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1. Emma Lea Farms
*Thanks for a great season Emma Lea!*
And thank you yelpers! This is exactly how I wanted to start my birthday day! Breathing in the clean air, picking and possibly a little singing too!
With the big, blueberries just dying to be picked, the flying…More »
2. Spanish Banks
Sure, I love a hot summer day at the beach--screaming kids, thumping tunes, frisbees, footballs, barbecues, stacks upon stacks of people (who doesn't?)...
But the best time to go is a day like today--overcast, a bit of wind, and a full moon (on the…More »
3. Ace Cycles
This is a story of Goldilocks (Or Brunette-locks) and the Three Bikes.
Some background -- I had been motoring around Vancouver on a 1994 Kona mountain bike - not one that was built for me--for the past 3 years. Uncomfortable handles, terrible gear…More »
4. Salt Tasting Room
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A4
(604) 633-1912
Categories:
Wine Bars,
Tapas/Small Plates
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Oh how the salt shaker beacon calms my Blood Alley fears. And cheeses and meats nourish both my soul and my tummy. And if I could speak to my flights of wine, I would tell them that I love them and all of the ways they make my taste buds come alive.…More »
5. Yoka's Coffee - CLOSED
Oh - Yoka- I could not start my day without you and your delivery of my first dose of daily caffeine!
What I can't believe I have never tried until yesterday is the chocolate. It sits there - taunting me every time I go in, and yet I've resisted for…More »
6. Café Medina
Vancouver, BC V6B 2L3
(604) 879-3114
Category:
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Downtown
"For the Love of Medina"
Oh your lavender latte was unexpectedly lovely
But your raspberry version took my breath away...
The murmurings of those sipping and chatting
Melted me into my chair while my heart fell for
The waffles, of which I
Partook in…More »
7. UBC Farm Market
I must remember to wake up earlier! The eggs were sold out at 9:18 this morning!
My first time at the market this year and my-oh-my how happy the market makes me! It's early in the season so there is not as much selection, but I still managed to fill…More »
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3/19/2009
This is THE only reason I wake up earlier than 10 am on a Saturday morning in the summer. The… Read more »
8. Wonderbucks Trading Company
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K3
(604) 742-0510
Categories:
Home Decor,
Kitchen & Bath
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
Yes yelpers, I am a closeted domestic goddess: in love with household things for the kitchen, organizational apparatus for the closets, decorative shelves, furniture...even down to shower curtain liners.
Oh love, oh joy! This store has a way of…More »
9. Wink Beauty Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6A 1K3
(604) 696-9465
Categories:
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply,
Day Spas,
Eyelash Service
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
**Girlie review alert**
My lashes are saying thank you - thank you - thank you! My peepers couldn't feel prettier after my first trip to Wink today! With over 80 different styles of semi perm. lashes and a comfortable lash-tastic area - I feel like a…More »
10. Yaletown Gelato
Vancouver, BC V6B 2Y5
(604) 689-8531
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
Double scoop and a double take - gelatini..what? Like a boozy affagato? No way! Okay, so I didn't notice the option to splash a shot of liquor over my scoop until after I had paid - but this gives me the best reason to go back soon!
Seriously,…More »
11. Scoop!
Vancouver, BC V6J 1M9
(604) 569-3338
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Yes - this is where I feel like a kid again! Salvation from the heat while sitting in the back of this shop, amusing myself with board games and fooseball, and a healthy heaping of froyo, plus all of the candy-to-fruit toppings I could imagine -- say…More »
12. Silk Road Aromatherapy & Tea Company
Who needs meditation when Silk Road exists? The moment I walked in, I knew I was in my retail heaven. And then they offered me tea... [Insert sigh of relaxation, here, here and here!]
Tea and an abundance of tea accessories. I would have never thought…More »
13. Oyama Sausage Company
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
(604) 327-7407
Categories:
Meat Shops,
Cheese Shops
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
I have never been more excited about ground up meat before in my life...
With a frenzy of people (why did I go to Granville Island on the weekend?) I waded my way to the front of the line. The choices...the selection..the butter chicken sausage???…More »
14. The Noodle Box
*You know you've written quite a few reviews when you go to update your review and realize you haven't written a review in the first place*
Enter Noodle Box - my go-to place when I'm craving something that I can justify as healthy and loaded with…More »
15. Tomato Fresh Food Café - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W6
(604) 874-6020
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I'm a raving fan! I remember how star struck I was when a movie called Saving Silverman was filmed at their old Cambie location. I liked their Cambie location but love their Kits one better. Parking is easier (especially with all of the Cambie…More »
16. La Bodega Restaurante & Tapas Bar
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R3
(604) 684-8814
Categories:
Spanish,
Tapas Bars
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I first discovered La Bodega 10 years ago - it was great then and its great now. It's the first time I experienced a proper Sangria (served by the pitcher) and I've been lucky to introduce it to many of my friends who all love it the same way I do.…More »
17. Chada Thai
I'm not usually excited when my car needs some fixing up--but when I can try out a restaurant I've been meaning to get to for over a year--little car, you can keep on squeaking!
Showed up solo during the business lunch rush (read: full house!) and was…More »
18. Good Luck Dim Sum
San Francisco, CA 94118
USA
(415) 386-3388
Category:
Dim Sum
Neighbourhood: Inner Richmond
I don't think I've ever been so stuffed in my entire life...from $15 for 2 people. There's nothing like here in Vancouver -- but, oh how I wish there was! This is pigging out at it's best -- a tonne of food: bbq pork buns, shrimp and chive dumplings,…More »
19. Kam's Place - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6E 1M5
(604) 669-3389
Categories:
Singaporean,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
I mourn the because-the-rent-is-too-high loss of one of my favourite West End owners, Kam. The restaurant is under new ownership and Kam is off looking for a new place to set up roots.
But while the new management has made an entirely new menu of…More »
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2/9/2009
My favorite, walk to place for take away. The owner knows everyone - or at the very least, makes you… Read more »
20. Boneta Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A5
(604) 684-1844
Be warned - you will be smiling and bopping in your chair during your whole Boneta experience.
To start the evening, I surprised myself in choosing "The Vancouver" martini. Nothing in it sounded like what I would want in a drink, but I love my town…More »
21. Blue Chip Cookies
Vancouver, BC V6T 2A5
(604) 822-6999
I don't go to UBC. But my boyfriend does and I beg, beg, beg him to bring me home cookies. I think the ones he brings me are called Marbelous and Brazilian Crunch. I haven't paid much attention. He might be telling me about green tax (when you pay…More »
22. Ego Aveda Lifestyle Salon Store
Vancouver, BC V6H 3J3
(604) 697-9227
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
If you truly love a pampering - this is the place to be. But wait, it's not a spa, it's a salon. Don't be fooled thinking you're just chopping off some locks. Ego's different.
You get little extra specials when you get your hair coiffed here. Hand…More »
23. Gravity Pope Shoes
Shoe-a-holics be warned. You're leaving with at least one new pair of kicks. The only shoe store in town to have never disappointed me - in terms of selection and service (and the right size!).
From designer Marc by Marc Jacobs to staple brands like…More »
24. Sweet Obsession Cakes & Pastries
If I admitted just how many times I have been here, or just how many of their delectable desserts I have drooled over before taking a bite --you may think I'm an addict.
The St. Honore, mango cheesecake and everything chocolate in between - there…More »
25. Wicked Café - CLOSED
Intelligentsia beans, yummy teas, free wi-fi... but that's not why I'm getting vocal again about one of my favourite coffee shops....
The chicken and red pepper panini! Oh my word! The half sammie would have been satisfying enough, but the full order…More »
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4/17/2009
Lovely-and-loved! I always recommend this place for meetings. It's central, it takes away the… Read more »
26. Vij's Rangoli
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
(604) 736-5711
Category:
Indian
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
6 words: Portobello Mushroom and Red Bell Pepper Curry (plus chai tea -best I've had so far!).
I crave it, I eat it, i crave it more.
Lunch or dinner, rain or sun, I love it here. I've taken "boil in a bag market meals" on camping trips. They make…More »
27. CHANGE
Sorry guys, this review is strictly for gals. Unless you know any ladies who like sexy bras and panties that fit like they should.
Firstly - some edu-bra-cation (that I learned from the fabulous manager from the Change stores on W 10th and Broadway…More »
28. The Irish Heather
Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2
(604) 688-9779
Categories:
Irish,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Shabeen Room, Whiskey Wall,
Nights of drinking games...it has it all.
Oh, bring me your naysayers
Who say "The Heather has changed"
And I'll waltz right past the Heather's bar
Shabeen on my brain
Escaping out back
You'll hear lots of sounds
While your frown…More »
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4/7/2009
A shed a little tear for the move, I admit it. But it's only because of all of my fond memories tied… Read more »
29. M Smart Design - CLOSED
West Vancouver, BC V7T 2Z3
(778) 280-3610
Category:
Furniture Stores
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Strathcona
I have been carefully saving up for a big purchase because I fell in love at M Smart Design. The object of my desire? A natural latex mattress, breathable and sealed in organic merino wool. I know dreamy isn't it? (really, it's because I'm paranoid…More »
30. Aphrodite's Organic Café and Pie Shop
Vancouver, BC V6R 1N8
(604) 733-8308
Category:
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Even though this place charges a little more than what I'm usually willing to pay for things like pie ($7.50 a slice!) I think it's well worth it - organic and scrumptious all the way!
Their 3 course dinners might look expensive when you view them a…More »
31. Blenz
How good does it get? I've been to my fair share of Blenz locations- and I think this one takes the first prize for best service and funnest atmosphere (without being too over crowded).
It's clean, the coffee tastes great and there's lots of comfy…More »
32. La Bohème
Important notes - where this food stand can be found:
La Boheme makes the rounds through the summer.
-Portobello West (the last Sunday of every month)
-Trout Lake Farmers Market (Saturday's)
-Kitsilano Farmers Market (Sunday's)
How much do I wish that…More »
33. David Hunter Garden Centers
Yes and yippie - I didn't wear a jacket today as I skipped along to browse perennials, took in a whiff of blooming blossoms and contemplated just how to fit it all on my little balcony.
What is most impressive about this store is the quality. Other…More »
34. Cairo Nights
San Francisco, CA 94109
USA
(415) 931-6930
Category:
Hookah Bars
Neighbourhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin
Now this, this a girl like me can get used to!
BYOB? BYO-Grub? No way!
From the friendly and smiley owner, the laid back atmosphere and sweet smelling haze swirling with good conversations it will be tough for anything to beat this! It's on my list of…More »
35. Does Your Mother Know?
Vancouver, BC V6J 5L1
(604) 730-1110
Category:
Newspapers & Magazines
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I xoxo Does your Mother Know! It's the perfect place to get lost in after grabbing a coffee and escaping for a spell.
My only wish is that they had some sections named. When I'm just perusing, it's great to get lost, but when I've got 6 minutes on…More »
36. The Alembic
San Francisco, CA 94117
USA
(415) 666-0822
Categories:
Bars,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Haight-Ashbury
You rocked my taste buds with some tapas I've never experienced before.
Buttery rich bone marrow, pink-pickled-quail-eggs and salty-shishito peppers...I would've packed it all away in my purse if there was anything left over!
Oh and watch out - that's…More »
37. Social Bites
How it works:
-Reserve a spot online.
-Get directions to stranger's apartments/houses
-Buy your own bottle of wine (or two bottles of wine)
-Go with other strangers to the homes of strangers and eat a first course
-Go with other strangers to the homes of…More »
38. Bi-Rite Creamery
San Francisco, CA 94110
USA
(415) 626-5600
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Mission
The last time I had soft serve was a twisted cone at McD's...circa 1999. So you may imagine that my eyes were bright with anticipation, my lips were breaking into a smile and that I was practically begging by the time I made it through the line and…More »
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5/8/2009
Perhaps my 5 stars stems from the fact that I was blown away that on a Tuesday night there was a… Read more »
39. RZ Sport Club
When my biggest issue in going to the gym is actually getting motivated to get there, it doesn't help that the "free" parking pass, which used to be available at any time of the day how now changed to after 5 on weekdays and on the weekends. I guess…More »
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4/15/2009
Well, my legs are quivering and my arms twitch...plus I feel a little sweaty. I must have just… Read more »
40. Grouse Grind
What the F was I thinking? Me, new Community Manager, sitting on my little rump in front of the computer all day long, chomping up a storm of backyard goodies (my backyard being Vancouver), deciding to go for my FIRST ever time up the Grind...really,…More »
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Yelping SinceOctober 2008
Things I Lovefriendly neighbours, wine pairings, loose teas, sushi, local beer, fab bands in small clubs, independent bookstores, cooking, chocolate, reading, films, coffee, nerds, writing, eco-chic, environmental causes
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