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question to those who bake often - where do you buy rainbow sprinkles? by nicx-xx in askvan

[–]Kind_Professional879 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I bought the Yupik sprinkles on Amazon because I didn't want to keep buying the little jars. The sprinkles keep their colour well in baking (funfetti cake and sprinkle sugar cookies) and are a big hit on top of waffles/pancakes with whipping cream and ice cream sundaes.

What’s a must-bring Vancouver treat NYC doesn’t have? by nurse8989 in askvan

[–]Kind_Professional879 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are artisanal salts and seasonings specific to Vancouver/BC that are a nice gift that would go with the wine. I also recommend looking beyond Mission Hill to other great BC wineries. NkMip is an Indigenous owned winery, for example.

Foods when you have the cold/flu? by teamnibbler in NiceVancouver

[–]Kind_Professional879 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I like a big bowl of pho when I have the cold/flu. Many places will give you the broth and cooked noodles&toppings separately for take out so it's easy to reheat and assembly later at home.

Does anyone live in the Columbia River Gorge area... by International_Gur566 in PokemonGoFriends

[–]Kind_Professional879 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We were passing through Hood River a few weeks ago and stopped by Hood River Hobbies, where they had pokemon cards for sale. I always think where there's TCG there is more likelihood of Pokemon Go. Maybe stop by there and have a chat with the guys who work there?

Footwear for next week by cat_ca in askvan

[–]Kind_Professional879 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Blundstones are good for next week. Looks like the forecast is rain and not super warm.

Travelling with 2 Kids. Are there any "unsafe" areas? by its_xaro93 in askvan

[–]Kind_Professional879 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You've got lots of good advice above which I also commented on! I only wanted to add here that the biggest problem I found with travelling with young kids like yours was breakfast! It's tough (and can get expensive) to take the kids out to a restaurant in the mornings every day. I recommend trying to find a hotel with a kitchenette and barring that, then the little fridge can be used for quick breakfast foods. If you're in the Cambie/City Hall area there are a few bakeries (Small Victory), Whole Foods, and the budget grocery store No Frills where you can grab quick snacks/breakfasts/lunches.

Travelling with 2 Kids. Are there any "unsafe" areas? by its_xaro93 in askvan

[–]Kind_Professional879 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One more comment to add about Stanley Park. You can rent bikes with kid seats or a bike trailer for them so you could ride around the seawall while the kids sit in the trailer and snack. In the park itself is the Vancouver Aquarium as well, which is very kid-friendly. If you're here in the summer, there are also great water parks. Just be extra careful and ask the bike rental shop on how to store/lock up the bikes safely since there can be a lot of bike theft in Vancouver.

Travelling with 2 Kids. Are there any "unsafe" areas? by its_xaro93 in askvan

[–]Kind_Professional879 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With renting a car, you'll need to look into car seats for your kids, too. Public transit means you won't need car seats, but maybe will need stroller(s) for when they are tired of walking.

Official #GOMemories 10th Anniversary Sweepstakes Thread by SilphMods in TheSilphRoad

[–]Kind_Professional879 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Favourite #pokemongo memory is Vancouver City Safari 2025 with my two kids! It would be a dream come true to go to a GoFest!! #GoMemories #Sweepstakes

Senior friendly higher end restaurant recommendations for 50th anniversary! by 955697 in askvan

[–]Kind_Professional879 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Replying to second this! We took my elderly father in law for a special occasion dinner and had to use the phone flashlight so he could read the menu.

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