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CocoaNymph – a Sweet Find Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

February 3, 2012 – 4:58 pm No Comment |

Thick and creamy I had the pleasure of being one of the first to taste CocoaNymph’s newest creation for the hot chocolate festival: Maple Cinnamon drinking chocolate with a caramelized apple ring. This flavorful combination is just one of 15 flavors available at CocoaNymph throughout the year.

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Weekend Brunch Series – Glowbal Group (1079 Mainland Street)

January 18, 2012 – 8:55 pm | No Comment |
Weekend Brunch Series – Glowbal Group (1079 Mainland Street)

Modern Mix Vancouver Weekend Brunch Series – If you’re a foodie on a budget, going for brunch on the weekend is a great way to check out a restaurant without breaking the bank.
I went to …

Grouse Mountain Snowshoe Grind

January 15, 2012 – 11:28 pm | No Comment |
Grouse Mountain Snowshoe Grind

By Alicia Woodside, Modern Mix Vancouver Fitness Writer
During winter, what do you to replace Vancouver’s Grouse Grind?  While the winter might bar you from your favourite trail, it enables a whole new Grind experience, with …

Panty By Post – Valentine’s Day Gift Idea & MMV Giveaway

January 15, 2012 – 12:01 pm | 10 Comments |
Panty By Post – Valentine’s Day Gift Idea & MMV Giveaway

Guys, have you started thinking about Valentine’s Day yet?  …Didn’t think so! With a month until Valentine’s Day, shop smart with Panty By Post and get your Valentine’s an ongoing gift of a French Lingerie …

Burgoo in Kitsilano (2274 West 4th Ave)

January 14, 2012 – 9:50 pm | No Comment |
Burgoo in Kitsilano (2274 West 4th Ave)

By Carolyn Fung, Modern Mix Vancouver writer
The arrival of Burgoo has been a much-anticipated addition to the restaurant scene on West 4th since renovations started in the fall.

Still in its first few weeks of opening, …

Weekend Brunch Series – Raincity Grill (1193 Denman Street)

January 7, 2012 – 9:13 pm | No Comment |
Weekend Brunch Series – Raincity Grill (1193 Denman Street)

For brunch at Raincity Grill, patrons have the option of ordering brunch items a la carte, or as a prix fixe – 2 courses for $20. After ordering, Raincity Grill starts off your brunch with a complimentary amuse bouche – a miniature cup of warm apple cider and a bite-sized scone (which had a texture of a soft cookie, rather than a typically crunchy scone).

Weekend Brunch Series – Hidden Restaurant (433 Robson Street)

January 6, 2012 – 3:00 pm | One Comment |
Weekend Brunch Series – Hidden Restaurant (433 Robson Street)

I noticed that many of the breakfast and brunch menu items have a slight flavour twist to them. For example, the Buttermilk and Lemon Waffle ($16) were made with lavender butter, which is a unique butter pairing, or the Mexicana Benedict ($16) which was topped with a chili-lime hollandaise.

The East Van Wine Academy

January 5, 2012 – 2:43 pm | No Comment |
The East Van Wine Academy

Started by local wine writer and consultant Kurtis Kolt about a year ago, the East Van Wine Academy produces wine-related events “that don’t suck” at The Waldorf Hotel. All events are produced and hosted by …

Palki Indian Restaurant (1130 Commercial Drive)

December 29, 2011 – 11:29 am | No Comment |
Palki Indian Restaurant (1130 Commercial Drive)

In the heart of the community of restaurants on Commercial Drive is the second location of Palki, an Indian restaurant (opened by Bhupinder Mroke) for food lovers looking to experience an authentic cultural experience.  Modern Mix …