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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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Lululemon Yoga Rave

December 17, 2011 – 11:41 pm | No Comment |
Lululemon Yoga Rave

By Alicia Woodside, Modern Mix Vancouver Fitness Writer
The old Storyeum building took on a new life on Thursday, when hundreds of yogis, armed with mats and an appetite for something novel and interesting dropped in …

Lululemon Yoga Rave (Thursday December 8)

December 3, 2011 – 11:23 pm | No Comment |
Lululemon Yoga Rave (Thursday December 8)

By Alicia Woodside, Modern Mix Vancouver Fitness Writer
Ever heard of a yoga rave? No, neither had we! That is, until we got wind of Lululemon Athletica’s upcoming Yoga Rave event, which sparked our imagination. To …

(212) Fall/Winter Collection

November 2, 2011 – 4:56 pm | No Comment |
(212) Fall/Winter Collection

The debut of their 2011/2012 winter collection included classic winter grays, rich navy blues, hints of beige and bright cobalt blue. This year, the focus was on staying true to clean cuts, solid colors and form fitting styles. Small details like asymmetrical cuts and exposed zippers were also included to add a contemporary feel to the classic designs.

QUEENS get the money for breast cancer (Oct 17 to 31, 2011)

October 14, 2011 – 8:40 am | No Comment |
QUEENS get the money for breast cancer (Oct 17 to 31, 2011)

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, QUEENS boutique (12 E. Cordova) in Gastown is set to launch their ‘Queens Get The Money’ charity drive starting October 17th and running until October 31st. With proceeds from boutique sales, nails services as well as welcoming any and all donations, Queens aims to raise $3,500 for breast cancer research within the two-week event.

VINYL Retro Lounge – now open in Gastown

October 13, 2011 – 6:02 pm | No Comment |
VINYL Retro Lounge – now open in Gastown

Replacing the former Lotus Sound Club, Vancouver’s newest club, the Vinyl Retro Dance Lounge, is now open in Gastown at 455 Abbott Street.  See below for a list of their weekly features:
BASIC Thursdays

House | Electronic | …

Revolver Coffee (325 Cambie Street)

September 5, 2011 – 2:58 am | No Comment |
Revolver Coffee (325 Cambie Street)

By Joanna Lee, Modern Mix Vancouver writer
Revolver Coffee (325 Cambie Street) is a family-owned and operated coffee shop that opened in Gastown on September 1st.  However, it is not just another cafe venue in the neighbourhood.  …

Calabash Bistro (428 Carrall Street)

August 23, 2011 – 9:44 pm | No Comment |
Calabash Bistro (428 Carrall Street)

The restaurant serves traditional Caribbean food and drinks, offers live music on most nights and is adorned with local art.

Ishara x Kitchening with Carly Pop-Up (Thurs. August 18th)

July 24, 2011 – 10:17 pm | No Comment |
Ishara x Kitchening with Carly Pop-Up (Thurs. August 18th)

Check out the Ishara x Kitchening with Carly Pop-Up event this Thursday August 18th.  For more information, see the flyer