It’s big news for Vancouver. On Jan 22nd, Marcon Homes announced a large donation to North Shore Rescue – which will help the volunteer-run wilderness rescue organization buy a much-needed long line and will go a long way towards providing some financial stability for the new Tim Jones Legacy Fund. The fund was established after … Read more
A spectacular waterfront location, superb food, a warm inviting room: Valentine’s Day dinner at Dockside is guaranteed to be an occasion to remember. Located on the iconic waterfront of Granville Island, Dockside Restaurant is perfect place to celebrate occasions big and small. This Valentine’s Day is certain be extra special … Read more
This is so exciting! Our good friends at Opus Hotel have asked us to share their news about this unique opportunity of you to enter to win #SkiTheCity Chic Ski Bunny, or ? You’ve been invited on a deluxe city chic mountain escape, what’s in your bag? Show us on Instagram what 3 must-have items you’d bring … Read more
Get ready for romance with four special packages at Victoria’s leading boutique hotel With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is in the air at the Magnolia Hotel & Spa, which has just been awarded the accolade of being one of the Top 25 Romantic Hotels in Canada (number 14) in the … Read more
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and the folks over at Bin 941 want you to know your table is waiting. This cozy Davie Street Tapas Bar/Bistro is poised to transport you and your special someone to a romantic rendezvous. Only three seatings will be available featuring their Valentine’s Day menu. The most requested … Read more
Patio season may be long gone, or depending on how you look at it with our West Coast weather and a little luck, just around the corner! Either way we still have a chance to melt away the winter blues with some interesting and unique date ideas. To get the most out of your dates … Read more
Join the Movement: Fitness, Food, Fashion, and Fun As a longtime fan of Free People, I had the immense privilege of attending an event that occurred in six major cities around the world on Tuesday, January 20th. Free People, in partnership with Women’s Health, has created a movement, the purpose of which is to … Read more
Canada’s Third Annual National Cupcake Day® for SPCAs & Humane Societies We’re calling on all bakers and animal lovers to “bake” a difference for animals in need! The third annual National Cupcake DayTM is set for Monday, February 23rd and everyone is invited to host a cupcake party, bake and share cupcakes with … Read more
Wine Recommendation Taste of Thursday Local boy, Chef Paul Moran has contributed the recipe for this week’s Taste of Thursday. Chef Paul, 2013 winner of the first annual Hawksworth Young Chef Scholarship award, has traveled the world honing his culinary chops and has racked up an impressive list of awards. With this dish, I think … Read more
My dream vacation has always been to travel to Italy or France for a few weeks with the sole purpose of taking cooking lessons. I love to learn about food, I love trying new restaurants, but most of all, I love to cook. I also firmly believe that cooking for yourself is one of the … Read more