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Book Review: Hysteria by Elisabeth de Mariaffi

Book Review: Hysteria by Elisabeth de Mariaffi

The dictionary definition of “hysteria” — exaggerated or uncontrollable emotion or excitement — describes well the experiences of Heike Lerner, the main character in Elisabeth de Mariaffi’s novel with this title.
Where to get free pancakes for a good cause in Richmond this Tuesday

Where to get free pancakes for a good cause in Richmond this Tuesday

Attention all pancake lovers, this Tuesday, Richmond’s IHOP will serve diners a free short stack of pancakes, all to raise funds for a good cause.
Vancouver cheftestants vie for glory in Top Chef Canada’s seventh season

Vancouver cheftestants vie for glory in Top Chef Canada’s seventh season

Knives have been sharpened, white jackets have been embroidered and fires are lit: Top Chef Canada returns for a seventh season, and the new class of “cheftestants” has been revealed.
Vancouver Wine Fest celebrates local excellence

Vancouver Wine Fest celebrates local excellence

The 41st Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival ended last Sundaym but it was much more than wine seminars, brunches, lunches, dinners, and endless wine tastings.
Whistler Blackcomb lift passes on sale

Whistler Blackcomb lift passes on sale

Vail Resorts introduces new 'Epic Day Pass'
You can savour the best of B.C. whisky during a guided tasting this week

You can savour the best of B.C. whisky during a guided tasting this week

Whisky & Words takes place this Friday, March 8 on International Women’s Day, and the event will feature some of the finest spirits from across the globe.
Developers propose above-ground walkway, lookout tower at Bamberton on Malahat

Developers propose above-ground walkway, lookout tower at Bamberton on Malahat

Wood tower looking out to Finlayson Arm could open in 2020, developer says
Eric Akis: Thai-style chicken soup with rice and ginger packs a punch

Eric Akis: Thai-style chicken soup with rice and ginger packs a punch

If you have a cold or think you’re getting one, or you just want something soothing that will lift your spirits and fill you up, make chicken soup. I’m not talking about chicken noodle soup.
‘Come on down’: The Price is Right is heading to Richmond

‘Come on down’: The Price is Right is heading to Richmond

It’s time to start studying the exact prices of peanut butter, pasta sauce, shampoo and paper towel – the Price is Right Live stage show is heading to Richmond this spring.
Starbucks debuts Sesame Tea Latte in Canada

Starbucks debuts Sesame Tea Latte in Canada

Even if coffee isn’t your thing, Starbucks hates to leave anyone thirsty, which is why the multinational chain has been focused on expanding their beverage lineup in recent years.