The Museum of Anthropology at UBC recently opened a new exhibition, The Marvellous Real: Art from Mexico, 1926-2011. On until March next year, The Marvellous Real features 55 artworks that capture the idea of the “marvellous real”, a term coined by Cuban writer and ethno-musicologist, Alejo Carpentier (1904 – 1980). The term is used to […]

The Oakridge Style Heist Instagram Contest is currently underway as they get set to give away $5,000 worth of prizes, from their retailers like Crate & Barrel, to 15 lucky grand prize winners. Photo courtesy of Oakridge Shoppers like you are encouraged to visit the Style Heist Instagram Contest activation area in the West Galleria […]

After receiving rave reviews for their season opener Tilt (including glowing remarks from my guest contributor Michelle Kim), Ballet BC’s ready to take on their second show of the season, presenting Fumbling Towards Ecstasy with the Alberta Ballet from November 14th to 16th. Following Alberta Ballet’s triumphant tributes to the music of Canadian legend Joni […]

White Spot’s burgers are legendary and while the original recipe — with that enticing Triple-O sauce — is a favourite of many, the restaurant has recently added a line-up of Burger Guest Stars to their menu. Executive Chef, Chuck Currie and Executive Development Chef Danny Markowicz have developed for this year’s White Spot Burger Guest […]

The Circle Craft Christmas Market is coming up next week at the Vancouver Convention Centre, getting you ready for the winter season from Thursday, November 7th through Monday, November 11th. Photo credit: Circle Craft on Flickr Over 300 artisans from coast to coast will come together for the 40th Annual Circle Craft Christmas Market. With […]

The much-anticipated CRAFT Beer Market is set to open November 7th in the old Salt Building in the heart of The Village on False Creek. This mega pub will have the most taps in Canada with 140 beers on tap — 50 of which are brewed right here in BC. The 13,000-square-foot space has room […]

Walking tours are a fantastic way for visitors to learn about our city and for locals, they help us understand more about our own backyard — while often being highly entertaining. Tour Guys, Vancouver’s largest walking tour company, has re-launched their overwhelmingly popular “Murders, Mystery and Mayhem” tour for a third straight year. Photo credit: […]

The International Artist Day Festival in White Rock is a weekend-long celebration of artists from around the world right here in our own backyard. Festivities will kick off on Friday evening with a gala event, followed by two days of art and performances at the White Rock Community Centre. International Artist Day Festival in White […]

After taking the Edinburgh Festival Fringe by storm, and a wildly successful run off-Broadway, Vancouver actor and rapper Baba Brinkman returns to perform his unabridged production of The Rap Guide to Evolution at The Cultch at the end of this month. Brinkman combines the wit, poetry and charisma of a great rapper with the accuracy […]

Over the years we have become well-acquainted with Doolin’s Irish Pub on the corner of Granville and Nelson as it is the home of the Vancouver Southsiders (and we’re members). Hearty portions, a variety of menu options, local craft beer, and a festive atmosphere can always be found at this downtown pub. This month, they’ll […]