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…
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Food Talks – Vol 13 : UBC – October 27, 2015
It’s been a while since the last Food Talks so it’s time for a fall edition of Vancouver Foodster’s food education series. Food Talks Volume 13, takes place October 27, 2015 at UBC’s Sage Restaurant. This evening allows foodies and their friends to mingle and learn about the UBC food, nutrition and hospitality services. Start…
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…
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…
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…
Picks of the Week – September 23, 2015
The first day of fall doesn’t mean and end of finding lots of entertainment in the picks of the week to fill your days. Country: award winning country singer / songwriter Brantley Gilbert plays the Commodore Ballroom tonight Industrial: ground-breaking electo-industrial outfit Front Line Assembly are at Venue tonight Folk: Canadian singer / songwriter Ron…