French cafés are the shit. From their old-world interior aesthetics to the quality of the coffee served, the entire experience of getting your caffeine kick is far superior to the North American mega-chain standard. Here, coffee is taken seriously and regarded as a great pleasure; something that’s enjoyed, and never rushed. It’s about socializing, talking [...]

Although domestic beers can be tasty and enjoyable, imports are where it’s really at. Like knowledge of fine wine, understanding good from bad beer says a lot about who you are as a person. For those that rarely venture beyond liquor store staples Kokanee and Canadian, here’s a list of affordable must try brewski’s that [...]

Many people associate “vegetarian” or “vegan” cuisine with blandness. Eating nothing but tofu, nuts, grains and soy is a meat and potato lover’s worst fear. For many, eating a simple salad with their meal is a daunting task and the idea of becoming a vegan or even trying vegan cuisine is rarely, if ever, considered [...]