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November 11th, 2008

Eating well on the way to Whistler


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The Cup Bistro and Deli

  

  

Imagine being able to trust that the food you feed your family is not full of pesticides, growth hormones and antibiotics. Then, imagine knowing first hand who raised the animals that fill your sausages and sandwiches. Now imagine a red seal certified chef who has graced the kitchens of Rob Feenie's Lumiere and the prestigious Vancouver Club preparing traditional food with ...



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November 8th, 2008

Whistler opens November 27th !


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 (photo compliments of Flickr photo share)

Yay...it has been snowing tons up at whistler and they are preparing for the big opening day. Early Booking offers are a great way to get the most for your money. By booking your Whistler getaway or vacation before November 15, you can save up to 30% on lift and lodging packages. Families can save even more ...



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November 7th, 2008

Rogers Santa Clause Parade


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Not only are they playing Christmas music in retail stores but I have actually seen Christmas lights on some homes. Maybe it is the political and economic climate that is stirring in people the desire for hope and peace. Perhaps it is the fact that Christmas seems to come earlier every year and this is okay ...



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November 3rd, 2008

It's all about the BIG GUNS boys! (Whistler's Cornucopia)


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Anyone who digs copious amounts of wine and food should be heading up to Whistler's biggest gastro-bash called 'Cornucopia'. For five fun filled days you can sharpen your knowledge and skill by attending seminars like:

Fuse Box - The Art of Mixing, an educational and fun hands-on experience in the art of blending wine
Green Wines-a look at organic, biodynamic and sustainable ...



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October 31st, 2008

CinCin’s mushroom and truffle festival


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What do you get when you bring a chef trained in the South of France whose philosophy is "Simplicity is the hallmark of genius. Fresh ingredients should speak for themselves in order to allow natural flavours to stand out on the plate"  to Vancouver? Well ,you get epicurean artist François Gagnon throwing a harvest celebration called Festa del Fungo.
This will be Vancouver's legendary ...



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October 24th, 2008

Stanley Park Ghost Train


                                    

WARNING: There has been a pirate sighting in Stanley Park.

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Apparently visitors riding the annual ‘Ghost Train' not only spotted these heathen sea bullies, but they were spooked by the sword fighting, rum guzzling, blood thirsty lot!

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  Every year around Halloween Stanley Park hosts a haunted outdoor event such as ...



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October 23rd, 2008

West End Dining at Highly Acclaimed Raincity Grill


Pemberton Potatoes (photo courtesy of raincity grill)Dining in Vancouver is pretty exceptional considering we have some of the best chefs in the world . I love the fact that hot spots like Raincity Grill promote the best and brightest of our great province.Sure they have a superb chef, but what I am talking about here is the fact that they showcase amazing products that are caught, grown, ...



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October 20th, 2008

Top 5 Things To Do In Vancouver


granville Island Market fare1. Granville Island

Granville Island's unique shopping and arts destination is a perfect place to spend the day or half day come rain or shine. You can do a walking tour that focuses on culinary indulgences or learn about the area’s history and architecture ...



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August 3rd, 2007

Vancouver Parks: Tea Swamp Park


Contrary to any images conjured by the name, Tea Swamp Park is no wetland. It is a beautiful, peaceful little park that doesn't see a lot of traffic, and it's perfect that way.

There are beautiful trees, beds upon beds of flowers, and peaceful benches. Locals like to sit on the benches and just take it all in.

Tea Swamp also has a small playground, and there are ...



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July 23rd, 2007

Vancouver Parks: Mount Pleasant


Mount PleasantNestled in between Main and Cambie, along sixteenth avenue, Mount Pleasant Park offers a playground, monkey bars, and a community center with a pool.

The swimming pool is outdoor, so is only open during the summer months (when the city workers are not on strike, that is). It's a small pool, with grassed areas inside the fencing. It makes a nice ...



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