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Vancouver Gluten Free Expo 2013

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Vancouver is hosting a Gluten Free Expo on January 13th that will include products, education, demonstrations, and plenty of samples. Browse the offerings of over 100 vendors and exhibitors while Registered Dieticians take to the main stage to talk about living gluten free. Where: Vancouver Convention Centre East (Canada Place) When: Sunday, January 13, 2013 […]

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Port Coquitlam Celebrates 100 Years

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Port Coquitlam is kicking off a series of celebrations that will take place throughout the year in honor of their 100th birthday in March. Join the community on Friday, January 4, 2013 at the Port Coquitlam Rec Complex (2150 Wilson Ave) from 5:00pm to 9:30pm to see what’s in store for the rest of the […]

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Christmas Tree Chipping in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

It’s a new year and soon it will be time to take down decorations and slip into post-holiday routines. If you’re looking to recycle your Christmas tree, there are a handful of chipping events around town that will take it off your hands and support a great local cause in the process: Photo credit: TheVancouverGuy […]

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2012 Year in Food

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

We’re fortunate enough to break out of our West End bubble to dine out at a selection of eateries, hotels, and fine restaurants throughout the year. In 2012, we enjoyed cuisine from British Columbia, Washington State, and the lush farming island of Maui, Hawaii. Dunn’s Famous in Vancouver Black Rock Resort Ucluelet Ashiana Restaurant in […]

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2012 Year in Photos

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

2012 was a much sweeter year than 2011 which contained too many tears due to losses in our families. We bounced back and embraced the last 12 months with enthusiasm and a thirst for adventure. In 2011 I traveled 75,000kms, mostly on my own. In 2012 I wanted to share more with John and I […]

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