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VSO x ‘Gene Kelly: A Life in Music’ Captivates with Patricia Ward Kelly at the Helm

In Gene Kelly: A Life in Music performance with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Patricia Ward Kelly offers an engaging and immersive experience for the audience. The show goes beyond a traditional concert with video clips. Throughout the performance, Kelly provides insights, sharing her personal memories and in-depth knowledge of Gene Kelly’s life and work, enriching...

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Chef Alex Kim Shines Spotlight on Local Produce at Canada Place’s Five Sails Restaurant

Five Sails Restaurant at Vancouver’s Canada Place is a refined dining experience that seamlessly blends spectacular waterfront views with elevated cuisine. Now owned by the Glowbal Group and beautifully redesigned by Box Interior Design in 2020, Five Sails has become an even more luxurious yet welcoming destination for locals and visitors alike. The elegant renovation...

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Christopher Bates: Canadian Designer with a Vision

Christopher Bates is a designer with a vision that reaches far beyond fashion; his eponymous brand radiates elegance, innovation, and refined craftsmanship, inviting people everywhere to explore and express their truest selves. Bates’s creations are more than clothing—they are a personal canvas, an avenue for those who understand the importance of self-expression, identity, and confidence....

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Maison Birks Pays Homage to Art Deco with Muse Collection

In the exquisite Birks Muse collection, signature motifs intertwine with contrasting elements to create a masterwork that venerates the myriad forms of love and friendship. This collection highlights the profound, enchanting connections that unite individuals in captivating ways. At its heart lies the guilloché motif, symbolizing the vibrant energy exchanged between two harmonious souls. Embodying...

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Lucid Air Sapphire is a West Coaster’s Dream Luxury EV

The Lucid Air Sapphire 2024, the new flagship of Lucid Motors’ luxury electric vehicle (EV) lineup, sets an exceptional standard in the world of electric luxury sedans. With its blend of unmatched performance, high-end luxury, sustainability, and increasing accessibility to charging infrastructure, the Sapphire stands out as a top-tier choice for discerning drivers. In the...

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Lori Goldberg’s ‘New Poetics of the Discarded’ Reflects on Objects & Natural World

Lori Goldberg, born in Canada and currently residing in Vancouver, is a distinguished contemporary artist whose oeuvre elegantly merges the figurative with the abstract through a distinctly feminine lens. Her artistic vision delves into themes encompassing traditional West Coast landscape painting, urban scenery, and the reimagining of nature itself, resulting in a perspective that is...

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Westbank Corp Adds ‘First Light’ Fazioli to Its Repertoire

The First Light Fazioli, an extraordinary masterpiece, has emerged as a striking centrepiece within Westbank Corp‘s landmark development in Seattle, WA. Meticulously crafted by the artisans of Fazioli, this piano transcends its role as a mere instrument, manifesting as an immersive work of art that captures the quintessence of light and transforms it into a...

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The Sartorial Shop: An Exclusive Evening of Italian Craftsmanship in Vancouver

The Sartorial Shop hosted ‘Negroni Night,’ a remarkable showcase of luxury Italian craftsmanship at the Cappelleria Bertacchi Showroom in Gastown, Vancouver. Co-presented by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada West (ICCCW), the event featured a special guest appearance by Mario Bemer, the renowned Florentine shoemaker, making his debut in Canada. Attendees were treated to...

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‘BC Sips to Support’ Family-Operated Singletree Winery: From ‘City Kids’ to Winemakers

Located in Mt. Lehman, a small rural community in Abbotsford in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley, Singletree Winery is a family-operated vineyard with a deep-rooted connection to the land. Founded in 2010 by Garnet and Debbie Etsell, Singletree Winery is a testament to the family’s commitment to BC agriculture and their passion for crafting quality wines...

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Hastings House Country House Hotel: Let Timeless Elegance Define Your Ideal Wedding

Envision a celebration of love enveloped in the serene beauty of the Pacific Northwest, where historic sophistication meets modern luxury. Hastings House Country House Hotel, a member of the Relais & Chateaux association, gracefully perched on 22 picturesque acres overlooking Ganges Harbour on Salt Spring Island, offers an unparalleled setting for an unforgettable wedding. Combining...

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VSO x ‘Gene Kelly: A Life in Music’ Captivates with Patricia Ward Kelly at the Helm

Chef Alex Kim Shines Spotlight on Local Produce at Canada Place’s Five Sails Restaurant

Christopher Bates: Canadian Designer with a Vision

Maison Birks Pays Homage to Art Deco with Muse Collection

Lucid Air Sapphire is a West Coaster’s Dream Luxury EV

Lori Goldberg’s ‘New Poetics of the Discarded’ Reflects on Objects & Natural World

Westbank Corp Adds ‘First Light’ Fazioli to Its Repertoire

The Sartorial Shop: An Exclusive Evening of Italian Craftsmanship in Vancouver

‘BC Sips to Support’ Family-Operated Singletree Winery: From ‘City Kids’ to Winemakers

Hastings House Country House Hotel: Let Timeless Elegance Define Your Ideal Wedding

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