Coffee shops are important places that, if they possess that indescribable something, evoke an overwhelming sense of home and comfort.
NUVO Staff
8 Long Weekend Getaways
Be it a road trip to an adjacent province or a jaunt over the border, we have your visitor’s guide to some choice long weekend destinations.
Editors’ Picks: Four Recommended Summer Reads
Our editor-recommended summer book releases cover shopping, aging gracefully, memoirs, and moles—something for everyone.
In Conversation: the Curse of Genius, Beauty Revolution, the Man Who Cheated Death
The art of conversation in a digital world. This week, our editors’ are talking about the curse of being a genius, a beauty revolution in North Korea, and a man who conned death among many others.
Mix & Match
Delicate, colourful, and boldly over the top, we have you styled for summer.
Where to Find the Best Sweet Treats in Winnipeg
In a city full of bakeries and options for sweet-toothers, we have narrowed it down to four places for a sugar hit.
In Conversation: Tourism in Tulum, Stanley Kubrick, Gay Magazine
The art of conversation in a digital world. This week, our editors are reading about tourism in Tulum, a Stanley Kubrick exhibition, and Roxane Gay’s new magazine.
Natural Charm
FROM THE ARCHIVE: Revisiting our Summer 2018 Portfolio fashion spread, recently nominated by National Magazine Awards for Lifestyle Photography.
In Conversation: Cryptids, American Messiahs, Beirut Nights, AI
The art of conversation in a digital world. This week, our editors are reading about urban fairy tales, Cyril Teed, Beirut bars, and the future of Artificial Intelligence.
Spring Gardens
FROM THE ARCHIVE: Whether kept with care in a glass house or growing wild in meadows, botanical varieties of all sorts wait yearlong for the pinnacle of spring. In this spirit, we unearth five stories from the NUVO archive inspired by greenery.
EDITORS’ PICKS: SPRING READING LIST
A selection of excellent books to get lost in this season, chosen by our editors.
Spring 2019 Playlist
Refine your next playlist with this selection of recent album releases, curated by our editors.
Sport Mode
In celebration of Gymnastics Canada’s 50th anniversary this year, GymCan athletes—René Cournoyer, Thierry Pellerin, and Samuel Paquin—take to the gym sporting the season’s athleisure apparel.
NUVO’s Nine Most-Read Stories of 2018
Before bidding adieu to 2018, we take a moment to reflect on nine of our most-read stories of the year.
Editors’ Picks: Winter Reading List
A selection of excellent books to get lost in this season, chosen by our editors.
Three Winter Cocktail Recipes
Whether hosting a party or simply sitting fireside, these three cocktails are an excellent addition to any winter evening.
Winter 2018 Playlist
Refine your next playlist with this selection of recent album releases, curated by our editors.
Conversation Piece, November 18, 2018
The real-life haunted house of Westfield, New Jersey; how we’re killing creativity; the magic of Scholastic book fairs.
The Green Movement
Green is an expressive colour statement on the wrist with these timepieces sure to fashion a similar share of envy.
Conversation Piece, November 11, 2018
An interactive map that illuminates Indigenous territory; the lobster emoji takes on new meaning.
Conversation Piece, November 4, 2018
The secret to restaurant-level salad; a weekend at witch camp; this month’s must-see celestial events.
Frostbite Cocktail
A winter cocktail recipe.
Santa’s Nightcap Cocktail
A winter cocktail recipe.
Evergreen Cocktail
A winter cocktail recipe.
Conversation Piece, October 28, 2018
Meet China’s handbag guru; the story behind the Sasquatch; why people are spilling all their secrets on Facebook.
Conversation Piece, October 21, 2018
Panasonic’s new blinders for humans; a look at your unread books; the Muppeteer behind Big Bird says goodbye to his feathered friend.
Conversation Piece, October 14, 2018
How humans can learn to navigate with echolocation; the weird world of YouTube for children.
Conversation Piece, October 7, 2018
Facial recognition for cows and other food innovations; ten designers on how they overcome creative block.
Conversation Piece, September 30, 2018
Why our brains make us lazy; how artists are saving U.S. national parks; your new favourite way to drink coffee.
Conversation Piece, September 23, 2018
The importance of food foreplay; how Christian rock prevailed against all odds; a premature list of the 21st century’s best books.
Conversation Piece, September 9, 2018
The world’s first rideable luggage; how NAFTA changed the way we eat; a bitter history of the watermelon.
Conversation Piece, September 2, 2018
The myth of work-life balance; why is The Wind in the Willows considered a children’s classic?
Autumn 2018 Playlist
Refine your next playlist with this selection of recent album releases, curated by our editors.
Street View
A combination of patterns, colours, and textures, the suit is suitable for much more than office wear.
Editors’ Picks: Autumn Reading List
A selection of excellent books to get lost in this season, chosen by our editors.
Rich Hues
A sartorial palette of textures dominates for fall.
Conversation Piece, August 19, 2018
Fishing with fire; horror’s most sinister scenes; why do summer songs all sound the same?
Conversation Piece, August 12, 2018
The ultimate Canadianism; why modern dating is so much work; the world’s largest collection of Disneyland memorabilia.
Conversation Piece, August 5, 2018
A chef who makes purposefully gag-worthy desserts; a beloved Peanuts character celebrates a milestone.
Canada’s Most Beautiful Hotel Rooftops
From Vancouver to Montreal, these lofty perches are the perfect place to soak up the sun.
Conversation Piece, July 29, 2018
A Dr. Seuss character in real life; the science of sleep—and why we aren’t getting any.
Conversation Piece, July 22, 2018
Google Translate’s ominous side; the last Blockbuster Videos of Alaska shut their doors.
Conversation Piece, July 15, 2018
Capturing the smell of space; a fool-proof method for homemade ice cream.
Conversation Piece, July 8, 2018
Choosing jail over vacation; the secret history of meth.
Conversation Piece, July 1, 2018
A look at celebrity spending; how to clean your filthy, disgusting keyboard; why we need to let go of dead girl stories.
Conversation Piece, June 24, 2018
Artificial wombs of the future; the new era of Louis Vuitton; a virtual escape from fear of needles.
Conversation Piece, June 17, 2018
Influencers and the art of hotel manipulation; the origins of drinking from tropical fruits; an ode to weird dads.
Chef Mark Perrier’s Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe
Chef Mark Perrier of Pepino’s Spaghetti House and Osteria Savio Volpe shares a recipe for a classic Italian-American comfort food: spaghetti and meatballs.
The Dadhattan
A contemporary spin on the classic Manhattan cocktail courtesy of Vancouver’s Wildebeest.
Chef Thierry Busset’s Famous Apple Tart
Crisp and caramelized, sophisticated and just plain delicious.
Tortilla Soup With Chicken, Cheese, and Avocado
Jason Sussman and Kaeli Robinsong worked together to develop their take on the classic Mexi-Cali soup.
Conversation Piece, June 10, 2018
The world’s first robot psychopath; proof of life on Mars; The New Yorker‘s tribute to Anthony Bourdain.
Summer 2018 Playlist
Refine your next playlist with this selection of recent album releases, curated by our editors.
Conversation Piece, June 3, 2018
Edible board games; the tale of New York City’s glamorous 20-something grifter; the real slumlords of Vancouver.
Conversation Piece, May 27, 2018
The secret benefits of marriage; why some foods are associated with insanity; what happens to the plastic we throw away?
Conversation Piece, May 20, 2018
The sweet eating habits of the Swedes; a realistic take on the royal drama; an Alanis Morissette musical prepares to hit the stage.
Vancouver’s Most Beautifully Designed Restaurants
Atmosphere is everything–and in a city with a dining scene as rich and diverse as Vancouver, a well-designed space can be just the thing to help intrigue discerning customers.
Conversation Piece, May 13, 2018
What the Knights Templar ate; grannies share pasta recipes; the strange tale of the world’s largest pearl.
Conversation Piece, May 6, 2018
A definitive guide to micro-dosing; the mansplaining of Jane Austen; can you hear these silent gifs?
Conversation Piece, April 29, 2018
Japan’s rent-a-relative service; the definitive guide to moldy cheese; where the Amish go on vacation.
Conversation Piece, April 22, 2018
Let’s talk about bald animals; why are poisonous plants and women metaphorically linked?
Conversation Piece, April 15, 2018
The importance of integrity, karaoke, and cake.
New Recipes From Nigella Lawson
Naturally, the debut of her latest cookbook, titled At My Table: A Celebration of Home Cooking, has us eager to test out Lawson’s new recipes.
Conversation Piece, April 8, 2018
Foods for a funeral; why jaguars like Calvin Klein cologne; the joys of being alone.
Canada’s Most Luxurious Hotel Suites
Exclusive, elegant, and appointed suites across the country to inspire your next vacation (or staycation).
Conversation Piece, April 1, 2018
Hollywood’s most realistic psychos; six rare and regional ice cream flavours; a disturbing new tween magazine.
Canada’s Best Gourmet Easter Chocolates
Easter means many things—a religious occasion, the arrival of spring, a long weekend, and of course, a reason to seek out high quality, exquisitely crafted chocolate.
Conversation Piece, March 25, 2018
North America’s most elusive man; the ultimate Q&A on healthy eating; the secret to being present.
Spring 2018 Playlist
Refine your next playlist with this selection of recent album releases, curated by our editors.
Conversation Piece, March 18, 2018
Life on the world’s most densely populated isle; an interactive guide to Jewish food; celebs seek out the “penis treatment”.
Rose and Pepper Pavlova with Strawberries and Passionfruit
A recipe from the book “At My Table” by Nigella Lawson.
Turkish Eggs
A recipe excerpted from the book “At My Table” by Nigella Lawson.
Conversation Piece, March 11, 2018
The emancipation of Marge Simpson; a user’s guide to the vagina; the science of skin.
Conversation Piece, March 4, 2018
The delights of modern space food; Lebanon’s one per cent; why are so many beauty bloggers Mormon?
Conversation Piece, February 25, 2018
An homage to ugly food; smart glasses translate the world; from Barney to tantric sex.
Floral Pursuit
Springtime calls for eye-popping bouquets of florals.
Conversation Piece, February 18, 2018
Six strange sea monsters; the CBD craze; how ants nurse each other back to health.
Adieu Mon Coeur
A little bitter, a little sweet, this drink from L’Abattoir’s Katie Ingram.
The Paris Sour Cocktail
From Vancouver’s Au Comptoir restaurant comes an enchanting sweet-yet-tart libation that’ll whisk you away to the City of Lights with every sip.
Conversation Piece, February 11, 2018
Meet the Internet’s latest fembot celebrity; China plans to rate its 1.3-billion citizens.
Conversation Piece, February 4, 2018
Death predictions via robot; expert tips for a better sleep; the world’s loneliest bird.
Raspberry Pistachio Madeleines
These tiny French tea cakes make a lovely little treat that won’t ruin an appetite.
Conversation Piece, January 28, 2018
A bloody battle for Nutella; why we want to eat Tide pods; the bitter truth about Alzheimer’s.
A Canadian Coffee Guide
Explore the richness of Canada’s coffee culture.
Conversation Piece, January 14, 2018
A better death for lobsters; the true crime story of an Internet boogeyman; all hail the Caesar.
Conversation Piece, January 7, 2018
Book-to-film adaptations in 2018; the analogue appeal of board games; why so many adults are haunted by trauma.
White Chocolate Lime Cake with Almonds
This is a refreshing summer version of the popular chocolate brownie cake, featuring white chocolate and lime and decorated with sliced almonds and candied forget-me-nots.
Cardamom Buns with Almond Filling
Decorate these romantic-looking buns with candied wild roses.
Winter 2017 Playlist
Refine your next playlist with this selection of recent album releases, curated by our editors.
Conversation Piece, December 31, 2017
Deciphering full moons; the truth behind “lucky” foods; women share their best advice of the year.
Conversation Piece, December 24, 2017
The psychedelic origins of Santa Claus; sperm-stealing salamanders; reimagining prison with Frank Gehry.
NUVO’s Nine Most-Read Articles of 2017
From cover stars to sushi bars, revisit nine stories readers loved this year.
Conversation Piece, December 17, 2017
Mapping the smells of a city; the Dull Men’s Club; what gives a meme legs?
Conversation Piece, December 10, 2017
Life-changing stocking stuffers; the end of the social media era; how a garden shed became London’s top-rated restaurant.
Conversation Piece, December 3, 2017
Crowdfunding for a cow; the telescopic eyes of scallops; The New Yorker cover rejects.
Art History
The modern allure of classic jewellery and timepieces.
A Selection of Advent Calendars
From rare whiskies to lavender-scented soaps and pampering face masks.
Conversation Piece, November 26, 2017
Robot poetry; men who marry up; why reading children’s books is so bittersweet.
Conversation Piece, November 19, 2017
The secret feminist history of paper bags; junk food-loving coral; morality and the modern consumer.
Conversation Piece, November 12, 2017
The bleakness of children’s movies; a museum of museums; ketosis in a bottle.
