Archive of posts tagged "Downtown Vancouver"

Fair in the Square 2013

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Victory Square Park will be the site of a free, family-friendly community festival as it Central City Foundation hosts Fair in the Square next weekend. Celebrate your neighbours in the inner city, from dozens of social enterprises, artists and community organizations to terrific local bands and musical artists, who will donate their talents to entertain […]

Allergy Relief House in Vancouver

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Spring blossoms and fresh-cut grass are signs that summer is on its way but you could say the same for itchy watery eyes, congestion, and runny noses if you’re an allergy sufferer. For the next few days you can find refuge in Pacific Centre in the Allergy Relief House. Photo credit: Clayton Perry Photoworks & […]

Vancouver Public Library Rooftop Garden; Strategic Plan Announcement

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Yesterday the Vancouver Public Library gave media access to their rooftop green space at the Central Branch in downtown Vancouver. This 28,000 square foot “garden in the sky” served as the perfect stage for their strategic plan announcement that includes intentions to expand community spaces, create dynamic collaboration zones, and offer high-tech creation spaces for […]

Cibo Trattoria Spring Lamb Festival

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Disclosure: Review — This is not a paid post. Our meal was compliments of Cibo Trattoria. Views are my own. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Sounds of a city rushing by outside fades as you step into Cibo Trattoria located inside the Moda Hotel in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district. This boutique hotel’s Italian-themed culinary gem offers a comfortable and romantic oasis with candles, smooth music, and bottles of wine adorning the walls. John and I were recently invited […]

WE Coffee Vancouver

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Disclosure: Unpaid, Personal Opinion — I have been a paying customer of WE Coffee for the last 2 years. I did receive two take-home roasts at the time I did this interview. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

In true Pacific Northwest fashion, Vancouver is definitely known for its coffee shops. Packed so densely that they occur more frequently than bus stops on major routes, it’s sometimes hard to stand out from the crowd. However, WE Coffee in the West End of downtown Vancouver has managed to do just that by permeating the […]