1. Waterproof socks

Know anyone who bikes or walks to work? Instead of bringing an extra pair of shoes to work, try gifting them waterproof socks to keep feet warm and toasty during those wet Vancouver days! We recommend Showers Pass Waterproof Crosspoint socks– $46CAD

2. Airpods

This accessory is the most sought after for our clients this season! They are wireless, easily transportable, and sense when they are in your ears to pause the music when they are out. These are great for people who love to work out with music but hate when wires get in the way and like small and compact earphones- $219 CAD

3. The 5 Minute Journal

Instead of getting a generic planner or journal this holiday season, gift your loved ones The Five Minute Journal! This journal was made to help users become more optimistic and reflective with only five minutes of journalling every day! The simple design works with any style, and this gift is perfect for those working on resolutions for the new year – $30.64 CAD

4. Gift an Experience

Sometimes the best gifts are not material items, but experiences! Experience gifts won’t be re-gifted, returned, or stuffed in the back of a storage closet, they’ll turn into memories with people you love. Whether it’s tickets to concerts, plays, or events around town, you can choose something that both of you would love to experience together. Other ideas: take them to get manicures or a spa treatment together, lessons for something they’ve always wanted to learn how to do, or treat them out to a restaurant they’ve been meaning to check out. The possibilities are endless, and can work with any budget!

Mika Fogelman- Client Care Manager

Mika is passionate about helping others in any way she can. Having danced since she was five years old, she discovered excitement for fitness through teaching Zumba dance fitness classes, and loves to help others develop their confidence through exercise.

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1. Panz Veggie

With decadent flavours an extensive menu, Panz Veggie hits the spot for chinese food cravings. The menu has something for everyone, and the large portions are perfect for a family style meal. Owner Livia is always happy to share her secrets, like where she gets her delicious soy nuggets, and the best egg alternatives! My favourites: wonton soup and eggplant hotpot- yum!

2. Chickpea

The next level up from the famous Vancouver food truck Chickpea, owners Rotem and Itemar opened up the restaurant of the same name in the summer of 2017. Drawing inspiration (and names) from classic Israeli and mediterranean cuisine, Chickpea puts a plant-based twist on popular dishes that are sure to leave you absolutely full and satisfied. I especially appreciate that the vegetables in the meals are celebrated as just that- vegetables. Their flavours stand out- they’re not cooked to taste like meat- and are made into such comforting meals. We knew right away that their pitas weren’t from Vancouver- they are perfectly fluffy and brought in from an Israeli bakery in Ontario. My top picks: A sabich (the ‘ch’ is pronounced like a hard ‘h’) hummus platter to share with a friend, or the malawach wrap for brunch!

3. Virtuous Pie

Definitely a big name in the vegan scene, Virtuous Pie continues to prove it’s not just a pizza place. Although the pizza is fantastic, the reason VP made this place is for all of their other menu items. Their new mac and cheese dish is wonderfully light, their ice cream flavours consistently surprise me, and their homemade cheese blows other vegan cheese options out of the water. What I love is that the majority of their ingredients are made in-house, including their light dough, cheese, and ice cream. My top picks: Stranger wings and Ultraviolet pizzas, and the Mermaid ice cream for dessert!

Mika Fogelman- Client Care Manager

Mika is passionate about helping others in any way she can. Having danced since she was five years old, she discovered excitement for fitness through teaching Zumba dance fitness classes, and loves to help others develop their confidence through exercise.

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