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When we managed to leave the magazine office this year, we found plenty of good times.

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We're a hungry bunch. And we take notes.

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

Here's what makes up the singer-songwriter's pop-culture diet right now.

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

She writes fantasy novels and quirky romances, and still finds the time to squeeze in time with her fave anime show.

Dozens or great gift ideas from our editors' fave local shopping spots.

What artists, restaurateurs, publicists, singers, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, wrestlers and Vancouver creatives want for Christmas this year.

Tell us your true Vancouver-based ghost stories for a chance to win four tickets to Fright Night at Playland.

Our monthly fresh sheet uncovers the city’s newest restaurants.

Vancouver's Fringe Fest runs September 5 to 15—here's how to make the most of those 10 wacky, wonderful days.

What's inspiring the Vancouver-based poet right now?

If you're new to rock climbing, these are the best spots to get in some reps (and find some fun).

Inquiring (party-planning) minds want to know: what's the best way to get people out to your next big bash these days?

Golf curious? Time to take a swing with the help of East Sands Golf Co.'s Haley Hnatiw.

Take a dip, why don't you?

Campers out there know just how competitive getting a campsite in B.C. can be these days—but 'Camp That Site' blogger Shannon Gibbs has some tricks to share.

Weekend bike routes and gravel rides that'll inspire you to get pedalling next weekend.

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In the heart of a city celebrated for its diverse and vibrant culinary scene, LaSalle College Vancouver is setting a new standard for aspiring chefs and pastry artists.

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?

Here’s what singer-songwriter, comedian, drag artist and self-described glamour clown Toddy has on their pop culture radar.

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

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.

A fresh sheet uncovering the city’s newest restaurants.

What are the best outdoor activities to do in the summer in Vancouver?

Who powers our city?

Meet the first-ever inductees to our Power 50 Hall of Fame: familiar faces that have shaped our city for years.

We're cultured! This proves it!

Raising a glass to 2024 with our favourite beverages of 2023.

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A very delicious to-do list.

From budget-friendly gems under $100 to luxe splurges over $100, plus expert picks and special finds from The Cross, we've curated the ultimate gift guide for everyone on your list.

Delight your four-legged friends this holiday season with our selection of top-notch pet gifts, featuring everything from chic feeding bowls to interactive toys, ensuring your pets enjoy the festivities as much as you do.

Discover a world of fun for the little ones with our handpicked selection of kid-friendly gifts, featuring everything from imaginative building sets to cuddly companions, ensuring smiles all around.

Celebrating 20 years of holiday cheer, The Cross Decor and Design offers an array of unique and delightful gifts, from luxurious candles to cozy home accents, in Yaletown's transformed winter wonderland.

Vancouver's trendsetters share their top gift ideas, offering a diverse range of thoughtful and creative options for everyone on your list, from the avid hiker to the cocktail enthusiast.

Splurge on your loved ones with our selection of high-end gifts, from chic linen PJs to designer fragrances and elegant jewelry, all ensuring a touch of luxury this holiday season.

From stylish tumblers to luxurious body washes, discover our handpicked, budget-friendly gifts for every type of person in your life—all under $100.

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Start dreaming of the perfect night’s sleep with these top seven mattress picks and learn what makes each one exceptional

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October is Fire Prevention Month and serves as a great reminder to prepare a home safety checklist

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Let Asti Spumante and Moscato d'Asti transport you on a captivating wine voyage this Thanksgiving.

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Breaking has its costs. But it could be worth it.

The best design shops in the best design neighbourhoods: South Granville, South Main, Gastown and the Armoury District.

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

Your guide to shopping for home decor, furniture, accessories and more in Gastown.

From bougie to hidden gem, Insta-worthy to beach-side, here are all the best patios to get your sip n' sun on this summer.

Beach? Check. Sunset? Check. Drinks? Check. This Jericho beach-adjacent patio has it all —what else could you possible need? (Maybe nachos)

The perfect pre and post-concert hangout for some tasty cocktails and eats to fuel a night of scream-singing.

Did you know there's a quaint little Japanese-inspired Zen garden hidden right in the heart of Yaletown?—But you didn't hear it from us!

Your West End gateway to chic Parisian elegance.

This Insta-worthy rooftop gem on Commercial Drive is your trendy sunshine-soaked tropical escape in the city.

A trendy hideaway, complete with two stellar patios and an abundance of vintage '70s charm.

This bougie Vancouver patio brings fancy to a whole new level (the 4th to be exact.)

This hidden gem is West End's best kept patio secret.

The best patio for a post market hang this summer.

The seasoned somm and wine director for Elisa (the gold winner for "Best Steakhouse" at this year's Restaurant Awards) uncorks his favourite varieties of grape.

Bioluminescent kayaking, mountain golfing, farm tours, dining, camping and more—here's everything you need to plan your next summer adventure.

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

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Don't let Loops' small-town vibe fool you—this is BC's next big thing in food tourism

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Head into New Year's Day prepared for battle. These are editor-approved ways to eat your way through your champagne-induced hangover.

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The editors of Vancouver Magazine share their favourite stories from the past year.

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Cheers to a year of imbibing well. These are the VanMag editors' favourite sips from 2022.

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These are the meals that live in our heads rent-free.

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Consider this your food and drink bucket list for 2023.

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Looking for a good book to cosy up with over the holidays? Here are our editors' favourites.

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Luxurious face masks, cozy sweaters, beautiful quilts and more wishlist items from Vancouver magazine editors.

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Bye bye, boring gift guides. From artsy sisters to outdoorsy friends to grumpy neighbours, this list of gifts actually has you covered.

A guide to eating, drinking, shopping and exploring 6 awesome B.C. winter destinations.

Who makes the best slice in the city? We have some ideas.

Jane Cornborough, sous-chef at L’Abattoir, did stages in New York before collaborating with Robert Belcham at Fuel/Refuel. Mark Taylor has opened a string of wine-friendly restaurants, including his current South Granville spot, Siena. Look for a collab with Biercraft at UBC come summer