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1. West End Senior Network Clothes & Collectibles Store
Somewhere deep in the heart of the West End's Denman Place Mall is an adorably quaint thrift store run by some of the most charming people you're likely to meet -- especially in a second-hand shop. I'm talking about the West End Senior Network…More »
2. Russian World
Vancouver, BC V6A 4L4
(604) 687-5762
Categories:
Books, Mags, Music and Video,
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Strathcona
In a city where a new building or business pops up seemingly out of nowhere almost every day, I make the overarching assumption that if I haven't noticed a store before, then it must be new. Not so, apparently. If Russian World has taught me…More »
3. Planet Bingo
Vancouver, BC V5T 3E7
(604) 879-8930
Categories:
Hobby Shops,
Casinos
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Don't let the lingering bluish haze of cigarette smoke outside the entrance deter you -- once you go through the doors of Planet Bingo you will find the friendliest, most helpful, most hilarious, and definitely the most unique characters you're…More »
4. Fifth Avenue Cinemas
Vancouver, BC V6J 3H6
(604) 734-8700
Category:
Cinema
Neighbourhoods: Kitsilano, Fairview Slopes
Fifth Avenue Cinemas warms the twee cockles of me 'art, it does. Intimate with an art-house lean, this is one theatre that I adore.
The popcorn is huge, cheap, buttery, non-GMO, and oh-so delicious. Their seats may be a bit worn, but lovingly so. A…More »
5. Three Bags Full
Full disclosure: I don't knit. It's not that I haven't attempted to be a knitter, because I have - on multiple occasions! But try as I might, I just can't get the knack of knit to stick. So instead of owning a diverse collection of cozies and socks…More »
6. Old Faithful Shop
Vancouver, BC V6B 1E5
(778) 327-9376
Category:
Home Decor
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Old Chum is one of my all time favourite Tumblrs. Looking through the pages and pages of its posts is like digging through stacks upon stacks of unorganized books only to find that each one is as much a jewel as the last. A paragon of Canadiana of…More »
7. Dressew Supply
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H6
(604) 682-6196
Category:
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Oh c'mon, Dressew. Why you gotta be so bloody cheap? For those in the know, you know what I'm talking about. Dressew is this strange mega sewing-supply store with the most inexpensive random crap (and I mean this in the most lovingly way) that one…More »
8. Le Marché St.George
Vancouver, BC V5V 2K6
(604) 565-5107
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Cafes,
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
I wish every business would take a page from Marché St George's book, because this shop is exactly how my romantic little brain imagines the perfect general store to be. Minimally stocked with locally-sourced and artisan wares, this tiny corner store…More »
9. Button Button
Vancouver, BC V6B 2V2
(604) 687-0067
Category:
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Button, button! Who's got the button!?
Well, I do actually. You might even say I have a plethora of buttons. Jars upon jars upon bags in boxes of buttons fill my closet craft-ish space (disclaimer: I do NOT have a "craft corner" nor am I "crafty." I…More »
10. DeSerres
Vancouver, BC V5M 2E1
(604) 681-7351
Categories:
Home Decor,
Art Supplies
Neighbourhood: Renfrew-Collingwood
I'm no artist, nor have I ever claimed to be, but I *have* been known to be sucked into the vortex that is DIY-style random projects which have usually been found in that larger vortex known as the internets. If it can be made by someone else, than…More »
11. Louie H Y Cash and Carry
Vancouver, BC V6A 2K5
(604) 253-8488
Categories:
Convenience Stores,
Wholesale Stores
Neighbourhood: Strathcona
This is probably one of those reviews that I shouldn't write, based solely on the "underground local secret" thing it's got going on. But really, when I think about it, it's not *that* amazing. It's the ghetto Costco. It's where all of those weird…More »
12. Tru-Valu Optical
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1J9
(604) 873-3941
Category:
Eyewear & Opticians
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
Tru-Valu is gonna save you SO much that they even skimped on vowels.
I don't know, I have a hard time giving this place *any* stars. I mean, it's not that good. The selection: not that good. The service: not that good. The eye exam: nope, not... not…More »
13. Big Lou's Butcher Shop
Vancouver, BC V6A 0B6
(604) 566-9229
Categories:
Meat Shops,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Downtown Eastside
I'm a sucker for meat. For real though. And cured meat? Gimme some of that and I'm putty in the hands of the provider.
A tribute to old school butcher shops, a stylish addition to Vancouver's food scene, a welcome change in the Railtown landscape, Big…More »
14. Vogue Theatre
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L2
(604) 331-7900
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
Uncomfortable seats, sure. Overpriced drinks, absolutely. Beautiful Art Deco building with phenomenal sound quality, without a doubt. Rumours of spirit-dwellers, be damned -- the Vogue is a gorgeous achievement in what was once Vancouver's notorious…More »
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Yelping SinceApril 2011
Things I Lovesecret suppers, paper products, vintage shops, libraries, open spaces, rainy days, rubber boots, a good glass of wine, the perfect cup of coffee
Find Me Inthe most impractically adorable vintage shoes
My Hometowntiny prairie towns
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...amassing amazing fabric to add to my ever-growing collection
Why You Should Read My Reviewsmy taste: impecable. my reviews: fair.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadKafka on the Shore
My First ConcertRaffi, at the age of 6
My Favourite MoviePrincess Mononoke
My Last Meal On Earthtoasted peanut butter, honey & banana sandwich
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...Gn'R 4 life
Current CrushBill freaking Murray!