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Australia’s Indigenous Rhythms and Cultural Roots Illuminated in Multimedia Concert Spectacle: – dirtsong –

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    PuSh Festival headliner will see acclaimed Aboriginal artists combine intoxicating music with stunning documentary film   The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival (PuSh Festival) and Coastal Jazz present the sweeping, visually-stunning multimedia experience, dirtsong, February 4, 8pm at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Australia’s Black Arm Band, an ensemble of acclaimed Indigenous artists, will perform intoxicating … Read more

“The Five Thieves of Happiness”

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  The Five Thieves of Happiness is the latest book by well-known author and speaker John Izzo. Inspired by his long sabbatical which included walking the Camino Santiago in Spain , Izzo thought deeply about the happiness we all seek but seem unable to find in our modern world. According to Izzo, the good news … Read more

Jack Daniel’s New Year’s Eve British Invasion at The Cascade Room

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  Ring in 2017 at The Cascade Room, December 31 In keeping with The Cascade Room’s UK pub vibes, the Main Street restaurant has planned a British-themed New Year’s celebration, kicking off at noon on Saturday, December 31. Come in and enjoy brunch (from 12 to 3 pm) and take in the World Junior Hockey … Read more

RAILTOWN TO DOWNTOWN: FIRST OF THREE NEW COUNTER-SERVICE LOCATIONS NOW OPEN AT 968 HOWE ST.

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  Newest Outpost for Railtown Cafe Offers Signature Handmade Sandwiches, Build-Your-Own Salad Bar, Pastries and Licensed Seating for 45 It’s full steam ahead for Railtown Cafe as the popular counter-service restaurant has officially opened the doors on the first of three new cafe locations at 968 Howe Street in the heart of downtown Vancouver. With the original … Read more

4th Annual Curry Cup Tickets on Sale Now

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  An unmatched gift for any foodie this holiday season The Chefs’ Table Society of BC‘s fourth annual Curry Cup returns to Heritage Hall (3102 Main St., Vancouver, BC) on March 6, 2017, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. A portion of the proceeds will be gifted to Project Chef. Early bird tickets are available until January 16, … Read more

#TasteofThursday Lemon Cookie recipe – Bella Cibo

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  Lemon Cookies   It’s Christmas and it is time to bake some delicious cookies, and I highly suggest you to try to make this delicious Lemon Cookies. I discovered this fantastic recipe last year in one of my favorite Italian Blog http://www.misya.info/. Her recipes are always the best.   Ingredients: 120 grams sugar 100 … Read more

Cookie Decorating at The Uncommon Cafe

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  The holiday season comes with it’s own unwritten checklist. The last 2-3 months of the year are like a scavenger hunt of activities including: rewatching classic holiday movies, trimming the tree, inevitably breaking an ornament while trimming the tree, and Christmas cookie decorating. A new gem in Vancouver’s up-and-coming Strathcona neighbourhood, The Uncommon Cafe, … Read more

Half-Priced Cocktails at The Emerald, December 27-30

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  The Emerald Supper Club and Cocktail Lounge is keeping a festive glow on through the holidays with half-priced cocktails offered from Tuesday, December 27 through Friday, December 30, from 5 pm onward. All of The Emerald’s delicious cocktails will be 50% off, all night on those dates — including its awesome selection of cheers-worthy … Read more