-around good guy and excellent resource for what to do (and drink) whenever you're in PoMo. Take his suggestions and the good times - and full bellies - are basically guaranteed!
You Should Know About Sarah Cassell and ‘Sarah’s Café’
Like any good research rabbit hole, it all started with a single photograph depicting the window sign for Sarah’s Cafe. Local history buff, Christine Hagemoen, set out to learn more. Here is what she found.
Vancouver is Getting Our First-Ever Filipino-Canadian Book Festival, July 12-14th
The Filipino-Canadian Book Festival is a brand new three-day-long literature-centred festival, turning the spotlight on BC and other Canada based writers of Filipino heritage. Don't miss out!
Catching Up (10+ Years Later!) with Rebecca Dolen, of Regional Assembly of Text
It’s been almost two whole decades since Regional Assembly of Text opened doors on Main Street in Vancouver, and more than a decade since Scout’s last interview with its co-owner, roughly a year before their second Victoria shop opened in 2013. Time for a catch-up Q&A!
On Writing Highs and Lows, and ‘How It Works Out’, with Myriam Lacroix
A debriefing with the Vancouver-based author of one of the most impressive (and visceral) new books of the year.
On Simplicity, Adaptability and Animal Interactions, with Annie “Lemonni” Chen
For her upcoming show at Slice of Life Gallery, Wild Tales (June 6-9th) Chen will be showing a series of new paintings inviting viewers to “Delve into a world where creatures and landscape converge in a symphony of colours & emotions.”
On Fermentation, Home Cooking and Bringing the Flavours of Korea to Tofino
In this new interview, owners of Jeju restaurant, Sungeun “Sung” Kim and Yunyoung “Dylan” Kim, share their journey from bustling metropolis to small coastal district; and discuss navigating a new culture, and integrating local ingredients into their traditional Korean dishes.
Get Properly Prepped for the Tequila & Agave Festival with Experts Eli Diamond and Alex Staniloff
Before this weekend's Tequila and Agave Festival at the Italian Cultural Centre, we check in with two tequila experts to find out what we should consider when tasting our way through the festival booths and bottles.
Starting May 1st, Tune Into “Not Your Butter Chicken” – Not Your Typical Food Docuseries!
The four-part docuseries, hosted by local food and wine pro, Shiva Reddy, explores the Indo-Canadian experience through the lens of food and family.
Good News for Victoria: “Emmaline’s” is Coming to Quadra Village
The new Victoria-based concept from Elizabeth Bryan (the powerhouse behind former, sorely missed Mount Pleasant spot, Dock Lunch), with partners Fabio Caboclo and Daniel Peres is expected to be pulling in locals and Vancouverites to the space by early summer by using table service charm in a counter service world.
Picking Grapes with Lisa Cook
The GM at Bufala River District walks us through her very first BC wine crush, the perfect pour for spring, and a wine myth she’s itching to bust.
From Sketching and Stretching, to Boxed Wine and Old Signs with Spencer Pidgeon
It recently came to light that the Vancouver-based graphic designer is the common denominator of several of our favourite BC business' current brand designs...
The Curve on Amaro with Local Bartender, Andrew Kong
Andrew Kong serves up a lesson on Amaro, exploring the history and herbal intricacies of this well-loved Italian digestif.
From Road Trip Wisdom to Laugh-Love-Language, with Bailey Hayward and Mathew Bishop
The couple opened Gary’s on Twelfth in the Fall of 2023. We know very well that it takes something special to be able to be partners in both life and business; so, naturally we wanted to get to the bottom of what makes this duo such a winning combination, and learn more about them.
From Gigante Beans to Grocery Stores: Talking All Things Food with Desiree Nielsen
The Vancouver-based nutritionist and author is launching her fourth book on April 23rd. We had the opportunity to preview the book and it inspired us to link up with the author to find out more about her ideas about food and wellness.
Getting Gritty in the Similkameen with Rajen Toor, of Ursa Major Winery
It's been nearly five years since we last had a proper conversation the winemaker - we thought it was about time we reconnected with some serious questions... to solicit his unapologetically opinionated, introspective, intelligent and unfiltered responses. He didn't disappoint.
Picking Grapes with Dylan Jones from Pizza Coming Soon
Today, we throw our wine-related questions at the Co-founder and Bar Manager of the hip Chinatown spot, whose playful approach to pretty much every aspect of the "Japanese Snack Bar with a confusing name" extends to behind the bar, including its rotating selection of natural wines. Hold on to yer horses, readers - things are about to get a little weird...
The Many Sides of Hector Laguna, Executive Chef at Botanist Restaurant
Among the numerous things that Chef Laguna gets stoked about: soccer, Harry Potter, hiking, his neighbourhood, family, and the successes of his kitchen family, as well as the new bounty of Spring ingredients, rolling into the Botanist restaurant kitchen daily...
Getting to Know Best-Friends-in-Business, Winnie Sun and Hassib Sarwari
Anyone who has ever been to Zarak knows that it is the ever-present and always smiling faces of Winnie and Hassib that make the Mount Pleasant restaurant what it is. In order to glean some insight into their strategies for success and what makes their collaboration work so well, we recently reached out to the pair with a slew questions.
From Collaboration to Climate Change with Winemaker Severine Pinte
Scout catches up with the oenologist, viticulturist, and decorated Executive Winemaker at the Le Vieux Pin and LaStella wineries to ask a few questions about the complexities of the wine industry...
On Misanthropy, Mental Illness and Marpole, with Local Author, Carleigh Baker
Baker's most recent publication, 'Last Woman', is now available from various local independent bookstores around town. Whether you've already consumed it or not, you can add an extra dimension to your reading by checking out our recent Q&A.
Wine Seller, Incense Maker and Tea Drinker, Rasoul Salehi, Does ‘The Dishes’
Rasoul's palate and sense of smell are finely tuned, translating to a next level appreciation of food and wine, making him a great resource to draw on for a list of fantastic places to dine in Vancouver - going above and beyond by answering a few questions that we didn't even ask!
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.
