REVIEW: Barre Belle Opens in Kitsilano

Calgary-based barre-inspired fitness studio Barre Belle has expanded to Vancouver in Kitsilano. Read on for my review of Barre Belle Kitsilano.
SCHMEAR: Vancouver Natural Skincare Brand Inspired by Food

We give so much attention to nourishing our bodies with healthy eating, but what about our skin? SCHMEAR is a new Vancouver natural skincare brand that’s inspired by the food we eat, using ingredients like fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, spices, and botanicals. This Vancouver natural skincare brand was founded from the desire to provide wholesome […]
Lily & Roo: Vancouver Non-Toxic Nail Salon in Kitsilano

Florals meet minimalism at Lily & Roo, a newly opened nail salon in Kitsilano which uses only non-toxic and vegan-friendly products for their manicure and pedicure services.
Go Green: 5 Natural Deodorant Brands from Canada

Natural deodorants have had a longstanding reputation of not being as effective as conventional products, but, as the natural health and beauty industry grows in research and development, a new wave of natural deodorant brands have surfaced as incredible odour fighting powerhouses made without toxic ingredients.
Local Lives: Michael Steele, Founder of The Good Stuff Co

Michael is the co-founder of The Good Stuff, Vancouver’s ready-to-blend smoothie company.
Vancouver Artisan Chocolate Boutique Koko Monk Opens Second Location in Kitsilano

Earlier this year, Koko Monk founder and chocolate maker, Paul Dincer, launched a successful Kickstarter campaign to raise $10,000 toward the cost of a second location artisan chocolate boutique.