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April 3, 2014 – 8:00 am |

Start your Easter egg hunt early this year at Chez Christophe Chocolaterie and Patisserie. The Burnaby Heights shop has dedicated an entire line of exquisite handmade chocolate sculptures to Easter, featuring wonderfully imaginative creations of eggs that are almost too artistic to taste.

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Event: Happy Planet’s World Record Attempt with 2,000L Smoothie (Sep 27, 2013)

September 23, 2013 – 8:00 am |

On Friday, September 27th from 12:00 p.m. – 4 p.m., join Happy Planet in Gastown as they attempt to break The Guinness World Record for the World’s Largest Smoothie -aka The Big Sipper. While a …

Event Recap: Keltie Leanne Designs Fall 2013 Collection Launch

September 20, 2013 – 8:10 am |

Earlier this week, Vancouver-based jewellery designer Keltie Leanne Designs launched her Fall 2013 collection at Fine Finds in Yaletown.  Inspired by wanderers and dreamers, designed for the everyday sophisticate. Keltie Leanne Designs is a handcrafted …

5 Versatile Pieces in the Oakley Fall Lifestyle Collection

September 19, 2013 – 8:00 am |

With the first hints of fall weather descending upon Vancouver, it’s time to refresh your wardrobe and prepare for cooler temperatures. This means trading in your tank tops for long-sleeved tee’s, wearing leggings under your …

Event Recap: Privilege Clothing Boutique Opens 3rd Location

September 15, 2013 – 12:53 pm | One Comment | 

by Abriel Chan, Modern Mix Vancouver writer
After two successful stores in Port Moody and Langley, owner Donni Rae has opened her third location of Privilege Clothing Boutique at Guildford Town Centre in Surrey. Modern Mix …

Event: DIY Graphic Lacquer Tray Workshop at West Elm Vancouver (September 21)

September 13, 2013 – 8:00 am |

Join West Elm Vancouver on Saturday September 21 and make a Graphic Lacquer Tray from the new book P.S -you’re invited… by DIY and style expert Erica Domesek. The $65 workshop fee includes a copy …

Event: Grand Opening Celebration at Metropolis at Metrotown with Kelly Clarkson (Nov 7 & 8)

September 12, 2013 – 11:09 am |

The Microsoft Store is opening at Metropolis at Metrotown and their grand opening celebration festivities includes a free Kelly Clarkson concert!  The Microsoft Store officially opens on Thursday November 7 at Metropolis at Metrotown. However, …

Keltie Leanne Designs & Fine Finds Fall Fashion Launch (Thursday September 19)

September 11, 2013 – 5:45 pm |

Local jewellery designer Keltie Leanne Designs & Fine Finds is having a Fall Fashion Launch, happening on September 19th, at Fine Finds Boutique in Yaletown. This event will feature champagne, canapés and lots of exciting …

AERIN Fall 2013 Collection: “New York City Color”

September 10, 2013 – 8:10 am |

“Inspired by an afternoon in the city, with a brisk walk through Central Park or a visit to the museum,
this collection speaks to my Fall staples – a great peacoat, a pair of sunglasses and
the …