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Justin "Perpetually Procrastinated Penmanship" C.'s Profile

Vancouver In A Day

I had originally planned to start this day much earlier, with a 9am breakfast of delicious waffles at Medina, but after a mid-day half pound burger with sweet potato fries and a Nutella shake at Lunchbox Lab, followed by the Grande Degustation tasting menu at Rover's in Seattle the night before, I had somewhat of a food hangover come Sunday morning. After waking up later than intended, I wasted another 60-90 minutes heading to Vancouver, freaking out because I thought I forgot my passport, driving back, only to find it on the floorboard once I got back to the hotel. So, once I finally got on the road for real my day actually started, here are the pictures and recap: http://www.flickr.com/photos/wedoitforlove/sets/72157623386115160/

1. 49th Parallel Coffee

2152 W 4th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6K 1N6
Canada
(604) 420-4901

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighborhood: Kitsilano

8/30/2010

This is my favorite coffee shop, anywhere. Granted, my experience with them is limited essentially to this year, as I just recently became a convert, but in that time I've definitely been in my fair share of some of the best around. After missing my…More »

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2. Bloedel Floral Conservatory

4600 Cambie St
Vancouver, BC V6J 5L1
Canada
(604) 257-8584

Category: Parks

Neighborhood: Riley Park

9/1/2010

The Bloedel Floral Conservatory is a pretty amazing place; I cannot believe they almost had to shut down due to lack of funding. Actually, I can almost believe that, because I had a hell of a time finding it, despite knowing exactly where it was…More »

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3. Japa Dog

899 Burrard St
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6
Canada

Categories: Hot Dogs, Food Stands, Japanese

Neighborhood: Downtown

9/13/2010

I came to Vancouver, I had a Japadog. Sadly, for so many people this is about 90% of what they know to do when they come here, thanks in part to media coverage from so many different outlets, be it Ice Cube, Steven Segal, or Anthony Bourdain (…More »

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4. Stanley Park

1166 Stanley Park Dr
Vancouver, BC V6J 5L1
Canada
(604) 873-7000

Category: Parks

Neighborhood: Coal Harbour

9/17/2010

Stanley Park could easily be considered one of the modern (although it was designed in 1888) marvels of urban planning. Vancouverites are so incredibly fortunate to have such a beautiful natural escape from the sprawling landscape of concrete and…More »

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5. G Sports Bar & Grill

1208 Granville St
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M4
Canada
(604) 687-7684

Category: Sports Bars

Neighborhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District

9/27/2010

Apparently last year's Super Bowl between the Saints and the Colts was the most watched in NFL history. While almost all of my American friends and family were glued to their TV sets, enjoying one of the best football games ever played, I was…More »

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6. Vij's Restaurant

1480 W 11th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
Canada
(604) 736-6664

Category: Indian

Neighborhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville

10/26/2010

Vij's was the perfect finale to my day in Vancouver, and a real revelation on the art of Indian cuisine. I've tried a wealth of flavors since discovering how much I liked Indian food several years ago, even experimenting some at home, but nothing…More »

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Recently updated lists from Justin C.

The Music Moves Me (8) Here you can catch live concerts, small indie bands trying to get their name out, or just a good local guitarist on certain nights. Either way, they're all great spots to hear something that doesn't sound like a fly buzzing in your ear.	Veg-I-Might (34) It takes a bit of convincing, but sometimes I like to stray away from a meal heavily subsidized by meat. These places at least cater to that blasphemy in a decent way, whether they be good or bad in actual execution.
No Walls Needed (60) Like the idea or not, mobile food is becoming more popular every month in major cities across our country. The lower cost of doing business, partly from no rental costs and typically self-employed labor, gives us quite often some very unique food ideas at relatively cheap costs compared to your standard restaurant. If you're going to venture out there and have something different, I suggest trying some of these places in your quest for ultimate food bliss.	Latin Love (25) The cuisines of Central and South America are all greatly different from country to country, but generally feature some of my favorite peppers and hearty dishes that are great in any season. From tacos to ceviches, stews, wonderful beans and grains, they are simple at heart but full in flavor. Unfortunately this is the only Latin list I'll make that doesn't feature Sofia Vergara or Alessandra Ambrosio.
Oh No They Didn't! (49) Avoid these places if you like any of the following things: your health, your safety, your money, your friends. You are very likely to lose any or all of the above by visiting them. These are the worst of the bad places I've been to, and you do not want to be on this list if you're a business (and somehow still IN business).	Crafty Cocktails (34) When I stray away from my love of craft beer it's more often than not because the cocktail list is so appealing I just can't resist. I really appreciate bars that come up with their own unique mixes, and here are some of my favorites.
The Great Outdoors (16) There's so much beauty outside the walls we find ourselves in every day. Get out there and enjoy it before we ruin it!	Memories of Miami (10) For one week straight I ate and drank my way through Miami and South Beach, stopping occasionally to dance, sleep, or lay in the sun. This list serves as a chronological journal of that trip.
Delicious Treats (38) Because not every bit of food has to come during a regular meal, here are the shops I like to go to for those in between cravings.	When Ireland calls... (12) These are the places inspired by the greatest island on Earth, both good and bad. Just being a bar isn't enough, the ambiance plays a key role in making the perfect true pub, restaurant or novelty shop.