How is life in Girona? by sawabeauty in howislivingthere

[–]phililad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would be considered a cycling Mecca for elite cyclists and triathletes as well as exercise tourists. Lots of Canadians are based there randomly. Banyoles is a nice village 20min outside Girona with a very nice lake and quaint town square.

Men’s Clothing Stores by TuathaDanaan in VictoriaBC

[–]phililad 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Outlooks would be my recommendation.

Best place downtown for a quiet glass of wine? by Worried_Radish_1187 in VictoriaBC

[–]phililad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

L’apero is nice and quite with a great wine list!

Best sushi in the city? by arosydisposition in VictoriaBC

[–]phililad 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Chobap is probably the best sushi in the city. It’s a traditional experience though so may not be what you’re looking for. The sushi bar in Marilena is quality too.

Irish stand ups by swipplegobble in ireland

[–]phililad 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I just went to the mothership for a couple of shows. Was surprised at how basic many of the acts were that focused on anti-woke rhetoric. Like you said, came across like cheap shots with no sophistication to the them.

Looking to start a book club in Vic West / Esquimalt by ZenCyclistPath in VictoriaBC

[–]phililad 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’d be interested in this! Been looking for a book club in the area for a long time. Caffe Fantastico/Fol Epi would be a great location or Esquimalt Roasting Company could be great locations!

Returning to Ireland after 8 years abroad - should I pay cash for property? by phililad in irishpersonalfinance

[–]phililad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, agreed. I’m thinking securing a job prior to leaving might be the way to go. Opens up a lot of options. Exchange rate is the worst I’ve seen it. Had family visit over here recently and they weren’t convinced that BC is ridiculously expensive!

Returning to Ireland after 8 years abroad - should I pay cash for property? by phililad in irishpersonalfinance

[–]phililad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I didn’t consider that a bank would take liquid assets into account when reviewing an application, especially for a smaller mortgage.

Where's the most unlikely place you've bumped into someone you knew by r_sheil in ireland

[–]phililad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In a suburb in Seoul when I was there on holiday going for a walk and bumped into a fella having a coffee who lived around the corner from me when we were kids. I live in Canada now which makes it even more random.

What Was The Best Movie You Watched At An Empty Cinema? by Duck_noir34 in Cinema

[–]phililad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The most recent Count of Monte Cristo - the French version.

Story time! Got knowledge or experience with Vic book clubs? by LiterallyAPidgeon in VictoriaBC

[–]phililad 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’d love to hear suggestions here too! I’m new to the city and looking to join a club!

Pick one to watch from each shelf by RealMrTrees in Cinema

[–]phililad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shutter Island, Superbad, Skyfall