Vancouver Good

Summer 2010 in Vancouver isn’t exactly warm so far. But, one thing I love about this city is how it loves patios. Even if the sun comes out for just 20 minutes, people are on the patio. And when Vancouver gets (and it will come) our beautiful sunny summer weather, the patios will be packed. [...]

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Here is my belated guide to help everyone visiting beautiful Vancouver for the 2010 Olympics. I’m keeping everything to one post so it’s easy to reference and print off. I’m only covering Vancouver, not Whistler (although my friends swear that Rimrock Cafe is one of the best fine dining experiences ever. And of course there’s [...]

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Certain restaurants in Vancouver are known for their line-ups. And when people see the line-ups, they figure it must be great so they get in line, then others do the same, and before you  know it? A line up down the block! Most restaurants are not worth that wait. Some are. Here’s what I think: [...]

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The sun is shining, which  means the sandals are coming out and it’s pedicure season for us ladies! Vancouver certainly has a LOT of spas, but the below shortlist are my standbys that I return to regularly. Bloom Essentials – Kitsilano, #3 – 1854 W. 1st Ave (@ Burrard) Best for: Pedicures with your girlfriends; [...]

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Now, I don’t have a problem with chain restaurants per se. They are just uninspiring to me. Food is always fine, but nothing memorable. However, they are useful in many cases: Dining with picky eaters Big groups (and you need a room and kitchen that can handle the group) Late dinners – you know they [...]

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