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

February 3, 2012 – 4:58 pm | No Comment |
CocoaNymph – a Sweet Find Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

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.

The Loden Hotel – MMV Giveaway for $70 to brunch at Tableau Bar & Bistro

January 17, 2012 – 10:33 pm | 59 Comments |
The Loden Hotel – MMV Giveaway for $70 to brunch at Tableau Bar & Bistro

If you want a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel experience that still includes a complete list of amenities and friendly concierge team, the Loden Hotel gives you just that, and is right smack in the middle of the best that downtown Vancouver has to offer. Plus, being in Coal Harbour, the views, atmosphere and proximity to Stanley Park gives this hotel a location advantage.

“Tangerine Tango” – Pantone’s 2012 Colour of the Year

January 6, 2012 – 11:00 pm | No Comment |
“Tangerine Tango” – Pantone’s 2012 Colour of the Year

Pantone’s 2012 colour of the year is Tangerine Tango, a bright, fruity, attention-grabbing, revitalizing, energetic, tropical red-orange. We’ve scoured the internet for items available in Vancouver which are sure to get heads turning towards you in 2012 and blast away the winter blahs.

The Burrard – Retro-Chic in Downtown Vancouver

December 18, 2011 – 9:00 am | No Comment |
The Burrard – Retro-Chic in Downtown Vancouver

New rooms, new courtyard, new attitude – the works. It’s a fitting revival for one of Vancouver’s last remaining mid century hotels; an extensive 8-month construction and interior design project to reimagine, rebuild and refresh every last inch of the old hotel.

Tiffany & Co. – Now Open at Oakridge Centre

December 7, 2011 – 4:42 pm | 4 Comments |
Tiffany & Co. – Now Open at Oakridge Centre

What better way to start your morning off than to have breakfast at Tiffany’s? Modern Mix Vancouver was lucky enough to enjoy that experience this morning at the grand opening of Vancouver’s 2nd Tiffany and Co. retail shop at Oakridge Centre.

Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge (433 Robson Street)

November 28, 2011 – 2:43 pm | 2 Comments |
Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge (433 Robson Street)

Located on the second floor inside the Westin Grand Hotel in Downtown Vancouver, Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge is not the most obvious restaurant choice when it comes to stumbling upon a new restaurant in Vancouver. I’m hoping by writing about this wonderful, neighbourhood gem, Hidden will get the exposure and recognition it deserves for its unique menu pairings, excellent service and reasonable prices.

“Nicole Bridger” – Vancouver Designer is Beyond Fashion

November 3, 2011 – 11:59 am | No Comment |
“Nicole Bridger” – Vancouver Designer is Beyond Fashion

The labels on all her clothing say “I AM LOVE” to remind her customers to love themselves as they are, and not try to fit into any stereotype or trend just because it surrounds them.

Flare Magazine x The Bay – 2011 Fall Trends Report

October 26, 2011 – 4:29 pm | One Comment |
Flare Magazine x The Bay – 2011 Fall Trends Report

Hosted Lisa Tant, Editor-in-Chief of Flare Canada, and Suzanne Timmins, Fashion Director at The Bay, the fashion show covered upcoming must-haves for fall 2011. The trends were categorized into 6 looks: 60’s Style, 70’s Style, Pattern Play, Vivid Brights, Man Up!, and Boho Folk.