Hidden Gems
Local Black businesses
February 26, 2025By: Phone Min Thant, Staff Writer Whether you’re shopping for clothes or dining out with your loved ones, what better way is there to celebrate Black History Month than by supporting local Black-owned businesses? A good thing about Vancouver is that there are many such places — these ones are all accessible by transit! So, put on your jackets and winter boots, and get ready to check out these treasure troves. Miscellany Thrift and Vintage 323 E Broadway, Vancouver Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and Sundays 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Closest bus stop: WB E Broadway at Scotia St. using…
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Travel the world through these local restaurants
January 13, 2025By: Phone Min Thant, Staff Writer Amay’s House (Burmese) 3293 Kingsway, Vancouver Wednesday–Monday 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. [caption id="attachment_130391" align="alignnone" width="696"] PHOTO: Emily Le / The Peak[/caption] Amay’s House is one of the only restaurants in the Vancouver…
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Hidden Gems: Local trans-owned businesses
November 21, 2024By: Yasmin Hassan, Staff Writer Wednesday, November 20, is Trans Day of Remembrance: a day to “honour the memory of transgender people whose lives were lost as a result of anti-transgender violence.” Qmunity is hosting both a gathering at The…
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Hidden Gems: Surrey campus’ secret snacks
October 15, 2024By: Amrit Kamaal, Peak Associate Potato Corner 10153 King George Blvd. K101 $5–20 per serving Rightfully known as “the world’s best flavoured fries,” this Filipino fry joint is my personal favourite for take-out lunch. What makes Potato Corner special is…
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Hidden Gems: Vancouver’s best matcha
September 11, 2024By: Alex Ileto, Peak Associate cowdog coffee 3720 Oak St., Vancouver Open every day 8:00 a.m.–4:00p.m. With cowdog’s recent rise to social media fame (they truly conquered “brat summer”), this spot may not be a hidden gem, but it’s too…
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Hidden Gems: Bars, breweries, and more for your summer nights out
July 4, 2024By: Izzy Cheung, Arts & Culture Editor Rocky Point Spirits 2805 Murray St., Port Moody Open Sunday–Thursday 12:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. and Friday–Saturday 12:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m. Rocky Point Spirits is probably not a hidden gem for those located in the Tri-Cities,…
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Hidden Gems: Indigenous-owned businesses
June 17, 2024By: Prerita Garg, SFU Student Tradish’s The Ancestor Café 23433 Mavis Ave., Fort Langley Open Wednesday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Online: tradishcanada.ca Tradish’s The Ancestor Café is the ideal spot for those looking to try out some delicious delicacies from Indigenous…
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Hidden Gems: Dessert spots around the Lower Mainland
May 30, 2024By: 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…
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Spots for your spring studying sessions
March 21, 2024By: Izzy Cheung, Staff Writer Sweet Talk Donuts 87 Moody St., Port Moody Open Monday–Sunday from 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. If you’re planning on visiting Sweet Talk Donuts, beware — their delicious delicacies will blow your mind. Their crème brûlée donut…
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Metrotown munchies
March 6, 2024By: Amrit Kamaal, SFU Student Stuffies 4820 Kingsway / $1–10 per person Located inside Metropolis at Metrotown (with locations in Surrey and North Van, too), Stuffies is the perfect place to grab a quick treat, or ten. This modern Korean…
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