The Vancouver Traveler

If you have ever wondered what gourmet pizza tastes like, Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co. is the place to go to find out.
This family friendly restaurant serves pizzas created with mostly organic ingredients and no additives, and pizzas are cooked in their wood fired ovens. The taste is simply delicious!
Some of the more popular varieties are the rosemary- chicken and the salmon & lobster, but no matter what combination of toppings you decide to choose for your pizza, you will be delighted with the outcome.
They also has a variety of pastas and salads available, all served by their extremely friendly staff.
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Urban Fare is Vancouver’s most stylish supermarket with an impressive selection of fine gourmet foods, imported cheeses, specialty coffee beans, exotic fruits, infused oils and freshly baked breads.
You will actually enjoy doing your shopping here, and will find yourself coming back for more!
They cater to everyone’s needs with a bistro and a specialty coffee bar that offers dine in or take out, cooking classes hosted by Chef Frank Abbinante, a beautiful selection of fresh cut flowers, gourmet cookware, and customized gift baskets.
The list goes on and the only way you can truly experience this remarkable shopping experience is to …read more

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This Vancouver coffee house is located at 829 Davis Street, and is well worth the trip!
Coffee A Go GO Coffee House gets very high marks for their customer service and customer appeal, its a very trendy and artsy coffee house that serves great coffee.Another one of the “perks” of Coffee A GO GO is their free wireless internet, just ask for the password at the counter and you are set to go. There is also fair amount of power outlets located throughout the coffee house, which makes it a great spot to hang out on those rainy afternoons.
They’ve also …read more

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Vancouver has one of the most sophisticated, diverse and accessible jazz scenes in the world!
The Cellar is one of Vancouver’s best jazz clubs where you can hear both new and established jazz performers.
The Cellar Restaurant and Jazz Club owner, Corey Weeds, promotes local Vancouver talent as well as talent from across Canada. They also bring in an increasing amount of international talent, making this a definite must for anyone who wants to see what the jazz community in Vancouver has to offer!
They are also been rated One of the Top 100 Jazz Clubs Worldwide by Downbeat International Jazz Club …read more

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Gastown is a charming mix of old and new, and the birthplace of Vancouver!
Cobbled streets, Victorian architecture and a maze of courtyards and passage-ways house some the the treasure that only Gastown can offer.
You will find an amazing selection of boutiques, restaurants and an assortment of entertainment for all age groups.
In total there are approximately 150 shops offering everything from native arts, antiques, jewelery and specialty shops for anyone interesting in browsing through the mazes the weave in and out of this beautiful area of Vancouver.

Photo Credit: www.redtag.ca

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The Quay is one of Vancouver’s most popular destinations…and personally my favorite! Located on the shore of North Vancouver, which of course boosts a fabulous view of Vancouver’s Skyline and harbour. This is a multi-level complex which is home to more then 90 shops and services.
Lonsdale Quay Market has an amazing fresh Market, beautiful boutique shops, and international cuisine to eat-in or take-out. There is something for all ages, even a play area for the kids and specialty kid’s only shops.

Hours of Operation:
Market Level:
Open Daily 09:30 am to 06:30 pm
Retail Level:
Open Daily 10:00 am to …read more

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Live Like Water offers their customers the opportunity to travel to another place, without leaving Vancouver!
They specialize in fragrant teas, hand-picked by independent farmers, for either purchase or to enjoy in their shop.
Sitting down on their comfy cushions or on their tiny stools , you are assured a memorable tea drinking experience, that offers you a first-hand glimpse into the Asian tea drinking ritual and to the many wondrous sides to the Asian tea customs.
Live Like Water is located in Golden Gate Centre at 633 Main Street.
For anyone who has lived in Asia, this will definitely make you feel like …read more

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The Old Spaghetti Factory in Gastown has been one of my favorite haunts for many years. While I served in the Navy, we would berth down near Gastown, and we would have to make one of our famous Old Spaghetti Factory stops.
A little history on the Factory goes as follows; “In March 1970 the Old Spaghetti Factory opened in the Gastown district of Vancouver. The concept was a very simple one; take and old warehouse in a historic part of town and fill it with antiques and artifacts, provide the finest pasta and superb service, to make an …read more

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The reason people flock to this one of a kind Ice-Cream Parlor is simple…the ice-cream is delicious!
There is no where else in the lower mainland that you are going to find 185 floavors of ice-cream, sorbet and frozen yogurt.
You could easily spend all day trying to decide which flavor you are going to choose, but the truth is, there is always another day to come back and try that other flavor of delicious ice-cream!

La Casa International Ice-Cream is located just outside China Town at 1033 Venables (Venables and Glen) or give them a call at 604.251.3211

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Tourism Vancouver will stage a culinary promotion call Dine Out Vancouver, to showcase Vancouver’s renowned food and wine scene.
From January 16 to February 3, participating restaurants will offer special three-course dinner menus to allow visitors to sample the best of local cuisine at an exceptional value.
You will be able to enjoy dinner at over 180 of Vancouver’s hottest restaurants for $15, $25 or $35 per person (alcohol and taxes not included). 
Reservations are highly recommended!

Check out Tourism Vancouver at www.tourismvancouver.com for a list of participating restaurants and to make reservations online

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