Barney Bentall & The Legendary Hearts are celebrating their 25th anniversary with a live performance at the Commodore this month. Singer-songwriter Barney Bentall is reuniting with The Legendary Hearts (Colin Nairne, Jack Guppy, Michael Crozier, David Reimer) his roots/blues/rock band that has won Juno Awards, gone platinum with their records, and provided the soundtrack for […]

PC Pixie Grape & PC Shrimp Braidvia Canadian Gardening. Spring showers are tapering off and some sweet summer sunshine is about to help our gardens grow in Metro Vancouver. To assist green thumbs across Canada, Real Canadian Superstore Garden Centres are offering plants and colourful blooms sourced from Canadian growers, including DeVry Greenhouses in Chilliwack […]

Vancouver Craft Beer Week (“VCBW”) kicks off this Friday and many events have already been sold out for weeks. Through partnerships and collaborations with venues, pubs, and breweries there is a wide variety ways to get involved. The #YVRBeerTweetup group has partnered with The Portside Pub (7 Alexander St) in Gastown to host The Riverboat […]

The next Vancouver Aquarium “After Hours” adults-only event will take place Thursday, June 6, 2013 giving grown-ups the opportunity to explore galleries and exhibits without having kids in tow. Jelly Invasion features over 15 species of jellyfishes hailing from various parts of the globe. These beautiful marine animals are more complex than you might think. […]

It’s not everyday that I eat at one of Vancouver’s most award-winning restaurants, but I should definitely do o more often. Last weekend I had brunch at Hawksworth Restaurant in the Rosewood Hotel Georgia for the first time and the company I was with sparkled like the grand chandelier in the main dining area as […]

Local online boutique PileOfPillows.com is making a splash in the home decor scene with its collection of designer, Canadian, earth-friendly products ranging from duvet covers and hypoallergenic pillow cases to organic sheets and pet bedding. On the website you can learn how to pick out the perfect pillow, shop by brand, learn the difference between […]

Toronto culture club The Society Global is hosting Vancouver’s second annual SMUT Soiree with Lainey Gossip on Monday, June 3, 2013 at Villa Amato. This gala evening includes a red carpet experience, the latest news from Lainey Gossip, sips of delicious moscato from the official wine sponsor, Jacob’s Creek, and more. Lainey has confirmed three […]

Reflections is a patio lounge and restaurant tucked into a 4th floor courtyard at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia with covered open-air seating, a fire pit, comfy couches, and water features that help you escape the bustling city below. Having recently re-opened for the season, you can enjoy cocktails, lunch, and dinner in the lounge seven […]

Playland was once known at Happyland when it was part of the Vancouver Exhibition almost 100 years ago. Since that time, it has brought smiles and laughter to millions through midway games, attractions, and rides. It’s now open for the season with two new rides along with family favourites. 1929: Entrance gate to Happyland on […]

The beauty of television these days is that you can view your favourite shows live (and participate in chats about what’s happening using a Twitter tag) or they can be available and waiting whenever it’s convenient for you to watch them. John and I are currently trying out Shaw’s new Shaw Gateway Whole Home HDPVR […]