Milestones Chocolate Ganache Torte is out of this world, Belgian chocolate, crushed pecan crust and salted caramel sauce that is to die for…
Category Archives: BRITISH COLUMBIA
Top Dining Vancouver
Milestones, is another local favorite with many locations in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. They do mix up a pretty awesome Bellini and I really love the Chopped Salad with a honey lime peanut vinaigrette it is delicious but make sure you save room for the real winner on the menu, the Ganache Torte for dessert or maybe to begin with…
Stanley Park Vancouver BC

Enjoy this West Coast Rainforest with 400 hectares of beautiful scenery, trails, beaches and a wide variety of outdoor activities…
Abbotsford Top Treats
The Cactus Club Café serves up an incredible White Chocolate Cheesecake, make sure you save room for this one…
Top Dining Abbotsford
The Cactus Club Café always seems to be very busy, they must be doing something right! It starts with the Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps. One bite and you will understand why you will want to go back again…
Castle Fun Park Abbotsford BC
The rainy season is inevitable for us living here on the northwest coast. Most days are a torrential downpour. The upside; everything stays pretty green but on the downside, it can often take weeks or a month to see a clear day. The past few weeks we have had tons of rain, high winds, hail, thunder, lightning and power outages. Spring break is looking really great to be able to go somewhere hot and considerably drier.
Vancouver Top Treats
Earl’s also claims one of the top restaurant treats you will find anywhere. They have one of the best Sticky Toffee puddings you will ever try. Dripping delicious, this one even gives the Gordon Ramsey version a run for his money…
Top Dining Vancouver
Earl’s has been a favorite for years, it is no surprise that a day trip into Vancouver would end in a visit to one of the many locations. They have a wide variety of great dishes from the Blackened Chicken Caesar to a great Steak. But one of my all time favorites is the spicy Hunan Kung Pow, an absolute must to try…
Capilano Suspension Bridge and Canyon Lights
The Capilano Suspension bridge is a fun way to spend any given day with the spectacular views as you walk across the canyon, through the trees or along the Cliff Walk. Now add Christmas lights to the mix and the view becomes really amazing…
Vancouver Christmas Market
This little German Christmas market complete with a carousel offers a wide variety of Christmas crafts and a number of delicious food and treats. Many beverage options are available for adults. For the kids, you will find a magnificent real hot chocolate that is out of this world. Get into the spirit with christmas carols and unique gifts at The Vancouver Christmas Market which runs Nov 21 – Dec 24
Granville Island
If you are looking to get into the Halloween spirit early this year, stop by and see the Day of the Dead art pieces on display at various shops throughout Granville Island. Then take a break for lunch or dinner at one of the many fine restaurants on Granville Island.
Aquarium Vancouver BC

The Vancouver Aquarium offers a wide variety of sea creatures to enjoy from sharks and sea turtles to jellyfish as well as a few shows including dolphins, otters and Beluga whales. The majority of the exhibits are located indoors, making it enjoyable rain or shine the aquarium is a great way to enjoy the day.
Top Dining Cultus Lake

After a good brisk work out from the Teapot Hill hike or a vigorous swim in the lake, nothing will taste better than a delicious pizza from J Beethoven’s Pizza. One of my favourites is the Herculean…
Teapot Hill
Teapot Hill Trail is an easy 5km round trip hike, located next to Cultus Lake. The entrance can be found on Columbia Valley Rd beside the Teapot Hill parking lot. Enjoy splendid views of Cultus lake and the Columbia Valley.
Pacific National Exhibition
Vancouver BC offers an excellent fair which runs every year from the end of August to the first week in September. It offers a number of great attractions, food and entertainment. This year the lineup of entertainment includes The Beach Boys, Colin James, Hall and Oates, Dennis DeYoung, Tom Cochrane and Loverboy to name a few. Check the PNE website for a full list of the performers.
Maple Ridge Top Treats
At one of the Many Town Hall locations you will find this fantastic little dessert the Salted Caramel Trifle. Certainly worth a visit for you to try… Continue reading
Top Dining Near Wild Play

Wild Play gives us a great work out, after which we like to stop by the Town Hall Pub for some wings and dessert, our Treat of the week destination!
Wild Play Elements Park
We are taking advantage of an annual pass offered by Wild Play Elements Park in Maple Ridge BC with various other locations available. This is a great way to have a lot of fun and stay fit.







