I started going to a few openings recently, mostly out of curiosity, and I was surprised at how fun they could be. You get to see new venues before everyone else, enjoy little activities or tastings, and it’s a great way to meet people. I read about the Grand Opening Vancouver event, what a success. And it motivated me to give these events a chance rather than skipping them. One of my first visits was to a café opening — they had live music, a small tasting menu, and the vibe was lively without feeling overwhelming. Now I try to catch openings regularly because it’s a mix of discovering new places and enjoying a mini-event in the city.