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Recommendations for people visiting the Mozilla office in Vancouver. | = Recommendations for people visiting the Mozilla office in Vancouver. = | ||
Many of these are compiled in this [https://foursquare.com/clarkbw/list/vancouver-in-a-nutshell FourSquare list]. | Many of these are compiled in this '''[https://foursquare.com/clarkbw/list/vancouver-in-a-nutshell FourSquare list].''' | ||
There is also a handy '''[https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1oBg0etlb2hwbaXlNa83bTZAQrPTdNBvM&ll=49.273523543466055%2C-123.12430365&z=14 Google Map]''' | |||
== Airport Transportation == | == Airport Transportation == | ||
The best way is to take the 'Canada Line' train [http://goo.gl/maps/1REK from the airport]. | The best way is to take the 'Canada Line' train [http://goo.gl/maps/1REK from the airport]. | ||
== Traveling to the US from YVR == | |||
Be at the airport 2 hours before flights to the US as you'll be going through US Immigration at the YVR airport. | |||
== Hotels == | == Hotels == | ||
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* Deacon's Corner (diner) | * Deacon's Corner (diner) | ||
* Sitar (indian) | * Sitar (indian) | ||
* Nuba (lebanese) | * Nuba (lebanese) | ||
* La taqueria (tacos, duh) | * La taqueria (tacos, duh) | ||
* Golden Garden (vietnamese) | * Golden Garden (vietnamese) | ||
* Salad Loop (one under | * Salad Loop (one under Harbour Centre, one in Vancouver Public Library's Central library) | ||
* MoMo Sushi | * MoMo Sushi | ||
* Finch's (sandwiches, slow but very good) | * Finch's (sandwiches, slow but very good) | ||
* Gorilla Food (raw vegan) | * Gorilla Food (raw vegan) | ||
* International Village food court (by | * International Village food court (by Stadium Skytrain Station) | ||
* Harbour centre food court | * Harbour centre food court | ||
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* Cafe Medina (brunch, lunch, waffles, pseudo-european-fusion) | * Cafe Medina (brunch, lunch, waffles, pseudo-european-fusion) | ||
* Meat & Bread (lunch; excellent "sandwiches") | * Meat & Bread (lunch; excellent "sandwiches") | ||
* Guu Izakaya in Gastown (water st. location) | * Guu Izakaya in Gastown (water st. location) | ||
* Pour House (excellent burger among others, not cheap) | * Pour House (excellent burger among others, not cheap) | ||
* Revel Room (decent burger) | * Revel Room (decent burger) | ||
* Irish Heather | * Irish Heather | ||
* Salt (cold cuts, cheeses, wine) | * Salt (cold cuts, cheeses, wine);Judas Goat is a fancy $$ tapas run by the same folks | ||
* Jules Bistro | * Jules Bistro | ||
* L'abbatoir (cutting edge, v. good, not cheap) | * L'abbatoir (cutting edge, v. good, not cheap) | ||
* Minami - fancy sushi | |||
* Miku - fancy sushi | |||
* Octopus Garden - sushi | |||
=== Not close to the office === | === Not close to the office === | ||
* Sushi: | * Sushi: Kishimoto, Toshi Sushi, Sushi by Yuji, Masayoshi. | ||
* Italian: La Buca; La Quercia; Campagnolo; Quattro (North Vancouver and Whistler; the Vancouver location closed) | * Italian: La Buca; La Quercia; Campagnolo; Quattro (North Vancouver and Whistler; the Vancouver location closed) | ||
* Pizza: Pizzeria Barbarella;Via Tavere; Bibo | * Pizza: [http://pizzeriabarbarella.com/ Pizzeria Barbarella at Fraser and Broadway];[http://viateverepizzeria.com/ Via Tavere near Commercial Drive]; Bibo | ||
* Indian: Vij's (fancy fusion); Rangoli (related, less fancy) | * Indian: Vij's (fancy fusion); Rangoli (related, less fancy) | ||
* Thai: Krua Thai in North Vancouver | * Thai: Krua Thai in North Vancouver | ||
* Japanese: the other Guu restaurants; Gyoza King; Kintaro Ramen on Denman; Motomachi Shokudo Ramen | * Japanese: the other Guu restaurants; Gyoza King; Kintaro Ramen on Denman; Motomachi Shokudo Ramen | ||
* French: Regalade; Au petit Chavignol; Aux faux bourgeois; Salade de fruits | * French: Regalade; Au petit Chavignol; Aux faux bourgeois; Salade de fruits | ||
* Chinese: I'm not competent in that domain, but there are apparently world-class options here. Ask Roland Tanglao. | * Chinese: I'm not competent in that domain, but there are apparently world-class options here. Ask Roland Tanglao. Better yet ask a "Canadian of Chinese heritage" like Anthony Lam or Mavis Ou. I love cheap and cheerful cash only greasy Cantonese at New Town Bakery (special set menu B and C!), and a little more expensive The Boss (ox tongue, congee, pepper beef noodles!) both in Chinatown. Mavis and Anthony can tell you about Richmond and non lunch food. | ||
* Harvest Deli on Broadway for classic sandwiches; | * Harvest Deli on Broadway for classic sandwiches; | ||
* Templeton (check out the Portobello "burger", and the $5-shake); Deacon's corner for a corned beef hash; | * Templeton (check out the Portobello "burger", and the $5-shake); Deacon's corner for a corned beef hash; | ||
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===Drinks that make you feel funny=== | ===Drinks that make you feel funny=== | ||
* Alibi Room - lots of local beers on tap & decent food | * Alibi Room - lots of local beers on tap & decent food | ||
* [https://www.thekeeferbar.com/ Keefer Bar] Some of the best, most inventive cocktails in the city. | |||
* L'abbatoir - fancy cocktails | * L'abbatoir - fancy cocktails | ||
* The Diamond - Fancy cocktails and fun Asian fusion food but closed on Mondays! | * The Diamond - Fancy cocktails and fun Asian fusion food but closed on Mondays! | ||
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===Coffee drinks=== | ===Coffee drinks=== | ||
(FYI: Vancouverites are *serious* about coffee places.) | (FYI: Vancouverites are *serious* about coffee places.) | ||
* [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/revolver-vancouver Revolver] (the boss) | * [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/revolver-vancouver Revolver] (the boss) - impressive selection for pourovers, great espresso game | ||
* [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/acme-caf%C3%A9-vancouver-4 Acme] (for when you want to impress) | * [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/acme-caf%C3%A9-vancouver-4 Acme] (for when you want to impress) - 19April2016roland - not sure the coffee is great but the pies are out of this world and go well with coffee | ||
* [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/east-van-roasters-vancouver East Van Roasters] (tiny, cute, chocolate involved) | * [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/east-van-roasters-vancouver East Van Roasters] (tiny, cute, chocolate involved) | ||
* [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/nelson-the-seagull-vancouver Nelson the Seagull] (next to East Van Roasters, better for longer stays, fresh-made bread too) (Brits: this is the best flat white in town) | * [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/nelson-the-seagull-vancouver Nelson the Seagull] (next to East Van Roasters, better for longer stays, fresh-made bread too) (Brits: this is the best flat white in town) | ||
* Timbertrain [wooden, Gastowny, "hip"] | * Timbertrain [wooden, Gastowny, "hip"] | ||
* [http://musettecaffe.com/ Musette] Bicycle-racing-themed café in the West End. Coffee is only "very good," but the shop is bright, gorgeous, and full of neat racing memorabilia (and cyclists!). Great breakfast and brunch food. No laptops on weekends. | |||
== Health Professionals == | == Health Professionals == | ||
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* Walk in Clinic | * Walk in Clinic | ||
== | == Move your body == | ||
* Gym | * Gym | ||
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* Yoga Studio | * Yoga Studio | ||
** One Yoga For The People http://oneyogaforthepeople.ca/ | ** One Yoga For The People http://oneyogaforthepeople.ca/ | ||
** Stretch http://stretchvancouver.com/ | |||
** Blue Egg http://blueeggstudios.com/ | ** Blue Egg http://blueeggstudios.com/ | ||
* Dance Studio | * Dance Studio | ||
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* Haircuts | * Haircuts | ||
** For ladies, [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/lisas-chop-shop-vancouver Lisa's Chop Shop] is down the road, cheaper than most, and great, especially if you have dyed hair and like | ** For ladies, [http://www.yelp.ca/biz/lisas-chop-shop-vancouver Lisa's Chop Shop] is down the road, cheaper than most, and great, especially if you have dyed hair and like rockabilly music. Ask for Jen, who is lovely. | ||
** For mostly men but they do women too: JD's barbershop is close. Unpredictable results if you don't have a specific person. | ** For mostly men but they do women too: JD's barbershop is close. Unpredictable results if you don't have a specific person. | ||
* Spa | * Spa | ||
** Willow Stream Spa: https://www.fairmont.com/pacific-rim-vancouver/willow-stream/ not cheap, but a luxe place to chill out | |||
* Sensory isolation tanks: http://www.floathouse.ca/ | * Sensory isolation tanks: http://www.floathouse.ca/ | ||
* Sauna | * Sauna | ||
** Hastings Steam http://www.hastingssteamandsauna.com/ | ** Hastings Steam http://www.hastingssteamandsauna.com/ | ||
= Recommendations for people visiting Vancouver before/after All Hands = | |||
== Things to do outside == | |||
* bike/walk/run around the Seawall | |||
* Grouse Grind https://www.grousemountain.com/grousegrind | |||
* BCMC trail https://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/bcmc-trail/ | |||
* kayaking in False Creek or Deep Cove | |||
* drum circle at 3rd beach - Tuesdays? https://www.facebook.com/groups/650597208338757/ | |||
* Kits Pool - https://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/kitsilano-pool.aspx 137m heated, outdoor, satlwater pool beside the ocean | |||
== Neighbourhood adventures == | |||
* breweries in Mount Pleasant - Brassneck, Faculty, R&B, Main Street Brewing, 33 Acres, Red Truck | |||
* Tara add walking tour of favourite places on Main Street | |||
== Cultural things == | |||
* artist run centres https://guides.ecuad.ca/c.php?g=644587&p=4520104 | |||
* MOA | |||
* VAG | |||
* VPL - central branch downtown, Children's library pop up book reference collection, rooftop garden | |||
* Bard on the Beach https://bardonthebeach.org/2019/the-taming-of-the-shrew "2007 ‘spaghetti western’ version of The Taming of the Shrew – one of Bard’s most beloved productions – is the inspiration behind this hilarious Wild-West love story, where two fierce kindred spirits finally meet their match in each other" | |||
== Events == | |||
* Vancouver Canadians Minor League Baseball http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t435 - home games every day June 14-20 (games are either at 1pm or 7pm), fun, family friendly, inexpensive, absurdly long hot dogs and sushi mascot races--what more could you want? https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/2018/08/10/vancouver-canadians/ | |||
== Nightlife == | |||
Check [https://www.straight.com/ The Georgia Straight], aka The Straight, for music listings. | |||
=== Live music venues === | |||
* Imperial | |||
* Fortune Sound Club | |||
* The Fox | |||
* The Biltmore | |||
=== Clubs === | |||
??? | |||
== Things to eat == | |||
Scout Magazine has pretty reliable reviews, including a [https://scoutmagazine.ca/guides/ Best of... list]. | |||
* Richmond Night Market https://richmondnightmarket.com/ - one block from Bridgeport Station on the Canada Line, in addition to many tasty types of meat-on-a-stick, Asian street food, it's also a good place to buy cute socks and cute smart phone cases | |||
===Breakfast=== | |||
* Yolks | |||
* Cafe Medina - get there early | |||
* Oakwood | |||
* Jam - long waits, big portions | |||