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We receive about 164 rainy days a year and are the mildest climate in Canada. This isn’t such a bad thing considering the rest of the country is filled with snow for about 6 months!

Vancouver is home to the world famous Stanley Park, which is 10% larger than Central Park in New York. It has been rated the #1 park in North America from TripAdvisor readers and is absolutely stunning. My favourite way to explore the park is by bicycle. You can travel along the Seawall for approximately 9 kilometres (5.6 miles), with breathtaking views of the water, trees, beaches and several great attractions like the Vancouver Aquarium.

With 40% of Vancouver’s total population made up of immigrants, we take pride in welcoming people from cultures across the globe. Referred to by many as “Hollywood North,” we are the most popular location to film in besides Los Angeles and New York. Our cruise ship terminal is the 4th largest in the world and leaves visitors absolutely in awe after returning from the most popular cruise location of Alaska.

All these reasons and more are exactly why I decided to travel 7,461 km from the province of Newfoundland to be here. Growing up, I had the pleasure of staying in a handful of beautiful hotels with my brother and sister while joining my father on his business trips. It wasn’t long until I fell in love with the feeling I got when staying in a luxury hotel. Although I was only age 8 at the time, I was always treated like someone special when we visited. This coupled along with the beautiful décor, fun personalities, and amenities was enough for me to decide at a young age that I wanted to dedicate my life to the hospitality profession and provide second to none customer service for each and every guest I would interact with.

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It’s no secret that Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. In 2017 it ranked #5 in “the world’s most liveable cities” and with destinations like Whistler, Victoria and Tofino close by there’s plenty of reason for worldly visitors to take a trip to British Columbia, Canada.

“I wanted to dedicate my life to the hospitality profession and provide second to none

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1. Take a tour with Sky Helicopters

I recomend the Coast Mountain Adventure where you’ll enjoy the best of British Columbia’s West Coast winter. Fly to the backcountry to see snow capped peaks, alpine lakes, and untouched nature. Your adventure includes a half hour remote backcountry landing. Step out of the helicopter and breathe in the fresh air of BC’s pristine wilderness.

2. Take a bike ride in Stanley Park

Find a break in the weather and do a bike ride around the sea wall. You can hire a bike at Cycle City and if you don’t want to bike through the city down the bike paths then go to “Spokes” located right before Stanley park.

3. Go skiing or snowboarding

The best places for this are Seymour Mountain, Cypress Mountain, Grouse Mountain and Whistler Blackcomb.

“Fly to the backcountry to see snow capped peaks, alpine lakes, and untouched nature.”Top 10

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Chef Concierge, Rosewood Hotel Georgia, VancouverPicks of Vancouver 4. Go on a Forbidden

Vancouver Walking tour.If your idea of adventure is following your guide down moonlit alleyways and cobblestone streets to a forbidden world of opium dens, secret bawdy houses and unsolved murders, then Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours are the perfect place to go.

5. Have a winter adventure at Grouse Mountain

This has the North Shore’s biggest variety of terrain for skiing and riding...and so much more.

6. Take a tour with Landsea Tours and Adventures

They provide stress-free exploration with unparalleled expertise and local knowledge, leaving everyone feeling entertained, rested, and full of fun facts!

7. Check out the creativity at Granville Island

The Granville Island Public Market acts as a hub of activity, but it’s also one of the city’s most important cultural districts with theatres, artisan workshops and craft studios.


.8. See the latest exhibitions at the Museum of Anthropology

This is a place of world arts and cultures with a special emphasis on the First Nations peoples and other cultural communities of British Columbia, Canada.

9. Visit Gastown Neighbourhood

This is the oldest neighbourhood in Downtown Vancouver. A national historic site, Gastown in Vancouver is a bustling urban centre, full of charm, nightlife, fabulous shopping, and many of the city’s most-acclaimed

restaurants.

10. Visit the Polygon GalleryA new waterfront landmark on Vancouver’s North Shore, The Polygon offers a one-of-a-kind space to encounter contemporary visual art with a focus on photography.

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“Do not be angry with the rain; it simply does not know how to fall upwards.”

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Yes, it rains in Vancouver. A lot. An average of 161 days a year. It gets almost twice as much rain as London. Vitamin D sales are strong in Vancouver.

But a rainy day in Vancouver doesn’t mean you have to scrap your plans and dolefully gaze out the window of your hotel room all day. There are plenty of things to do when the skies turn gloomy.

“The splendid scenery, lush forest greenery enhanced by the rain, and fresh air, redolent

with the sweet scents of trees and plants, create an absolutely enchanting experience.”


As the largest art gallery in Western Canada, there is a lot to see here. With over 41,000 square feet and more than 11,000 works, you can get lost in beautiful, classical artwork and photographs and forget all about the inclement weather outside. The gallery contains many works by regional and Canadian artists – most notably Emily Carr – as well as an extensive collection of 17th-century paintings by Dutch masters.

Right in the heart of Vancouver is the fun and eclectic public market. It features a farmer’s market, vendors, artists, 50 permanent retailers, and over 100 day vendors in stalls throughout the complex. Find handcrafted items and unique gifts, and sample one (or more) of the more than 20 cafés, bakeries, and restaurants on site. You have to walk outside for short distances to get from building to building, but most of the public market is warm and dry inside.

Yes, this is outside, but a drizzly day is a good time to avoid the usual crowds. You can even get a rain poncho upon request. This 140-meter bridge spans the Capilano River and is suspended no less than 70 meters above the water. The splendid scenery, lush forest greenery enhanced by the rain, and fresh air, redolent with the sweet scents of trees and plants, create an absolutely enchanting experience.

Vancouver Art Gallery

Address: 750 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H7, Canada

Tel: +1 604-662-4700

www.vanartgallery.bc.ca

Granville Island

Public Market

Address: 1669 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-666-6655

www.granvilleisland.com

Capilano Suspension

Bridge

Address: 3735 Capilano Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 4J1, Canada

Tel: +1 604-985-7474

www.capbridge.com

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Located in Stanley Park, this is one of the main tourist attractions in Vancouver. Its 100,000 square feet and nine different galleries are home to more than 70,000 animals. See dolphins, otters, seals, frogs, sharks, rays, penguins, and countless species of fish ranging from beautiful to bizarre to downright otherworldly.

Ever wished you could fly? You practically can at Flyover Canada. This unique experience will have you suspended in front of a 20-meter spherical screen while you take a voyage across the entire country. You’ll “fly” into river valleys, across prairies, and over snowcapped mountains as you see Canada’s most spectacular and iconic locations. Wind, mist, scents, and motion are added to enhance the experience. It’s located at Canada Place in downtown Vancouver.

Explore world arts and cultures, and especially works by the First Nations, at MOA, located at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. Over 35,000 ethnographic objects and 535,000 archeological items are found within its walls, including carvings, weavings, sculptures, ceramics, totem poles, masks, jewelry, and clothing. Tours are available. The campus itself is in a beautiful location, with spectacular sea and mountain views. Perfect for a rainy day.

Vancouver Aquarium

Address: 845 Avison Way, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-659-3474

www.vanaqua.org

Flyover Canada

Address: 201 - 999 Canada Place, Canada, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada

Tel: +1 604-620-8455

www.flyovercanada.com

Museum of Anthropology

Address: 6393 NW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-822-5087

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“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.”

Pablo Picasso

While the spectacular snow-capped mountains and cerulean blue waters of Vancouver will do a pretty good job of ‘washing the dust off your soul,’ it is always worthwhile to take some time out to appreciate the arts. True, this city-by-the-sea in western Canada is best known for its natural vistas and unblemished beauty. But as a multilayered, multidimensional world tourist destination, it offers music, theatre, contemporary art, and so much more.


Vancouver Symphony

Orchestra

Address: 500 – 843 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 0G4

Tel: +1 604-876-3434

www.vancouversymphony.ca

Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Address: 201 - 999 Canada Place, Canada, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada

Tel: +1 604-620-8455

www.flyovercanada.com

Arts Club Theatre

Company

Address: See website for locations

Tel: +1 604-687-1644

www.artsclub.com

Contemporary Art Gallery

Address: 555 Nelson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 6R5, Canada

Tel: +1 604-681-2700

www.contemporaryartgallery.ca

The country’s third largest orchestra; 140 concerts each season feature everything from Beethoven to the Beatles. The season runs from September to June, and summer concerts are played at various outdoor venues around the city.

Home to both the Vancouver Opera and Ballet B.C. Events are held here regularly – from concerts and children’s entertainment to Broadway shows, dance performances, and movies.

If classic theatre is more up your alley, the Arts Club Theatre Company keeps performances going at three different venues.

As the name suggests, this gallery features contemporary art and artists. A non-profit public art gallery dedicated to the research, exhibition, education and documentation of contemporary visual art.

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Equinox Gallery

Address: 525 Great Northern Way, Vancouver, BC V5T 1E1, Canada

Tel: +1 604-736-2405

www.equinoxgallery.com

Inuit Gallery of Vancouver

Address: 206 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-688-7323

www.inuit.com

Kostuik Gallery

Address: 1070 Homer St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-737-3969

www.kostuikgallery.com

Coastal Peoples Fine

Arts Gallery

Address: 332 Water St Unit 200, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B6, Canada

Tel: +1 604-684-9222

www.coastalpeoples.com

After more than 40 years in the business, Equinox Gallery has accumulated an impressive roster of artists and gained a reputation both at home and abroad.

Opened in 1979, this gallery in trendy Gastown is dedicated to Inuit and Northwest Coast art. The collections include sculptures, prints, drawings, jewelry, and wall hangings. Both art and gifts are available for purchase.

Established 1997 in Vancouver, Canada, the Jennifer Kostuik Gallery represents mid-career and established visual artists from Canada, the USA, Japan, Mexico, Australia and The Netherlands.

The spirit and artistry of First Nations culture is on exhibition here, with both traditional and contemporary works on display and for sale.

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Winsor Gallery

Address: 258 E 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1A6, Canada

Tel: +1 604-681-4870

www.winsorgallery.com

Chali Rosso Art Gallery

Address: 549 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2C2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-733-3594

www.chalirosso.com

LeSoleil Fine Art Gallery

Address: 100-535 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2Z4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-565-2424

www.lesoleilfineart.com

ArtStarts Gallery

Address: 808 Richards Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 3A7, Canada

Tel: +1 604-336-0626

www.artstarts.com

Located in South Granville Rise, Winsor Gallery promotes Canadian, as well as international, contemporary artists. The works here include sculpture, painting, photography, and multi-media.

The collection is primarily focused on graphic works of the most well known Modern Masters, such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Marc Chagall, Joan Miró and Henri Matisse.

LeSoleil Fine Art Gallery brings over 50 years of combined Vancouver art gallery industry experience to their meticulous presentation of a spectacular contemporary and Old Masters art.

The ArtStarts Gallery is the only free, public gallery in Canada exclusively dedicated to young people’s art.


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This 1,000-acre park is almost entirely surrounded by the waters of Vancouver Harbor and English Bay. Named after Lord Stanley, it was the city’s first park, and you can stay busy or relax there all day. Swim (in a pool or at the beach); play tennis or golf; hike; walk, bike, or jog along the Seawall path; and visit the aquarium, which covers 2.1 acres and contains 70,000 animals.

In the District of North Vancouver, Lynn Canyon Park has been a favorite among Vancouver residents and tourists since 1912. The park offers several hiking trails, and for the more intrepid hikers, a suspension bridge for pedestrians lets you walk across the canyon 50 meters above the river below. At only a meter wide...yes, it sways when you’re on it!

Named after the Point Atkinson Lighthouse, built in 1914, this park in West Vancouver features numerous hiking trails of varying levels of difficulty. The old-growth forest includes giant Douglas firs and Western red cedars that are more than 1,000 years old. Rock climbing is a popular activity in the summer months. Since the park is on a peninsula, spectacular vistas open up on the Salish Sea.

Stanley Park

Address: Vancouver, BC V6G 1Z4, Canada

www.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/stanley-park.aspx

Lynn Canyon Park

Address: 3690 Park Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3K2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-990-3755

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Address: 3690 Park Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3K2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-990-3755

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This trail, near Squamish, B.C., is about an hour’s drive from Vancouver. Start at Shannon Falls – a 330-meter waterfall – and head up to the Chief, which features three peaks with breathtaking views of Howe Sound and the surrounding mountains. All three peaks can be conquered in about six hours. However, be aware that this is not an altogether easy hike – chains and ropes are in place so you can pull yourself up to the peak. The entire round-trip hike is 11 km with a 600-meter elevation gain. Be sure to stop at the Britannia Mine Museum, which has underground train tours.

These landmarks have the distinction of being the highest points in the city of Vancouver, and they offer great views of the city and mountains. And for horticulture enthusiasts, there is no better place in the entire area. The park includes the Bloedel Conservatory, a quarry garden, arboretum, rose garden, sculptures, and many varieties of native and exotic trees. At Seasons in the Park restaurant, fine dining comes with an amazing panorama in a beautiful, natural setting.

There is scenery galore along this 12 km (one way) hike on the North Shore. It goes from Deep Cove to the Lynn Valley Suspension Bridge, and you’ll pass stunning views of Deep Cove, Indian Arm, Port Moody, and the spectacular canyons of the Seymour River and Lynn Creek. The trail is open all year. Allow five hours for the hike.

Stawamus Chief

Hiking Trail

Address: Squamish, BC V0N 1T0

Queen Elizabeth Park and

Bloedel Conservatory

Address: 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2Z1, Canada

Tel: +1 604-257-8584

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Bauhaus

Address: 1 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-974-1147

www.bauhaus-restaurant.com

AnnaLena

Address: 1809 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 5B8, Canada

Tel: +1 778-379-4052

www.chalirosso.com

Kissa Tanto

Address: 263 E Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T8, Canada

Tel: +1 778-379-8078

www.kissatanto.com

Nightingale

Address: 1017 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6E 0C4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-695-9500

www.hawknightingale.com

Located in Gastown, a modern take on German cuisine. Try the tasting menu - either four or six courses - and ask Daniel or Damien for their tips on favourite pairings.

Executive Chef Michael Robbins, who appeared on Top Chef Canada, says his cooking style is French-inspired, “modern Canadian cooking, heavily influenced by the Pacific Northwest.”

A unique fusion of Japanese and Italian, Kissa Tanto was inspired by Tokyo’s jazz cafés of the 1960s.

Modern Canadian fare and a fun and vibrant atmosphere. Just remember that the dishes come as they are. No changes or substitutions.


L’Abattoir

Address: 217 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-568-1701

www.labattoir.ca

Savio Volpe

Address: 615 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5T 3K5, Canada

Tel: +1 604-428-0072

www.saviovolpe.com

Vij’s

Address: 3106 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-736-6664

www.kissatanto.com

Le Crocodile

Address: 909 Burrard St #100, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2N2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-669-4298

www.lecrocodilerestaurant.com

The actual site of Vancouver’s first jail, L’Abattoir is in a fascinating 19th-century brick building in trendy Gastown. Pacific Northwest/French cuisine and great cocktails.

Simple osteria Italian fare in an industrial chic setting. Handmade pasta, chicken and fish lightly wood-smoked over a grill, and great wine and coffee. Delightful Italian food in a cozy, comfortable atmosphere.

It’s been called “the best Indian restaurant in North America.” Bill Clinton wanted to eat here. Just remember, there is a strict no-reservations policy.

Traditional French cuisine with a West Coast style. A mainstay in Vancouver for 30 years, this place has served notable guests Jack Nicholson, Cindy Crawford, Steven Spielberg, and Al Pacino.

Heirloom

Address: 1509 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6H 3J2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-733-2231

www.heirloomrestaurant.ca

Wildebeest

Address: 120 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G8, Canada

Tel: +1 604-687-6880

www.wildebeest.ca

Hokkaido Ramen

Santouka

Address: 1690 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7, Canada

Tel: +1 604-681-8121

www.santouka.co.jp

Chambar

Address: 568 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2L3, Canada

Tel: +1 604-879-7119

www.chambar.com

Vegetarian fare, and vegan dishes also available. Build your own salad or try such dishes as Smoked Mushroom Penne, Not Butter Chicken Curry, or the Ninja Bowl. Bright and modern interior with a friendly staff.

A farm-to-table menu with excellent wines in a 19th-century building in Gastown. Try the roasted elk loin or Beetroot & Burrata, and make sure to sample a Mucho Verde cocktail - mezcal, celery, lime, agave, and tarragon.

Founder Hitoshi Hatanaka told his family, “I’m going to make delicious ramen.” And he did. Called “the best ramen in the city.”

Cozy, relaxing atmosphere with exposed brick, mood lighting, and savory Belgian cuisine and seafood. Try the white chocolate pistachio rosewater topping on your waffles! Go for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.


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Nomad

Address: 3950 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-708-8525

www.nomad-vancouver.ca

The Mackenzie Room

Address: 415 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1G7, Canada

Tel: +1 604-253-0705

www.wildebeest.ca

Tuc Craft Kitchen

Address: 60 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1C9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-559-8999

www.tuccraftkitchen.com

Mission Kitsilano

Address: 2042 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-739-2042

www.missionkits.ca

Nomad features sustainable, local cuisine and craft cocktails. High ceilings and west-facing windows create a bright, airy atmosphere and stunning views of the sunset.

Close to downtown, this is where the locals go. The chalkboard menu means there is always something interesting and different. A fun, “rustic-chic” atmosphere. Open for dinner, 5:30–10 p.m.

Describing its food as “elegant, rustic, honest,” Tuc Craft Kitchen is another Gastown favorite—retro-chic with modern tavern fare.

Top Chef Canada All Star Curtis Luk heads up the kitchen, and the restaurant features Pacific Northwest with farm-to-table sharing plates menus. There are flavorful vegetarian, meat, and seafood tasting menus.


At Provence Marinaside, our Chefs and Sommeliers collaborate to create menus that highlight amazing food and wine pairings,

celebrating seasonal produce and sustainable Ocean Wise seafood.

Join us for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner in downtown Vancouver’s Yaletown

neighbourhood. Choose to sit in our elegant dining room filled with our extensive

wine-on-tap wall or people watch on our patio with waterfront views of the Marina.

Ask for Luigi

Address: 305 Alexander St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1C4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-428-2544

www.askforluigi.com

The Birds & The Beets

Address: 55 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1E9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-893-7832

www.birdsandbeets.ca

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Tel: +1 604-568-1350

www.thesardinecan.ca

Kingyo

Address: 871 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2L9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-608-1677

www.kingyo-izakaya.ca

Casual Italian dining with dishes served family style. Gluten-free options are available, and no reservations are taken. Try the Pappardelle Alla Bolognese with Fried Egg for brunch.

Sandwiches and salads for both meat-eaters and vegetarians. Breakfast is served as well, as it opens at 7 a.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. on weekends. Relaxing coffee shop atmosphere.

A bistro that features Spanish tapas, a small place with an energetic atmosphere. Sit and the bar and watch the cooks do their thing.

Serving Japanese izakaya, Kingyo is a favorite among the locals. Small, intimate atmosphere with a friendly staff and extensive menu. Be prepared to wait for a table at peak times.


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Black and Blue

Address: 1032 Alberni Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2V6, Canada

Tel: +1 604-637-0777

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Blue Water Café

Address: 1095 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5T4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-688-8078

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Coast

Address: 1054 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A3, Canada

Tel: +1 604-685-5010

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Joe Fortes Seafood &

Chop House

Address: 777 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V5, Canada

Tel: +1 604-669-1940

www.joefortes.ca

Three-level steakhouse with exquisite décor and a lively atmosphere. Beef, chicken, and fish are cooked over wood in a Josper grill. Relax and soak up the views of the city on the rooftop, or sit below in the elegant dining area.

Located in one of the charming old brick-and-beam warehouses in Yaletown, Blue Water Café has been voted “Best Seafood restaurant” in the city. The fare is West Coast, the ambience is sophisticated.

West Coast seafood with a huge, circular oyster bar. An energetic atmosphere and a perfect place to people watch. Try the ahi tuna poke appetizer and miso-maple sablefish entrée.

Come for the legendary three-tiered seafood tower. The restaurant offers premium steaks with more than 50 kinds of fresh fish.

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Ancora

Address: 1600 Howe St #2, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2L9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-681-1164

www.ancoradining.com

Provence Marinaside

Address: 1177 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2Y3, Canada

Tel: +1 604-681-4144

www.provencemarinaside.ca

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Tel: +1 604-669-7769

www.dinesty.ca

Tojo’s

Address: 1133 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G1, Canada

Tel: +1 604-872-8050

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Great seafood with Peruvian and Japanese overtones. Try the Ancora Glacier, a cold seafood plate that serves up to four people. You’ll love the waterfront view and outdoor patio, too.

Enjoy French style seafood in a waterfront setting. With more than 200 wines available, Provence offers one of the largest winelists around.

Modern and trendy, this is an ideal spot for Chinese food amid one of Vancouver’s premier shopping areas. Go for the hot and sour soup, steamed dumplings, or Summer Chicken in brown Sauce.

This Japanese restaurant is home to the famous Chef Hidekazu Tojo, who created the California roll. Order omakase at the sushi bar. The food quality, service, and presentation are all exceptional.


Miku

Address: 200 Granville St # 70, Vancouver, BC V6C 1S4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-568-3900

www.mikurestaurant.com

Bao Bei

Address: 163 Keefer St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-688-0876

www.bao-bei.ca

Sura


Tel: +1 604-687-7872

www.surakoreancuisine.com

Maenam

Address: 1938 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M5, Canada

Tel: +1 604-730-5579

www.maenam.ca

Sushi and seafood in a sophisticated atmosphere. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the picturesque waterfront setting. Try the Winter Premium Zen for lunch (until 3 p.m.), or for dinner, order the sashimi platter.

Modern Chinese fare, Bao Bei opened for the 2010 Olympics. An intimate vibe with trendy décor, the restaurant is walk-in only. If you have to wait for a table, kill time by heading to the Keefer Bar or Juniper for a drink.

Located in downtown, this Korean restaurant serves up authentic fare - Korean Royal Cuisine. Don’t miss the barbecue: beef, chicken, or pork. They don’t take reservations, so expect a wait during peak times.

Serving “authentic Thai cuisine with innovative twists,” Maenam has everything from family style to Thai street food. Located in the laid-back Kitsilano neighborhood. You’ll want to try the chef’s tasting menu

Bars


Vancouver is a city packed with an exciting

nightlife and plenty to do after the sun goes

down. To close out a day spent hiking or

sightseeing, and post-dinner, hit up one of

Vancouver’s cutting-edge bars or lounges.


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Reflections, Prohibition

Address: 801 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6C 1P7, Canada

Tel: +1 604-673-7089

www.mikurestaurant.com

The Diamond


www.di6mond.com

Pourhouse

Address: 162 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-568-7022

www.pourhousevancouver.com

Six Acres


Tel: +1 604-488-0110

www.sixacres.ca

You don’t have to go any further than the Rosewood to relax in a hip lounge. Reflections is an outdoor lounge centered around a fire pit, and where you can savor cocktails and Spanish plates.

Old World charm meets views of Maple Tree Square. The drinks are to die for. Try The Vancouver - local barrel-aged gin, local barrel-aged vermouth, Benedictine, and orange bitters.

You can’t go wrong in a 100-year-old warehouse with a 38-foot bar handcrafted from 120-year-old planks of reclaimed Douglas Fir. The wood and brick interior creates its own special feel, and the antique decorations complement the whole look.

A high-energy gastropub with the distinction of being located in Vancouver’s oldest brick building. Walk up to the mezzanine for a more chill atmosphere while you watch the street scene in hip Gastown.


Shebeen Whiskey House


Tel: +1 604-688-9779

www.shebeen.ca

Hello GoodBye

Address: 1120 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2S2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-669-6292

www.hellogoodbyebar.com

Guilt & Co

Address: 1 Alexander St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1B2, Canada

Tel: +1 604-288-1704

www.guiltandcompany.com

Frankie’s Jazz Club

Address: 765 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-688-6368

www.frankiesitaliankitchen.ca

You have to go through the Irish Heather Pub, out the back door, and through an alley to get here, but it’s worth it. There is an impressive selection of whiskey and an amazing whiskey tasting room.

Cocktails, snacks, DJs, and an upbeat atmosphere. Follow Hamilton Street and look for the address written on the sidewalk. “Through an unmarked door and down a hidden staircase” and you’re there.

Descend the stairs to access this dark and hidden pub, where you’ll find handcrafted cocktails and live music. Guilt & Co retains class and isn’t really for the rowdy crowd.

One of the city’s best spots for jazz and blues, Frankie’s serves up the music Thursdays through Sundays. Both local and international musicians perform.

Bacchus Lounge

Address: 845 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1V1, Canada

Tel: +1 604-608-5319

www.wedgewoodhotel.com/restaurant-lounge/bacchus-lounge

Keefer Bar

Address: 135 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X3, Canada

Tel: +1 604-688-1961

www.thekeeferbar.com

Juniper

Address: 185 Keefer St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X3, Canada

Tel: +1 604-681-1695

www.junipervancouver.com

Lobby Lounge

Address: 1038 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0B9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-695-5300

www.lobbyloungerawbar.com

Located in the Wedgewood Hotel & Spa, this is a great restaurant and piano lounge steeped in luxury. A large painting of Bacchus decorates the room. A good place to go if you want a drink without a bar atmosphere.

Asian-inspired cocktails with small plates, Keefer Bar has a fun crowd with an outdoor patio. Any drink you’d like is available at the bar, but they recommend their apothecary style cocktails.

As you might suspect, gin cocktails are the specialty here. The copper running through the establishment evokes a distillery charm, and Pacific Northwest artwork decorates the walls.

A glamourous yet comfortable space, the Lobby Lounge in the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel offers drinks and live music, and can get busy on Friday and Saturday nights.


Pierre’s Champagne

Lounge

Address: 1030 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2R9, Canada

Tel: +1 604-761-1611

www.pierreslounge.com/lounge

Twelve-West

Address: 1219 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M6, Canada

Tel: +1 604-653-6335

www.twelvewest.ca

Parlor

Address: 1011 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5T4, Canada

Tel: +1 604-568-3322

www.theparlourrestaurants.com

Craft Beer Market

Address: 85 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3K8, Canada

Tel: +1 604-709-2337

www.craftbeermarket.ca

A popular place with the young professionals crowd, the cool ambience of this lounge is a favorite place to start the evening before hitting the clubs. Stylish, sexy, and fun with DJs and the occasional celebrity sighting.

One of Vancouver’s newest nightclubs, it greets partygoers with a completely unique VIP club experience, and hosts a variety of weekly parties and a well-known NYE event.

Craft cocktails and beers are offered along with handcrafted pizza, small plates, and sandwiches. They define the space as “a place of convergence for East Coast edge and West Coast hospitality.” Cozy and dark, great for a date.

Housed in an old warehouse - the Salt Building - this hot spot offers draft beers and yummy pub food.


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