A Weekend of Family Fun at River Rock Casino and Resort

Nestled along the banks of the Fraser River overlooking the gorgeous boardwalk lies the River Rock Casino and Resort. Conveniently located roughly 5km from Vancouver International Airport, it offers upscale dining, indoor salt-water pool and water slide, spa, gym along with a 24-hour casino and live entertainment. Before we had children, The River Rock was…

Fried Chicken Adventure: Cocoru

YES! I have found another great restaurant that makes a variety of delicious fried chicken, COCORU! Cocoru is a Korean fried chicken and beer restaurant located in Richmond, BC. It is only approximately 10 minutes away from Lansdown Canada Line Station so it’s easy to access by public transit. I went to Cocoru for a…

The Dolar Shop’s Ocean Wise Partnership

The Dolar Shop recently announced that they were partnering up with Ocean Wise to promote sustainable seafood options at their restaurant in Richmond, BC. I had the opportunity to visit The Dolar Shop for a media event and learn more about this amazing new initiative. The Dolar Shop is a hot pot restaurant which opened…

Calendar of Events – November 2018

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition – Richmond – On now until January 11, 2019 Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at Lipont Place in Richmond, BC is a major international travelling exhibition that contains 121 authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of the RMS Titanic. On now until January 11, 2019, learn about the legendary RMS Titanic’s compelling…

Calendar of Events – August 2018

Powell Street Festival – Vancouver – August 4-5, 2018 The 42nd annual Powell Street Festival takes place August 4 & 5, in Oppenheimer Park and surrounding areas to celebrate the Japanese-Canadian community, arts and cultural heritage. The Powell Street Festival is the largest Japanese Canadian festival in the country and the longest running community arts celebration…

Cactus Club Cafe opens brand new Richmond Centre location!

For as long as I can remember, Cactus Club Cafe was at the corner of No 3 and Lansdowne Rd, right across from Lansdowne Centre. Back then, they were known for their eclectic mix of artwork, including quirky items like cow displays, a giant moose head, and a rabbit in a hat painting. This year,…

Calendar of Events – September 2017

Richmond World Festival 2017, Richmond – September 1 & 2 Popular Canadian rockers Tokyo Police Club and Korean hip hop star Verbal Jint will headline Richmond World Festival – Richmond’s signature celebration of music, food, and culture, as well as over 75 music and dance performances on nine stages. Event will be open at Minoru…

Calendar of Events – August 2017

Honda Celebration of Light, Vancouver – August 2 (UK) and August 5 (Canada) The second night of the annual Honda Celebration of Light features the United Kingdom, and the third night will conclude with Canada’s presentation on August 5. In celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday, each competing team will be required to include an iconic…

Calendar of Events – July 2017

Golden Spike Days Festival, Port Moody – June 30 to July 3 Golden Spike Days Festival is one of the oldest and longest running family events, held at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody. Enjoy fun activities, live entertainment, fabulous food, and a youth talent competition on stage. Free admission for all. Steveston Salmon Festival,…

Pepper Lunch Opens Third Metro Vancouver Location

The Lower Mainland has welcomed Pepper Lunch with open arms and stomachs. The fast-casual Japanese restaurant concept known for its hot iron skillets will open the doors to its third Canadian location in Metro Vancouver next week – The second in Richmond; and it will be their largest single-level Canadian location yet. Pepper Lunch’s new location will feature…