brain-boosting wood toys for newborns
to five-year-olds. Eco-friendly and
locally-made products are featured at
this Kits boutique. 2110 W. 4th Ave.
604-736-8020 or toll-free 1-877-836-
8020. www.hipbaby.com X Map 1: E2
LUSSOBABY Luxury baby items includ-
ing apparel, furniture, strollers, eco-
friendly toys and feeding accessories.
Baby clothing lines from top designers
including Boss, Armani, Dior and more.
2699 Granville St. 604-736-0648.
X Map 4: D3 1037 Marine Dr., North
Vancouver. 778-340-0648. www.
lussobaby.ca X Map 4: C4
REDFISH KIDS cLOtHIng All the
vibrant, style-conscious clothing in
this Vancouver line is locally made.
The apparel is inspired by international
fashions and is popular with celebrity
children. 851 Hornby St. 604-685-
7339 or toll-free 1-800-862-2608.
X Map 1: C5 2474 Marine Dr., West
Vancouver. 1-800-862-2608. www.
redfishkids.com Map 4: B3
CHOCOLATES &
CONFECTIONS
KARAMELLER Get your candy fix at
this Scandinavian sweet shop. Every-
thing is imported directly from Sweden
and is made using high-quality ingre-
dients. Mix and match your favourites
and pay by weight. 30-1020 Mainland
St. 604-639-8325. www.karameller
.com X Map 1: D5
PURDYS cHOcOLAtES A local
favourite, this Vancouver chocolatier
has been around since 1907. Locations
in most malls. Pacific Centre, 701 W.
Georgia St. 604-683-3467. X Map
1: C6 2196 W. 4th Ave. 604-730-
8669. X Map 1: E1 2705 Granville St.
604-732-7003. www.purdys.com X
Map 2: D2
ROgERS’ cHOcOLAtES Beautiful
locations with unique West Coast
decor houses premium chocolates
with natural ingredients. These treats
are for any occasion and any excuse.
1571 Johnston St. 778-371-7314. X
Map 6: B3 The Landing, 389 Water
St. 604-676-3452. Map 1: B3 Park
Royal, Taylor Way at Marine Dr., West
Vancouver. 778-279-2462. www.
rogerschocolates.com X Map 4: B3
WISHIng tREAtS cARAMEL StUDIO
Peek into the candy kitchen at this
sweet boutique and watch friendly
confectionery artists turn natural
ingredients into hard candy featuring
incredibly detailed designs. Try the
fruity mix, a selection of their top
seven best-selling flavours. 49 W.
Hastings St. 778-379-5891. www.
wishingtreats.com X Map 1: C7
DEpArTmENT STOrES
HOLt REnFREW A showcase for inter-
national fashion for men and women,
with clothing and accessory collec-
tions from Giorgio Armani, Dolce &
Gabbana, Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton
and Tiffany. In-store Chanel and David
Yurman boutiques. Find footwear by
over 30 coveted brands in the shoe
hall, including ACNE, Givenchy and
more. Also, leather goods, cosmetics
and fine fragrances. Refuel at Holts
Café, which offers refined West Coast
cuisine alongside weekend brunch and
afternoon tea. In the Ladurée boutique,
find from-France sweets and viennoi-
series. Pacific Centre, 737 Dunsmuir
St. 604-681-3121. www.holtrenfrew
.com X Map 1: C6
HUDSOn’S BAY Canada’s oldest
department store features fashions
for the home and family, as well as
Canadian gift items and everyday
essentials. In the downtown location,
high-fashion area The Room features
pieces by Armani, Erdem and others;
the signature department stocks
the iconic point blankets, outerwear
and collectables. 674 Granville St. at
Georgia. 604-681-6211. X Map 1: C5
Oakridge Centre, 650 W. 41st Ave.
604-261-3311. X Map 4: E3 Park Royal,
Taylor Way at Marine Dr., West Van-
couver. 604-925-1411. www.thebay
.com X Map 4: B3
nORDStROM High-end Seattle-based
retailer specializes in fashionable finds
for the whole family. Apparel, acces-
sories, shoes and cosmetics, including
many designer brands. Restaurants
and coffee bar in-store. Pacific Centre,
799 Robson St. 604-699-2100.
ca.nordstrom.com X Map 1: C5
FArmErS’ mArkETS
Visit www.bcfarmersmarket.org to find
info on the locations and operating hours
of farmers’ markets in Vancouver and
across BC.
That’s a Keeper
Even the most intrepid traveller
is terrified by the thought of los-
ing vacation photos. Conquer that
fear with Picture Keeper Connect.
This handy little USB drive lets you
quickly and easily back up images
from your smartphone, tablet or
computer—no cellphone data or
Internet connection required—which
means you can focus on making
memories instead of worrying about
losing them. Buy online at www.
picturekeeper.com.—Sheri Radford
June 2017
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