by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | Jun 10, 2018 | CULTURE, People + Community, Performing Arts
Neil Osborne of 54-40 is a rock star, but he’s Victoria’s rock star, and that makes all the down-to-earth difference. On the eve of the release of 54-40’s new album, Keep on Walking, YAM chats with Osborne about everything from running for mayor to spandex cycling...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | Jun 10, 2018 | FOOD & DRINK, Local Products
Whether you’re looking for dry or fresh chilies, tomatillos or fresh cilantro, you can get Mexican ingredients in local supermarkets and specialty shops. By Cinda Chavich My go-to spot for dried chilies is the Mexican House of Spice on Douglas Street, a shop owned by...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | May 18, 2018 | HOME & DESIGN, Shopping Guides, Shopping Guides
With Pantone proclaiming Ultra Violet as the colour of the year for 2018, purple is having a moment. Get intergalactic with ELK’s Andromeda Collection 22 Light Pendant. (Available from Pine Lighting Victoria, $4,485) Are you ready for the “Jelly” upholstery in Knoll’s...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | May 17, 2018 | CULTURE
Victoria has long been a mecca of cannabis culture. Now, with legalization on the horizon, the city is readying for a trendy green future. By Athena McKenzie Farm was Victoria’s first cannabis dispensary to be licensed. Their Hillside location serves up to 800-plus...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | May 17, 2018 | CULTURE, Home Tours, People + Community
The hub of Fairfield’s Cook Street Village is a tree-lined five-block promenade of boutiques, eateries and, yes, coffee shops. A compelling blend of trendy and earthy, it’s the hangout spot for a historic neighbourhood in the midst of change. YAM asked David Lennam,...
