North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025

On April 29, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend North America’s 50 Best Bar Awards which were held in Vancouver.

While Vancouver is no stranger to hosting global sporting events (Winter Olympics 2010 and soon to be co-hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2026), this event bought the best of the best in the drinks and hospitality  industry to the Canadian city.

Click here to read the short piece on BELLAMedia.co

I cannot wait to see how Vancouver’s bars fair next year with Prophecy (#53 on the top 100 list) joining regulars Botanist Bar (#26) and Keefer Bar (#28).

Photo credit: James Nguyen

 

 

BELLA: Elegant, Elaborate Easter Eggs for Everyone

I love Mini-Eggs and so today I organized a mini egg ice cream run for the department at work. While these eggs are almost too pretty to eat, I’m sure I wouldn’t have a problem devouring them. Read the BELLA article here. 

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Collection of 3 BELLA articles

I’ve been slacking on sharing my pieces on my site. Here are 3 BELLA pieces that I contributed this fall.

Full STEAM ahead – A roundup of STEAM toys and one to look out for in the future.

How to win those Winter Woes – Skincare during the winter months can be challenging. Here is some products that can help.

Forever Fashion – Two OOTD looks, one for work and one for play. Entirely created with sustainable fashion pieces.

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