My second day in Costa Mesa I decided to do something I infrequently do, shop. Luckily for me South Coast Plaza was a just steps away from my hotel, so after a bit of time in the gym, a hearty breakfast and a small prayer that I’d find something that fit, I was off. You can win your…
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Costa Mesa – Avenue of the Arts Hotel #TravelCostaMesa
Whether you are heading to Costa Mesa to shop at South Coast Plaza, play at Disneyland, hit the nearby beaches, or attend an event at one of the city’s many art centers, you are going to want to spend a few days to explore the vibrant area. I suggest you book into the Wyndham Avenue of the…
Spring Into Spring and Nail Your Nails
This spring the CND™ Garden Muse Collection has arrived colours reminiscent of floral spring gardens. I dropped my usually very nude nails and went a little bolder with some sparkly pink. I even got some fish net-like stamps done. I’m not usually a fancy pants nail person, but it’s been fun living on the wild side these past…
Sidecar Kitchen + Bar
When you think of Vancouver’s Granville Entertainment District, great dining doesn’t necessarily come to mind. Sure you can grab a decent burger and there’s plenty of wing deals and lots of booze, but until recently I didn’t head to the strip looking for a true quality meal. So what changed? I discovered Sidecar at 1163 Granville Street were Chef…
The Parker introduces Happy Hour AND a $29 Prix Fixe Menu
Vancouver’s sleekest vegetarian spot has sprung its best value yet The Parker’s shiny new happy hour menu samples from ambitious executive chef Felix Zhou’s newest and best-loved creations. Happy hour gives diners the choice of three dishes from any six from our weekly fresh sheet for only $29 between 5:30 and 6:30pm, everyday. Pop in…
New Prix Fixe Menu Launches at “The Bistro” at Hastings House
This news came in this from one of our favourite travel destinations. Hastings House expands their culinary program. Hastings House is embarking on a new course for 2015 by offering a Bistro Menu at the Living Room and Snug of the historic Manor House. Since opening as a hotel in 1980, the Dining Room has…
Tulips For You And Me – Whole Foods Sale
Whole Foods Market’s annual tulip one-day sale. On Friday, March 6, you can get three 10-stem bunches of tulips for just $10 — that’s 30 stems (just in case your are blinded by beauty and can’t do the math). We love our tulips and making flower arrangements cheers us up and makes our home or office oh so much prettier! Perfect timing to celebrate the inspirational women…
Chef Scott Jaeger Cooks for The Better Life Foundation
The Better Life Foundation will present a once a month pop up dinner series at Save On Meats. Awesome Vancouver chefs will serve meals in diner-style and funds will go to A Better Life Foundation affiliated program. Scott Jaeger from The Pear Tree is up first on March 9 2015 and funds from this dinner…
MARCH 3 FREE SHORT STACK OF PANCAKES AT IHOP® RESTAURANTS
IHOP Restaurant Tradition Returns for Second Year to Raise Funds for Children’s Miracle Network In celebration of National Pancake Day on March 3, participating IHOP® restaurants will once again offer guests a free short stack of their famous buttermilk pancakes, in the hopes that they will pay it forward with a voluntary donation to the…
Joe Fortes Introduces a Late Night Menu
There are many spots around town you can get Happy Hour specials, but how about late night? If you want some snacks after the show or a dessert or two, why not nibble at one of Vancouver’s landmark establishments? Fortes new menu is available 9:30 – 11 pm, seven days a week at the bar. Choose from their…
Staycation – Escape to Richmond
Last year we gave up the car meaning our lengthy getaways have taken a back seat to more local pursuits within a convenient reach via a leisurely cycle ride. However, thanks to Lincoln Canada we had the use of an MKC for a week, and took the opportunity to take a mini vacation in nearby Richmond. More…
Chinese New Year Tea Service The Urban Tea Merchant
3 more days only! Experience the Year of the Goat with an elegant Asian inspired three-tiered platter of tea infused delights. Offered until February 28th. This may just be our favourite one yet! Chinese New Year Tea Service $48 per person THE URBAN TEA MERCHANT TWG Tea* from our extensive tea list Veuve Clicquot Champagne…
Joe Fortes’ Brunch $9.95
LAST WEEKEND! Back by popular demand! Joe Fortes’ BRUNCH BONANZA is on until March 1, 2015 . Available Saturday and Sunday from 11AM – 4PM. Enjoy Joe’s Chorizo Bowl, Egg any style or Classic Eggs Benedict for $9.95 each. Reservations available: 604-669-1940 / www.joefortes.ca Joe’s Chorizo Bowl: 2 poached eggs. House Made Chorizo. Red Peppers and Onions….
VANWINEFEST CELEBRATES THE HISTORY, EVOLUTION AND REVOLUTION OF AUSTRALIAN WINES
The wine world has already began to arrive for the 37th annual Vancouver International Wine Festival, February 20 to March 1. Headlined by a 55-winery contingent from theme country, Australia, the festival features 170 wineries from 14 countries participating in 53 events across the city. Each year, the festival offers an incredible opportunity for wine lovers…
Piper-Heidsieck Named Exclusive Champagne of the Oscars
What will be in your glass this Sunday? We’ll be sipping bubbles from the French Champagne House PIPER-HEIDSIECK, the exclusive champagne of the Oscars®! This year marks a three-year partnership with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Founded in 1785, PIPER-HEIDSIECK is one of France’s oldest Champagne houses and has been a long-time supporter…
Chinatown’s Sai Woo Restaurant Opening March 2015
Restaurateur Salli Pateman’s New Chinatown Dining Room Restaurateur Salli Pateman, formerly of Yaletown’s beloved Section (3), is putting the final touches on a new dining destination, Sai Woo, set to open in March 2015. Located at 160 Pender Street in Chinatown, the restaurant boasts two levels: the 113-seat upper floor is home to a dining…
Aveda Spruce Up
Once in a while Aveda offers a promo and I jumped quickly on the complimentary Aveda Facial ($40 value) and stress fix ritual of renewal, makeup touch up, and a customized skincare consultation they offered last month. They’re always available for a consultation and if you haven’t met Spencer, at the South Granville location, I highly…
Xi Shi Chinese New Year Tea
Whether you call it Year of the Goat, Ram or Sheep, Chinese New Year is upon us and it’s worth celebrating. Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver presents a special Asian tea as well as introducing Che Huadong, tea master and trained expert in the arts of Kung Fu Tea and Chinese Face Changing Opera. Their tea service includes: Afternoon…
Selfology Spa Salon
SocialShopper Selfology Spa Deal here. Should you not be feeling quite yourself, it may be time to treat yourself to Selfology, a spa and salon at Granville and 16th in Vancouver. Peter Tu and Jessica Yu, the owners of this unique spot take self-care a step further and believe and practice with healing first in mind. By visiting…
Night At The Aquarium
A Spectacular Evening To Benefit The Conservation Of Our Oceans Journey to an enchanting aquatic world at Night at the Aquarium—Vancouver’s most unforgettable philanthropic event of the year. Come face to face with some of the greatest mysteries of the deep while enjoying fine food, wine, exciting entertainment and incredible live and silent auctions. We…
