February is a month where chocolate is a necessity, whether it’s for romance or the winter blues. Enjoy distinctive chocolates and truffles created by chocolatier David Castellan at his Soma Chocolate shop in the Distillery District. Using raw cocoa beans, Castellan creates chocolates with surprising combinations. Try the chocolate bars made with chilies, ginger and vanilla, milk chocolate with dried cherries, sultry bergamot truffles or luscious... Read More
Montreal in February is time for romance and that means chocolates. Consider the best of the best, Les chocolats de Chloe is a tiny artisanal shop in the Plateau selling extraordinary homemade chocolates. There are intriguing flavor combinations that make these chocolates standout. Try raspberry, honey, orange, pistachio, caramel, coffee, praline truffles. Or try the homemade marshmallows hand-dipped in succulent dark chocolate or the hollow chocolate fish... Read More
Vancouver’s YVR airport has all the amenities that you look for in an international airport for an enjoyable experience. It’s got shopping, restaurants, lounges, mini-spas, book stores, free Wi-Fi and more importantly, some very beautiful art work and aquariums. In Vancouver, there’s an entire gallery that’s dedicated to Bill Reid’s artwork. Bill Reid is a well-known Aboriginal artist that has produced some monumental pieces... Read More