The Roedde House Museum transforms into the story of the Christmas Carol for this immersive experience told by sound and visuals!
Peaceful Restaurant (和平飯店）
Our dinner with Chef Huang Have you been to @thepeacefulrestaurant_official yet? It’s @guyfieri’s frequently visited #Chinesecuisine restaurant for a reason! “Peaceful Restaurant strives to uphold the enchanting and distinctive essence of Northern Chinese cuisine. Owner and executive chef, Charlie Huang, infuses his personal flair into the menu. His signature dishes epitomize a daring and distinctive… Continue reading Peaceful Restaurant (和平飯店）
VTWFF Film: Dead Talents Society
Review of Dead Talents Society, a horror comedy movie from Taiwan. Image courtesy of Wikipedia Summary In the underworld, ghosts could stay amidst the living by being famous through haunting the living and making an impression. Wang was a ghost who noticed that she was disappearing from existence. The only way to stop this was… Continue reading VTWFF Film: Dead Talents Society
Taste Vancouver’s Gastown Brunch Tours
Gastown Brunch Tours Check out Taste Vancouver’s Gastown Brunch Tours! Looking for something to entertain myself… #staycation mode! Introducing @tastevantours’“Gastown Brunch Tour”LET’s Eat,Sip & Stroll! “Ease into your morning and beat the Gastown crowds with an elevated brunch experience!Led by our fun and engaging storytelling guides, this leisurely tour takes you to most charming places while… Continue reading Taste Vancouver’s Gastown Brunch Tours
Hot Spot Buffet (黑牛の家）
家） 📢 NEW RESTAURANT🔥 Hot Spot Buffet 📍Location: 240-3340 Kingsway, Vancouver🕰 Lunch Menu 11:30 to 4pm: $24.99 (add $2.99 to do both hotpot and grill) 🍽 Our Concept:1⃣ The Best of Both Worlds: Grill & Hot PotCraving juicy BBQ or cozy hot pot? Why not both! Enjoy unlimited access to sizzling grills and bubbling broths… Continue reading Hot Spot Buffet (黑牛の家）
Happy International Women’s Day
Happy International Women’s Day Happy InternationalWomensDay! What does it mean to a woman in 2025?Honestly, it feels like living in a constant state of ironic existence. It can be frustrating and very discouraging at times. Sometimes, one may feel like giving in and just accepting fate as it is… It’s not easy, but to stand… Continue reading Happy International Women’s Day
Netflix Series: The Trauma Code (Heroes On Call)
Image Courtesy of Wikipedia Summary Baek Kang-hyuk, an amazing trauma surgeon who was hired by a failing hospital to revive it. His unconventional ways of saving patients and the amount of care he had for his patients, gained him enemies and friends. His on-field experience in war-torn countries with limited to minimal supplies, was the exact… Continue reading Netflix Series: The Trauma Code (Heroes On Call)
Art Of The Day: Dark Hair Felix
Recently, Felix dyed his blonde locks back to black and he looked more mysterious than ever! Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocoviv/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Chocoviv1 Chocoviv (LIXIE DUST)Follow On TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSsT5hEo/</</
Cafe Episode Breakfast
Early Saturday morning…. Cafe Episode is a new Korean-style cafe that has caught my attention after two weeks of opening. They are innovative with their menu items. For example, their Salted Bun! It’s the perfect balance of slightly saltiness and buttery goodness. Their new macarons are crispy on the outside and the fillings are decadently… Continue reading Cafe Episode Breakfast
Happy New Year 2025
Looking ahead to 2025….Trying my best to turn every challenge into a training opportunity…..because of my giving nature, some may feel that they can take and take…. However, I believe that nothing will be lost or be in vain. I believe that I can and will overcome each difficulty. Bubble wrapping myself as much as… Continue reading Happy New Year 2025
Vendor Feature: Arteiphire
“House of Sublime” by Arteiphire Thank you @arteiphire for my lovely Christmas gift! Introducing “HOUSE OF SUBLIME”…. “HOUSE OF SUBLIME is warm, the scent will remind you a day at home or brings to you a souvenir. We carefully choose leather and tea as heart scent for the charm of the desert of the Sahara,… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Arteiphire
Movie: Moana 2
Image Courtesy of Wikipedia Summary A few years passed and one day, Moana received a message from her ancestors in a vision to locate a mysterious and cursed island, in order to keep her people’s story alive. The god of storms, Nalo, hid this island so people from all corners of the island couldn’t contact each… Continue reading Movie: Moana 2
Art of the Day: Angelic
Pencil drawing with coloured pencil…. This is my rendition of Felix Lee’s recent photo shoot… See my Instagram post! Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocoviv/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Chocoviv1 Chocoviv (LIXIE DUST)Follow On TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSsT5hEo/</</
Sunset Thoughts
Thoughts Image by Chocoviv The sunset reminds me of time passing byHow when we were youngerWe want to become olderHow we wanted time toPass fasterAnd quickerNow that we are adultsWe want to turn backThe hands of timeTo stop makingThose mistakesThat are causing usThe painThat we are enduringRight now.— #Chocoviv #poem #poetry #lixiedust #photography #photooftheday #yvr… Continue reading Sunset Thoughts
Let’s Make Our Own Rug
Let’s Make Our Own Rug Have you tried making your own rug? Most of us haven’t before, so when Banana Art Lab invites me to experience this carpet tufting workshop, I am ready! First, you have to choose the image you want to turn into a rug. I suggest that a simple image with clear… Continue reading Let’s Make Our Own Rug
Netflix Series: King The Land
Image courtesy of Wikipedia Summary Gu Won was the heir of a luxurious hotel chain. Living in the life of luxury, he was not a happy person. Being harassed by his older sibling as she smiled evilly, made him dislike anyone who smiled…. Suddenly, he ran into Sa Rang, a new hotel concierge, who faced everything… Continue reading Netflix Series: King The Land
Straykids’ ATE (Music Album)
Ninth Mini Album “ATE” This ninth mini-album definitely caused a huge commotion from the #Deadpool/ #Wolverine cameos in its music video, to the fact that they actually filmed it in New York in secret! 🤫 In addition, their track “SLASH” is in the #Marvel movie’s soundtrack! It never ceases to amaze me that their own… Continue reading Straykids’ ATE (Music Album)
Art Inspiration: Water Pixie
It’s important to check in to how one feels sometimes… aches and pains are a sign of imbalance. That is when I feel the urge to do art. As I focus on each stroke and each smudge, I am transported away to a calmer and tranquil part of my consciousness. For that isolated time frame,… Continue reading Art Inspiration: Water Pixie
Movie Review: The Family Affair
Image courtesy of IMDB Summary Zara was a young assistant of a famous actor, Chris. On the outside and towards Zara, he was a self-absorbed and entitled, but extremely sought after bachelor. However, inside, he was feeling unfulfilled as an actor and as a person. He promised Zara the position of an associate producer after a… Continue reading Movie Review: The Family Affair
Art Of The Day: Sunghoon
Park Sung-hoon (Korean: 박성훈; born December 8, 2002), known mononymously as Sunghoon, is a South Korean singer and former figure skater. He competed as a figure skater from 2010 to early 2020; while simultaneously being a K-pop trainee since 2018. He retired from the sport and debuted as a member of the South Korean boy band Enhypen in November 2020.[2][3] Sunghoon is the 2016, 2017 junior… Continue reading Art Of The Day: Sunghoon
Art Of The Day: Neuvilette
Used sketching pencils, fine liner and alcohol markers “Neuvillette is a playable Pneuma-aligned Hydro character in Genshin Impact. Neuvillette is the Iudex of Fontaine, and the leader of the Marechaussee Phantom.” -Genshin Impact Fandom “Chief Justice Neuvillette, a sought-after figure in Fontaine, is known for his personal desires and lack of taste. He has faced rumors… Continue reading Art Of The Day: Neuvilette
Sketch of The Day: Felix In A Sweater
My pen and pencil sketch was inspired by an upcoming magazine cover. Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocoviv/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Chocoviv1 Chocoviv (LIXIE DUST)Follow On TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSsT5hEo/</</ cb
“The Garden Of Time” Theme of 2024’s Met Gala
Image Courtesy of Good Read This year’s theme was inspired by The Garden of Time… When you see the title, you assume it is about flowers and a garden. Actually, after reading the short story, it’s not. It’s about an aristocratic couple who attempts to slow down the steps of a raging riot, advancing to… Continue reading “The Garden Of Time” Theme of 2024’s Met Gala
Strive To Be Better
Just a reminder! Working daily to be stronger and better….HUGS HUGS HUGS! I know I have imperfections and not perfect. Trying to improve myself one step at a time… Losing 35+ pounds was brutal and still continuing is tough as heck… Working hard doesn’t always means there’s a huge return…Unfortunately, appreciation and love may not… Continue reading Strive To Be Better
Art Of The Day: Yeonjun Of TXT
Yeonjun (연준) is a South Korean singer-songwriter and rapper under Big Hit Music. He is a member of the boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER. Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocoviv/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Chocoviv1 TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSsT5hEo/</</
Pencil Sketch: Yuqi of G-Idle
My pencil sketch of Yuqi of the Korean pop music group, G-Idle. Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocoviv/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Chocoviv1 TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSsT5hEo/</</
Art Of The Day: Year Of Thr Dragon
It’s the year of the Dragon! Happy lunar new year to everyone! The dragon is such an amazing mythical creature in both eastern and western culture. I believe that it symbolizes prosperity and power. (On a side note, I do own a bearded dragon!) Do you like dragons? Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.com Instagram:… Continue reading Art Of The Day: Year Of Thr Dragon
Movie Review: Wonka (2023)
Image Courtesy of IMDb Summary Willy has a dream. To make the world’s best chocolate and to share it to the world. Maybe, just maybe, he will see his mom (who has passed away) again when he makes his chocolate. Being overly trusting, lands him into a scam of an inn….But he has his special… Continue reading Movie Review: Wonka (2023)
Book Review: Once Upon A Christmas Eve
Image Courtesy of Amazon Summary Julie’s job was to attentive and be on the look for the most available single celebrities in the city. To set them up with her boss, the match making professional was her goal. Her own personal life was on a low point at her job and love life. Her family,… Continue reading Book Review: Once Upon A Christmas Eve
Book Review: The Tall Moose Saves Christmas by Stephanie Vincent
Thank you, Stephanie Vincent, for sending me this super cute book! Summary It’s Christmas! The winter weather was causing a lot of problems for Santa as he was trying to deliver the presents. What can be done? There were so many presents to deliver and time was running out! What could Moose do? Conclusion This… Continue reading Book Review: The Tall Moose Saves Christmas by Stephanie Vincent
Vendor Feature: Nail Pretty By Lisa
What a great beauty combination! There is a lash and brow serum, hydrating cuticle oil and serum by Nail Pretty By Lisa. Thank you for the gift! Who is Nail Pretty by Lisa? 1) Why and when did you start your business? In 2019, I started making my own products. My skin was having an allergic… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Nail Pretty By Lisa
Vendor Feature: illa Gallery
Look at my new sparkly earrings from illa Gallery! Thank you! Who is illa Gallery? 1)Why and when did you start your business? In 2020, I opened a little shop on Etsy. A Fashion Design graduate with a life long passion for art and design. I opened this little shop to share the creativity. I… Continue reading Vendor Feature: illa Gallery
Vendor Feature: Emily 3D Print
My Straykids Kpop lightstick finally has a home! Thank you, Emily! Who is Emily 3D Print? 1) When and why did you start your business? I started in January of 2023. I started because I wanted to make awesome merchandise for the Owl House fans, which eventually led me to making products for other groups!… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Emily 3D Print
Vendor Feature: Meeshes Chili Oil
Introducing Meeshes Chili Oil, made with MCT oil! Thank you for your gift! Who is Meeshes Chili Oil? My love for spice begin as a kids visiting my family in Mexico! After travelling through thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia I fell in love with chili oils and all the beautiful balance of flavours, sweet, salty &… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Meeshes Chili Oil
Vendor Feature: Nilab Saheli, Nutritionist & Personal Trainer
Introducing my new personal trainer! Who is Nilab Salehi? Q1) When and why did you start your business? About five years ago when I finished university, I started working with a personal trainer because I felt a bit lost bout where to begin, couldn’t stay on track and ultimately kept failing to reach my fitness… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Nilab Saheli, Nutritionist & Personal Trainer
Fabfitfun Winter 2023
Check out my newest Winter 2023 Fabfitfun box! 1) Rebecca Minkoff Crossbody Bag 2) dpHUE Exfoliating Scalp Detox 3) thisworks deep sleep overnight cleanser 4) Versed PRESS RESTART GENTLE RETINOL SERUM 5) EKOS CASTANHA HAND CREAM 6) SusieCakes Cake Stand Top 7) SusieCakes Cake Stand Base This was a good box this winter! Follow Chocoviv’s… Continue reading Fabfitfun Winter 2023
Vendor Feature: Life Is Sweet Confections
Confections I love the name, “Life Is Sweet”! What a great way to brighter your day, with sweet confections! Who is Life Is Sweet? 1) Why and when did you start your business? In the last three years I have fallen in love with creating chocolate bonbons. Creating fun flavours, that are all wrapped up… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Life Is Sweet Confections
Vendor Feature: Van Love Sushi
Thank you, Van Love for the invite to try their dishes at their restaurant! Who is Van Love? Check them out! https://www.vanlove.ca/
Vendor Feature: Lemon Cat Jewelry
Look at these earrings! I absolutely love how light weight these are! Thank you, Lemon Cat Jewelry! Who is Lemon Cat Jewelry? 1) When and why did you start business? Lemon Cat was the rebirth of my jewelry brand that I launched this past summer. For 3 years prior I had been creating mainly mermaid… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Lemon Cat Jewelry
Vendor Feature: Jelly Bing Desserts
Jelly Bing Desserts jars are so cute! Thank you for my tasty treats! Who Is Jelly Bing Desserts? Check them out! Jelly Bing Desserts Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocoviv/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Chocoviv1 TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSsT5hEo/</</
Vendor Feature: Ganh Vietnamese Restaurant
Ever since this restaurant has opened, they have been adding new dishes to their menu! Who is Ganh Vietnamese Restaurant? This restaurant is a family business of brothers and sister. I own a chain of Vietnamese sandwich shops, called Ngon banh mi and Tea. (2228 Kingsway). It has been in business since 2018. My other… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Ganh Vietnamese Restaurant
Cuban Salsa: Tiempo Versus Contratiempo
Post Salsa Class Pose After a recent class, I asked our dance instructor what was the difference between dancing on tiempo versus contratiempo. The Difference Cuban music is rich in rhythms and often employs Tiempo and Contratiempo in a distinctive manner : 1. **Tiempo (Downbeat):** In Cuban music, “tiempo” refers to the main rhythm or… Continue reading Cuban Salsa: Tiempo Versus Contratiempo
Vendor Feature: Otimo Cheese Puffs
I love cheese puffs! Thank you, Otimo for sending us some! Who is Otimo Cheese Puffs? S&B Gluten Free Inc was officially established in 2012 but the business idea and concept were a long time life dream. The first company to make this type of snacks (using the traditional Brazilian recipe) in the West Coast… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Otimo Cheese Puffs
Vendor Feature: Tea Thyme
Look at how cute this banana waffle is!!!!! Thank you for the invite!! Who is Tea Thyme? Check them out! Follow Chocoviv’s Lifestyle Blog on WordPress.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocoviv/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/Chocoviv1 ChocovivFollow On TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSsT5hEo/</</
Vendor Feature: Loki’s Spreads
What are you using lately on your morning toast? You need to try Loki’s Spread! I love that they are KETO-FRIENDLY and VEGAN! Thank you for the gift! Who is Loki’s Spread? LOKI’S is a family business. We are a small business it’s just my husband and I! 1) When did you start this business?… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Loki’s Spreads
Book Review: What The Seal Saw
Summary This children’s book was about the adventures of this seal. Beautiful and whimsical drawings that were not overly stimulating to children. The story was written like a poem which helped with practicing rhythm. This book used dyslexic-friendly font and was a very calming book to the reader. It focused on being empathetic to our… Continue reading Book Review: What The Seal Saw
Movie Review: Shadows
Summary Ching was a famous forensics psychiatrist who was gifted with a special ability. One day, a police detective asked her for some advice in regards to a recent murder/suicide case of a social worker’s family. She became very suspicious of the social worker’s psychiatrist and his involvement…. However, the more she investigated, the more… Continue reading Movie Review: Shadows
Vendor Feature: Merrimade
Thank you Merrimade for these great gifts for humans and furry pets alike! Who is Merrimade? 我由香港移民過來，擁有13多個手工藝導師證書。 merrimade 創辦了一年，主要是手工香薰蠟燭和香薰石膏，希望做到這些產品不只是用來裝飾，而是有不同用處。 香薰護膚蠟燭的配方是全天然，保濕滋潤，抗炎抗衰老，15分鐘吸收，所有皮膚可用，尤其乾燥的皮膚非常有效。 寵物亦是家庭成員之一，所以也硏製給貓狗可用的護掌膏。尤其狗狗經常外出，幼嫩的肉墊乾燥發炎，天然寵物護掌膏可幫助保濕、滋潤、抗炎。 遲些會舉辦興趣班、工作坊等活動，希望其他人也可以創作自己的手工作品。 Translation: I immigrated from Hong Kong and have more than 13 craft instructor certificates. “merrimade” has been established for a year, selling mainly handmade scented candles and scented plaster. I hope that these… Continue reading Vendor Feature: Merrimade
Book Review: Terror In The Shadows Vol. 1
Summary This is a collection of short horror stories by horror authors, Ron Ripley, A.I. Nasser, David Longhorn and Sara Clancy. Vol. 1 is the first of the 22 volume series. It is a great way to get to know these supernatural and suspense authors. The stories may be a bit gruesome at times and… Continue reading Book Review: Terror In The Shadows Vol. 1
Vendor Feature: House of Origins Apothecary
Thank you House of Origins Apothecary for the gift! Who is House Of Origins Apothecary? 1- When and why did you start your business? We started our business around 2015. What began as a passion project turned into a whole wellness community. Maz and I began collaborating through a performance art collective, we were training… Continue reading Vendor Feature: House of Origins Apothecary
Bahubali Biryani House
I love how each time I come to @bahubalibiryanihouse.dt I discover a new dish!This time the POMFRET FRY, this fish dish was a delicious surprise!Crispy corn was great to munch on throughout the meal…. What we tried:Gobi Manchurian (love)Mixed Tandoori PlatterGongura Chicken BiryaniPrawn MasalaPomfret FryChicken MadrasCrispy CornGoat PayaMango Lassi Dessert:Khadoo Ka KheerDouble Ka Meetha 📍#105-1130… Continue reading Bahubali Biryani House
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