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B.C. has seen a delicious explosion of craft beer in recent years, but not every brewery is destined for success. Poor business decisions, hideous branding, changing markets and — most of all — lousy beer can all spell doom for a fledgling brewery.

Vancouver’s Downlow Chicken Shack and Mister Artisan Ice Cream team up for limited summertime mash-up

Siblings Phil and Martina Seo made it to the final four in last year’s Amazing Race Canada and they are returning this season in a different role.

Move over mermaids, and until we meet again unicorns: Starbucks has released its annual summer special frappuccino. This year’s sugary, colourful, seasonal offering is all about those peace and love vibes, baby: the Tie Dye Frappuccino.

In my last column about strawberries, I prompted you to try making a strawberry salsa and gave you some direction on how to go about doing so. Fruit salsas are so fresh and delicious, and a perfect way to compliment the summer grilling season.

PokéBar comes to Vancouver this September and promises to bring the hit game to ‘real life’

Mall music has gotten a lot better since I was a kid. But nothing can substitute live tunes and beats, especially during the summer. The City of Lougheed has launched its Summer Series in the Eateries to liven up lunchtime.

Egg & Co. will be serving up brunch and breakfast dishes “all day everyday,” according to their website

Pizza is a touchy topic. Trying to get a group of people to agree on pizza can be like pouring gasoline on a campfire. People argue over which place is the best in their neighbourhood. Then they argue over what toppings they should get.

July 6 is National Fried Chicken Day