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1. Burrard Bridge
Vancouver, BC V6E 4C2
Category:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I walk over this bridge twice a day on my ways to and from work. I've been doing that almost every Monday - Friday (and often on the weekends to get downtown) for over three years. I will NEVER tire of the scenery!
I used to find it a bit stressful as…More »
2. The Art Of Loving
It's a small store but I like the simple lay-out and organised feel of it. It's a quiet store but the staff are helpful when you need them. They always ask us if we need any help with anything.
The prices aren't bad and it's in my neighbourhood so…More »
3. Celebrities Nightclub
Vancouver, BC V6E 1M3
(604) 681-6180
Category:
Dance Clubs
Neighbourhoods: West End, Downtown
I used to prefer Celebrities when it was truer to its gaybar roots. I've since had off times when the crowd seemed almost homophobic. I even had one girl say something snotty and homophobic to her friend when I complimented her earrings. Like she…More »
4. Your Dollar Store With More
Vancouver, BC V6B
(604) 669-6031
Category:
Dollar Store
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
Often when I need stuff like thread or gift bags or a thermos I'll go here because it's close to my work. I usually find what I need and they have a decent section for party favour-type things.
It's not a very big store but they cover a good range of…More »
5. Chill Winston
Vancouver, BC V6A 1B2
(604) 288-9575
Category:
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
I've gone here several times now and I have to say the service really isn't very good. It doesn't seem to matter if it's busy or not. The service is sloooooooowwwwww....
I've only eaten here once and the food was ok, nothing memorable. There are just…More »
6. Spanish Banks
I love taking my dog to the off leash beach at Spanish Banks. It's such a relaxing beach despite all the pooches running around. My favourite time is when the tide's out and it seems like you could walk out to the freighters. There's something…More »
7. La Sagrada Família
08013 Barcelona
Spain
+34 932 073 031
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Churches,
Local Flavour
Neighbourhood: L'Eixample
There is really nothing that I can say that could add to what the other reviewers have written about. I was in Barcelona with three co-workers, two of whom had never been to Spain. I could tell they really weren't sure when I told them that we had to…More »
8. Quarry Rock
I really like Quarry Rock for an easy to fit in hike on the weekends. It's a breeze to get to from the 2nd Narrows bridge and it's not that hard to find parking.
It only takes about 30 minutes to get up and if you've got the time for a picnic the…More »
9. Dollarama
This is the best dollar store I've found in Vancouver. It's HUGE! The selection is great and their seasonal choices always get me what I need.
I'm making a costume for someone and we got 7 black feather boas for $2 each! I got a velvety black top hat…More »
10. U-Bag
Lucky me! I have a personal pre-shopper. I went for lunch with a friend the other day who's very stylish so I always check out her head-to-toe ensemble. On this day she had a beautiful leather backpack. Tired of my well-worn MEC pack that's great for…More »
11. Bijou Brigitte Modische Accesoires
28013 Madrid
Spain
+34 913 604 858
Neighbourhood: Sol
I had been into one of their stores in Pamplona but was looking for "made in Spain' items so I'd resisted temptation. By the time I got to Madrid Amex had sent me a new credit card (lost my wallet in Barcelona) and I had found Spanish gifts for my…More »
12. Yaletown Brewing Company
Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9
(604) 681-2739
Categories:
Nightlife,
Breweries,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I went for lunch with some work peeps last week and was surprised how good the food is.
I had their chicken schnitzel sandwich (hold the bun) with a salad. The salad had their own Dijon vinaigrette on it. It was not to oily and had good flavour. The…More »
13. New Look Laser
Vancouver, BC V5X 3V8
(604) 325-4844
Category:
Laser Hair Removal
Neighbourhood: Sunset
I think I've figured out the solution to my problems with this place. ONLY HAVE SANDY/SANDI (?) TAKE CARE OF ME. She was the first person I dealt with and I finally got her again. There was no complaining about the groupon, the owner, what have you.…More »
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4/2/2012
Well I have to say this place has got some problems. Each time I go I get a new person and each time… Read more »
14. UBC Hospital Urgent Care
This morning I was woken up by a panicked text from my teen who'd slept with a ring on the wrong finger which was now swollen to the point that the ring wouldn't come off.
After waiting 45 minutes at our neighbourhood walk-in clinic to be told they…More »
15. Goodyear Canada
Vancouver, BC V5N 3G2
(604) 255-8494
Categories:
Auto Repair,
Tires
Neighbourhoods: Strathcona, Grandview-Woodlands
I've been going to Goodyear for years now. As much as I hate having to pay anything on my vehicle I know that I can trust these guys to take good care of me and not rip me off.
Today I went in as the van was making a thunking noise. Turned out that…More »
16. Obama
08007 Barcelona
Spain
+34 933 016 524
Category:
Bars
Neighbourhood: L'Eixample
We were walking by trying to decide where to go and were lured in by a guy promising a free shooter (yep, we're weak).
This place has the strangest decor I've ever seen. A throwback to the British Empire in India with a life-size figure of US…More »
17. Thai Star Restaurant
This place was in between where a friend and I live so we met in the middle for dinner. It wasn't awful but there are too many other options in life for me to be compelled to return.
If you like good portions for decent prices you could be fine with…More »
18. Cachitos
08007 Barcelona
Spain
+34 662 475 145
Category:
Restaurants
Neighbourhood: L'Eixample
When the tall, gorgeous blonde in the short, tight skirt started talking in Spanish to one of my colleagues he froze. When she told us to follow her, the other guy said 'anywhere'. I'm surprised we ever left this place.
It's a large room with three…More »
19. Posada Fuente de la Aceña
This restored 300-year-old flour mill is so beautiful. Set right on the water (duh say the flour mill geeks), all the rooms have a balcony, with views of the River Duero.
We had a delicious dinner in their restaurant that focuses on fresh local…More »
20. Cafeteria 7 del Siete
We were staying at the hotel next door and didn't feel like paying 16 euros for breakfast there. This little place next door was perfect!
For 5 euros I got a delicious coffee, freshly squeezed (while we sat there) OJ and a scrambled egg/sausage mix on…More »
21. Happy Pills
08007 Barcelona
Spain
+34 933 043 097
Category:
Sweet Shops
Neighbourhood: L'Eixample
Although I didn't actually buy any candy (silly of me really) this store made me feel like a kid in a candy store. Actually I felt like an adult in a candy store that was filled with magic candies that would make me happy. OK that's just weird but so…More »
22. NOVO Pizzeria and Wine Bar
Vancouver, BC V6J 3H6
(604) 736-2220
Went for supper with the family last night. This is not where you go if you want a cheap family pizza night. This is where you go if you want delicious, premium pizza in a comfortable but classy venue. We had a bottle of the Fontanafredda Briccotondo…More »
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10/15/2011
A sudden change of plans had us going to a movie at the 5th Ave Cinema at 9:30. We were early and… Read more »
23. Cal Llop Origen
This is a beautiful little hotel in the quiet town of Gratallops.
We arrived late and they kept the kitchen open for us. The food was really good! We realised quickly that we'd ordered too much and it was getting late so we asked them to stop…More »
24. Taberna Herrerias
We were taken here by the winemaker for Compañia de Vinos Telmo Rodríguez so perhaps we were spoiled but oh lordy the food was good!
One of my favourite items were the anchovies that were flattened, lightly breaded and possibly pan-fried. Their…More »
25. El Ñeru
We were trying to decide where to eat so I pulled up the trusty yelp App and found Suzanne's review for this place. It was just down the street from our hotel so we decided to give it a whirl.
When we arrived the place was packed - a good sign - but…More »
26. Pho Nhuan
Vancouver, BC V5M 2J6
(604) 434-8681
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Renfrew-Collingwood
The hubby and I were at Superstore feeling hungry and cranky. Hungry + Angry = Hangry! I checked my yelp App to find Pho somewhere nearby and this place popped up. It's a small hole in the wall. A couple of the small tables seemed so cramped I think…More »
27. Hotel Intur Palacio San Martín
I found this place through expedia. It's located right in the thick of Madrid so very convenient. There's public parking nearby if you have a car.
I'd asked for twin beds and we got a queen size. I actually never slept in the bed as we partied until…More »
28. Calgary International Airport
So it's no YVR but it's not bad as far as airports go. There are decent places to grab a bite and a pint. The free WiFi is so-so. There's a candy store where I get my Red Vines licorice. It's clean and comfortable. If I have to hang out in an airport…More »
29. Palacio Guendulain
This place is beautiful and the staff were lovely.
Our room had window that opened up to a view of the back courtyard with all its vintage, classic cars. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was plush with lovely bathrobes, towels and nice…More »
30. Casey's Grill Bar
The Toronto airport doesn't offer a lot of choices unfortunately. When I got here two friends were waiting and thank goodness one of them shared his food with me or I would have gone hungry - the service was the pits. I did manage to get a Bloody…More »
Recently updated lists from Luisa D.
Adventures in Portland (12)We went for the first time in 2011. We'll be going back and I guarantee the adventures will be even better! |
Davie Street from West to East and back again (18)Davie St runs from the West End through the Davie Village to Granville to Yaletown. It's a diverse street with something for everyone. I've included a few places that run adjacent to Davie St. |
My Kitsilano (57)This is where I live. These are the places in my neighbourhood |
Let's Get Physical! (12)I eat therefore I exercise. |
Top of the food chain baby! (21)You know what's better than being a vegetarian/vegan? Being at the top of the food chain! I'm a conscientious omnivore and these places do meat and seafood right! |
FTR - First to Review (35)Beat you to it!(not including Elite events and out of Vancouver FTRs) |
For the Love of Fur Babies! (6)I love my pets. Here's where I go to get the stuff/care they need. I now order their food through http://spud.ca |
My Yaletown (37)I work in Yaletown and these are the places I've checked out. |
Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing (12)Listening to your iPod's cool and all but there's nothing like seeing your favourite bands live! |
April Challenge: The Underdog (30)I'll try to write a review every day for a business that I like that have less than 10 reviews. |
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Yelping SinceJuly 2009
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When I'm Not Yelping...I import wine and raise a family.
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