I have been thinking about laser eye surgery for a few years now, especially since I’ve been travelling so much and it’s a pain to lug around my glasses, sunglasses, contacts and lens solution. Two and a half weeks ago, I went ahead and got PRK laser eye surgery done. On Wednesday morning I...
I live in Vancouver but I grew up in the suburb of Port Coquitlam. Although I should know the farming communities farther east, I must admit that I don’t. So when Tourism Abbotsford invited me to come spend some time in the city, I blocked off the day and wondered what I would have...
Growing up in and around Vancouver, BC, I don’t see the massive amounts of snow and cold weather that other parts of Canada see during the winter. To be honest, I’ve never skated outdoors in a naturally frozen lake. It’s sad, I know. But I live in the city now and don’t have many...
A fine opening party it was. Hub Restaurant & Lounge in Yaletown, Vancouver opened its doors a couple of weeks ago, but the official opening took place last week. I invited my friend James and we went to check out the old Brown’s Restaurant. The same owners got rid of the corporate franchise and...
There aren’t too many restaurants in Vancouver older than me. The rate of turnover is just so high in the city. But O’Doul’s Restaurant & Bar on Robson Street in the west end of Vancouver has stood the test of time for almost 40 years. I’ve been meaning to eat here for some time...
As Christmas draws near, so too do special events and sales. Scout Boutique (152 East 8 Avenue, 604-879-7903) on Main Street, Vancouver kicked off the holiday season with a fashion show and sale in their teeny, tiny shop. The theme: Mad Men-inspired pin up creations. The models: local burlesque dancers. The outcome: a show...
In my constant search for good sushi restaurants, I did a bit of research while I was in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Here is my list of the best sushi in Winnipeg. Blüfish (179 Bannatyne Avenue, 204-779-9888): At the edge of The Exchange district and near the waterfront, Blüfish is elevated to the second floor of...
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