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Picking Grapes with Michael Hiram and Scott Mitchell
We asked the guys who run the wine program at Kitsilano's Annalena to map out his affections for British Columbian wine.
Celebrating the Delights of Weirdness With Kiira Saari, Founder of ‘Guts Club’
As she prepped her spring collection, we chatted with the one-woman brand who promotes body positivity, "one weird outfit at a time."
Camilo Romero Does ‘The Dishes’
We asked the bartender at Mt. Pleasant's Como Taperia to take us on a tour to some of his favourite spots across Vancouver.
Picking Up Historical Threads and Weaving Community with Amanda Wood
You can get a first-hand look at the creations of this artist, educator and humanitarian at this year's Crafted Vancouver festival.
Picking Grapes With Stephen Whiteside of Dachi
We put our Picking Grapes questions to Stephen Whiteside, sommelier and co-owner of East Vancouver's Dachi.
Tripping Further Afield With Keenan Thrussell
Today for our Further Afield Trip series, we talk to Keenan Thrussell, winemaker and vineyard manager at Sage Hills Winery.
Finding Creative Catharsis with Local Artist Nicole Jang of ‘See You Soon Studio’
See You Soon Studio will be making its big debut at the upcoming Got Craft? market (May 4th and 5th at the Maritime Labour Centre).
On Minding the Bar and Finding Your Spirits Animal with Kristi-Leigh Akister
In this short Q&A, the local bartender and industry activist gets us up to speed on her wild, whirlwind year.
Windfall’s Nathaly Nairn on Crafting the BC Cider Renaissance, One Pairing at a Time
Her "unapologetically urban cidery" is one of over 30 participating in the now sold out 3rd annual BC Cider Festival.
These Are the Records That Define the Musical Tastes of One of Vancouver’s Top Chefs
The Mackenzie Room's kitchen maestro is concise yet poetic when describing the vastly different records that impacted his life.
Gettin’ Groovy and Going Natural with Tyler Thrussell of Neon Eon Wine
Get hip to the groovy new Summerland brand that's naturally got the local wine community, including Gastown's Juice Bar, feeling all tingly.
The Parkside Brewery’s Sam Payne Takes Us on a Musical Joyride
We head to Port Moody's Brewer's Row to pick Sam Payne's brain about the records that have shaped his taste in music.
On Growing Up Skateboarding and Taking Badass Portraits With Alana Paterson
We chat with the photographer as she prepares for her upcoming exhibition at the Polygon Gallery, which runs April 13th to May 12th.
Doing ‘The Dishes’ With Joe Chaput & Allison Spurrell of Les Amis du Fromage
We tag along with Joe and Allison for a whirlwind crawl of their favourite food and drink spots across Vancouver.
On Thinking Small and Going Wild with an Ethical Hunter, Forager and Cook
In this short interview we discuss land-to-table eating with Jody Peck, the remarkable woman behind Wild Northern Way.
On Foraging for Beers and Keeping Cool with the Family Behind Mayne Island Brewing Co.
Big things are brewing with this family-run nano operation, including a collaboration dinner with Acorn Restaurant on April 10th.
On Prairie Values & Following Your Gut With the Craftswoman Behind Old Fashioned Standards
Cassandra Bailey recently put in some overtime to have an in-depth conversation with us about herself and her brand.
The Making of an Indispensable GM, From Aussie Rules to Running Vancouver’s Top Restaurants
In this edition of The New Breed, we chat with the busy GM of Bao Bei and Kissa Tanto about how he came to live among us.
Danielle Tatarin Does ‘The Dishes’
Dani might be spending a lot more time in Baja than YVR these days, but she can still point us in the direction of deliciousness...
Shoel Davidson Does ‘The Dishes’
We asked the co-owner of good times spots Gringo and Dixie's BBQ to take us on a tour to some of his favourite local spots.
On Death Blows, Nachos and Coffee Collabos with Cody Allmin of Twin Sails Brewing
We met up with the brewery boss to get a sneak peek at what Twin Sails has brewing (and buzzing) for this year's Hopwired Fest.
Serenading Newborns and Scoring Horror with the Duo Behind HUMANS
Robbie Slade and Peter Ricq speak in advance of their February 15th gig at Celebrities, in support of their latest LP, "Going Late".
Chef Edie Steensma Does ‘The Dishes’
We pry the cook from the kitchen at the new location of Autostrada and tag along for a delicious day of good food and drink.
Chef Jonathan Chovancek Does ‘The Dishes’
We asked the chef from Tableau Bar Bistro and Homer Street Cafe to take us on a tour of his favourite local eating and drinking spots.
On Building a Better Creative Community With the Duo Behind THRIVE
Dig this wide-ranging, long form interview with local artists and community activists Jamie Smith and Tara Galuska.
Chef Warren Chow Does ‘The Dishes’
We asked the chef from Chinatown's Juniper to take us on a tour of his favourite spots to dine and drink around Vancouver.
Talking Dreams, Lessons and Weird Ingredients With Botanist Barman Max Curzon-Price
Our 'New Breed' hospitality interview series continues with a young and dedicated bartender imported from the United Kingdom.
Meet the Thrifty Duo Behind Chinatown’s New ‘Kool Thing Vintage’
Readers beware! This long read Q & A with a pair of vintage vets contains content that will inspire some mega thrift shopping!
