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7 Instagram worthy locations in Vancouver to take your coffee break

by Lenee Son in Food & Drink on November 14, 2016

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There’s a lot to love about Vancouver — the lush rainforest, fresh mountain air, endless ocean, and cosmopolitan cool make it one of the world’s most liveable cities. But besides our picturesque landscape, the city is building a reputation for our coffee culture and top-notch brews. Condé Nast Traveler, Matador Network, and Smarter Traveler have all named Vancouver as one of the world’s best cities for coffee aficionados.

Blossoming throughout this natural wonderland metropolis are a number of independently owned coffee houses and restaurants with unique brews, sophisticated decor, ethical and sustainable sourcing, and quality eats. While you’re certainly welcome to grab a coffee to go, these stunning spaces are so lovely you’ll want to take your time to savour and ‘gram your skillfully served java.

Whether you’re looking for a personalized pour-over or the perfect coffee photo-op for your curated social media gallery, you’ll find it here.
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7 Instagram worthy locations in Vancouver to take your coffee break

10 Tattoo Artists Worth Travelling to Vancouver for

by Lenee Son in Town on October 25, 2016

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Pack your bags, book your tickets, and make your way to Vancouver for a permanent souvenir. Vancouver is home to some of the most talented tattoo artists in the industry, who are definitely worth travelling to the city for. From traditional American to contemporary tattoo styles, you’ll find an artist who will blow you away with their one-of-a-kind work. Your body is a canvas so, why not invest in an original piece of artwork from Vancity’s best?

Whether you’re adding to your existing collection of ink or getting your first piece, we promise these 10 artists are worth the trip.
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10 Tattoo Artists Worth Travelling to Vancouver for

9 Haunted Areas in Vancouver

by Inside Vancouver in Town on October 19, 2016

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Populist is Vancouver’s cinematic city guide, showcasing everything that’s happening in the city through video – Your hub for where to go, what to do and who to see. Populist is run by Film and TV Producer, Rebecca Traub and Broadcast Journalist, Blanca Blandon (aka YinYang). Follow the fun at thisispopulist.com.

Vancouver may have a reputation for being a world-class city, but it’s also a city with its fair share of otherworldly activity. Here’s a glimpse at a few haunted spots in Vancouver, some well known, while others may come as a surprise. Don’t believe us? Go check them out for yourself. We dare you to.

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9 Haunted Areas in Vancouver

Gastown Cabaret | Pizza Party, October 11

by Inside Vancouver in Events on October 6, 2016

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Gastown’s most sensational Tuesday night party is one year older than last year. To celebrate this auspicious milestone you are invited to Gastown Cabaret’s PIZZA PARTY: A One Other Year Anniversary Extravaganza on Tuesday, October 11th at Guilt & Company.

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Gastown Cabaret | Pizza Party, October 11

Gastown Cabaret | The Back to Cool Edition, September 13

by Inside Vancouver in Events on September 7, 2016

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Just because summer vacation has come to an end doesn’t mean the fun has to! On Tuesday, September 13th your party champions, April O’Peel, Sweet Munish and Sparkle Plenty present an evening of endless entertainment at Gastown Cabaret – The Back to Cool Edition – at Guilt & Company.

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Gastown Cabaret | The Back to Cool Edition, September 13

Gastown Cabaret – The Beach Party Edition, August 9th

by Inside Vancouver in Events on August 2, 2016

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Summer. Where bedtimes cease to exist! Perfect for spending a night with Gastown’s most excellent trio: April O’Peel, Sweet Munish and Sparkle Plenty. Join them as they host an evening of non-stop entertainment at Gastown Cabaret – Beach Party Edition, at Guilt & Company on Tuesday, August 9th.

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Gastown Cabaret – The Beach Party Edition, August 9th

Elegant and Intoxicating: An Ode to Classic Cocktails in Vancouver

by Inside Vancouver in Food & Drink on July 15, 2016

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The following article was submitted by Tourism Vancouver staffer, Sonu Purhar.

Fancy infusions, liquid nitrogen and inventive ice… these days, it’s par for the course to find your coupe filled with a (damn delicious) work of art – but let’s not forget from whence they came. Yes, I’m talking about The Classic Cocktail.

As with any historical certainty, no one is certain when and where the cocktail originated. What we can agree on is that these stimulating brews traditionally consisted of spirits, sugar and bitters. By the mid-1800s, liqueur had joined as the fourth horseman. And shortly thereafter, the first genuine “cocktails” were born, including our friends the Sazerac, Old Fashioned and Manhattan. If it weren’t for these forerunners, you’d be sipping on bitter bathtub gin.

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Elegant and Intoxicating: An Ode to Classic Cocktails in Vancouver