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Head Strong

October 3rd, 2009
October 3rd, 2009 Head Strong Ask a little girl what she wants to be when she grows up and you can hear any response from “Princess” to “Prime Minister.” Equal parts poised and pretty, the cotton knit giant paiettes headband with an embellished flower (US$40) from e-shop Kicokids is serious enough for tough tea party talks and whimsical enough for playing dress-up. And she'll always h ...

Top Taco

October 2nd, 2009
OCTOBER 2ND, 2009 Top Taco If our city's taco-loving chihuahuas could talk, they'd exclaim “¡Yo quiero La Taqueria!” A can't-miss Madonna beckons you into the tiny, no frills taco shop. Serving up real Mexican fare, there's no greasy tater tots or crunchy shells in sight, just authentic soft tacos stuffed with fresh, free-range goods. Request the combo and fill your plate with four ...

Steals and Deals

October 2nd, 2009
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Croatia Crawl

October 1st, 2009
OCTOBER 1ST, 2009 Croatia Crawl Christened Europe's new Riviera, the former Communist Croatia's central Dalmatian Coast is hopping. The spectacular island of Hvar, known for its lavender, is a sun-blessed oasis with Venetian architecture, a rich history and a bustling nightlife. stayAway from the bustle of the Old Town (but still less than a 10-minute walk), Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resor ...

Film Fest Cheat Sheet

September 30th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2009 Film Fest Cheat Sheet The Vancouver International Film Festival opens tomorrow with a whopping 360 films screening in a mere 16 days. But don't fret film buffs, we scoured the program and got the scoop from insiders to bring you the shortlist. Herewith, five flicks that'll butter your popcorn. An EducationThis Sundance Audience Award winner, from the director of It ...

Chic in the City

September 29th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2009 Chic in the City New York is just a New York minute away—DKNY that is. The new Oakridge Centre store stocks the sharp, shape-friendly basics Donna Karan has come to typify. With lots of tweed accents and shots of this season's hot shade, crimson, you'll find plenty of posh pieces at a prettier price point than you'd expect. The must-have item we snagge ...

An Eggo* Waffle a Day

September 28th, 2009
September 28, 2009 An Eggo* Waffle a Day Breakfast in bed is sweet, but a healthy start to the day—served in under 5 minutes flat—is even sweeter. Kellogg's Eggo* waffles are a morning option that will make you feel like supermom. You can do your usual multi-tasking routine (like pop them in the toaster and check your email at the same time). Eggo* Fibre Plus Cinnamon waffles are ...

Have You Herbed?

September 28th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 28TH, 2009 Have You Herbed? The local food movement doesn't just pertain to your palate. This Thursday, Vida Spa launches its new Local Artisan Ayurvedic Facial. With creams and potions packed with locally sourced herbs like sage, sandalwood and chamomile, the natural ingredients blend aromatherapy and antioxidants into one tantalizing treatment. It gets two green thumbs up fr ...

Snail Mail

September 26th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 26TH, 2009 Snail Mail Sometimes another white T-shirt just doesn't do justice to your budding superstar. Plaid cowboy onesies ($68) from new Vancouver line Escargot Kids are sure to rock your Billy. And for little Taylor Swift-in-training there's an adorable version with ruffles and puff sleeves. Inspired by the vintage-styles of the line's creators (a married industrial desig ...

Apple of My Oven

September 25th, 2009
SEPTEMBER 25TH, 2009 Apple of My Oven The best way to take baby steps into the fall season? Bake baby-sized pies. Williams Sonoma's apple and pumpkin pocket pie molds ($14.95 each) are perfectly petite and practically foolproof. Complete with a pastry recipe on the back of the box, the adorably-shaped shell gives you a top and bottom—all you do is stuff one side with something sweet or ...
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