Local venue spotlight: The Nanaimo Bar, the sweetest bar in town
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland Opened on February 1, 2016, The Nanaimo Bar has been steadily gaining popularity. Speaking with hostess and bartender Lauren, proved that TVs, pool tables, and Keno aren’t necessary to fill the doors. The Nanaimo Bar is sweet, simply because it feels like home. Located next to Pirate Chips at 2-75 … Continued
The poetry of online restaurant reviews: 2
Above: “Food was not fit for my dog,” says Wonderfilled. But what about a pirate? What prompts people to take the time to write online restaurant reviews? I explored TripAdvisor reviews of Nanaimo restaurants, and by my investigation, it’s either a superb dining experience, or an awful one. Yes, there are people who report on mediocre … Continued