To those who live along the Fraser River have cultivated some of the best agricultural land in the province. Plump berries, sparkling wines and tender meats are just some of what will be showcased at the 6th annual Fraser Valley…
The Mexican state of Baja California Sur came north in an afternoon of music, dancing, history and food as part of the Fiesta Mexico Independencia. While Mexico doesn’t celebrate their independence until September 16th, it was still an enjoyable event…
The mystical worlds Hyrule and its neighbours will come to life again as The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses returns to Vancouver for its second season. Originally created to celebrate The Legend of Zelda’s 25th anniversary, the concert…
Ever wanted to visit Mexico but never have the time and money? Now’s your chance with over week of festivities honouring the Latin American country in early September with MexicoFest. This year’s theme focuses on Baja California Sur, the southern…
Move over crop circles, there’s a new craze coming to seemingly vast fields of rice in Japan. Tanbo art (田んぼアート or rice paddy art) was conceived in 1993 when the villagers of Inakadate, Aomori wanted to reinvigorate their community. As…
This August holds a special celebration for one of Vancouver’s most admired and well-visited attractions: the 125th birthday of Stanley Park. A gleaming emerald in the crown of the city, this urban forest offers a great opportunity to experience nature…
The EAT! Vancouver Food + Cooking Festival is just around the corner for their 11th year. Returning to BC Place Stadium, the edible event brings restaurants, bakers, growers, distributors, and artisans from not only the Lower Mainland but around BC,…
Celebrating those brilliant blossoms, Sakura Days Japan Fair brings a Japanese tradition to Vancouver. Hosted in the elegant VanDusen Botanical Gardens, the spring fair offers delicious treats, music, haiku writing, tea ceremonies and goods from across the Pacific. Under the…
Here’s a sampling of some quick data on the city of Vancouver, its history, its buildings, and some of its people. There’s plenty of unique, odd and neat things that makes this west coast city so awesome! Discovery Although Vancouver…
There’s no better way to ring in the Year of the Snake than with a boisterous parade in the heart of Vancouver’s Chinatown. Firecrackers, brilliant outfits and the shrill peals of bronze gongs echoed throughout the historic neighbourhood to drive…