Rio Azul Latin Boutique - Latin American Clothing

Okay girls, if you love the senorita look, you must visit Rio Azul, a ladies Latin American clothing store. I bought 4 - 5 dresses from this store alone this summer. They have nice styles and for those who like to be a little more dare devil with bright colours and patterns, they have fashion where it is done very tastefully. This place is a hidden gem as dresses are between $50-$80, really inexpensive.

I hope they have a website soon.

Crocs on Robson - 20% off

Hey All

Crocs just opened on Robson Street. All shoes are currently 20% off and if you spend over $50.00 you receive a beach bag with it.

The discount is on for a limited time, so hurry in and get something.

I bought myself some waterproof hikers (look like those Merrell and Keen type, but plastic).

Wedding Gig

I'm now married, check out my latest wedding gig. I actually managed to pull off Wedding for a Cause.

http://weddingforacause.blogspot.com

Great Deal on the Nebulizer at Beverly's the Spa on 4th Avenue

Ladies and Gents:

Great deal on the nebulizer machine at Beverly's the Spa on 4th Avenue. It's a boxing special going at $69.95. The same one at Saje is $84.95. That is a $15.00 saving!

This is a great gift for ladies Gents!

Cool Inexpensive Gift for a Gal at Christmas

Glowing Swarovski Cube - FireJewel Necklace

ooh, glittering diamond! Well, not really. It’s a 10 mm solitaire Austrian Swarovski crystal, but it does sparkle fabulously thanks to a small internal light.

The $39.95 bling on a string is powered by a replaceable 3-volt lithium battery which lasts about 60 hours.

More details available here: http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firejewel-necklace

IKEA Deals

I don't know if any of you have noticed, but IKEA from time to time is advertising in I think it is the Georgia Straight and Local newspapers some great product deals.

I just got a package of 100 tea lightholders the other day for $2.99.

Apartment Fire on West 2nd avenue

I got a bunch of phone calls from family and friends the other day because of the housefire on west 2nd. It wasn't my apartment, so no worries everyone, kitsilanoshopaholic lives on :)

Thanks all!

Gumdrops Rubber Boots Rock

I never thought rubber boots could come into fashion and turn out looking stylish, but here they are Gumdrops on 4th avenue. The boots are definitely waterproof and dirt proof. I trampled through a pumpkin patch with them (speaking of they were white boots) and all I did was wash them off with water and voila it was back to looking new.

Guys, a great Christmas gift idea for your girlfriend :)

IGA Vs. Safeway

Hey Kitsilano Shoppers

Please Welcome IGA to the neighbourhood on West Broadway.

To attract customers in, the store has been having some smoking deals this past while. Here are some of them:

- barilla pasta sauce 98 cents
- smoked chicken 99 cents/100 grams
- day olds are 50% off pretty much everyday (they are still fresh from what I can tell)

5 Baskets with Handle for $1.00 at Liquidation World

Shopping for flower girl baskets or just need baskets with handles to store things in?

Check out Liquidation World in Richmond, BC, Canada. I bought 5 baskets for $1.00. Baskets on average are like $15.00 even in Salvation Army or Value Village.

There is limited supply available!

Azngal

Basic tea Light Holders for 25 cents at IKEA

Event planners, Decorators, Brides to be, check out the basic tea light holders for 25 cents at IKEA. They are the ones the hotel industry uses. They are suitable for use at parties and a great bargain. I see these retail for like $3.00 at various other places.

Azngal

Cheap Flights by Oasis Hong Kong for Hong Kong and/or Europe

Bound for Hong Kong and/or Europe, book cheap flights with Oasis Hong Kong that includes meals. I have not used them yet, but have some friends travelling in September with them so I'll let you know what they think of the experience. Keep you posted!

They even have fare specials on now for students, pastors, teachers, and more. Google for all the specials.

Azngal

Breakfast and Sushi at a Bargain - Yummy Sushi

Yummy Sushi at 4th and Pine offers cheap breakfast and sushi specials all day. I have not been there yet personally myself, but people say the food is decent. Breakfasts with bacon, eggs, toast and more are $2.95 and 18 piece sushi sets are like $4.99.

Whatever you do, don't expect ambience inside this dive. It somewhat reminds me of a trucker stop cafe.

1980 Pine Street
Vancouver, BC
(604) 731-7110

Azngal

Introducing Strawberry and Banana Flavour VitaSoy

If you have not been to your local Capers lately, they now sell Strawberry and Banana Flavour VitaSoy. I've given it a try already. It's good and addictive!

However, it's $2.97 a carton, but if your lucky you can get it on sale at $1.95, but it is rare that this happens.

Azngal

VitaSoy Green Tea and Strawberrry and Banana Flavour

Why is it that only Capers and New Apple Market in Kitsilano carry Green Tea and Strawberry and Banana Flavour Vitasoy? Well, actually New Apple Market only carries Green Tea Flavour. I'm addicted to this stuff, but it gets quite pricey after a while using it as cereal milk.

Safeway and small organic stores carry Vitasoy, but not in the flavours I want :(

Unique Wedding Venues in Kitsilano

Looking for a unique wedding ceremony/reception venue in and around Kitsilano or on the West Side?

Consider these:

False Creek Community Centre on Granville Island (Lindt Hall) - Holds like 200 people for a seated dinner

Autumn Brooks Gallery on 4th avenue

Celebration Pavillion at Queen Elizabeth Park (near Kitsilano)

Watermark Restaurant right on Kitsilano Beach

Azngal

Spices for 50 cents

I did not think you could buy a cheap package of spices anymore for under a buck. However, with allot of patient shopping I finally found a place that does. So, if you love cooking, this place is a deal :)

I bought oregano for $0.50 cents. That's right, 50 cents.

Parthenon
3080 on 4th Avenue

Have fun shopping!

Kitsilano Shopaholic now brings you Keep It Organic

Readers, I love organic foods and have decided to start a blog on it and keep people informed on what is happening in the community and tips around organic shopping itself.

http://www.keepitorganic.blogspot.com

Hip Hop Wednesdays at Lululemon on 4th avenue

Hey All

I just went for a walk on 4th avenue and saw a sign outside Lululemon's door advertising Hip Hop Dance lessons on Wednesdays.

I'll be sure to check it out next week as I missed it this week.

See you all there!

End of the Summer Sales on West 4th Avenue

Okay Kitsilano has started its end of the summer sales on everything. Sidewalk sales on kitchen items, clothing, shoes, food, and more...

I bought two cute multicolour halter type dresses for like $5.00 each. I got them at West Side Sports on West 4th avenue near the place that says ugly kayaks for sale hehehe

Azngal