I’m a big fan of Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, and here in the Pacific Northwest we’re blessed to have an abundance of properties to choose from; in Vancouver we have The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, The Fairmont Waterfront, Fairmont Pacific Rim, The Fairmont Vancouver Airport, in Victoria there’s The Fairmont Empress and in Seattle, The Fairmont…
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Friday Find: Saj & Co, a one-of-a-kind eatery
While judging the recent Vancouver Foodster Stacked Sandwich Challenge I had the fortune to have a dining experience at Saj & Co. The small, unassuming Davie Street eatery is a bakery, cafe serving authentic, traditional Lebanese cuisine. Charismatic Chef – Owner Malek Anouti commands the show hovering over his piping hot saj (a convex griddle,…
A Whistler getaway to Nita Lake Lodge
One of the hidden gems in Whistler Village is tucked aways just south of the main village. Nita Lake Lodge sits on the shores of its namesake, Nita Lake, near Creekside Village. The luxurious boutique property features 77 spacious suites, from the 500 square foot studios to the ultimate getaway 1450 square foot Rainforest Suite,…
Sustenance Festival 2015
Just as we’ve celebrated the fall harvest and what we’re thankful for, Vancouver’s Sustenance Festival keeps the city’s focus to food. Starting tomorrow, dozens of community, food inspired events take over the city from art exhibits, workshops, potlucks, walks and talks. Themed “As We Are Together”, Community Centres and venues all around will be filled with…
Friday Find – Acura TLX
Just in time to wrap up the last days of summer, I had the chance to try out the Acura TLX. The peppy sport-sedan was a great summer ride, from the first moment of stepping on the accelerator I was impressed by the smooth ride of the TLX. The sleek sporty stylings hid a surprisingly…
Get ready for Taste of Yaletown 2015
We’re just a week away from the 11th Annual Taste Of Yaletown! From October 15th to October 29th, the yearly exploration of the tastes, flavours and libations of Yaletown challenges the chefs of the ‘hood to bring out the best of the culinary scene. Fixe Prix menus at $25, $35 & $45 will be offered…
Fraser River Lodge
This summer, I had the privilege of attending a good friend’s wedding at the beautiful Fraser River Lodge in Agassiz, BC. The majestic yet rustic luxury log lodge is perched on the edge of the mighty Fraser River. Surrounded by 18 acres of private land with a 2000 foot shoreline, guests are treated to stunning views…