After 16 years of living in Vancouver, I still walk into spots and think, “How have I never been here before?!” That was exactly the vibe this weekend at Renzullo Italian Market - a cozy little slice of Italy with huge personality, family-run charm, and a surprising lineup of gluten-free and dairy-free options.

Just a little taste into this week’s Local’s List… but until then, I’ve got a local giveaway for you!

Escape to Forest Echoes Music Festival in Cultus Lake from 7/3-5 for homegrown talent and 20 acres of pristine wilderness. See acts like Small Town Artillery, Ugly Birdy, Piper and the Wild Thorne and many more! Enter to win your way into the festival.*

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• Vancouver International Jazz Festival brings a weekend of FREE events from 6/27-28 with acts like Space Elevator, Missy D, Étran De L’Aïr and more!

• Did you catch our Instagram giveaway with The Park Theatre? Win tickets, popcorn, candy and drinks for two to see the Osgood Perkins double feature thi Sunday! Check out their lineup of incredible screenings!*

• Rosé Disco is back on 7/26, but this time it’s taking over Jericho Beach with crisp rosés, DJs, top chefs and more. All pink, all day, all vibes.

• Jeff Dye isn’t here to play nice, he's here to wreck polite conversation and leave audiences howling. Get your tickets to a hilarious night on 7/4 at The Rio Theatre, presented by the East Van Laugh Riot.*

• A crazy amount of just announced concerts have been released including Alela Diane, Channel Tres, Madeon, Tiffany Day, L7, Dean Brody and many more!

ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH

Asian Heritage Month is here and honestly, we’re spoiled with events. Celebrate Asian performers in theatre, music, dance and beyond, try a new cuisine, watch a movie, join a workshop or visit a Chinese classical garden for a little serenity. Here’s a few events to help with the option paralysis:

• ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH AT MORROW - Until 5/24 @ Morrow

• CHINESE TEA CEREMONY WORKSHOP - Thursday @ North Van Recreation & Culture

• RICHMOND NIGHT MARKET - Every Friday-Sunday (and holiday Mondays) @ Richmond Night Market

• TASTE OF ASIA: KOREAN FASHION DINNER - Saturday @ Great Canadian Casino Vancouver

• AMAZING TAIWAN - Sunday @ Gateway Theatre

• SLAYSIAN HERITAGE - 5/21 @ Numbers Cabaret

THIS WEEK

LOCALS ONLY

• Victoria’s Nicky MacKenzie is living out her pixie horse girl fairy fantasy in her new music video for her song No Man’s Land. Check it out!

• Need more ideas for what to do this week? Got you covered.

• Owners of the Michelin recommended Zab Bite are opening up Charm Thai Eatery on West 4th. Get ready for something delicious.

• This week is packed with pre-sale codes! Lock in your tickets to see Death From Above 1979, Post Sex Nachos, Theo Katzman, Amy Helm and more!

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