Food and Drink

Health Canada unveiled a radical new food guide Tuesday that eliminates food groups, encourages plant-based foods over meat and dairy products, and is likely to force changes across the country's agricultural industry.

Canada's new food guide does away with food groups and portion sizes, focusing instead on broader guidelines that include eating more plant-based protein and drinking more water.

The Downlow Chicken Shack delivers big on the flavour and the fun--and now with an expanded menu the DL crew are aiming to be the city's "destination for fried chicken."

Port Moody’s Twin Sails Brewing announced last month it was opening an online beer store, allowing anyone in the province to order its beer directly, and have it shipped right to their doorstep.

Canada's interim competition commissioner is urging B.C. to change its liquor policy to allow more competition, spark innovation and lower prices.

A brand new Arby’s franchise is set to open soon in Metro Vancouver, and it will be the only one open in the region. Arby’s is set to open its doors Friday, Jan. 18, a staff member tells our sibling publication the Delta Optimist.

Crab Park Chowdery, the small Gastown restaurant specializing in chowders and grilled sandwiches, has announced they are closing up for good.

Known for their broad selection of baked goods suitable for those who follow gluten-free, vegan, or sugar-free diets, Hastings Street's beloved East Village Bakery has announced they will be closing for good this month.

Sometimes a riveting TV drama calls for a dram of Scotch. With winter indeed coming, in the form of the eighth and final season of HBO's Game of Thrones series, the timing is perfect for the release of eight special Scotch whiskies inspired by the show.

For those passionate about Chinese food in Metro Vancouver, this is a great time of year to shout out your favourites, as voting opens up for the annual Chinese Restaurant Awards Diners' Choice categories.