The best things stem from the intersection of two philosophies, the harmony within the dissonance of opposing ideas. It is in this mixing of contrasts that we find true beauty, be it art or food. For the latter, there is Zipang Provisions, a Japanese restaurant that melds East to West, yin to yang. “Our inspiration … Continued
Self progression can come from many things. Swollen hands or hurt feet. Getting out of our comfort zone. Its seeing the simple steps we put in daily that grow over time into something we can be proud of. Keep it simple they say. 33 Acres of Progress, a single hop, single malt American Saison inspired … Continued
Floating on a ferry has become something of a recurring routine—a contrasting commute worthy of waking up early for. En route, I typically find myself scrolling through a real estate app, searching various listings. This feels like watching an awkward sci-fi movie based in the year 2133. Are we dreaming? Ten years ago I was … Continued
Patience needed; Never long enough. Often moving forward requires acknowledgement of all parts: clear eyes, hearing what is. A response, not a reaction. Water moves, although may take a moment to peace or chill out, and then roars up again when it needs to. The change of a season can be unpredictable. Or calm. It … Continued
Gliding through a bladed meadow, a solitary figure advances. Approaching an inland stream, imprinting paws deepen into the basin. A rugged frame lowers its bristly head, with a few fetching sniffs, lapping eagerly from the crystal vein. Refracted across the scrolling water, a similar creature greets the primal liquid. Standing poised, while grinning tenderly, two … Continued
For all its upsides—proximity to the beach and Stanley Park, robust athletic program, and, of course, great education—the University of British Columbia was lacking a place to grab some food and a pint that lived up to Vancouver standards. And so, tucked away in the trees on the far side of campus, near the Museum … Continued
Cradled by earth’s core, a worthy sweat drips from the air, chipping away inside the passage. Pausing to lean against the cool bedrock, clammy palms flatten against the rough stony contours. Coursing blood circulates while fondly glancing back to where the shift began. A familiar whistle sounds signalling work’s timely end and the usual chorus … Continued
The idea of “Canadian” food is not iconic in the way that people think of Italian cuisine, or Mexican. But Edible Canada on Granville Island is out to change that. By focusing on the best produce, seafood, wine, and beer that our country has to share—and stepping outside the stereotypical realm of maple syrup—Edible Canada’s … Continued
