tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922864104313084742026-10-04T14:23:41.449-07:00Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.comBlogger304125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-48335731367425161292015-03-23T08:00:00.000-07:002015-03-23T08:00:01.549-07:00

It's official...I have discovered a new bowl which I am just a little bit obsessed with and is definitely going to become a staple meal.  First of all, who doesn't like eating dinner out of a bowl?  It's just that little bit naughty...like eating breakfast for dinner...and there's only one dish to clean.  Second of all, this has to be one of the yummiest peanut sauces I

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-3956490405118309662013-10-29T05:00:00.000-07:002013-10-29T05:00:11.996-07:00

This salad is one of my all-time favourite salads! It packs a wallop of flavour, the crispness is out of control and it has cheese in it!...what more could a girl ask for?  It's great as a side salad with dinner, it works well as a main for lunch, but my favourite way to eat it is as my afternoon snack at work...keeps my mouth watering all day long!   Jules, I owe you big time for

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Last Friday I had one of the funnest (yes I still believe that if I use that word enough, it will actually get added to the dictionary) nights ever!  It all started with fabulous company and a trip to Oak and 16th.  It had been so long since I'd been to this neck of the woods (five years to be exact) that I almost forgot how much I enjoyed it.  Calm and quiet enough to feel

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com03170 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 2L2, Canada49.2574165 -123.127052327.930653999999997 -164.4356463 70.584179 -81.8184583tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-5900929081862037162013-10-18T05:00:00.000-07:002013-10-18T05:00:07.839-07:00

As I'm sure you've guessed by now, I love brunch.  There's something so warm and comforting about breakfast food.  Add to that the treat of going out and enjoying it...it's just the funnest weekend outing!  A couple weeks ago, my brunching partner in crime and I decided to get out of our regular brunching routine and check out Helen's Grill on Main Street.  I thoroughly

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com04102 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P6, Canada49.248713500000008 -123.100777327.921903000000007 -164.4093713 70.575524 -81.7921833tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-73691431040202374622013-10-03T05:00:00.000-07:002013-10-03T05:00:09.563-07:00

Yes, folks it's true, I was treated to yet another month of Snackbox's yummy goodness!  And let me tell you, it was just as fun and exciting to get it this month as it was last month.  I couldn't resist sharing some photos and details on the products that my taste buds got to enjoy this month, so here you go...   Things to note: (1) Snackbox's $15 savings for first-time

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I was treated to a delicious dinner and an even better visit at a friend's house recently.  Not to bad of a return on a "hey, want to grab a tea tonight?"  I need to try that approach more often! What was on the menu?  Maple Salmon, 7 super food salad and rice.  The salmon was marinated in an oh so scrumptious marinade which you can find here (http://allrecipes.com/recipe/

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Ladies and gents, if you find yourself in Calgary and want to treat yourself to one of the finest steaks that will ever cross your lips, do yourself a favour and make your way to the Cattle Baron.  Unbelievable!  Probably didn't help that the company was superb and many a laugh was had, but even if I'd eaten alone, this meal would have topped the richter scale.  

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I recently had my first visit to the Charlatan on Commercial Drive for a burger and beer and thoroughly enjoyed myself.  Laid back, local pub feel to it, good pub food and a $14 burger and beer special every Wednesday night that just can't be beat!  So, if you find yourself thirsty on Commercial, don't be afraid to meander into the Charlatan. My Zeus Burger: lamb patty, smoked

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com01447 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X9, Canada49.271606 -123.0695848000000349.2715655 -123.06966380000003 49.271646499999996 -123.06950580000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-91104539367977501122013-09-25T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-25T07:25:10.468-07:00

If ever you're having one of those days when your sweet tooth is begging to be fed, make your way to Sweet Obsessions and treat it to some amazing desserts!  Sweet Obsessions is a cross between what I imagine Willy Wonka's bakery would be like (I couldn't believe all of the desserts!), a tea shop (think Murchie's), and a cozy coffee shop.  Always busy and stocked to the brim with

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com02611 West 16th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 3X5, Canada49.257963200000013 -123.1651100999999927.931156200000014 -164.4737041 70.584770200000008 -81.8565161tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-6640813399340521312013-09-24T05:00:00.001-07:002013-09-24T05:00:03.375-07:00

For my friend's big night out on the town we started things off with dinner at La Bocca and that was definitely a good call.  Funky atmosphere, yummy food with solid portions, delicious drinks and great service.  As for the rest of the night...don't you wish you knew! Things to note: (1) La Bocca is located in Whistler Village, across from Citta's and in behind the

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com0Whistler, BC V0N, Canada50.1163196 -122.9573563000000149.9533676 -123.28007980000001 50.279271599999994 -122.63463280000002tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-83985975785151131592013-09-23T05:00:00.001-07:002013-09-23T05:00:14.652-07:00

A couple weekends ago, I headed up to Whistler with an amazing group of ladies for a lovely friend's stagette!  The spa, ziplining, scrumptious food, yummy beverages and a lot of laughter...you can't ask for a better weekend than that!  Even though we were sworn to secrecy over the crazy shenanigans we got up to, the bride gave me the A-Okay to divulge the secrets of our

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com038086 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC V8B 0B7, Canada49.6996832 -123.1522532000000249.6582297 -123.23293420000002 49.741136700000006 -123.07157220000002tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-70575202112654709112013-09-20T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-20T05:00:01.605-07:00

Ladies and gents, I always had an inkling that Chewies was a fun placed based on what I've seen walking by, but I had no idea it was the Rodney's of Kits...totally made my day!!!  Kick butt caesars, great drinks, amazing oysters, laid back service, and an interesting Southern-inspired menu.  Add to that that they have a nice patio and what looks like a rocking bar...I definitely plan on

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com02201 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 3E6, Canada49.270972699999987 -123.1552828999999727.944168699999988 -164.46387689999997 70.597776699999983 -81.846688899999975tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-85193872949516744672013-09-19T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-19T05:00:10.618-07:00

I recently had a lovely family brunch and visit at my Aunt and Uncle's.  There's nothing like catching up over a yummy meal!  When I discovered that two of the yummy in my tummy recipes came from the Looneyspoons cookbook, I couldn't resist including them here.  Since I didn't make them myself, I don't have a "my version" of the recipes, but have included links to the

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A fabulously fun group of ladies, sunshine and a patio...lunch doesn't get much better than that...except for when there's a plethora of mouth-watering burgers on the menu!  Enter Romer's Burger Bar in Yaletown.  Great patio, and a scrumptious burger for every burger lover.  So, next time you're having a burger craving, make sure Romer's is on your short list. Things to note:

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com11039 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T4, Canada49.2763067 -123.1196999999999727.9495027 -164.42829399999997 70.6031107 -81.811105999999967tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-71880887136169933122013-09-17T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-17T05:00:00.049-07:00

Now this is my kind of way to cook salmon!  Grilled salmon, tomatoes, kalamata olives, artichokes, capers, fresh basil and olive oil...scrumdidliumptious!  The original Grilled Salmon recipe came from my handy-dandy Earthbound Farm's Food to Live By cookbook, but I've included my version of it below. Ingredients 1 large garlic clove, minced 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped 1 big

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-42997595977002789812013-09-16T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-16T05:00:00.867-07:00

Noodlebox...hands-down one of the greatest take-out options ever.  Yummy noodles, scrumptious sauces, fresh veggies and one of those Chinese take-out boxes is just oh so fun to carry home!  Just make sure you don't try to act like a hero when it comes to the heat factor...I'm normally a medium girl and I have a hard time handling their "1." Things to note: (1) 6 locations in

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com01867 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M4, Canada49.2680664 -123.1473318999999849.268025900000005 -123.14741089999998 49.2681069 -123.14725289999998tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-1520084432968600192013-09-13T05:00:00.001-07:002013-09-13T05:00:13.500-07:00

I was recently invited out on a food adventure with my long-legged friend and my faux-long legged friend.  I had no idea where we were going, but I had been promised scrumptious Indian food and knew that lawyers were somehow involved.  Turns out that we were going to the Grounds for Appeal Café. This café is definitely not fancy (think two steps up from your school cafeteria), but the

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com0845 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B, Canada49.277578 -123.1159527.9508005 -164.424544 70.6043555 -81.807356tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-18586581913231968472013-09-12T05:00:00.001-07:002013-09-12T05:00:03.237-07:00

When my parents came to town for a visit this summer, I was horrified to discover that I'd never taken them to Stanley Park!  What sort of a tour guide am I?  Nine years of visits and no Stanley Park tour...geeshkapeeshka!  Needless to say, we decided it was time for a trip to Stanley Park!  We drove in from the downtown Vancouver side, and took a leisurely drive to

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com05601 Stanley Park Drive, Vancouver, BC V6G, Canada49.312365 -123.1429150000000227.9855865 -164.45150900000002 70.6391435 -81.834321000000017tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-87431890883273380052013-09-11T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-11T05:00:06.096-07:00

A couple of months ago when I was walking down Burrard Street, I was offered a free SMAK sample.  At first I was so confused...what is a SMAK?  But, seeing as though I could never rationalize turning down free food, I took the sample.  I can't remember what it was, but I remember it was very yummy and actually enticed me to check them out online.  What I discovered intrigued

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com11139 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 2P4, Canada49.28799 -123.1214006000000227.961183000000002 -164.42999460000001 70.614797 -81.812806600000016tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-68195098826916675242013-09-10T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-10T13:19:06.213-07:00

I was recently the lucky recipient of a subscription to Snackbox!  If you're anything like me, you're probably asking yourself what is Snackbox?  Think of a wine-of-the-month club but for healthy snacks.  Each month, Snackbox mails its subscribers a box full of yummy treats to eat to their heart's content.  The greatest part is that the snacks are health

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-12180327585070851272013-09-09T05:00:00.000-07:002013-09-09T05:00:03.617-07:00

One of the best kept restaurant secrets in Kelowna is the Grand Bay Café located in the Delta Grand Okanagan.  The restaurant is quiet and calm, the service is good, they have a patio right on the lagoons, the food is good quality and solid sizes, the prices are very reasonable and, rumour has it, that they even have a $15 burger and beer special on Rockets home game nights in the winter!&

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com01310 Water Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9P4, Canada49.892033900000008 -119.4968423000000328.565255400000009 -160.80543630000003 71.2188124 -78.188248300000026tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-43483253499652628442013-09-06T05:00:00.002-07:002013-09-11T18:59:06.257-07:00

While on a trip to the US of A this summer, one of my favourite ladies discovered DRY Soda.  DRY Soda is an all natural soda with only 4 ingredients in it, and with a fraction of the calories and sugar of a traditional pop.  Only 55 to 70 calories for a 355mL bottle!  The best part?  DRY provides details on the flavour profile of each soda flavour (9 in total) and&

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-91105709248456887822013-09-05T05:00:00.002-07:002013-09-05T15:42:21.294-07:00

Ladies and gents, I have officially made homemade pesto for the first time!   I know, I know...probably a little behind the times, but better late than never.  I used Jamie Oliver's pesto recipe from Jamie's Italy as a guideline and it was scrumptious!  I've included my version of it below: Ingredients 1 handful of pine nuts (approximately 1/2 of a cup) Basil leaves off a

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I was getting together with a friend for a much needed catch up when we discovered the wait for a patio table at Local was far too long for our belly's hunger level.  So, we decided to pop across the street to Hapa Izakaya where we got a patio table in the sun instantaneously!  They may not have caesars in boots, but they definitely have yummy modern Japanese food and just as good

Shaynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064207570898135423noreply@blogger.com01516 Yew Street, Vancouver, BC V6K 3E4, Canada49.2722308 -123.1548887999999827.945420300000002 -164.46348279999998 70.59904130000001 -81.846294799999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192286410431308474.post-11753490124800949302013-09-03T05:00:00.001-07:002013-09-03T05:00:00.520-07:00

I love going back to the Okanagan to see all of the friends and family that I spend far too much time away from, but there also tends to be an added bonus: everyone sends you home with a tonne of produce!  This last trip I cleaned up.  Peaches from my friend's Grandma's peach tree (amazing), a jar of homemade pickles (can't wait for a special occasion to open those puppies up), a

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