Living

At this time of year, I barely have time to grocery shop, let alone cook. You’re more likely to find me making the rounds of some of my favourite take out joints.

When we think of dressing a room, the primary thoughts go to neutrals for the large furnishings, texture within the drapery and area rugs, and colour and pattern via smaller textiles, accessories, and art.

A Vancouver stylist and personal shopper suggests stepping into pants for a holiday party look that’s comfortably chic.

In Joseph Goldstein and Jack Kornfield’s book Seeking the Heart of Wisdom, “near-enemies” are states that are mistaken for desirable qualities, such as unconditional love, compassion and equanimity.

Wayne Babcock didn’t celebrate when his wife gave him a three-month personal training package for his 70th birthday in 2013. “I had mixed feelings,” Babcock said.

I was happy from the moment I walked through the door of Kitsilano's Au Comptoir .

There’s no question that Victoria is producing some of the finest beer in Canada. Now, beer fans can celebrate the best of Vancouver Island beer with Victoria Beer Week, running from March 7-15.

SCENE | HEARD Chef David Hawksworth has revealed the location of his second restaurant, slated to open late-2015. The space at the MNP Tower ay 1021 West Hastings St.

Last week I asked Vancouver “ Where are all the Middle Eastern Restaurants? ” It’s a cuisine often overlooked in our multicultural city and with our limited options, it’s worth a closer look.

Everything is crazy busy these days! My days start at 4am and end at 10pm. Why? Cause I left everything until the last minute, got overwhelmed, and forgot how to use my time management skills.