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July, 2012

Fighting Fire With Fire

Lee Man explores some of the city's spiciest culinary imports, and recommends some foodie fire to beat the summer heat

By published Jul 31, 2012

Women's Fashion Best Buys 2012

It's all about bright colours, in-your-face-prints and earthy kitsch this season, and Shopgirl has found the best of the bunch

By published Jul 30, 2012

Vancouver Celebrities: July/August 2012

The stars aligned in Vancouver this spring where singers, entrepreneurs, and heiresses mingled with friends old and new

By published Jul 24, 2012

Benton Brothers Do Lunch

Kerrisdale's go-to specialty cheese shop has added the delightful option of a little (dare we say) meat and bread

By published Jul 23, 2012

The World In Transit

Travel writer Taras Grescoe reflects on transit systems aroud the world, finding that how cities move strongly influences where they’re heading

By published Jul 23, 2012

Building a Virtual Vancouver

Vancouver is going to change the world, creating virtual marketplaces and cloud democracy. But first we have to build the infrastructure

By published Jul 19, 2012

Patio Table Makeover

It's the perfect time of year to host a sun-drenched patio dinner, but is your outdoor table up to the task?

By published Jul 18, 2012

Embracing BC Oysters

If you’re going to live on the West Coast, really live on it. Which means embracing oysters, because this summer’s briny marvels are having a moment

By published Jul 17, 2012

Beyond the Polls With Andrew Reid

The son of Angus Reid is taking consumer research to the next level, and making a killing in the process. We learn the tricks of his trade

By published Jul 16, 2012

Fiona Apple: Back and Wiser Than Ever

The headstrong singer returns with a fourth album long in both title and gestation

By published Jul 15, 2012

Men's Fashion Best Buys 2012

Dear men, update your warm-weather wear with these hot buys from local retailers

By published Jul 12, 2012

Find the Best Beach with Local Swim Guide App

A new app from local NGO Fraser Riverkeeper is helping to increase safety - and stewardship - at our favourite swimming spots

By published Jul 10, 2012

Remembering Chef Anthony Sedlak

Beloved local chef and Food Network star dies at age 29

By published Jul 9, 2012

Designing Vancouver's Future

Matthew Soules was designing a leisure palace until the recession bankrupted his dreams. At 36, Vancouver’s most progressive architect finds himself returned to the drawing board

By published Jul 6, 2012

10 Hot Kids' Toys for Summer

Our Summer Best Buys shopping issue hit newsstands this week. Here's a look at our featured kids' toys plus a few online exclusives!

By published Jul 5, 2012

Best Summer Beers & Beer Cocktails

Sometimes you just want a cold one, and in summer that means a lager. But if you're feeling fancy, don't change the brew. Change the mix.

By published Jul 4, 2012

Shop with a Chef: Tableau's Chef MAC

Tableau's Executive Chef Marc-André Choquette gives his tips and tricks for cooking with basil

By published Jul 3, 2012

Editor's Note: Summer 2012 and Farewell

Vancouver Magazine editor Gary Stephen Ross gives a heartfelt farewell and shares what he has learned atop the masthead.

By published Jul 3, 2012

Leading the Pack on Animal Rights Law

Lawyer Rebeka Breder is committetd to defending creatures that cannot defend themselves. We find out what drives her and where the world of animal rights law is headed

By published Jul 2, 2012