Laura Killam’s Local Favourites   

For Brunch

Livia is a great brunch spot for a weekend meet-up. They also have a perfect happy hour with a variety of house negronis.

 

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For Lunch

Caffè la Tana is such an intimate room, perfect for a lunch catch-up with a friend. The menu is simple and the food is delicious—faves are the kale salad and the burrata, and, of course, the pasta is always great!

 

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For Dinner

The food at The Lunch Lady is fantastic and the room is lively for lunch or dinner. I love eating at the bar or perched on their patio on a warm evening. Anh and Chi is the best Vietnamese food in town, with wonderful sharing plates of fresh food. Be sure to order the bánh xèo turmeric crêpe.

 

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For a Design-Forward Hotel

Kitoki Inn on Bowen Island is perfectly designed and so relaxing! The Japanese onsen is a dream.

 

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For an “Undiscovered” Spot

Iona Beach Regional Park: walking the wild and semi-industrial North Arm beach is a favourite, as are the birdwatching spots.

 

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