Reflecting on the Sea by Wendy Morosoff Smith
First, local artist Wendy Morosoff Smith paints a glass surface. Then she presses the image to paper. The end result? A unique monotype print (“Reflecting on the Sea,” pictured). See works by Smith and others in Form & Formation at Dundarave Print Workshop and Gallery (to Sep. 25).—Kristina Urquhart
Dayton Boots
Way back in 1946, Charlie Wohlford started Dayton Boots to make tough boots for tough men (think loggers, fireman, oil workers and police officers). In the early ’60s, Dayton kicked it up a notch and began producing badass boots for cowboys and bikers. Today the standards and techniques remain the same, with each locally produced boot made by hand. This local brand has amassed a large cult following that includes celebs such as Johnny Depp, Cindy Crawford and Angelina Jolie. Stop by the new shop on Granville Island to purchase a pair.—Jennifer Patterson
Flamenco Rosario
Trip the light fantastic all the way down to Granville Island for All Over the Map, an outdoor dance and music series. Flamenco Rosario (pictured; Aug. 28) is sure to captivate audiences by putting a new spin on traditional dance. Amid sashaying skirts and live music, this troupe explores the cultural diversity that comprises the dance form. Also this month: catch Kokoro Dance with the SSRIs (Aug. 14) and Kutapira (Aug. 21).—Jill Von Sprecken
Salmon tacones and halibut fish 'n' chips, at Go Fish. Photo by KK Law
Look no further than fish ’n’ chips for a summertime bite. This list will have you hooked.
1 Go Fish (pictured) Fresh fish cooked in a trailer and served outside against a downtown harbour panorama. Don’t miss the fish tacones.
2 Pajo’s at the Wharf Paper-wrapped fresh halibut and cod at picnic tables on a floating dock right by the public fish sales float in Steveston.
3 Mr. Pickwick’s Fish and Chips Long-time fave puts a decidedly British spin on cod, haddock and salmon, with much-celebrated tartar sauce.
4 Raincity Grill Barely a scallop toss from English Bay, this West Coast specialist offers beach-ready fish ’n’ chips to go from its handy take-out window.—Tim Pawsey
Kids Market photo by KK Law
Adults love Granville Island for the Public Market’s fresh produce and meats, for the artists’ studios filled with quirky art, and for the restaurants and theatres. Kids, however, love Granville Island for the Kids Market, a two-story burst of colour and noise overflowing with toys, games, costumes, books, candy and clothes—everything a tiny tot could desire.—Sheri Radford
White Spot founder Nat Bailey coined the term "carhop" and created the world's first carhop tray (photo circa 1950s). Photo courtesy White Spot
Back in 1936, when the Where brand was created, Vancouver was a much different place. Construction hadn’t yet begun on the Lions Gate Bridge. Granville Island housed nothing but factories that made industrial items such as paint, cement and machinery. And sliced bread hadn’t yet been introduced here (that came in 1937). But a few things haven’t changed over the years. In 1936, folks were already dancing the night away in the Commodore Ballroom, watching the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra perform, enjoying Triple O burgers at White Spot (pictured), shopping at The Bay and snapping photographs in front of the Hollow Tree in Stanley Park.—Sheri Radford
Exciting shows are on the agenda at the Vancouver International Children's Festival
The popular annual fest (May 30 to Jun. 5) moves to Granville Island this year for a week of animated antics and sustained silliness, guaranteeing fun for kids of any age. Catch shows such as Physical Music (pictured), Pirate’s Cove, Scenes from a Tree and 46 Circus Acts in 45 Minutes.—Sheri Radford
Stuart's Bakery in Granville Island Public Market is a delicious pit stop, serving tarts, cakes, cookies and breads. Photo by KK Law
Join locals and visitors at bustling Granville Island Public Market for a day of fun-filled shopping and good eats. Find sweet treats aplenty at Stuart’s Bakery (pictured). Artfully stacked fruit sits ripe for the picking at numerous produce shops. Grab handmade ravioli for later or fresh-cut flowers to use as a thank-you gift. Souvenir-worthy items line the shelves at Edible BC, including honey, jam and chocolate, all made in British Columbia.—Jennifer Patterson
Photo by Rick Graham
Put on your walking shoes and get your taste buds ready for A Plugged-in Tour of Granville Island Market (Apr. 8, 15, 29; $40). Enthusiastic chefs from the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts lead small groups around Granville Island on Friday mornings, stopping along the way to point out favourite vendors, explain the area’s history and share a culinary secret or two. It’s simply too delicious to pass up.—Sheri Radford
Contemporary design at MINT Interiors
Add MINT Interiors to that growing list of need-to-visit home design shops. Situated just a stone’s throw from Granville Island, this bright, modern shop carries chic sofas, cool tables, luxurious lamps and cozy throws. The hot list: Alice in Wonderland-esque candle holders by Stephen Jones, Diamantini & Domeniconi’s modern interpretation of a cuckoo clock, and cushions decorated with colourful perched birds or delicate petunias.—Jennifer Patterson
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