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Things that are good for the soul :)
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1. Bikram's Yoga Metrotown
Vancouver, BC V5R 5W2
(604) 451-3473
Categories:
Specialty Schools,
Yoga
Neighbourhoods: Killarney, Renfrew-Collingwood
Hands down, the best Bikram's studio in the Vancouver area. Clean, great staff and teachers, DRY (this is important!) and not smelly at all (also really important!)
I love that there are two rooms (the smaller of the two has a beautiful view of the…More »
2. Spa Diva Esthetics Studio
Vancouver, BC V6G 1B2
(604) 602-7183
Categories:
Skin Care,
Massage,
Hair Removal
Neighbourhood: West End
Maggie, you're the bomb.
I will now forever make the journey out to Coal Harbour to see this wonderful lady, whose medical assessment, attention to detail and insane massage skills made this the best pedicure I have ever had. I nearly floated out of…More »
3. Pulpfiction Books
I have been frequenting Pulp for about 8 years - I remember when they had the tiny shop a few doors down - and they have never failed to make me happy. No other used bookstore in Vancouver manages to have shelf after shelf of books that I want to…More »
4. Bard On the Beach Shakespeare Festival
We went to see Antony and Cleopatra on Friday night, and absolutely loved the show, the atmosphere and the laid back attitude!
It is truly a mark of humankind's appreciation for great art that a bunch of 400 year old plays can still draw large crowds…More »
5. Burgoo Bistro
Vancouver, BC V5T 3G5
(604) 873-1441
Category:
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
So many local restaurants seem to be trying to capitalize on "modern diner classics" lately, but Burgoo is the true innovator and leader in this area. I swear it is their "gooey cheese grillers" and mac and cheese that has caused myriad copycats to…More »
6. Open Door Yoga
My sanctuary, my second home and my sanity-keeper!
Open Door and its eclectic team of amazing teachers is a great, afforable studio for anyone to practice yoga, from beginners to advanced yogis. The hatha and power hatha classes are challenging,
…More »
7. Wreck Beach
Favourite place in Vancouver. I don't know what more I can say than that! Completely relaxing, culturally diverse and about a million stairs to keep the yahoos out. An excerpt from a piece I wrote on my blog about Wreck:
"I frequent a nude beach.
But…More »
8. Cupcakes On Denman
Vancouver, BC V6G 2M9
(604) 974-1300
If "Cupcakes" was somehow embodied as a person I would cover them with tiny kisses and smack them playfully on their rear and tell them I love them.
I am not even a big fan of sweets, to be honest, but the smell, the aesthetic experience and the…More »
9. Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Centre
Vancouver, BC V6B 4N6
(604) 689-0421
Categories:
Tours,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Wooowwwweee!
I am a lucky lady and have a tourism passport (because I work in a museum) which entitles me to free admission to pretty much any and every tourist attraction in the lower mainland.
I had never, ever been up to the Lookout (despite…More »
10. Bombay Brow Bar
Vancouver, BC V6B
(604) 683-2769
Category:
Beauty and Spas
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
My BFF is getting married tomorrow, and we were lamenting the fact that she wasn't going to have time to get her brows done. She is extremely fair, and so it isn't the biggest deal if she plucks them herself, but it is always nice to get them…More »
11. Flaming June Day Spa
Vancouver, BC V5L 2Y6
(604) 253-2001
Category:
Day Spas
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I have been visiting Flaming June for years, and have always had great service. Today I visited for a facial, and really liked the professional yet warm esthetician. I had lost my gift certificate purchased before Christmas and the front desk clerk…More »
12. Gorilla Food
Vancouver, BC V6B 2Z4
(604) 684-3663
Categories:
Vegan,
Live/Raw Food
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Given my fierce love of gravy, cheese and fish (not together....although?) one might not expect me to crave raw, gluten free food - but I am also a yogi and kind of a hippie at heart, and I love it here!
I often go on mini-cleanses (and one big…More »
13. Saravanaa Bhavan Indian Restaurant
While on a cleanse that did not allow gluten, dosas at Saravanaa Bhavan became a staple in my diet. Paper Masala Dosa, a humongous version of the popular South Indian breakfast item, is my favourite option on a menu that includes idlis, vadas and a…More »
Recently updated lists from Jessica O.
My Very Favourites (42)A list of my 5-star reviews, where you can find me sipping, slurping, tasting, yoga-ing, relaxing and choosing to spend my dough- my favourite places in the city, hands down. |
Jessica's Eateries to Avoid! (17)Not to be a negative nancy, but before you part with your hard earned cash you should be warned! |
The Brunch Glutton Has Her Say (19)My reviews of Brunch joints in the order that I likes 'em. |
Vancouver Sushi Hits and Misses. (12)I am a fierce sushi fan.... and critic! Here is where I can be found imbibing sake and mixing up wasabi.... the good, the mediocre and the bad. |
Yummy Veggie-Friendly Fast Food Joints! (16)Great places to grab a quick bite, all of which have kickass vegetarian and pescetarian options. |
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Vancouver, BC
Yelping SinceJanuary 2010
Things I Lovewriting, yoga, reading, film, travel, celebrity gossip, sushi, my monster cats, vintage neon signs
Find Me InThe Downtown Eastside, staring at old buildings
My HometownVancouver, BC
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I am studying, traveling or working at the museum
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI love food and I love to write. A match made in heaven!
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadBuddha Is as Buddha Does - Lama Surya Das
My First ConcertViolent Femmes when I was 10
My Favourite MovieHedwig and the Angry Inch
My Last Meal On EarthPoutine dipped in curry mayo and a spicy tuna roll
Don't Tell Anyone Else But.......I am an expert on celebrity gossip
Most Recent DiscoveryThe Pack a.d.
Current CrushErik on True Blood