City break in Valencia, Spain

Deciding on our European summer vacation was quite a challenge for hubby and I. We both had different ideas of what we wanted to see and do. Once we decided on the South of Spain, our search began on the best way to get from Calgary (YYC) to Spain. Since we had already visited to […]

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Fall Ready with Saks OFF 5TH

I had the wonderful opportunity of attending the Grand Opening of the second Saks OFF 5TH location in Calgary last week. The store is located at CF Market Mall and is a beautiful space. It is perfectly laid out making my shopping experience truly wonderful.   What amazed me the most was the selection. With over […]

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Wedding Season with Saks OFF 5TH

One of the things I love about summer is being able to attend friends and families weddings.  It’s so wonderful to witness two people joining their lives together. The day is always filled with so much happiness and joy. BUT – what comes to mind when you receive that invite? WHAT AM I GOING TO WEAR? […]

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Goodbye Winter; Welcome Spring

Calgary has had a very long and drawn out winter season this year. It was so cold and every weekend it snowed. I’m sure that many of you can relate with this weather. Towards the end of the season, it was becoming pretty unbearable. That’s when I decided it was time for a city break! […]

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Healthy Shoes; Naturally Beautiful

Anyone else have trouble finding shoes that fit, are comfortable and stylish? Sometimes it feels like I’m the only person that had the misfortune of having the worst feet. I have been wearing orthotics – yes orthotics for the last 15 years. No doubt when you think of orthotics you think of your grandma/grandpa but […]

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EDO JAPAN FRESH TAKE….

As a Canadian blogger, supporting local initiatives is important to me. I had the wonderful opportunity of visiting the new EDO JAPAN FRESH TAKE concept store on Saturday in Shawnessy; a Calgary based business.  We’ve all heard of EDO Japan but what is this new Fresh Take concept? The Fresh Take concept includes a revitalized […]

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VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT IDEAS

Whether you are spending the holiday with a bunch of friends or a loved one, I think a few things remain the same… it should be a night filled with fun activities, great food/wine and a few nice presents… Throughout the year, I make a wish list for occasions like Valentine’s Day, Birthdays and Anniversaries, […]

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Looking for a Valentine’s Day Idea…

Valentine’s Day, to some represents a significant cultural connotation, to others a commercial holiday and for other some time spent with a special someone. To me, it’s “date night” with my husband amplified a teeny tiny bit. My good friend and fellow blogger, Shruthi of The Honest Shruth will be a guest on my blog today […]

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Paros Souvla… Modern Authentic Greek

Greek cuisine has been one of my favourites since I was a child. I remember going with my parents to Mr. Greek on Danforth Avenue in Toronto. When we moved to Calgary, it was really hard to find a comparable restaurant. So when we saw Paros Souvla open up in the Royal Oak Complex a […]

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The Coveted OOTD!

One of the most popular outfit of the day’s that I see on Instagram is the cardigan/tee/jeans look. I can totally understand why. This look is so effortless and easy to create. This classic outfit can be worn running errands, date night, hanging out with friends, casual Friday’s at work; really the possibilities are endless. […]

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