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Downlow Chicken Shack wants to be Vancouver's 'destination for fried chicken'

Downlow Chicken Shack wants to be Vancouver's 'destination for fried chicken'

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."
This Metro Vancouver brewery’s online store delivers beer anywhere in B.C.

This Metro Vancouver brewery’s online store delivers beer anywhere in B.C.

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.
Competition commissioner urges B.C. to change liquor policy, lowering prices

Competition commissioner urges B.C. to change liquor policy, lowering prices

Canada's interim competition commissioner is urging B.C. to change its liquor policy to allow more competition, spark innovation and lower prices.
Metro Vancouver's only Arby's location aims to open this week

Metro Vancouver's only Arby's location aims to open this week

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 to close down in wake of 'rat in soup' scandal

Crab Park Chowdery to close down in wake of 'rat in soup' scandal

Crab Park Chowdery, the small Gastown restaurant specializing in chowders and grilled sandwiches, has announced they are closing up for good.
Beloved Vancouver bakeshop East Village Bakery closing after six years

Beloved Vancouver bakeshop East Village Bakery closing after six years

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.
This limited edition Game of Thrones whisky set will only be in 5 BC Liquor Stores

This limited edition Game of Thrones whisky set will only be in 5 BC Liquor Stores

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.
Help choose the best Chinese restaurants in Metro Vancouver

Help choose the best Chinese restaurants in Metro Vancouver

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.
Cellar dwellers: The do's and don’ts of cellaring beer

Cellar dwellers: The do's and don’ts of cellaring beer

Like wine, some beers can be cellar-aged to improve their flavour. But if you screw it up, you’re going to have exploding bottles and a wet, sticky mess to clean up. So don’t screw it up. Here’s how.
Tiny coffeeshops help owners save on rent in high-cost cities like Vancouver

Tiny coffeeshops help owners save on rent in high-cost cities like Vancouver

The 17-square-metere Iktsuarpok Coffee Stand, which opened late last month in Gastown, has no seating and sparse furnishings.
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