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Lindsay William-Ross

Lindsay William-Ross

Lindsay is the Editor in Chief of Vancouver Is Awesome. She's also behind its Forking Awesome food & drink content, which includes a weekly newsletter, TikTok, and Instagram. A fifth-generation Vancouverite and life-long foodie, Lindsay is a Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards judge. Previously the Food Editor of Daily Hive, Senior Editor of Vancity Buzz, and Editor-in-Chief of LAist.com, in her past life in Los Angeles she earned a Master's in English, attended cooking school, did improv, and was an English professor. Lindsay's first published piece was in 1980 in The Province: it was her letter to Santa. When she's not working or at a restaurant, she's probably watching "Law & Order: SVU" or listening to Taylor Swift.

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Recent Work by Lindsay

Caffeine to cash: Metro Vancouver man's coffee run turns into $1-million lotto win

Caffeine to cash: Metro Vancouver man's coffee run turns into $1-million lotto win

“I think it will feel more real once I deposit [the cheque] at the bank!”
Two Vancouver hotels rank in new top 10 list of Canadian city stays

Two Vancouver hotels rank in new top 10 list of Canadian city stays

The prestigious annual awards help travellers choose their next adventures.
So long, Shangri-La: Downtown Vancouver luxury hotel rebranding as Park Hyatt

So long, Shangri-La: Downtown Vancouver luxury hotel rebranding as Park Hyatt

It's now the Hyatt Vancouver Downtown Alberni, but it's going to be a posh Park Hyatt
Koolfest brings 75+ iced drinks to Metro Vancouver this summer

Koolfest brings 75+ iced drinks to Metro Vancouver this summer

The Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Fest folks have something "kool" for the summer.
Vancouver's beloved Kitsilano Pool sets opening date for summer 2025

Vancouver's beloved Kitsilano Pool sets opening date for summer 2025

The city's only saltwater pool is ready to make its summertime splash.
Toronto travel guide: When to go, what to see, and how to get around

Toronto travel guide: When to go, what to see, and how to get around

Planning a Toronto trip? Here's what Metro Vancouver travellers should know about visiting Canada's biggest city.
From markets to Michelin stars: How to eat your way through Toronto

From markets to Michelin stars: How to eat your way through Toronto

Tips for eating well in Toronto when you're a Vancouver food fan
'I'm thankful': Metro Vancouver mom thrilled with 'amazing' $500,000 B.C. lotto win

'I'm thankful': Metro Vancouver mom thrilled with 'amazing' $500,000 B.C. lotto win

A Metro Vancouver mom says she isn't sure yet how she'll spend her $500,000 lotto winnings, but she knows it will go towards helping her family.
Watch: What to expect at the first King Taps restaurant in Metro Vancouver

Watch: What to expect at the first King Taps restaurant in Metro Vancouver

Next up for the Cactus Club sibling: a massive outpost in a high-profile North Vancouver spot
Map: Where to find special drinks, treats for the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Festival

Map: Where to find special drinks, treats for the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Festival

Celebrate the spirit of sakura and springtime with this DIY food event.
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