http://modernmixvancouver.com Vancouver LIFESTYLE: Arts, Dining, Fashion & Beauty and Nightlife. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:10:28 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Probably inspired by my friend Naomi and the ever-changing colors of her nails, I've been trying out different nailpolish lines to see what I like best.  For example, MMV has previously featured Lippmann Collection and Sula's Paint and Peel Nailpolish.  But for the latest and greatest, Sally Hansen just came ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/11/sally-hansen-complete-salon-manicure-nailpolish-line/ Has your sense of city pride increased now that the Vancouver Olympics have come and gone?  Check out some of these Vancouver map artwork pieces, available for purchase, by Karen O'leary of Studio K.  Karen is an architectural designer with an interest in all aspects of design.  Her tagline with ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/11/studio-k-vancouver-art-pieces/ Dining Out For Life is an annual fundraising event involving the generous participation of volunteers, corporate sponsors and restaurants. In exchange for their financial support, restaurants are listed in a city wide marketing campaign in an effort to increase customer traffic. With over 230 participating restaurants across greater Vancouver, this event ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/10/dining-out-for-life-thursday-march-25-2010/ After much delay, Corner Suite Bistro De Luxe (850 Thurlow Street) is finally open. Upon entering the restaurant on a Tuesday night for dinner, we were immediately impressed with the beautiful decor, complete with a vintage espresso machine in the middle of the bar, custom chandeliers and leather booth ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/09/corner-suite-bistro-de-luxe/ The Velvet Room Boutique (2248 West 41st Avenue) “Design A Dress” contest is open to aspiring designers who have less than two years trade or professional experience and are 18 years or older. Choose one of the below events and submit a design for a dress that fits the criteria described. Participants ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/09/the-velvet-room-boutique-design-a-dress-contest/ Students, got some time on your hands? Here's an exciting new contest to fill your post-Olympic depression! During this week of Olympic hangover, why not shift your focus to something new and exciting, such as the chance to win 1 of 3 VIP trips Down Under with Tourism ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/08/enter-to-win-a-vip-trip-to-australia/ On Sunday March 7, 2010, from 5pm to 10pm, OPUS Bar (350 Davie Street) and Elixir Bistro in Yaletown are celebrating the Oscars in style. Feel like a celebrity as you walk the Red Carpet, wave to adoring paparazzi and step into the ultimate viewing party! Dress to impress and experience ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/07/opus-bar-oscar-viewing-party-sunday-march-7-2010/ On Sunday March 7, 2010, grab some friends and head downtown to O Lounge (1054 Alberni Street) at COAST Restaurant and watch the Oscars' festivities in Hollywood Style. Starting at 5pm, their new HD Projector and 2 large plasma screens will broadcast all of the glitz from the Kodak ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/06/coast-restaurant-o-lounge-oscars-party-sunday-march-5-2010/ Starting at 5pm on Sunday March 7, The Lamplighter Public House (92 Water Street) in Gastown will be featuring their special Oscar Awards Menu, which is a set 3-course meal for $40.  Named after award hopefuls, the names of the dishes include "Avatar", "Up in the Air" and "District 9". http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/06/the-lamplighter-public-house-oscars-party-sunday-march-7-2010/ My Friday morning started off with lunch with two of my girlfriends at Jethro's Fine Grub, a diner in the Dunbar area which opened about two weeks ago. They serve breakfast and lunch seven days a week, with a fairly extensive menu (for such a small diner) that includes ... http://modernmixvancouver.com/index.php/2010/03/05/jethros-fine-grub/