The Well Read Cantina: Eastbound’s Monthly Book Club 📚🍻
We’re officially turning the page on something new—and we’d love for you to join us.
The Well Read Cantina is Eastbound’s monthly book club, created for people who love good stories, great conversation, and the joy of gathering around a table with a drink in hand. Hosted at Eastbound Cantina, this is a relaxed, welcoming club where books are the starting point, not the homework.
When & How It Works
We meet on the last Wednesday of every month, starting with a 6:45pm Pre-Club Huddle, followed by the main discussion at 7:00pm.
Each month we’ll feature a book with a whimsical food theme woven into the story, because—of course—we couldn’t resist tying literature and flavour together.
To match the vibe, each book will also have an optional themed drink & snack pairing available for purchase that night.
The Night’s Flow
6:45pm – Pre-Club Huddle
Arrive early, grab a seat, order food or drinks, and check out the special pairing.
✨ Bonus: your first beer is available at Happy Hour pricing.
7:00pm – Book Discussion
We’ll chat about the book for roughly 90 minutes, with guided but casual conversation. No pressure, no pop quizzes, and no judgment if you didn’t finish every page.
After that? The tables are yours. Stick around, keep the conversation going, or just enjoy the night.
Our 2025 Reading List
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February 25 – Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
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March 25 – The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister
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April 29 – The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal
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May 27 – The Golden Spoon by Jesse Maxwell
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June 24 – Butter by Asako Yuzuki
Support Local, Read Local 📖
We’ve teamed up with our favourite east-end bookstore, Queen Books.
Pick up the monthly book in-store and mention the Eastbound Book Club to receive 10% off.
Shopping online? Use code EASTBOUND at checkout.
Stay in the Loop
Once you’re in, you can join our dedicated WhatsApp group for:
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Book announcements
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Event reminders
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First reactions (spoiler-aware, of course)
To keep up with everything else, make sure you:
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Subscribe to our newsletter
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Follow us on Instagram
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Check in-pub updates for upcoming dates and pairings
Who It’s For
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Avid readers and casual dabblers alike
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Folks looking for a cozy midweek ritual
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Anyone who loves books, food, drinks, and thoughtful conversation
You don’t need to be an expert reader—just come curious.
📚 Pull up a chair
🍺 Raise a glass
💬 Join the conversation
Welcome to The Well Read Cantina.
