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one of the businesses included in the piece! For reference.
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Hidden Gems: Dessert spots around the Lower Mainland

Peak Web May 30, 2024

By: Prerita Garg, SFU Student Ninja Bubble Tea x Poké  2972 Glen Drive, Coquitlam  Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. and Friday–Saturday, 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Ninja Bubble Tea x Poké provides an extensive selection of beverages and lunch options to cater to your cravings. Their customizable bowls offer a variety of options to ensure you can tailor your meal as per your choice, but what makes them most unique is their wide array of bubble tea selections, like their piña colada latte or Irish earl grey milk tea. If you are looking to save, they also have a happy hour offered every…

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photo of a sikh procession in Surrrey, BC
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Unveiling the festivity of the Sikh Nagar Kirtan in Surrey

Peak Web May 30, 2024

By: Amrit Kamaal, Peak Associate As a Surrey civilian, I wanted to shed light on one of the greatest celebrations that Sikhs share with the community, the Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan parade. This parade takes place annually in the month of…

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Explore the “ajeeb” in life with Asian Heritage Month at Morrow

Peak Web May 27, 2024

By: Yasmin Hassan, Staff Writer On an unassuming street in Vancouver, I found myself at Morrow, a hidden art studio. I went in on a Wednesday just to check the gallery out, but little did I know, I’d stumbled into…

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a street in Vancouver’s Chinatown decked out in red paper lanterns and street lights.
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Asian businesses to check out this summer

Peak Web May 25, 2024

By: Izzy Cheung, Arts & Culture Editor As Asian Heritage Month is nearing its end, we need to remember that even though we celebrate certain cultures during certain months, that doesn’t mean we stop once the month is over. We…

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different stages of a cake with strawberries in it being baked (bowl of batter, in the oven, baked and decorated, etc.)
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Creative Corner: Baking in a new country

Peak Web May 25, 2024

By: Prerita Garg, SFU Student  When I was eight years old, I moved to Canada from India. Everything felt new and foreign, but the one constant in my life these first few years after moving was my affinity for cakes.…

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a red floppy disk with a white label near the middle
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Create and Enter: Free summer opportunities in the arts

Peak Web May 22, 2024

By: Prerita Garg, SFU Student The Small File Media Festival Deadline: June 15, 2024 Entry fee: none Website: https://smallfile.ca/  Film enthusiasts and creators can showcase their talent in The Small File Media Festival. Hosted by The Cinematheque (a partner of…

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close-up of Kimchi served in a bowl
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Food for Thought: Unveiling stories of Kimchi

Peak Web May 22, 2024

By: Sangwoong Choi, SFU Student There are various types of kimchi with diverse flavours and forms, such as kkakdugi (cubed radish) and oi sobagi (cucumber), many typically refer to kimchi as a fermented red cabbage with chili peppers, garlic, and…

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silhouette of people watching Kung Fu Panda on a movie theatre screen
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I don’t know how to feel about Kung Fu Panda 4

Peak Web May 16, 2024

By: Jin Song, Peak Associate It’s hard to understate the impact of Kung Fu Panda (2008) on pre-teen me, along with many others. The scene revealing the truth behind the secret ingredient is something I still think about to this…

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A spoonful of matcha powder on a wooden board alongside a matcha whisk and cup of green tea.
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Food for Thought: The journey of matcha

Peak Web May 15, 2024

By: Kaja Antic, Staff Writer With summer weather right around the corner, many are turning away from cozy winter mochas and are looking for a new caffeinated option. Some tend to prefer classic iced coffees, while others may look to…

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Photo of Lazzez’s Grill Indian Cuisine, one of the restaurants included in the piece!
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Highlighting local Asian restaurants

Peak Web May 14, 2024

By: Hailey Miller, Staff Writer For Asian Heritage Month, here are a few of my favourite go-to restaurants around Metro Vancouver that serve up delicious vegetarian options. Sushi Bar Shyun  #102-1250 Dominion Ave, Port Coquitlam  Wed–Sun: 5:00–8:30 p.m., closed Mon…

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