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Photo Walk: Instagrammable Walls of Edmonton (Downtown) – September 16, 2017
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I’m excited to announce the fourth Instagrammable Walls of Edmonton Photo Walk taking place Saturday, September 16, 2017 in Downtown Edmonton!  This time, my friend Brittney Le Blanc (@britl) will be co-hosting the photo walk – where we’ll take Edmontonians to some of ...
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Review: Nara Chicken & Tonkatsu
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There’s a new Korean fried chicken and Japanese tonkatsu spot in town and it is really tasty! Nara Chicken & Tonkatsu is located at 8712 150 Street in west Edmonton and recently opened this summer (end of July). Nara is a pretty unassuming, casual spot – located in ...
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Recap: Annual Sturgeon County Bounty Summer Food Festival
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There’s a lot of festivals to attend in the summertime – that’s one of the things I love most about Edmonton summers! It feels like there’s not a weekend that goes by without a multitude of choices on what to do, where to go, and usually (most importantly) what to eat...
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Tips for Travelling with your Pet (in Hotels)
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One of the worst feelings for a pet owner is that ache when you’re away from each other. Vacations can be really hard. Mike and I have definitely been there and so, whenever we can, whenever it makes sense, we try to plan a trip where our dogs can come along too (thank goodness for dog-frie...
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Review + Giveaway: Urban Dog Box Subscription Service
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Box subscription services are pretty popular these days. I’ve tried a few different kinds – organic food, meal/ingredients, a technology/programming box, even a box for “cat ladies!” The latest box service I’m trying is for Olive and Artie – it’s called t...
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In Photos: Edmonton Heritage Festival 2017 (The World in a Weekend)
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Visiting the World in a Weekend at the Edmonton Heritage Festival has become an August long weekend tradition for my mom and I. It’s easily one of my favourite summer events! Not only do I love trying authentic foods that I’m normally not exposed to (my Heritage Fest rule is no East A...
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Escape the Bank: Try Servus Credit Union’s Mobile Escape Game
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I’m a huge fan of escape games. I find them fun, mentally challenging, great for team and friendship building, and just generally a great thing to do. That’s why I was excited to hear that Servus Credit Union had launched a mobile escape game they were taking to events acros...
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Brazilian Rodizio Comes to South Edmonton (Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse)
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Ready for meat sweats south Edmonton? Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse has expanded to Ellerslie! The beautiful new space officially opens Wednesday, August 9, 2017, bringing delicious table-side Brazilian churrascaria (rotisserie barbecue) south of the river.  I got to check out the new location ...
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Photo Walk: Instagrammable Walls of Edmonton (Chinatown/Downtown) – August 12, 2017
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I’m excited to announce the third Instagrammable Walls of Edmonton Photo Walk taking place Saturday, August 12, 2017 in Chinatown/East Downtown!  This time, my friend Brittney Le Blanc (@britl) will be co-hosting the photo walk – where we’ll take Edmontonians to some o...
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Explore Alberta: Day Trip Ideas for Red Deer / Lacombe County
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Each summer, Mike and I make a point to explore a part of our backyard we’ve never really explored before. That’s why during a weekend in July we drove south to check out Red Deer and Lacombe County!  Normally when we drive through Red Deer we literally just drive through it. Gas...
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In Photos: Carnival Concession Stands at K-Days
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Some concession stand scenes from K-Days, on July 21-30, 2017.  My favourite K-Days food: Spiral Spuds! I LOVE @kdaysYEG Spiral Spuds 🥔 with bacon 🥓 & cheese 🧀. 🙌🏻 Tweet me your fav #KDAYS treat for a chance to win 2 admission tix! ☺️ #yeg pic.twitter.com/ZUgm1oWrqZ — Linda Hoang 💕...
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Giveaway: Keep Pets Hydrated This Summer with PetSafe Canada Fountain!
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This summer I’m helping raise awareness about the importance of keeping your pet hydrated as part of PetSafe Canada‘s Pet Hydration campaign! Did you know each day your pet needs 70 mL of water for every 1 kg they weigh? That means depending on their size, cats need at least 300 mL of...
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10 Cold Treats to Beat the Heat in Edmonton
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When it’s hot in Edmonton, it’s so hot. Edmonton summers are gloriously hot (thunderstorms aside). There’s blue skies and sunshine, with lots of heat, which makes for perfect patio weather AND an excuse for some sweet, cold treats! There’s lots of options for cold desserts to help you...
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Recap: Sunworks Organic Farm Tour + Dinner
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This summer I was invited to visit the Sunworks Organic Farm located about an hour south east of Edmonton (near Armena, Alberta) for a farm tour and dinner. For farmers market frequenters, the Sunworks name should be familiar to you. Sunworks certified organic chicken, beef, eggs, bison, pork and...
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Travel: Top 5 Best Rides at Disneyland & California Adventure
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This summer my brother surprised his son with a birthday trip to Disneyland where the whole family came along too. I’d been to Disneyland nearly 10 years ago and Mike and I had been to Disney World together just a few years ago, but this would be our first trip with little ones (niece and n...
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