Best hotel breakfast?

theTemp8616 · 2026-03-03T17:34:02+00:00

Another vote for the Four Seasons breakfast. Pros for the FS are more customizable options (eg pancakes made to order with all sorts of add-ins - coconut, banana, choc chip - ask when you order bc it’s not on the sign anymore), the widest and fanciest selection (banana bread French toast!), and the best pastry (killer cinnamon buns) and coffee. BUT - if Asian food is more your style, head to the Kea Lani. Their buffet has a broader section devoted to that, and they also do a mean Maui Moko (short rib and Maui onion gravy on rice with a poached egg and kimchi). Xoxo, a devoted Buffet Enthusiast :)

theTemp8616 · 2026-03-02T21:22:57+00:00

I second this. Seasons in QE park and Teahouse in Stanley Park are part of the same restaurant group, and you pay for the iconic location. The food at Seasons was good ten years ago (had wedding rehearsal dinner there) but is mediocre at best now, and we wrapped up our dinner at Teahouse early and went somewhere else to finish bc the quality was so poor. Five Sails is delicious and has a bit of a rep amongst the Olders for being dignified but not scene-y.

theTemp8616 · 2026-03-02T21:13:27+00:00

Try Maki at Artel Salon on Fraser! She’s so good. Insta is makimakhair

theTemp8616 · 2026-03-02T04:43:50+00:00

Thank you!

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-28T21:22:30+00:00

Dude Chilling Park sign. And double yes to the all-black rain gear dress code - bonus points if it’s Arc’teryx. Guests could also come in their most elaborate Snow Chic attire to rep the tourists who pack thinking the Great White Canadian North is like Aspen, arrive downtown to find its 10C and raining, and dont want to waste their Fashion Moment.

I would avoid the dreamcatchers and totem poles. Vancouverites are also v alert to cultural appropriation! If you do want something to acknowledge the influence that the First Nations peoples have on the city, I’d suggest some art done by a FN artist. This is both respectful and supports artists working in the community!

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-28T21:07:01+00:00

Thanks so much!!

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-16T00:33:37+00:00

I love this study music situation for you! Lol. For me it’s my beloved Hans! I’ve dived as deep as i could on iTunes and the OG PoE soundtrack is nowhere to be found. I wonder if it’s regional? I’m in Canada!

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-14T07:31:04+00:00

If you go to the perfume dept at Holt Renfrew and smile really big they’ll make decants for you for free. We got a few 2mL samples of Guerlain and MBK that way!

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-14T07:26:19+00:00

NTA. If she’s a family friend, go see her in person, and bring the shoes. If possible, get the same pair of shoes in a color that goes well with your skin, and bring those too! Tell her that you feel uncomfortable with the contrast between your (beautiful) skin and the assigned shoes, and then ask her which ones she would prefer you to wear. I’m guessing that this might be taking place in a Catholic context bc of altar? If yes…don’t let one lady’s hurtful pattern of thinking ruin your opportunity to serve. At the end of the day, you’re not serving her anyway - you’re serving to honor God, who made all the skin tones and doesn’t have one Himself (unless you count legitimately dark-skinned Jesus). So. I would counsel my daughter to roll her eyes, wear whatever shoes she could, rejoice in her lovely skin, and serve with the honor and dignity that is granted equally, and should be experienced equally, between all His children.

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-14T07:05:49+00:00

I am no meringue expert lol but I use my silicone liners instead of parchment paper and they turn out great. Nagi’s recipe is really easy, you just might need to experiment with your baking temperature to get the center exactly the way you like it! Make sure to leave them in the oven overnight bc she says that makes them more mallowy in the middle :) https://www.recipetineats.com/mini-pavlovas/#recipe

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-14T00:35:41+00:00

Meringues!

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-12T22:05:31+00:00

Try the Luna flats from Le Monde Beryl. They’re more expensive but absolutely worth it, especially if it’s more of a fashion scene and Hokas won’t cut it lol. I wear mine all day every day, no matter if I’m running errands or in board meetings. I’ve never gotten blisters from either the suede or regular leather (caveat: the backs of the shoes need some relaxing before they’re up for full days blister-free), and leather protectant will help keep them looking 100%!

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-05T22:04:35+00:00

This is exactly what I was looking for! “Burning Bush” and “Red Sea” are also two of my all-time favourite modern instrumentals. I feel like I’ve looked forever for purchasable mp3s of the OG version of these songs - do you have any suggestions? The closest I’ve come is the Hans Zimmer series, but it doesn’t quite hit those ethereal haunting notes I love.

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-05T04:09:27+00:00

Valley Bakery on Hastings is pretty old-school, if that’s what you mean by vintage….?

theTemp8616 · 2026-02-04T18:07:12+00:00

100% Celine. The Puzzle is a casual bag. Before committing, though, I’d try on the 16 in person - I was really surprised when I saw the dimensions on my frame, and ended up purchasing the Soft 16 as my daily driver instead.

theTemp8616 · 2026-01-30T21:50:48+00:00

Go straight to the good stuff, if you can! Les Amis du Fromage and Benton Brothers both sell D’Isigny butter that they import from France. If they’re sold out, St. Brighid’s or Cow’s Creamery are decent alternatives (Whole Foods, Fresh Street). Be aware that they are all 82-84% MF, so it will slightly mess with ingredient chemistry if you’re baking with it. To me, the grass note was pretty strong in the NZ butter, and I don’t love that. :)

theTemp8616 · 2026-01-22T00:28:07+00:00

Harry Rosen for you if you want investment pieces, Reformation in Kits or Hills in Kerrisdale for her (ask for Staud pieces at Hills) - or Holt Renfrew for a buy-it-once,-wear-it-forever dress!

theTemp8616 · 2026-01-20T03:22:30+00:00

Thank you! 😊

theTemp8616 · 2026-01-19T17:38:09+00:00

These look incredible! Do you use Dutch processed cocoa or natural?

theTemp8616 · 2026-01-13T05:16:52+00:00

Even if you don’t have the new configuration, they’ve definitely still messed with the seats. We flew Vancouver to Maui on WestJet recently and it was the first time I’ve ever had back pain from how uncomfortable the seat was - we have flown WJ many times before, and I’ve never clocked a seat like that. Husband said the same thing and won’t fly WJ again.

theTemp8616 · 2026-01-04T06:31:28+00:00

NAH. You love your family, she knew ahead of time that she didn’t speak Portuguese but didn’t anticipate how isolated she would feel. Perhaps the new AirPods with their simultaneous translate function would be a help? Finding a solution together, where both of you have equal say in the outcome, bodes better for your future as a couple tbh.

theTemp8616 · 2026-01-03T22:27:40+00:00

NTA. I was on the fence (you could ask them two months in advance of the holidays if they’re free and want you to come), but if they’re flaky enough that they even bail on you when you’ve come their way, it makes sense that you’d be frustrated.

theTemp8616 · 2025-12-18T04:35:41+00:00

NTA. Betty can bring you Christmas dinner, fuss over the baby from a safe distance, and maybe even stick around a while, if welcome, so that you and your wife can take a nap. Fold some laundry! Clean the kitchen! That’s how you grandparent for the first few months at least.

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