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GREAT SPACESA spotlight on one designer room in the home, and how to get the look.

STUFF WE LOVETop selects for one style of furniture every issue.

48 HOURS IN A day-by-day blueprint for discovering the iconic, the offbeat and the intriguing in the best places in the West.

MY NEIGHBOURHOODThe West’s best-travelled personalities tell us how to navigate their favourite destinations like an insider.

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JANUARY/FEBRUARY | PIED-À-TERRES Sunny homes that will have you dreaming of a winter retreat.• Travel Queensland, Australia’s Whitehaven Beach has been

called the world most perfect stretch of sand.• Food The step-by-step guide to packing a healthy lunch.• Stuff We Love Lighting

MARCH | GORGEOUS KITCHENS Get inspired! 20 of our favourites in one issue. PLUS our favourite counters, faucets, fixtures and more!• Travel Hawaii’s Lana’i island.• Food Why we love—and you will too!—cooking in cast iron.• Stuff We Love Appliances

APRIL | GET RENOVATING! Stunning transformations of gorgeous homes.• Food Kitchen Hacks: Our favourite tricks and tips for making

like a chef in the kitchen.• Stuff We Love Flooring & Carpets

MAY | BEAUTIFUL BATHROOMS Gorgeous retreats for a spa-like oasis. Architect Frits de Vries creates an island getaway. • Food Ice Cream! Our favourite sweet & savoury recipes.• Travel Where to go in the West in 2017—from Alberta to

Astoria.• Stuff We Love Hot new paint colours

JUNE | THE OKANAGAN Our annual spotlight on the West’s favourite summer playground. PLUS Calgary designer Reena Sotropa creates a pattern- and colour-rich home.• Travel Explore the Okanagan.• Food It’s farm dinner night at Covert Farms in Oliver, B.C.• Stuff We Love Outdoor furnishings & accessories

JULY/AUGUST | FOODIES OF THE YEAR & GREAT NEW BUILDS Gorgeous new designs that celebrate our love of both indoors and out.• Food Foodies of the Year: celebrating the brightest food minds

in the West.• Stuff We Love Wallcoverings

SEPTEMBER | DESIGNERS OF THE YEAR Our 10th annual celebration of the best designers in the West. • Food At home with Purity Farms garlic farmstead.• Stuff We Love Sofas

OCTOBER | THE FURNITURE ISSUE The best in sofas, lighting, accessories and more for 2018.• Food Noodles, Noodles Noodles: from carbonara to pho to

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NOVEMBER | HOLIDAY HOMES Gorgeous spaces all decked out for the holidays. • Travel Sun Destinations• Food Around the world in five festive dishes.• Stuff We Love Holiday decor

DECEMBER | TRENDS 2018 What’s in? what’s out? What our homes will look like in 2018. PLUS Winter cabins: gorgeous new designs from mountain country.• Food Brunch! Our favourite morning recipes for holiday

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CITYAT ISSUE | A timely take on the pressing concerns of our city, from city hall to the Downtown Eastside.

CULTURE PICKS | Michael White curates the best new music, books and theatre to check out this month.

CITY INFORMER | You ask, we answer: a deep dive into those I’ve-always-wondered queries about Vancouver.

SNAPSHOT | Award-winning photographers capture the events that bring Vancouverites together…along with stories from the crowd.

MODERN FAMILY | One big, busy, beautiful group portrait—and intruiging quotes—from a self-made community.

FUTURE OF THE CITY | For our 50th anniversary year, we’re looking into the future with this special Q&A series with top experts and futurists.

SHOW-AND-TELL | A visually driven examination of a building, space or location that has everyone talking.

TASTETHE DISH | One plate in the city you’ve just got to try.

REVIEWS | The inside scoop on new rooms and the hottest chefs.

TASTE TEST | A panel of experts determining the very best of the city’s culinary offerings, from kombucha to ice cream.

SIPS | Spotlighting our favourite wine, beer and spirits to try this month.

MOVEABLE FEAST | Mapping out the foodie options in every particularly delicious neighbourhood.

PLAYTHE DESTINATION | Local day trips and weekend excursions for the best getaways in the West.

ON TREND | Profiling the trends that are shaping the city’s style scene, from Korean tailoring to high-tech workout wear.

HOT TAKE | Style junkie Amanda Ross shares her fashion picks and fave accessories.

PERSONAL SPACE | An intimate look inside the homes of Vancouver’s most fascinating people.

THROWBACK | For our 50th anniversary year, we’re looking back and sharing a favourite image from our archives.

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Our first annual Best Dressed List shines the spotlight on five of the city’s most stylish people.

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The Chameleon There’s hardly enough room on Diane Gagné’s business card for the litany of fashion titles to her name: model, photographic stylist, fashion-show producer and runway coach, among others. This Montreal-born longtime Vancouverite also honed her local chops with designers like Ron Leal and Zonda Nellis (in roles from fit model to merchandiser), created a mentorship workshop for models and now works as a stylist at Holt Renfrew. “I really love fashion’s transformative power—when someone tries on a dress and their face just lights up and their energy changes, that’s the power to empower!”

How would you describe your style? I’m a pretty eclectic dresser—I like being a stylist in my own closet and will rarely wear the same pieces the same way twice.

Earliest fashion memory? I remember loving to watch my mom get ready for her evenings out and parties. She had fantastic style, and I was mesmerized by the ritual of her taking the time to do her hair and makeup and putting her outfit together.

Most days you’ll be spotted wearing… I’ve had short hair forever and I like to decorate that space between my ears and shoulders—I’m a big fan of statement earrings.

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Style Notes Satin bomber: Comme des Garçons spring ’84 team jacket; shirt: Akris Punto; pants: Akris Punto; shoes: Prada; jewellery: “Mine.”

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The Two blocks of Yew Street between Cornwall and West 1st avenues should, theoretically, be among the most foolproof in Kitsilano—if not the city—for dining and drinking establishments. Nestled amid hundreds of houses and rental apartments, and a stone’s throw from the beach, its eateries stand to profit handsomely year-round from local residents and, in the summer months, thousands of fair-weather sunbathers. Yet the charming little enclave has proven surprisingly volatile: otherwise successful restaurateurs have faltered here, especially of late. But every failure begets a new opportunity, and so Yew is again in a state of significant transition. What will still be standing in another year’s time is anyone’s guess.

TRY, TRY AGAINGooseneck Hospitality principals James Iranzad and Josh Pape have reaped critical accolades and customer loyalty in Kerrisdale and Gastown with, respectively, Bufala and Wildebeest. But following mixed reviews and too many underpopulated nights, their seafood venture, Supermarine, shuttered in July after little more than a year. Acknowledging that the concept, not the location, was to blame—after all, Abigail’s Party (another Iranzad brainchild) had flourished there for more than a decade—the duo recently transformed the space into 1 Lucky Taco (1685 Yew St., 604‑739‑4677, luckytaco.ca). Now throbbing daily

to a classic-rock soundtrack, the kitchen frantically turns out a tight card of seven tacos and an equal number of “snackos,” while the bar respects the concept with a variety of margaritas and other tequila-based cocktails. Two doors north, where Thai Star burned out after an ignoble kick at the can, Pidgin alumni Amanda Cheng and Makoto Ono hope their outsized talents will have room to manoeuvre inside the cramped quarters of what is now 2 Mak N Ming (1629 Yew St.). It had yet to open as we were going to press, but the duo’s aim is to combine

Japanese and French influences while remaining casual enough to become both a destination and a local go-to. Likewise, 3 Blue Martini Jazz Cafe

(1516 Yew St., 604‑428‑2691, bluemartinijazzcafe.com) hopes to persevere where Hapa Izakaya couldn’t, albeit with a very different concept. A sibling of downtown’s long-running Francesco’s Ristorante Italia, its sprawling menu—pastas, small plates, Cajun-inspired mains, and 10 (count ’em!) varieties of stuffed baked potatoes—complements live music and a date-night ambiance. Those with kids in tow and/

or a tighter budget can cross the street to the perennially bustling 4 Nook (1525 Yew St., 604‑734‑3381, nookrestaurant .ca), where pastas and pizzas (none over $20) fly out by the dozen to grateful families. Evidently, its owners could not have chosen a better location. Speaking of which…

BULL’S EYEAmong those whose adherence to the “Location! Location! Location!” mantra has served them well here, we tip our communal hat to 5 Kibune Sushi (1508 Yew St.,

604‑731‑4482, kibune.com), open since 1982, and 6 Viva Fine Foods and Bakery (1555 Yew St., 604‑738‑8482, vivafinefoods.com), open since 2002—the latter’s claim to offering the “best banana bread in the city” is hard to refute. But especially impressive is 7 Local Public Eatery (2210 Cornwall Ave., 604‑734‑3589, localpubliceatery.com), a surrogate for those who consider Cactus Club too highfalutin. Out of this original location has sprung a nationwide chainlet of eight (plus a ninth in Seattle). The menu pushes every crowd-

pleasing button (burgers, wings, nachos, so much beer), and when its garage-door storefront opens onto a view of the beach, there are few rooms in the city that seem more in their element. Just up the hill, the proprietors of 8 Chewies Steam and Oyster Bar (2201 W 1st Ave., 604‑558‑4448, chewies.ca) and new arrival 9 The Kitchen Table (1618

Yew St., 604‑738‑6966, thekitchentablekits.com)—which took over from the Kings Head Inn after its 30-year run—are no doubt praying for similar success. As always, the masses will decide.

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BEST IN SHOW

Kootenay Alpine Cheese CompanyAlpindon

This sharp, cave-aged cheese has a nutty profile and a complex finish that leaves a “slight zing on your tongue,” said Heather. It’s firm enough to be enjoyed on its own, but perhaps more impressive to our judges was the distance it travelled to our Vancouver office. 3071 16th St., Creston, kootenayalpinecheese.com

Golden Ears CheesecraftersBrie

The earthy flavour profile and runny interior of this surface-ripened cheese convinced two of our judges that it was more Camembert than brie, but while the same two liked its gooey consistency, our third judge was reaching for the support of a cracker. 22270 128th Ave., Maple Ridge, cheesecrafters.ca

Moonstruck Organic Cheese Inc.White Grace

This was the top choice for Bettili, who compared the taste of this English peasant cheese to France’s buttery Tomme varieties. Though our other judges also enjoyed this mild, lightly aged cheese, they couldn’t get past the “weird” crumbly texture. 1306 Beddis Rd., Salt Spring Island, moonstruckcheese.com

The Farm House Natural CheesesHeidi

This Gruyère-style cheese, made only from milk produced in the summer, has a smooth finish and rich golden hue that, according to Viani, pairs well with sweet jellies, candied nuts and a glass of red wine. 5634 McCallum Rd., Agassiz, farmhousecheeses.com

Salt Spring Island Cheese CompanyRuckles

The only goat cheese submitted for tasting did not disappoint. It is creamy, tangy, spread-it-on-a-cracker good. Or, as one judge succinctly put it: “Garlic-and chive-flavoured chèvre—what’s not to like?” 285 Reynolds Rd., Salt Spring Island, saltspringcheese.com

THE BIG CHEESEThe average Canadian eats more than 23 pounds of cheese every year. It’s that good. And B.C.’s artisan cheese makers are determined to move us away from our orange-cheddar ways, as evidenced by the incredible offerings from these eight local competitors.

by Kaitlyn Gendemann photo and styling by Ariana Gillrie

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Meet the JudgesSean Heather is the pioneer behind Gastown’s the Irish Heather and Shebeen. He loves cheese so much that he built a genre-changing restaurant—Salt Tasting Room—using it as a pillar.

Maxime Bettili is the co-owner of Au Comptoir. He hails from France’s Loire Valley, a goat-cheese hot spot where residents take their fromage very seriously, and eats cheese at least three times a week.

Rhonda Viani is a Vancouver native and the pastry chef at West restaurant. Like a true connoisseur, she believes cheese need only be paired with a glass of wine.

Little Qualicum CheeseworksIsland Brie

Our judges were surprised to hear this “rubbery” brie came from the much-adored Vancouver Island cheese shop, but despite its less-than-ideal texture, one taste tester was quick to point out that it's a creamy, uncomplicated staple for any cheese board. 403 Lowrys Rd., Parksville, cheeseworks.ca

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Poplar Grove Cheese Harvest Moon

“The texture is perfect, the rind is nice, everything about it is good,” noted one judge. Further described as having a delightfully balanced “farm-fresh” and “vegetal” flavour profile, this washed-rind cheese produced on the Naramata Bench was the clear favourite among our judges (and among VanMag staffers lucky enough to sneak a taste). 1060 Poplar Grove Rd., Penticton, poplargrovecheese.ca

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Natural Pastures Cheese CompanyNaturally Smoked Boerenkaas

This semi-soft cheese wasn’t able to snag the number-one spot, but the creamy consistency and subtle smoky flavour impressed all of our judges. “This would be great on a burger,” one exclaimed before timidly questioning whether the comment might be considered insulting. (Editor’s note: it’s not.) 635 McPhee Ave., Courtenay, naturalpastures.com

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Neapolitan and California-style pizza; and it accommodates a dietary preference, serving pizza topped with nut-based cheeses and coconut-based ice cream for dessert.

But what some might consider a limitation, Virtuous Pie has turned into an opportunity for experimentation (the obligatory Margherita aside). The Ultraviolet, with walnut and arugula pesto, cashew mozzarella, oven-dried tomatoes, purple kale, caramelized onions and pine nuts, is as good as

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Pizza without the cheese might sound akin to an Oreo without the creamy filling, but that didn’t stop foodies from lining up outside vegan pizzeria Virtuous Pie on a Friday night in September, shortly after the restaurant launched. Perhaps that shouldn’t be surprising. In many ways, Virtuous Pie couldn’t be more Vancouver-in-2016: it’s by the corner of Main and Keefer, where buzzy restaurants like Juke and Juniper have opened in the last year; it serves a hybrid of

HOW DO ETHICS TASTE? The righteously named Virtuous Pie opens in Chinatown.

by Trevor Melanson photographs by Andrew Querner

Hoitong8191 Westminster Hwy. Richmond, 604-276-9229

This tiny hidden restaurant is devoted to the ideals of old-moneyed Hong Kong private-club dining, where restraint and simplicity are paramount and classic techniques build vigorous and fresh flavours. When chef Yiu Tong Leung (who is well into his 70s) retires, this particular school of Cantonese cooking will retire with him.

Sweet and sour pork is a litmus test of cooking skill, and with a brightly balanced sauce and crisp pork shoulder to provide snap, Hoitong’s version is superlative. Salt-baked locally raised Asian-breed chicken has a depth of flavour absent from modern industrial poultry. The kitchen excels at delicate egg dishes: fried milk studded with fresh crab and pine nuts is softly set with egg whites, and the bitter melon omelette frittata is considered a must-order. But beware—bitter melon is bitter. The walls are lined with pictures of the restaurant’s signature dishes, convenient for point-and-eat ordering.

Reservations are a must and choosing a later seating ensures a more leisurely experience. Among serious Chinese-food devotees, dining at Hoitong is considered a rite of passage. So do yourself a favour, and go. Now. —Lee Man

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Hours Sun-Thurs 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri/Sat 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Prices A bargain. Pizzas start at $10 and max out at $12. Salads are $10 and the kombucha—of course there’s kombucha—is $4. Keep on keepin' it real, VP!

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it sounds—although not any better, as no one flavour really stands out. The Stranger Wings, however, lives up to its name. With crisp buffalo cauliflower, fried shallots, a blue “cheese” drizzle and scallions, the pizza bianca is not only addictive but pleasantly spicier than you’d expect—just the sort of surprise one hopes for in a vegan pizzeria.

The price point is similarly satisfying, at a reasonable $12 per pizza ($10 for the Margherita). Indeed, the experience is on the

casual side of premium-casual (the $8-per-glass wine comes from a tap). Seating is at long tables with benches, meaning you’ll be shoulder to shoulder with a stranger or two. With brick exposures on one side and a busy open kitchen on the other, Virtuous Pie feels a bit like a cafeteria—albeit a beautifully designed one. And at $30 for dinner for two (sans drinks), it’s an infinitely better takeout option than Domino’s, real cheese be damned.

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The Ultraviolet The Stranger Wings

The pizzas max out at $12 and the kombucha—of course there’s kombucha—is $4.

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JANUARY/FEBRUARY | THE WINE ISSUE • Experts’ favourite bottles From the best merlot for date night, to the

ultimate splurge pinot gris, to our fave cheap-and-cheerful patio rosé.• The tech world takes on fashion How the fashion scene is transforming

thanks to a new generation of wearables• A day in the life: Tow truck drivers Behind-the-scenes with the people

Vancouverites love to hate.

MARCH | THE WELLNESS ISSUE • How to life forever Exploring the weird and wonderful—and sometimes

actually effective!—ways Vancouverites are chasing eternal youth.• Transcendental meditation Inner peace or another flakey pastime?• Boat life, debunked How much does it cost to live at sea, anyway?

APRIL | THE REAL ESTATE ISSUE• Where to live now We dissect the data and real estate trends to give you the

inside scoop on up-and-coming neighbourhoods and game-changing projects.

• The best neighbourhoods Spotlighting hot spots for affordability, families, renting and more.

• How the red-hot real estate market looks from Beijing Though the city’s in a frenzy over foreign ownership, what do we really know about the other perspective?

MAY | THE RESTAURANT AWARDS ISSUE • Announcing our 2017 winners! The results of the 28th annual Vancouver

Magazine Restaurant Awards present more winning rooms, standout servers and unforgettable dishes than ever before.

• Brand new categories For 2017, Vegetarian, Brunch and Bakeries round out the list of where to eat and drink right now.

• How to open a restaurant We follow one hopeful new restaurateur as they gear up for opening day.

JUNE | THE DRINKING ISSUE • The best bars in the city We raise a glass to the best bars in the city and

explore Vancouver’s ever-evolving beer and cocktail scenes• Best Cocktails Spotlighting cool new cocktails, must-try happy hours…and

share our favourite hangover cures, too.• Can our provincial liquor system be fixed? And how did it get so broken

in the first place?

JULY/AUGUST | THE ANNIVERSARY ISSUE • 50 years of VanMag A look back at our half-a-

decade history: gorgeous now-and-then photo essays, landmark stories and fave covers of the last 50 years.

• The future of the city Futurists imagine the Vancouver of tomorrow, and sketch out their vision.

• Exploring Vancouver with a 1997 Lonely Planet A firsthand look at how the city has changed.

SEPTEMBER | THE FASHION ISSUE • Made-in-Vancouver looks Spotlighting pieces from designers in our own

backyard• Our 2nd annual best-dressed list Vancouverites with iconic looks we

love—yoga pants allowed. • What we wore then Taking a look back at fashion shoots from yesteryear

(call it a throwback).

OCTOBER | THE FOOD ISSUE • The definitive guide to Chinese food in Vancouver An insider’s guide to

the best dim sum, fusion, hidden gems and old-school faves.• Your dinner-crawl master plans For Chinatown, Richmond and

everywhere in between. • In the kitchen with the city’s hardest working chefs From an 80-year-old

still rocking his chef ’s knife to the city’s only female dim-sum master.

NOVEMBER | THE REASONS TO LOVE VANCOUVER ISSUE • Our favourite things about this city We’re cataloguing Vancouver’s charms

and quirks to write the ultimate love note to our fair city.• Shop-the-neighbourhood gift guide Spotlighting local designers, unique

boutiques and one-of-a-kind splurges. • Best winter getaways Our guide to getting out of town for the holidays.

DECEMBER | THE POWER 50 • Our 17th annual Power 50 list The most powerful and influential people in

Vancouver, ranked: the politicians, developers, activists, artists and tech gurus who shape the city.

• Hone your holiday style VanMag’s guide to the season’s most festive cocktail party looks.

• The city’s best cookies Our Taste Test judges track down Vancouver’s most delicious treats.

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