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Lunar New Year predictions for the Year of the Pig

Lunar New Year predictions for the Year of the Pig

The Lunar New Year is just around the corner and in celebration, a local fortune teller has this year’s fortunes for the 12 animal signs. Looking to celebrate the new year in Richmond? Here's a list of local events.
Book Review: Wildwood by Elinor Florence

Book Review: Wildwood by Elinor Florence

Wildwood , by Elinor Florence is the story of Molly Bannister, a single mother struggling to make ends meet and to provide for her young daughter, Bridget, who needs special care.
Craft beer trend predictions for 2019

Craft beer trend predictions for 2019

I know I’m a little late with this, but some things are worth waiting for (unfortunately, this isn’t one of them). 2018 was a big year for craft beer in B.C., but let’s stop living in the past.
Column: The modus operandi of cooking vegetable soup

Column: The modus operandi of cooking vegetable soup

After Shelley Civkin’s deliciously informative column the other week about frugality and bone broth , I believe the season is right for another soup column.
Column: Bringing English gardens to Canada

Column: Bringing English gardens to Canada

Sometimes I think there is something wrong with me. I dream about gardening at night, I daydream about gardening throughout my day. I seem to want to convert the world around me to be caretakers of the earth. Then I think about my grandmother.
You can Eat the Dishes at this Vancouver food stand

You can Eat the Dishes at this Vancouver food stand

This new food-venture specializes in plant-based soups and hot chocolate, served in edible bowls
Column: Best beers for Chinese New Year

Column: Best beers for Chinese New Year

Wine columnist Eric Hanson has a list of beers that pair well with Chinese food.
Book Review: The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey

Book Review: The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey

Jack and Mabel are struggling with their relationship and their inability to have children. Seeking a new start, they travel north to become homesteaders on the Alaskan frontier. 1920’s Alaska can be a brutal place.
OLDER AND WISER: Alzheimer Awareness Month aims to change attitudes

OLDER AND WISER: Alzheimer Awareness Month aims to change attitudes

January was Alzheimer Awareness Month in British Columbia, with the aim of the campaign being to eliminate the stigma around the disease by changing attitudes.
Richmond’s Ikea serving up dim sum for Chinese New Year

Richmond’s Ikea serving up dim sum for Chinese New Year

Step aside Swedish meatballs and $1 hotdogs, Richmond’s Ikea is temporarily introducing new cuisine in celebration of Chinese New Year. From Feb. 1 to 5 – or while stock lasts – Ikea restaurant diners can try a dim sum combo or, on Feb.