“Spruce” Up Your Fall Wardrobe with Forest Green (F/W 2012)

September and the back to school season is a big reminder that the fall weather is on its way.  Variations of forest green popping up in-stores everywhere; call it whatever you want: spruce, jade or dark emerald.  Because we saw bright green in the summer, it’ll be an easy transition to its darker counterpart from the late summer […]

Vancouver’s Inaugural Dîner en Blanc at the Convention Centre

Dîner en Blanc originated in Paris over 20 years ago and has now expanded into a global phenomenon spanning 5 continents in cities including Montreal, Milan, Paris, Singapore, London and New York.   Taking the pop up concept to a refined and mysterious level, these romantic outdoor dinners are organized entirely via social media, and attended annually […]

Sip into September with DAVIDsTEA – The Fall Collection

Pumpkin candies, freeze-dried banana, mini marshmallows, carrot and pistachio are some of the unconventional ingredients you’ll encounter in the DAVIDsTEA Fall Collection. Indian Summer – If you like fruity teas, you’ll love Indian Summer.  In addition to tea leaves, there is an abundance of dried fruit including cherries and melon. Banana Nut Bread – as […]

Spend on Trend 2012 (Sept 14 – 16, 2012) & MMV Giveaway for Tickets

Get ready to add something special to your fall wardrobe because Vancouver’s annual fashion market is back! The 9th Annual Spend on Trend show returns to Heritage Hall (3102 Main Street) from September 14-16, 2012.  For the past 9 years, established Vancouver designers have participated in the show and have attributed Spend on Trend to […]

Fine Choice Foods – Yummy Dim “Sum-m!”

My freezer is literally stocked full of  “Sum-m!” goodies from Fine Choice Foods.  From gyozas and crispy dumplings to spring rolls and samosas, Fine Choice Foods is your one-stop brand for  bite-sized Asian dim sum.  And best of all, Fine Choice Foods commits to using local produce, no MSG and no transfat, no presevatives or artificial […]