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A sandwich with toasted white bread stuffed with sliced white cabbage and golden-brown fried pork cutlets.
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Must-try vendors at the World Wide Food Festival and beyond

Peak Web July 24, 2024

By: Izzy Cheung, Arts & Culture Editor The World Wide Food Festival was held on July 6 and featured over 20 local vendors. Just because this event is over, it doesn’t mean you can’t try these scrumptious snacks! All of these vendors can be found at your local farmers market, cultural celebrations, or other fun festivals occurring throughout the summer. Try not to get too hungry as you take a look at some of our highlights — but if you do, satisfy those cravings by giving these vendors a follow and checking them out at their next event!    Betty’s Greek…

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A large outdoor space with blue, yellow, and red streamers strung above it. A band made up of four individuals plays under a colourful tent while individuals and families watch while sitting on the wooden stairs of the outdoor space.
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How to spend a day in…Downtown Langley

Peak Web July 18, 2024

By: Zobia Khalid, SFU Student Downtown Langley blends a small-town vibe with the liveliness of a city. This place showcases the talent and culture of artists such as Langley muralist Judy Pohl. An afternoon walk here can reveal the beauty…

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A crowded block of people with red, green, and white banners over their heads.
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Savouring sweet flavours and culture at Italian Day on the Drive

Peak Web July 11, 2024

By: Amrit Kamaal, Peak Associate One of the most anticipated free summer events in the Lower Mainland, Italian Day on the Drive is a day of cultural fusion and culinary expertise. Since 2010, this event has signified the unity and…

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Hidden Gems: Bars, breweries, and more for your summer nights out

Peak Web July 4, 2024

By: 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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A top view of the food section of Granville Island Public Market. Various individuals sit at tables while enjoying food from the stalls surrounding them. Colorful awnings and signage are displayed throughout the space.
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How to spend a day at . . . Granville Island

Peak Web July 3, 2024

By: Izzy Cheung, Arts & Culture Editor With a bustling public market and beautiful views of False Creek, Granville Island is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Vancouver. Even as locals, many of us are still privy to…

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A collage of photos from some of the cafes and bakeries mentioned in this piece, including sugar-coated donuts on display and a wall in a cafe with fake grass lining it and a drawing on a tiger.
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Spots for your spring studying sessions

Peak Web March 21, 2024

By: 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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A vivid display of christmas decorations at Potter’s Nursery’s Christmas store, with snowy plastic christmas trees, santas, and other ornaments.
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Christmas craft markets

Peak Web November 16, 2023

By: Izzy Cheung, staff writer If you know me, you know that Christmas is my absolute favourite time of year. Sipping hot chocolate, looking for the perfect gifts for friends and family while bundled in warm clothes . . .…

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Colourful balloons forming a rainbow arch on the streets of New York
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Five local BIPOC and/or queer-owned businesses

Peak Web July 31, 2022

By: Jos Stevens, Peak Associate With farmer’s markets and festivals popping up all over the city this summer, there is no better time to explore small local businesses. Spending your money on local businesses has a myriad of benefits over shutting…

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Opinions in Dialogue: Are local businesses good?

Opinions March 30, 2021

by Meera Eragoda, Sara Wong, with introduction by Madeleine Chan Small and local businesses have been hit hard during this pandemic, increasing rally cries to support them. But are answering these calls the solution? Students Sara Wong and Meera Eragoda discuss…

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