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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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East Van Wine Academy – Around the World in 80 Minutes (January 10th)

January 5, 2012 – 2:55 pm | No Comment |
East Van Wine Academy – Around the World in 80 Minutes (January 10th)

The East Van Wine Academy‘s upcoming event at The Waldorf on Tuesday January 10th at 6:30pm, takes you “Around the World in 80 Minutes” event.  Think “Wine 101″ but at breakneck speed, covering all the …

Danier Leather – “1, 2, Free” Accessories Sale

January 5, 2012 – 1:55 pm | One Comment |
Danier Leather – “1, 2, Free” Accessories Sale

I recently bought this leather jacket from Danier.  While I was in the store, I had a chance to check out all their accessories – which includes leather handbags/purses/clutches, ipad cases, gloves and more.  For …

Glowbal Group – 25% off breakfast & brunch (Jan 6 to 15)

January 4, 2012 – 11:58 am | No Comment |
Glowbal Group – 25% off breakfast & brunch (Jan 6 to 15)

The Glowbal Group is kicking off the New Year right with a big welcome to 2012! Come in to any one of their restaurant locations (excluding Sanafir) between January 6th – January 15th and receive …

Luxe Box – Holiday Edition

January 4, 2012 – 11:21 am | No Comment |
Luxe Box – Holiday Edition

As you’ve read in previous posts on Modern Mix Vancouver, Luxe Box is a Canadian beauty subscription service which postal mails “deluxe” samples to you each month.  Each month’s Luxe Box contains 4 – 5 miniature replicas of …

Ensemble Restaurant (850 Thurlow Street)

December 30, 2011 – 10:59 am | One Comment |
Ensemble Restaurant (850 Thurlow Street)

Went to Ensemble (850 Thurlow Street) last night for dinner. Thought it was surprisingly busy for a weekday (Thursday) night – not packed, no wait times, but moderately filled.  Although the dining genre was listed …

Kiehl’s Canada – MMV is offering 5 readers the chance to be a volunteer product tester

December 23, 2011 – 11:18 am | 6 Comments |
Kiehl’s Canada – MMV is offering 5 readers the chance to be a volunteer product tester

Following the 2010 breakthrough development of Kiehl’s Photo-Age Corrector, Kiehl’s Since 1851 chemists are delighted to introduce a fast, exceptionally effective formulation developed to promote youthful clarity while addressing the appearance of dark spots, discolourations …

Libre Tea Glasses – MMV Giveaway

December 16, 2011 – 7:47 pm | 44 Comments |
Libre Tea Glasses – MMV Giveaway

Founded in Gibsons, BC in 2008, Libre tea glasses have already been enjoyed by tea lovers all across the world.  I got my first Libre tea glass as a present from a friend who does …

Be Remarkable – T-Shirt Design Contest (win $1000)

December 15, 2011 – 2:01 pm | No Comment |
Be Remarkable  – T-Shirt Design Contest (win $1000)

Want to be a design star? $1,000 is up for grabs! Be Remarkable (a BC-based Facebook Page by the Credit Unions of BC) want you to show off your BC community pride for a chance …