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STEP RIGHT UP

November 24th, 2007
With just 30 seats arranged around a large black chandelier, open all afternoon for late lunches, and with every wine offered by the glass, the new Pied–a–Terre is the next best thing to a Parisian boyfriend. Start (as they do in France) with an aperitif like Lillet ($6) or a demi of Kronenbourg ($3.50) and survey the cool crowd of Douglas Park date–nighters. Do star ...

STEALS AND DEALS

November 23rd, 2007
Holiday Cheers This season, gift iconic Hollywood glamour with wine and martini glasses ($139/pair) frosted with Marilyn Monroe's image exclusively available from Hour Glass Studio. Celebs will be raising these glasses soon—they are part of the Academy Awards' 2008 swag bag! M ...

SAY SPAAAAH

November 23rd, 2007
A quickie manicure is great for the city, but when in Whistler, a girl needs some serious spa time. The Spa at The Four Seasons Resort Whistler has so many perks one barely needs a morning espresso. But did we mention the complimentary tea and coffee cart? Workout in the airy fitness studio, then shower in private shower rooms stocked with amenities: Mouthwash? Ha ...

COUNTER INTELLIGENCE

November 22nd, 2007
If Clorox is not an ingredient you want in your next batch of homemade bread, we've found the kitchen eco–cleaner for you. Made in North Vancouver by an environmental scientist/copywriter team, the new Sapadilla Countertop Cleanser made quick work of the stainless steel counters and marble island in the Vitamin V test kitchen. The slick type–based packaging satisfied the des ...

MORE DASH THAN CASH

November 21st, 2007
Looking for that perfect navy silk blouse to glam up your jeans? A classic three–quarter black trench for travel and a fine–gauge deep V black cashmere sweater? Look to the Fall 07 capsule collection from Vancouver's fledgling Wise and Proper, a high–fashion line with perfect little pieces under $200. Designer Elizabeth Law draws subtle designs on her computer and has ...

Easy Does It

November 20th, 2007
When e–shopping and e–dating, a snails–pace computer is about as useful as a pesky ex on Facebook. Get the most out of your online hook up with TELUS' EasyPC offer: sign–up for TELUS High Speed Enhanced Internet for a 3–year term and you'll get a new PC! Choose from a Lenovo 3000 desktop computer ($40.95/month) or a sleek Lenovo 3000 notebook ($49.95/month), which will fit perfe ...

PERFUME POWER

November 20th, 2007
You now have a fall wardrobe, but do you have a fragrance wardrobe? If it's time to expand your fragrance closet, we suggest the new Badgley Mischka Fleurs de Nuit (Flowers of the Night) perfume. Inspired by a trip to India where the couture design duo experienced moon gardens where the flowers bloom at night, the white floral scent (think jasmine, magnolia and quince b ...

TALK TO ME, BABY

November 17th, 2007
Ever see kids' message tees and think: ‘I'm funnier than that’? iPood? Come on. The new Canadian website www.simplycolours.ca lets you put your money where your brain is and create customized kids clothes in a flash. With lots of options under $25, you can order a walking birth announcement with an “I'm a new big sister” tee, state the obvious “Jackson,” or what t ...

HOT UNDER THE COLLAR

November 16th, 2007
Put down the remote! If the dreary weather has you crawling under your comforter, it's time to put on your best boots and head to gastro–crazed Gastown. With a neuvo Latin style, the cozy and kitsch–free Cobre makes the most of its heritage space with exposed brick walls, copper tones and wood floors. Slip into a bottle of Firesteed Pinot Noir ($50) and choose tapas–style ...

STEALS AND DEALS

November 16th, 2007
Board Babe Get ready to snowboard in style at the Arson and Orb fall/winter factory sale. Shop men's and women's outerwear, plus street wear at 50-70 per cent off! Happening November 16 (12 p.m.-8 p.m.), November 17 (10 a.m.-4 p.m.) and November 18 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.), cash ...

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