Books have been around for millennia and don’t seem to be going anywhere soon. Reading allows people to communicate, learn and escape. Provide the reader on your Christmas Shopping list with the opportunity to escape into another world hidden in the pages of a new book. One of the most popular escapes in pop-culture is…
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Christmas Shopping for Foodies
Vancouver has a plethora of great eateries, with more popping up every week. It’s no wonder so many Vancouverites are big fans of good eating. How do you check the foodie off your Christmas Shopping list with so many great dining choices? Just in time for Christmas giving, Tourism Vancouver’s 13th Annual Dine Out Festival…
Find Great Finds at Walrus
Located in the heart of the Cambie Village, Walrus is a boutique filled with creatively curated brands and pieces with an emphasis on Canadian brands. I recently attended an in-store event for the launch of the Native Shoes Spring Summer 2014 line at the shop and was impressed by the vast array of goods in…
Christmas Gift Ideas 2013 – Fun for Foodies.
Almost everyone has a food lover on their shopping list, Vancouver’s renowned food scene offers so many gift options it’s hard to choose. There’s the great options of food baskets and gift hampers from gourmet shops like The Gourmet Warehouse or Urban Fare. For something more one of a kind perhaps a food experience is…
Christmas Gift Ideas 2013 – Local Liquor
With recent changes in BC Liquor laws (and more to come), there is a plethora of great distilleries and breweries popping up alongside the Lower Mainland already renowned wineries. There’s something for everyone; Long Table Distillery, Victoria Spirits, Odd Society Spirits, Liberty Distillery, Yaletown Distillery / Brewery, Granville Island Brewery, Brassneck Brewery, Parallel 49 Brewing, Vancouver…
Christmas Gift Ideas 2013 – Socks & Undies
Socks and Underwear are probably one of the most common gifts is also one of the most taken for granted. Surprise you loved ones with socks and underwear that they’ll be happy to unwrap. Socks from InStance offer up something different from the boring blacks or whites. Brighten up your feet with great, fun looks…
Christmas Gift Ideas 2013 – Strongbody Apparel
Look good, feel good,is a term that applies even more with local fitness-wear company Strongbody Apparel. Strongbody Apparel was founded as an alternative to the ubiquitous fitness gear seen on nearly every butt in Vancouver. By concentrating on creating high quality, stylish locally-made apparel, Strongbody is standing out from the crowded streets and gyms filled with…