Barbara-Jo's Books to Cooks

Barbara-Jo's Books to Cooks Review

Local-chef-turned-entrepreneur Barbara-Jo McIntosh spreads the good-food word with scores of cookbooks, including many by Vancouver- and B.C.-based chefs, as well as wine books, food-focused memoirs, and magazines. The store also hosts special events, recipe demos, and drop-in classes in its sparkling demonstration kitchen—they're a tasty way to explore local cuisine. The store's Web site lists event schedules.