It’s the time of year for fear! Fright Nights takes over Playland starting next Frightday, October 9th. Scare up some fun in 7 haunted houses, The Monsters of Schlock comedy-stunt show, Radiant Heat Fire Troupe and 15 hair-raising rides including the extreme pendulum ride The Beast. All the scares you need are included with the price…
Tasting Plates Kitsilano West – recap
Last night, Tasting Plates Kitsilano West took us on a food adventure around the West Side. Established neighbourhood faves on West 4th and some food finds on West Broadway welcomed tasting platers. Check-in was at the 3 month old, Essentia Café at 3498 W Broadway. Bringing Vancouver a modern European coffee experience, Essentia Cafe served a pair…
Picks of the Week – September 30, 2015
Hard to believe it’s already the end of September! Let’s see if these picks of the week will keep you busy as we’re starting out autumn Taste: Tonight is a chance to explore some of the new and familiar restaurants along West Broadway on Tasting Plates Kitsilano West Gig: While hearing “Chelsea Dagger”, can be like a…
Modern Cafe, Nanaimo
Located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, Modern Cafe is a historic heart of the Harbour City. Since 1946, the Cafe is seen the downtown’s ebbs and flows, having become a centrepiece of the resurgence of Commercial Street. The classic 1940’s refurbished neon sign serves as a beacon to the location. While at first glance…
My Top 10 Bond Themes
This week, Sam Smith debuted his new single, Writing’s On The Wall, (click to listen on Spotify) the theme song for the upcoming 24th Bond film, Spectre. As with many Bond themes, the single has generated much discussion as people debate the track’s merits. It will take some time and the movie’s release to see…
Friday Find: Pure Float
Floatation and sensory deprivation tanks have been around for a while but I’ve been hesitant to try one because the thought of feeling sealed into the small tank. When I had the chance to check out Pure Float in downtown Vancouver I was pleasantly surprised to find a floatation room instead of a small tank….
ROVE A Mount Pleasant Art Walk
Ready, set, ROVE! This Friday evening, ROVE A Mount Pleasant Art Walk, invites you to explore Mount Pleasant and the neighbourhood’s art scene. ROVE is a one-night art event that designates a path for people to explore select galleries and art studios within a short walk or cycle from one another. The free event includes…