Like a combination farmer's market/ green products market, this new sweet collection of vendors come together 4 days a week, in four different locations on the north shore.
I checked out the Lynn Valley Square gathering at
(1277 Lynn Valley Rd) It's…More »
If that many people are willing to work on a freezing cold, but sunny and crisp Saturday, then how can I complain?
It was burr-ific!
The Roaming Dragon was there, as was the GoGo Java truck; This one woman espresso-mobile is a rockin' with the…More »
Category:
Apartments
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
This review is for the outside spaces and Seawalk. I've not seen the condo units. This past weekend there were hundreds of people enjoying the Love Vancouver, Love your Planet festival in the Olympic Village courtyard. https://www.facebook.c...
The…More »
The 2011 C.o.L is even better than 2010 was. We watched China's entry and we were all blown away. It was seriously impressive. After seeing this show it's going to be hard to get excited about another one.
On a more personal note, I have to say I…More »
Summer of 2010.
WoW !
Last night we saw Spain's entry into the CoL festival on English Bay. It was a…
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Categories:
Shopping,
Specialty Food
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Strathcona
We're not much for night activities so we got super lucky driving past Keefer Street when I spotted this small night market.
I had just been saying how I've not been to the giant Richmond night market and lamenting on how far it was as the Vancouver…More »
I know no one wants to give up on Summer just yet, but for me as Fall enters our seasonal stage I can't help but to look forward to the highlights of the coming season.
My favourite holiday is Halloween, and immediately afterward, Dia De Los Muertos…More »
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
This was an Intimate assembly of Fair trade/ Direct trade organizations exhibiting their wares.
We got a wholesome vibe right upon entering, where we were offered coffee samples from Level Ground, a roaster from Vancouver Island that deals directly…More »
Wow! big turnout for this event. This was my first "Greek Day" here in Vancouver and (although this is no Danforth Toronto Greek Festival), there was a great vibe in the street that included a lot of well behaved people having fun, no drunks, and…More »
Category:
Arts & Entertainment
Neighbourhood: Kensington-Cedar Cottage
The best and most well attended community festival we've experienced thus far ! There had to be about a thousand people walking around, some with kids, others with dogs, all enjoying the warm sun and perfect breeze. Lots of places to sit under the…More »
Category:
Local Flavour
Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown
Epic is a great platform for sustainable businesses to introduce their products and services to the community.
The attendees are the target market.
That is anyone who's interested in making personal changes for the big picture of a greener Vancouver…More »
This free outdoor venue had a lot to offer for us. We watched a young juggling troupe, ("Cirque-wanna-be's) delighted the crowd. The stage is set up at one side of the ice rink and offering a variety entertainment day and night.
We walked past the ice…More »
Here's an Olympic venue that is both relaxing and sophisticated on the North shore.
With a stage and live music, a large screen for viewing the sport events, and a really nice outdoor area to enjoy it. When we were there on Sunday, there were about…More »
Category:
Farmers Market
Neighbourhood: Marpole
I met the adorable and charming JP at the Home Show in Spring and I was so impressed with how knowledgeable he is about herbs and spices. He told me about how he travels the globe in search of outstanding products to bring back home.
Lately I caught…More »
Places out of the hive. (13)Places you could miss out on if your focus is mainstream. |
Mountain hikes and easy rambles YVR (22)Want to go hiking or for a long easy walk?Here are some ideas! |
"Wanna get outta Dodge"? (28)Here's a few ideas for you for an overnight, or just a day trip. |
North shore businesses and attractions. (33)Yo! The north shore is NOT the north pole. It's a only hop over the bridge or a ferry ride away. The quality of shops, cafe's and restaurants is worth the ride or trip. |
Tail waggers welcome here (17)Vancouver places where pooches Yelp. |
Free Stuff! (20)Things to do around Van. that won't bust yer budget. |
Connect the dots on a coffee shop journey. (47)I love a good cappuccino made from a quality bean and respectfully treated. I've visited a lot of cafes in Vancouver and all the way south to San Luis Obispo California.Also eastward from BC to Ontario. I love a good cup, good service and ambiance is very important to me too. These are my faves. |
Fi*ve st*rs of awesomeness (13)I like to savor my stars & so I don't give out 5 very often. I'm just like that. |
Gluten Free/ Dairy free eats. (59)Places that offer G.F. and D.F. items.*Warning: I am NO vegan! |
Come on over to the VEV ! (20)The Vancouver East Village (dot ca) that is. There's so many small independent businesses over here. What we all call 'hidden gems' and some not so hidden, like Campagnolo Roma and the Red Wagon. Yup! those are in the VEVFollow @VanEastVillage on Twitter too. |
"Somewhere between bliss and a hard place."
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Yelping SinceMarch 2006
Things I LoveSmall business promotion, desert scenery, long drives, global music, unusual people, late afternoon light, good hugs, dear friends, my sweetie's face, dark chocolate, great memories, dogs, and people that smile back.
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