Must-Try Brunch Spots in Coquitlam

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Brunch may just be the best meal of the day. Want eggs? Sure! Burgers? Why not? You can pick from the best of both breakfast and lunch menus, combined with a relaxing weekend ritual amped up by coffee and conversation.  So, where’s your favourite place to brunch in Coquitlam? Share your pictures on social tagging #ExploreCoquitlam to recommend your go-to. And if you’re stuck for ideas, here are some to try:

Must-Try Brunch Spots in Coquitlam

Let’s Do Brunch: Must-Try Spots in Coquitlam
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Brunch is their Specialty

Jimmy’s Place: Nothing beats rolling out of bed and making your way for a hearty brunch that will set you up for the day. This North Road eatery calls itself a “breakfast and café restaurant,” which means they have just the type of meals your mouth craves on a lazy weekend. Take out or dine-in service only.

Kook’s Cooks: This place takes brunch seriously. Their menu features your must-have items, from omelettes, frittata or breakfast burritos to burgers, grilled cheese and kids’ menu items. They call themselves the “neighbourhood brunch restaurant” and you’ll find them in Austin Heights. Patio service available.

Morning Tide Eatery: How about Bennys, breakfast bowls and even breakfast pasta? The menu here is fantastic, not to mention their amazing selection of smoothies. They’re located on Schoolhouse, in Coquitlam’s entertainment district, surrounded by great shopping. Take out or dine-in service only.

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MUJI Father’s Day Gift Guide Giveaway

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Japanese lifestyle brand and destination, MUJI is gearing up for Father’s Day (June 20) with a hearty selection of clothing, skincare, and accessories perfect for every father figure. Whether you’re shopping on Robson, at Richmond Centre, at Metropolis at Metrotown, Guildford Town Centre or online, here are a few Father’s Day gift guide items to put in your cart:

MUJI Father’s Day Gift Guide

MUJI Fathers Day Gift Guide
  • Ideal for the warmer months ahead, every Dad could use MUJI’s French Linen Line which is lightweight and breathable, offered in a variety of styles and colour options – such as the French Linen Washed Short Sleeve Shirt and French Linen Short Pants
  • For those activity-full days with the family, MUJI’s Shoulder Comfort Water Repellent Rucksack will fit your everyday necessities without hurting your shoulders, complete with an internal pocket for your laptop and strap for fastening to carry-on suitcases
  • One of MUJI’s most popular items, the Linen Twill Cushion Slippers will make you feel like you’re walking on a cloud – available in navy and gray
  • And it’s always good for everyone to take care of their skin no matter what age or gender and MUJI’s Herbal Skincare Series is nourishing and hydrating, best-suited for normal to dry skin types, made from organically grown plants and aloe vera. 

MUJI, originally founded in Japan in 1980, offers a wide variety of good quality products including household goods, apparel and food. Mujirushi Ryohin, MUJI in Japanese, translates as “no-brand quality goods.” MUJI Robson opened in 2017. Follow MUJI Canada on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for more information.

Enter to Win

I have a MUJI Father’s Day prize package to give away (valued at $190), which includes:

Muji Fathers Day Prize Pack

Here’s how you can enter to win:

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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Thursday, June 10, 2021. Open to residents of BC.

UPDATE The winner is: Jennifer Monaghan!

Things to do in Vancouver This Weekend June 4-6

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I know whenever I include a rainy photo in my ‘Things to do in Vancouver This Weekend’ post it ends up being a gloriously sunny few days. Here’s hoping! But who am I kidding, I love the rain as well. There are just a few events this weekend, before we get updates on the next step in BC’s restart plan, but they’re really fun options if you want entertainment at home or something to do outside.:

Things to do in Vancouver This Weekend Rain

Things to do in Vancouver This Weekend

Friday, June 4, 2021
Sponsored by Miss604: Burnaby Village Museum
Sponsored by Miss604: Big Sisters Spring Lunch
Art Walk Strathcona
Free Friday at Bill Reid Gallery
VSO – Sun and Storm
Upintheair Theatre Presents 2021 rEvolver Festival
Vancouver International Children’s Festival
BIKEnnale/WALKennale
Imagine Van Gogh
Talking Stick Festival Summer Sojourn
Burrard Arts Foundation Artists in Residence
Vancouver Opera Digital Season

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Fleurs de Villes ROSÉ in Downtown Vancouver

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Decorating the streets of Vancouver’s downtown core with beautiful floral art displays, the Fleurs de Villes ROSÉ trail (June 11-20, 2021) will feature over 50 pop-up installations in the heart of the city, created by Vancouver’s top florists.

Fleurs de Ville 2020 wreath by Botany & Bloom
Fleurs de Ville 2020 wreath by Botany & Bloom

Fleurs de Villes ROSÉ in Downtown Vancouver

10% of sponsorship fees from the global ROSÉ tour will support breast cancer research, through the Breast Cancer Society of Canada and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Fleurs de Villes ROSÉ will feature floral couture mannequins, giant floral hearts, flower bombed antique cars, phone booths bursting with blossoms, and elegant sculptures. The one-of-a-kind show will be freely open to the public, and visitors will be able to safely walk the self-guided exhibit while adhering to social distancing guidelines. 

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Big Sisters Spring Lunch 2021

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The Big Sisters BC Lower Mainland Spring Lunch is happening this Friday, June 4th! Enjoy a one-hour program sharing the impact of Big Sisters with insight from Anita Huberman, CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade; Kathy Kinloch, President of BCIT and Tamara Vrooman, President and CEO of Vancouver Airport Authority on mentorship and the future of their industries. 

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Big Sisters Spring Lunch 2021

When: Friday, June 4, 2021 from 11:45am to 1:00pm
Where: Online
Tickets: Available online now (lunch packages sold out)

Celebrate Big Sisters’ impact over the last 60 years! You can support Big Sisters while networking with Vancouver professionals who champion mentorship and female leadership in our community. This year, a panel of influential women who are thought leaders in their field will discuss how mentorship fosters resiliency.  

Panelists

Anita Huberman, CEO, Surrey Board of Trade
Anita is a highly visible advocate for Surrey businesses at all levels of government with a demonstrated history of evolving, reinvigorating and transforming civic, business & social organization industries.

Kathy Kinloch, President of BCIT
Kathy is recognized for leading strategic organizational renewal by empowering people in complex environments and spearheading successful strategic change initiatives in the post-secondary, government and health care sectors.

Tamara Vrooman, President and CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority
Tamara is a transformational leader with a strong financial background who understands the intrinsic link between a strong and sustainable economy and a healthy community.

Tracey McVicar will be the Panel Moderator and Charmaine Crooks will be the event MC. 

With social pressures for girls and youths at an all-time high, mentoring matters now more than ever. Every spring at Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland, they celebrate the impact mentorship has on inspiring young, vulnerable girls to achieve more. If you are unable to make the event, consider making a donation directly to Big Sisters.

Follow Big Sisters on Facebook and Instagram #MentoringMatters #SpringLunch #BSBCLM for more information.