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Hidden at the Westin Grand

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The Westin Grand on Robson has been keeping a secret, Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge. After coming in off the sidewalk near Robson and Homer, head up the large winding staircase toward the hotel’s lobby and there you’ll find Hidden. Windows stretching to the height of the massive ceilings surround the purple-coloured dining area […]

Holiday Tea at Fairmont Olympic Seattle

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Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post. My Holiday Tea was compliments of the Fairmont Olympic. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Afternoon tea at the Fairmont is a tradition in many cities along the coast. You can sit in a regal tea room at the Empress in Victoria, enjoy scones before your flight at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport, and I’ve recent experienced a special holiday treat at the Fairmont Olympic in Seattle. Holiday Tea is hosted […]

Cento Notti Yaletown

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Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post nor was I expected to publish a review. Our meal was compliments of Cento Notti. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Formerly Elixir, the restaurant space at the Opus Hotel has undergone month of changes with the 100 Days, followed by the 100 Nights pop-up bistros. The most recent incarnation is Cento Notti, another pop-up but with new decor and a menu focused on hand-made Italian specialties. Mirrors, pearls, painted busts, and candlelight give the space […]

Vancouver Winter Farmers Market 2011

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From Trout Lake to the West End, Main Street to Kerrisdale, weekend markets are hopping in the summer months around Vancouver. They have the best local produce and hand-crafted goodies from May to October. The offerings now continue as Your Local Farmers Market Society presents the Winter Farmers Market along with a Holiday Market next […]

EBO Restaurant Burnaby

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Disclosure: Review — I was not paid to write this post. Our dinner was compliments of EBO. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

You never know what to expect from an eatery in a casino but EBO Restaurant is definitely a gem. The large, open dining room is very warm and welcoming with glittering gold decor and sheer shimmering curtains draping around large group tables. My sister and I were sat at a table by the window that […]