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From cold-brew coffees to cozy homemade eggnogs, these are our favourite drinks for 2024.

What to drink on the party circuit this season—whether you're boozing it up, getting a jump on Dry January or finding yourself somewhere inbetween.

Save a little, sip a lot. In our new Happy Hour column, writer Nikki Bayley tracks down the best early-bird drink deals in town.

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What the editors of Vancouver magazine are asking Santa for this year.

Legendary whisky-maker The Macallan reopens its cozy pop-up bar in Whistler.

Beautiful boutique hotels that make a visit to our nemesis city worth a trip. 

Grab your ticket now to celebrate the people who power this city.

This season, charity events have received incredible windfalls and shattered fundraising records thanks to donated Taylor Swift tickets on the auction block.

We're gearing up for our Power 50 issue and need your help.

The electric car is the ride-share whip of choice, but what’s driving the trend?

Halloween's tomorrow, but there's still time to show a little Vancouver pride.

Halloween fireworks aren't a thing in other places. Why here?

The convention centre is packed with design and inspiration September 26 to 28. Here are the can't-miss moments.

Is this enough to make us rethink our allegiance to the restaurant's oysters?

Record picnic nets $356,000 for Peace Arch Hospital.

Tombolo Pop-Up Children's Art Gallery lets kids see their work on the big stage—and reminds us all to keep playing.

A Strathcona couple builds a cozy, eclectic home that’s as popular a hangout as the beloved coffee shop they founded.

More than 28 studios and designers are participating in the re-launch of this celebration of West Coast design.

These creepy crawly critters invade our homes—but definitely not our hearts.

It's the little art gallery that could.

'June' will open in the former Biercraft space on Cambie and W 17th Ave. Here's everything we know so far.

Our incessant stream of patio recommendations continues.

This month in charity galas: Bill Reid Gallery and CampOUT! celebrated 15 years, while Face the World raised a record $1.7 million.

The coolest food and drink events happening in Vancouver this July.

Rocky Cree actor and host Joel D. Montgrand explores onscreen representation with today's best and brightest Indigenous actors.

Canada Day long weekend, BC Day long weekend and Labour Day long weekend, the Terry Fox Plaza is going to be bumpin'.

Where the vibrant restaurateur goes for mother-daughter dim sum, off-menu cocktails and giftable loaves of bread.

Behind the buzzy new vegetarian Indian spot on Main Street, you'll find a lush garden (and a decent happy hour menu to go with it).

The best upscale Italian restaurant in Vancouver is shutting its doors after 25 years—but Chef Pino Posteraro isn't done cooking yet.

Here's your checklist for entertaining your friend who summers in Greece and lives in linen and is so elegant that it’s never annoying when she talks about her “fragrance journey.”

With this jam-packed June 27 event, is BCB just showing off?

These spring flings produced record hauls.

All the most delicious things happening in Vancouver this month.

An article about the 2009 Bowen Island disappearance of teenager Jodi Henrickson has sparked renewed interest from a local production company.

Food critic Lee Man sits down with some of the world's best Thai chefs in his new video series.

She started Bao Bei, too, but there's only so much room in one headline. Here's where the acclaimed Vancouver restaurateur loves to grab a bite.

We love a time-honoured Aperol spritz—but sometimes, you want to mix it up.

A checklist for hanging out in Vancouver with your board game designer brother who hasn’t initiated a conversation with you in six years.

A four-part itinerary for winning back your bike-babe's heart.

He infuses his own gin. He wears a suit everywhere but the gym. Here's how to plan the perfect day on the town for your brother who loves the finer things in life.

She loves plants, she loves dinos, she loves you. Here's your checklist for entertaining your grandma next time she's in town.

There's no one-size-fits-all way to enjoy Vancouver. So here are 25 different options for you.

A night out with your too-cool DJ friend who moved away five years ago and this is your last chance to convince her Vancouver is cool too so she’ll move back (oh god, don't blow it).

Here's how to spend a weekend with your culture-vulture Millennial sister who won’t stop talking about Ali Wong’s latest special.

... and reusable cup.

Here's what to do on a day out in Vancouver with your former bandmates, who have grown up into cool adults with awkwardly disparate incomes.

Consider this a checklist for how to entertain your Double Income No Kids couple-friends from culinary school who are eternally in the honeymoon phase the next time they're in town.

A day with your marathon- running, architecture-loving sister who is single and ready to mingle.

The game plan for an afternoon with your cane-wielding grandpa who will be absolutely furious if you pay more than $10 for a sandwich.

Your nephew's coming to town and he's got some hyper-specific interests: skincare, drag and zero-proof cocktails. No problem.

Our city guide tackles another hyper-specific situation: how to entertain your mom who is a former ski racer and a lifelong Parrothead.

Turn a birthday weekend into a Tokyo-inspired adventure.

And they can't have screentime and it's raining, oh no oh no oh no.

Here's how to spend an afternoon with your aunt who stopped in on her way to Aspen, draped in Chanel as always.

He wants to feel cool, but he still sleeps with a stuffed dinosaur. Here's how to give him the perfect weekend.

What to do in Vancouver with your overly caffeinated Prairie bookworm cousin who has never seen the ocean.

How to have the perfect day with you gluten-free BFF who loves vintage clothes and starts every anecdote with “One time, at Coachella...”

Your parents are in town, and they love the steam clock and are disappointed the revolving restaurant is overbooked.

A checklist for entertaining your vegan cousin who’s finishing up her urban planning masters—and is totally broke

Your relatives are in town from India and they took 4,000 photos in Tofino but they're starting to feel a little homesick. Here's how to cheer everybody up.

A checklist for entertaining your whisky-swilling, motorcycle-driving father who listens to Olivia Rodrigo on repeat the next time you're hanging out in Vancouver.

How to have the perfect day with your college drinking buddies who get more nostalgic with every pint.

The most intriguing food and drink events happening in Vancouver this May.

Sign up for the Vanmag newsletter before May 4 and be entered to win a Cactus gift card.

Here's what the chef is watching, reading and doing these days.

Comedy fans: rejoice. LMG is back, baby.

Where the speakeasy king sources Italian street food, chef-approved curry tasting menus and A+ cocktails with a side of good company.

Chambar has been an institution for two decades now... and the team is celebrating with a special nostalgia menu.

April 2024 is full of delicious options—here are some of the best culinary events going on in Vancouver this month.

Orchestral manoeuvres help raise more than $800,000 for the VSO.

The Phil Lind Initiative welcomes one of the U.S.'s brightest voices in the fight against the climate emergency.

Bad Academy’s eclectic workshops help women build life skills—and community.

Where the charismatic wine nerd goes for brunch pizza, "adult mac and cheese" and outrageously good goat curry.

The only thing we know for sure at this point is that it'll be delicious.

Sooooo... what are you guys up to?

Years after the official decree, it's a question that keeps at least one birdbrain up at night.

Gooseneck Hospitality just announced another new River District resto.

Vancouver's most delicious food and drink events—March 2024 edition.

The Vancouver-based painter gives us a tour of her artfully appointed condo.

Very Vancouver Valentines for your consideration.

Tacos, margaritas, nachos and more come to the River District.

Here's where Tam seeks out Japanese spaghetti, Korean BBQ and cheese tea on her off days.

Is it possible this Commercial Drive bar and restaurant is *too* romantic?

Photos from the Vancouver magazine 2024 Power 50 Awards party.

Vancouver magazine's new editor-in-chief, Stacey McLachlan, shares insights on the making of the Power 50 issue.

But at least your name should be spelled correctly on your latte.

Foodies, mark your calendars: these food and wine events are can't-miss.

Here's where Scarfone sources spicy noodles, next-level scallop rolls and chef-approved cuts of meat.

This outrageous, flavour-packed caesar from Botanist packs a punch.

From a beloved udon joint to a Cambie Village pasta spot to a highly anticipated bakery, these are the recently announced restos we're watching closely.

The holidays may be over, but that doesn't mean the over-indulgence needs to stop. Here are the most delicious food events in Vancouver for January 2024.

The stories that have stuck with us this year.

You're obsessed with Restaurant Awards, we get it!

We're cultured! This proves it!

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A very delicious to-do list.

What the editors of Vanmag are hoping to find under the tree this year.

... and what is our civic policy around sharing clothes?

Where will your last meal of 2023 be?

The Vessels and Muses oracle deck features highlights from Zoë Pawlak's 16-year painting career.

Party pics from a duo of heartwarming (big-earning) fundraisers.

Who knows what Cirque du Soleil's Kooza is about? And honestly, who cares? It's a holiday spectacle, whatever the plot.

An iconic, boat-shaped institution is about to sink.

The big ones, at least.

For anyone still calling Vancouver “No Fun City,” consider the following pages our enthusiastic rebuttal. From dance parties to rowdy wrestling shows, here’s how Vancouverites let the good times roll in 2023.

The Birdhouse by Eastside Studios is home to parties with a purpose.

Recommendations for finding fun in Vancouver.

The duo behind Mount Pleasant’s Formation Studio is working to bring Vancouverites together on and off the dance floor.

Vancouver Mural Festival is creating a more colourful city—on multiple levels.

PechaKucha unites Vancouver’s creative community, 400 seconds at a time.

Eight ways to have a good time on a dime.

More than 40 recurring events guaranteed to warm up this allegedly cold city.

The 2023 Michelin Star Vancouver Awards revealed new additions and recommendations—here are all 77(!) restaurants now on the list.

Add this list of moving Black films to your watch list for this year's VIFF.

...and why is the City in such a hurry to change them back?

The author, entrepreneur, pastry chef, and TV and podcast host invites us into her favourite room and shares her most prized possessions.

We're not exactly known for balmy weather... so how do palm trees survive in Vancouver?

The 2023 Vancouver Fringe Festival kicks off in early September—here are the shows we think you should check out.

The event of the summer is back. Put on your dancing shoes and, uh, mural-enjoying eyes.

What will you do with your time once you've seen the most highly anticipated movie of the summer? We recommend planning a Barbie-perfect weekend getaway.

Brood’s progressive pre- and post-partum care delivers a bundle of joy to B.C. families.

All we want is to drink a lukewarm beer with our heads in the clouds—is that so much to ask?!

Bread heads, rejoice: the farmer's market heroes at Tall Shadow are bringing the carb clout to East Vancouver.

It's called 'Pink Apocolypse,' and it's an excellent alternative to watching the sunset.

Here's a breakdown of where to eat, play and stay for a weekend on island time in Victoria.

In its new Commercial Drive location, Chancho continues to serve up some of Vancouver's best tacos.

Alberni Street's Archer serves up a destination dish: an indulgent, share-with-a-friend French toast drenched in cereal milk.

A primer on the purported benefits of (non-psychadelic) mushrooms.

For meat-free magic, head to Mount Pleasant: these are some of the best vegetarian restaurants in Vancouver.

The bottled-cocktail company plans to open its first taproom and retail shop next month.

Everything we're stocking up on for a bright and beautiful spring season.

East Broadway's Nada is closing its physical location April 30, but will continue to offer groceries online.

Shop your way to a relaxed state of mind.

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Thirteen ways to find your chill in a world gone mad—from deep tissue massages to light therapy to, uh, letting someone put their hands in your mouth.

Can I marry you? Please?

A little taste of spring to sip this long weekend.

From flying ants to bully coyotes to our like-clockwork crow convoy, it's your Vancouver Wildlife FAQ.

The best looks from African Fashion Week Vancouver.

Skating! Paella! Rousing intellectual discussion! It's going to be a hell of a week.

Hot tip: If you want to pick the brain of an elite athlete, just take them down a few wrong turns on a Pacific Spirit Park jog.

Cool picks for cold weather.

Sustainability and durability are top priority for Adhere To Studios' Alexandra Dean—but her designs pull off this admirable goal with some serious style.

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We asked Vancouver chefs to share their secret for levelling up off-the-shelf brownie mix.

The Westside is covered with signs warning beetles to stay out... but where did they come from?

From the team behind Bar Susu and Published comes another Main Street heavy-hitter.

The Vancouver-based meal prep service is featuring a limited edition dish from the Michelin Bib Gourmand-winning restaurant.

'Spawn,' a major new piece from prolific Vancouver writer and artist Douglas Coupland, was unveiled this afternoon.

The beloved sandwiches are being joined by brunch items like hot chicken and cornbread waffles.

The secret to turning your restaurant into a foodie destination? Destroy your overhead lighting in some sort of ritual bonfire.

Eugenia Place, the Burrard Bridge, "hobbit houses" and more Vancouver architectural mysteries.

Is someone actually checking? Yes, but it's not who you think.

The team at Published and Bar Susu brings a new counter-service hangout spot to Main Street.

I just think the great outdoors would just be a lot greater if I had an excellent yellow floral jacket, okay?!

If you've passed Bon Ton Bakery, you've surely noticed the chilling vintage dolls in the window. Here's everything you need to know about the creepiest Christmas display in town.

"I want people to fall in love with movement," says co-founder Amanda June Giannakos—the studio offers hundreds of classes for $15 a month.

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Looking for women's suits in Vancouver? We tested out the Indochino suit-shopping experience first-hand.

The new Pacific Centre Apple boutique opens November 18.

An architecture-obsessed film fest might just be the perfect fit for a city of real estate fiends.

They'll also announce the Bib Gourmand, great value winners—and you can tune in live.

It's the newest spot for Pacific Northwest fare: think wagyu ribeye, crab gnocchi and flaming cheesecake.

Mobi, Evolve and Lime now offer e-bike sharing in Vancouver, Whistler and the North Shore respectively.

Acclaimed sushi chef Masayoshi brings the omakase experience to downtown Vancouver with new Lobby Lounge program.

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The history of our sweet fleet.

Vancouver's Stikine Packrafts makes #raftlife irresistible.

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Beloved linen brand Parachute is at the heart of Nordstrom's latest in-store pop-up shop.

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Vin Van's new monthly disco-and-wine night, Stompin' Grapes, checks all of our boxes.

Legend has it that the magic of Botox was discovered here—by accident.

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How to cook spot prawns like a chef.

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Ancora's chef to launch new modern Peruvian restaurant in former Slickity Jim's space this summer.

It's a nightly ritual: spotting the crows flying east. But where are they off to?

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The truth about the West End's tree-topped Eugenia Place.

Where did these beach bunnies come from?

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Find the best mattress in a box in Canada for you with these top-rated picks.

Shop local and fight off winter-skin woes.

The online jewellery retailer is putting down roots in Kits.

The best gifts, giftable experiences and places to eat while you shop Main Street in 2021.

Death to denim!

Outdoor lifestyle brand Goodland makes its grand debut with the cedar hot tub of our dreams.

Stock up on sophisticated alcohol-free options at Sansorium's pop-up market October 23.

If you're heading out on a hike, make sure these 10 items are in your backpack.

An unfussy (and delicious) new Mexican spot from the team behind Nuba, Chancho and Fayuca could tip Granville Island into destination-dining territory.

An investigation into the West Coast's most notable roll... and the general concept of "truth."

This quirky salt sauna and hydrotherapy experience is like the East Van answer to Scandinave.

Floralista founder Alice DeCrom lives among the flowers.

How come the VPD’s parking lot has the best view in the city?

Three interior designers share COVID-era home improvement tips.

Our top picks for your next stroll around the neighbourhood.

For couples wedding planning for the future: a look back at a chic urban celebration of love, for a little inspiration for when we can all be together again.

These houses look like they should be in Lord of the Rings, not Vancouver.

Saus will spice up your gift-giving this year.

Life hack: Going to a specialty market safely scratches the travel itch.

She's addressing skincare needs on-screen and off.

Restaurants open, giving us food and hope.

Every July, they descend on the city. Here's why.

Falken Reynolds helps a family transition from condo living to a 3,500-square-foot dream home—without any growing pains.

You've got until March 30 to put in your entry form for your chance to be named Best Beer in VanMag's second annual Made in Vancouver Awards.

Fresh kicks for our heroes in scrubs.

Nature calls.

Spectacular spectacles.

Interior designer and industrial design pro Ben Leavitt, creative director of PlaidFox Studio, is this year's Home judge.

Gifts with a little bite.

And it's just a SeaBus ride away.

Custom-painted trunks, billiards carrying cases and more over-the-top LV goods you didn't know you wanted.

These ultra-fluffy, eggy pancakes taste like Kyoto.

Oh Sweet Day opens its doors for the cheesecake-loving masses... which apparently now includes our executive editor.

A plant-forward menu puts a modern spin on Vietnamese street food.

New York City might be constantly buzzing with activity, but there are moments of peace and quiet to be found on the fringes.

No blockbusters here, just some B.C. reds. 

Di Beppe celebrates Polenta Fest with—you guessed it—polenta aplenty. 

Pants for all!

Thirty new food and retail options are slated to set up shop at the airport over the next two years, with options from local heroes Hawksworth and Japadog among them.

Kristina Matisic shares her Vancouver favourites in advance of judging our Made in Vancouver Wildcard category.

Are these kicks the ultimate antidote to Vancouver winters?

It's not burnt. It's not cold. But the food you ordered is just... not great. Is there anything you can do?

A designer, a stylist, a consignment store owner and a fashion show founder weigh in about the ups and downs of working in Vancouver.

The Canadian clothing brand launches a new collection designed to combat both winter weather and fashion's eco-unfriendly habits.

Obakki founder and philanthropist Treana Peake finds that homey feeling in her little West Van beach house.

Consider this your pre-game for next weekend's tour.

And you don't have to be shopping for a designer duds to get a taste.

Sorry, ducks!

"They were not designed as affordable waterfront bachelor suites."

Our greatest food fantasy is now a reality.

This surprising contender might just be the best dessert in Vancouver.

Which factors make up your dream Vancouver neighbourhood? Use our interactive neighbourhood ranking tool to find out the best fit for you.

"Think of all you could do with more sand in your life—like finally open that hourglass start-up."

A dream team of chefs is set to offer gourmet counter service in repurposed shipping containers this summer.

This Vancouver couple headed to the suburbs to create their laid-back, camping-themed celebration of love.

"This rectangle with a half-assed roof must have spoken to people."

Each dish (and drink pairing) at this Market by Jean-Georges dinner takes inspiration from the Japanese artist's work.

Sophie Burke shares a few of the Vancouver-sourced design pieces she's currently coveting.

So your little one can rock the Vancouver sidewalks like a runway.

The heritage brand brings a little sparkle (and a lot of whimsy) to Vancouver's unofficial jewellery district.

"Koreans talk about skincare the way Vancouverites talk about real estate."

Our intrepid City Informer answers the age-old question.

As part of the 15th annual EAT! Vancouver Festival, Chefs Nick Nutting and Lucais Syme join forces once again.

The 1,800-square-foot café sets up shop on the Granville strip—here's what to expect.

This Gastown office gives the phrase "work from home" another meaning.

Pens! Pens for everyone!

See how a heritage space became home to a bustling real estate marketing and brokerage firm.

Jackie Kai Ellis passes the reins to long-time employees Betty Hung and Jacky Hung.

Possibly the only time in the history of eating that cabbage stole the show.

Ready to upgrade those specs? We've got a few suggestions.

And it's going to be in Vancouver this July. You should probably plan to take a peek.

Factory Brewing offers at-capacity craft brewers a chance to expand their output.

Is it lazy to pay someone to plan and prep your meals? Or is it a genius time hack?

Pizza, karaoke and cocktails fuel a whirlwind trip in Seattle.

The restaurant's clever name and killer brunch menu draws big crowds off the Granville-Broadway corridor.

Is a $500 hair dryer worth the splurge?

This farm-to-table spot brings relief to a brunch-starved neighbourhood  

This dumpling dish steals the spotlight at a South Granville neighbourhood wine bar.

The beloved Japanese lifestyle brand gets a pop-up shop as part of the upcoming Japan Unlayered exhibit.

No gift wrap required.

Shop local without leaving the house.

The best thing about shopping Main? Making coffee (or beer) stops along the way.

Source little luxuries and statement-piece splurges on this side of town.

Your go-to 'hood for vintage-inspired pieces designed to please the modern Vancouverite.

Hit the Granville strip, then pop over to Yaletown and get your list checked off in an afternoon.

Someone has to make sure we all make it off that bridge alive. But who?

Kitsilano's Slöp is taking 'zero-waste' to new heights

Getting a good run-time tomorrow won’t matter if you don’t look good doing it, right?

Obviously you should get a ticket.

The new open-air mall aims to keep Canadians north of the border.

Trending now: smokey notes in your pint glass