Author: janelle

Janelle has been a Kitsilano resident for eight years and currently works and lives in the neighbourhood. Originally from a farming community in Saskatchewan, she is keenly interested in building community and food security. At Kitsilano.ca she shares tidbits on the hyper-local food scene, seasonal recipes and community events. By day, Janelle is a lawyer who works as the Director of Programming at the Pacific Business and Law Institute, a legal education company based in Kitsilano. She is also an Adjunct Professor at UBC. She is currently on maternity leave and looking forward to spending a little more time at the beach and hanging out in the neighbourhood with her family.
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News, Shopping

Moule Closes Their West 4th Store

Moule is one of those rare boutiques with something chic for everyone – women, men, kids and the home. For years, Moule was located...

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Events, Food & Drink

Free Comedy Every Thursday at Rowan’s Roof

I live right around the corner from Rowan’s Roof, but haven’t been to this pub since it changed hands years ago. After hearing that...

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Family, Food & Drink

Neverland Tea Salon to Open at 3066 West Broadway this September

Is it just me or is tea the new coffee? Following on the heels O5‘s success, the  tea trend in Kits is still growing. Neverland Tea...

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Food & Drink

The August Jack Brings Tapas and Craft Beer to Kits

Room 18 at 2042 West 4th Avenue closed suddenly earlier this year. For those who missed it, the lounge has been replaced with The August...

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News

Visiting La Taqueria Pinche Taco Truck in Kits

I have seen La Taqueria food truck in Kits over lunch almost everyday this week. The truck has a devoted following and during peak hours...

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Family, Food & Drink

Local Blueberries on Sale + Summer Berry Crisp Recipe

Persia Foods at West Broadway/McDonald (2827 West Broadway) in Kitsilano has been selling local blueberries for $1.99/lb so I stocked up....

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Food & Drink, News

Nook Restaurant Takes Over Rossini’s Beach-Front Spot at 1525 Yew Street

Mike Jeffs and Nicole Welsh, owners of the West End Italian restaurant Nook, are set for a Kitsilano expansion. Nook will take over the old...

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Food & Drink, News

Recipe: Goan Halibut Curry by Vij’s Railway Express Food Truck

Vij’s Railway Express food truck seems to be parked in the neighborhood more often lately. Find out when they’re going to visit...