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FoF ☆ Beauty & Self-Care Folio.YVR Friends The Contour Concierge

HANYUL Brings Heritage-Rich, Vegan Skincare To Sephora Canada

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverAugust 11, 2025August 9, 2025

Hey Beauties! This summer, skincare lovers in Canada have a reason to glow—HANYUL has officially arrived at Sephora Canada, bringing plant-based, vegan formulas steeped in centuries-old tradition straight to your...

☆ Issue #35 - Summer 2025 FoF ☆ Culinary, Wine, Spirits

Savouring the West Coast: A Five-Star Brunch Experience at ARC Restaurant

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverAugust 2, 2025

ARC Restaurant stands as a true embodiment of Vancouver’s spirit, blending the city’s dynamic energy with the pure beauty of the Pacific Northwest. With Executive Chef Harris Sakalis at the...

FoF ☆ Culinary, Wine, Spirits Folio.YVR Friends It's What's For Brunch

It’s What’s for Brunch! Tasting Plates on the Folke Patio in Kitsilano

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMarch 19, 2024December 4, 2024

The Folke plant-based restaurant is 1,400-square-feet of country chic in the heart of Kitsilano. The new spot offers an array of unique rustic sharing plates that highlight fresh produce and...

FoF ☆ Culinary, Wine, Spirits Folio.YVR Friends It's What's For Brunch

It’s Whats For Brunch: MILA’s Menu is a Celebration of Plantbased Excellence

Giovanna LazzariniMarch 1, 2024December 20, 2024

Located in Vancouver's Chinatown neighbourhood, MILA stands as a beacon of culinary innovation and sustainability, offering a dining experience that transcends expectations. From birthdays to weekend brunches, MILA beckons guests...

☆ Issue #20 - September 2023

Nafsika Antypas: From Pilaros to Plant-based Nafsika’s Kitchen, Business is in Her Blood

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverOctober 15, 2023October 31, 2023

Entrepreneur Nafsika Antypas is a writer, author, executive producer, actress, and mother of two. "The joy of witnessing my children grow, learn, and thrive is immeasurable. Being a mother can...

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It’s What’s for Brunch: Nightshade in Yaletown

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverMarch 28, 2023December 4, 2024

In the heart of Yaletown is Nightshade - Vancouver’s premiere vegan restaurant - which is now open for lunch on select weekdays and for brunch on weekends. The daytime service includes...

☆ Issue #16 - Holiday Edition

Issue #16 – Publisher’s Message by Helen Siwak, EIC

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverDecember 15, 2022January 20, 2023

Welcome to Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine's first Holiday Edition - a delightful collaboration with Retail-Insider, Canada's most read retail industry news source. Not intended as a definitive shopping guide but...

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Gastown’s Pourhouse Does the Season Right with Cocktail Countdown!

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverDecember 7, 2022September 3, 2024

The countdown is on to the new year, and Kitchen Table Restaurants acclaimed Pourhouse is getting into the spirit with a playful 12 Days of Cocktails offering. Toast to the last days of 2022...

☆ Issue #15 - F/W 2022

Publisher’s Message by Helen Siwak, EIC

Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle ObserverOctober 20, 2022January 20, 2023

Cheers to the fall season! As nature readies for a long sleep, our beautiful west coast city is waking up and embracing the opportunity that comes of person-to-person connecting. In...

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Acetaia del Cristo: The Ancient Art of Balsamic Vinegar

A partnership between Folio.YVR & Luxury Lifestyle AwardsNovember 24, 2020August 1, 2025

Since ancient times, one of the simplest meals between two friends is that of a loaf of bread accompanied by a small bowl of oil and vinegar for dipping. While...