“A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality”
-Yoko Ono
Ideas to Tempt You… xo
Dining Out
The Lower Mainland offers a wealth of culinary experiences, catering to a wide array of tastes and preferences. For dinner, I can personally recommend The Mackenzie Room, PiDGiN, Is That French, Barbara, Cuchillo, Burdock & Co, and Farmer’s Apprentice—each offering something unique and delightful. For brunch options I can recommend: Botanist, The Acorn, Palate, Homer Street Cafe, and Café Medina.
Of course there are many other exceptional options for dinner, brunch, or even lunch! If you have something else in mind, I’ll follow your lead. Otherwise, please feel free to ask for an extended list— or share your specific cravings, I am very happy to tailor recommendations that suit your interests.
Cocktails
Libations or social lubricant? The fine print doesn’t really matter, does it, darling? Let’s explore some charming venues where we can let our guard down and truly connect. Just like dining, the options are endless, so consider this list a starting point to whet your whistle, so to speak. Some treasured local’s are The 515 Bar, Keefer Bar, Alchemy Bar and Kitchen, Bartholomew, The Watson, and Prophecy, just to give you a taste.
Staycation
While my incall boasts all the premium comfort and amenities of a spacious and sexy modern downtown apartment, staying in a luxury hotel is a coveted indulgence that simply transcends mere accommodation. Whether you are locally based or visiting from out of town, I relish in sharing these premium intimate moments with you, being enveloped in an atmosphere of elegance, refinement and tranquility. As much as I do love to host, a hotel experience simply just captures the essence of the city through a different lens.
Several top recommendations for local accommodations include: Wedgewood Hotel & Spa, Shangri-La, Rosewood, Loden, Fairmont Pacific Rim, Paradox.
Shopping
Got a fetish for finery? So do I! Don’t be shy—strut me out, twirl me around, and adorn me. While Vancouver’s shopping scene might not always be the first to come to one’s mind, it certainly has some gems. Some tried and true favourites include: Holt Renfrew, Fluevog, Aritzia, or perusing the boutique districts downtown and along main street.
Take a Break from the City
Had our fill of light pollution and the constant hubbub of the city for a hot minute? We could escape on a short journey, following our impulses to wherever the sea to sky highway beckons us. There’s plenty to immerse ourselves in, whether in the great outdoors or somewhere more cozy. At the very least, fresh mountain air and star gazing are, at times, deeply necessary. Or perhaps you’re more inspired by the salty sea breeze of west coast shores. In that case—Tofino is absolutely our destination! Let’s paddle out… ;)
Spa for Two
What’s better than being pampered? Being pampered with your lover, obviously. Let’s fully unwind and relax together, side by side. We can enjoy deluxe mutual satisfaction at one of the following: Fairmont Spa, Miraj Hammam Spa, Sense - A Rosewood Spa, Chi Spa, Circle Wellness, among a list of other’s yet to be experienced!
Art Tour
We could enjoy a visit to the Vancouver Art Gallery, or curate our own culture infused afternoon exploring some of the local galleries nestled within Vancouver’s most vibrant neighbourhoods such as Gastown, Yaletown, Commercial Drive and Kitsalano. We could also schedule one of the many art tours around town, if we’re feeling experimental and want to hand over the reins (for a couple of hours).
Joy Ride
Whether by land, sea or air, exploring together offers countless opportunities for adventure, seduction and romance.
We could rent bikes and cycle around Stanley Park’s seawall, or take to the skies with a harbour air seaplane tour for breathtaking views of the local natural beauty. A boat rental allows for us to explore the cities stunning coastline by water, and, depending on how adventurous you are, perhaps beyond the cityline altogether.
Or we could simply cruise around to visit local beaches, vistas or scenic make-out points.