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Good Buys

June 18th, 2010
JUNE 18TH, 2010 Good Buys Shopping has its merits, but shopping at Philanthropy has that much more. The new concept store by pop-up retailer The Latest Scoop sells products sourced by them, as well as items donated by the likes of Harriet Grey jewellery, New Balance, Christine’s Lingerie and Kiss & Makeup that directly benefit local children’s charities. Occupying ...

Steals and Deals

June 18th, 2010
The Detox Spot Going under the knife is so 2009. Today’s Hollywood starlets are opting for soothing colon cleanses, not surgery. Yaletown’s Lavar Spa H2O Cleansing invites you to experience a half-hour of stress-free, no-pain colon cleansing. Lose weight, look great and feel light as a feather—instantly and effortlessly! Be sure to mention “Vitamin Daily” for 50 per cent off yo ...

Hot to Trot

June 17th, 2010
JUNE 17TH, 2010 Hot to Trot A night at the club isn’t the only way to have a wild time. Trade the dance floor for Friday Night Live at the Hastings Racecourse. The summer event lets you sip ciders while watching the sun set and place bets on thoroughbreds (the filly and fella varieties). Between races, there’s a disc jockey on the tarmac who spins to keep the giddy- ...

When You Were Young

June 16th, 2010
JUNE 16TH, 2010 When You Were Young Growing up was awkward at the best of times. Throw in bad perms, braces and fashion blunders and it's torture. But that was then and now you’re a fox, so you can poke fun at your juvenile foibles. That’s what website Before You Were Hot is all about. Regular folks submit their before and after photos along with juicy details abou ...

If the Shoe Fits, Buy It

June 15th, 2010
June 15, 2010 If the Shoe Fits, Buy It Need a new pair of sandals to celebrate the arrival of the sun? Ingledew’s is having their biggest sale ever—every single sole is on sale! And Vitamin Daily subscribers are invited to get in on the action early. Simply print this email and bring it to Ingledew’s to score the shoes you love at sale prices, before the in-store sale begins Thursda ...

Father's Day Gift Guide Vancouver

June 15th, 2010
JUNE 15TH, 2010 Father's Day Gift Guide Vancouver Whether pops is bookish, a biker or both, there’s a present (from $25 to splurge) to show him you think he’s tops. Herewith, Vitamin Daily Vancouver’s five fab gifts for Father’s Day. One good dad deserves another, so give yours fictional favourite Atticus Finch with the new 50th anniversary edition of Harper Lee’ ...

Do the Jerk

June 14th, 2010
JUNE 14TH, 2010 Do the Jerk If we can’t have Caribbean weather, then bring us the gastronomy and groove. Offering both is Calabash, a laid-back Jamaican bistro inside a 1906 building on the border of Chinatown that serves up a full flavourful menu, including Jamaica’s national dish Ackee and Saltfish ($13) and jerk chicken ($12.50). The beat-filled basement lounge ...

Quote, Unquote

June 12th, 2010
JUNE 12TH, 2010 Quote, Unquote With all the one-liners your kid spouts, sometimes you feel like you have a little Letterman on your hands. Immortalize their best observations with My Quotable Kid, a journal to help you keep track of who said what, and when. So next time little Tommy decides to tell everyone at the dinner table, “Mommy said Daddy came home late last ...

Meals on Wheels

June 11th, 2010
JUNE 11TH, 2010 Meals on Wheels As you pedal along the Yaletown seawall on a sunny Saturday, a hunger pang hits. Dismount your saddle and wrestle up a sandwich at Sweeney’s. The new counter-service spot specializes in fresh fare, so get a Tuna Tataki ($8.50) with slices of Ahi and avocado in Togarashi sauce, or Chicken Waldorf ($8.50) with apples and walnuts and ...

Steals and Deals

June 10th, 2010
Get Your Grooster On Grooster is about enjoying short-lived special opportunities close to home. Enjoy significant value offers (first come, first serve!) at premium spas, restaurants, boutiques and events for a very limited time. Look for Klik Photographic, Regional Tasting Lounge and Mink-A Chocolate Cafe on Grooster. To stay updated on exclusive offe ...
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