In honor of International Day of The Girl, The Sparkle Project BC is thrilled to present a Sparkle Empowerment Event/Fundraiser: An event for EVERY generation! The goal is to give young females (along with their family and friends) better access to modern personal and professional development tools, while celebrating their growth, diversity, uniqueness and self-worth while creating a platform for conversations that may not normally occur between Mothers and Daughters. We want everyone to leave feeling empowered to sparkle! Join in on an afternoon of empowerment for ages 5-100! There will be something for everyone. Inspirational Speakers at the event: * Denai Johnson- Radio Personality with Virgin Radio 94.5 * Alexandria MacFarlane- BC Lions Cheerleader and host with Shaw TV *Jamie Dunlop Khau- Founder of Styling the Inside *Karen Johnson- Founder of K'pure Naturals and KP Fitness *Kristal Barrett-Stuart- Founder of The Sparkle Project BC/Author *Frances Oliver- Miss Teen Fraser Valley Inspirational...

#GIVINGBACKISSEXY at The Dare to Dream Soirée, on Tuesday, November 22nd at the uniquely stylish and newly renovated state-of-the-art theater, Imperial Vancouver!!! Genicca Dot Com partners with RAW Beauty Talks + the "Free to Be" Program, to help youth develop and cultivate an authentic identity - one that is not premised on narrow constructions of what the media markets “attractive” to be. The Dare to Dream Soirée is a powerful and fabulous evening of community, connection & celebration dedicated to the young professionals, entrepreneurs, artists and creatives, educators and leading influencers blazing trails in Vancouver both on and offline. It's time to pick out your favourite party dress, prep your power suit and shine those shoes because the Dare to Dream Soirée is on its way! EVENT DETAILS: https://www.facebook.com/events/1575340396104023/ EARLY BIRD TICKETS: https://www.picatic.com/daretodreamsoiree  *NOW ACCEPTING* + SPONSORS + VENDORS + AUCTION ITEMS APPLY HERE: https://genicca.typeform.com/to/Ocv1m DEADLINE: August 21st Email: geniccaglobalgroup@gmail.com...

Come shop and mingle with the best baby, kids & mama brands in BC! Hosted by Emerson Apparel and KEWE Clothing - this event is bringing you your favourite local kids & mama brands. Come take a look at the best in children's wear & accessories, women's accessories, bath & skincare, & more. You wont want to miss this event! Be sure to arrive early as the first 30 guests will receive complimentary SWAG BAGS!!! Invite your friends and we'll see you there! This is a FREE Event intended for the entire family. *(cash, credit, and debit are all excepted at the event) Where: High Street Shopping Center When: Saturday, August 27, 2016 Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: 3122 Mt. Lehman Road, Abbotsford For more info please visit them on Instagram at: http://instagram.com/makersmarketvan Brands that will be in attendance: Emerson Apparel - Minimoc - KEWE Clothing - little CITIZENS - Jax and...

Recipe: Toffee Apple Panna Cotta Apple Panna Cotta ·         2 tbsp gelatin ·         ¼ cup apple juice ·         1 cup apple juice ·         1 cup caster sugar ·         2 tsp vanilla extract or ½ a vanilla pod ·         1 1/2 cups whipping cream ·         ½ cup whole milk Cardamom Spiced Sponge Toffee Topping ·         3/4 cup sugar ·         ½ cup corn syrup ·         2 tsp baking soda ·         1 tsp ground cardamom ·         ½ tsp cinnamon ·         ½ tsp ginger ·         Pinch of nutmeg Garnish ·         Edible flowers – (optional) Method Apple Panna Cotta Soak 2 tbsp of gelatin in ¼ cup of apple juice for at least 2 minutes. Set aside. Bring 1 cup of apple juice and 1 cup of caster sugar to a boil. Once mixture is boiling turn off heat and still in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract (or ½ vanilla bean). Slowly add hot apple...

Joseph Richard Group has announced a new concept that will be coming in full effect as of late 2016 with the opening of Sudo, an Asian Kitchen experience.  This new JRG experience will have a diverse menu that will feature a broad range of modern Asian cuisine featuring items from Chinese, Japanese, Taiwanese, and Indian cultures led by the JRG Culinary team featuring Corporate Chefs David Jorge (MasterChef Canada 2015 Winner) and Matthew Astorga (MasterChef Canada 2016 top BC contestant).  It will be classified as Asian-infusion, re-defined. “This is a concept we have had on our radar for some time now,” Joseph Richard Group CEO Ryan Moreno stated, “there is a demand for it and we can create something very special combining our brand and experience with a unique menu.” The menu will be developed over the summer with the input of MasterChef Canada Season 3 semi-finalist Matthew Astorga.  Astorga...

Matthew Astorga is a digital design consultant from Scarborough, Ont., currently residing in Pitt Meadows, B.C. Matthew first discovered his love for cooking after making his first dish, an omelette, when he lied to his babysitter and told her he was allowed to use the stove. Completely self-taught in the kitchen, Matthew has a love for cookbooks and is inspired by ingredients, letting each of them dictate what he is going to cook for that day. He thoroughly enjoys cooking with fresh produce and ingredients that he finds at local farmer's markets. There is nothing more enjoyable then knowing where your food comes from. If Matthew can source something locally, that’s his preference. In the kitchen, Matthew can be found listening to “Sleepless” by Flume, and cooking up a storm with his cast iron skillet. As a top 4 finalist, Matthew is looking to experience and learn as much as he can while in the...

As we all know social media is huge in today's society, and it's no surprise that I connected with Mikaela over Instagram. Mikaela Karram is the founder of a clothing apparel company called "Pay it Forward Gear" that is based out of Vancouver, BC. At only 28 years of age this kind-hearted soul is making a big difference in her community. But before being able to stand behind her amazing brand, Mikaela has had to overcome some major struggles. At 27 she was diagnosed with severe depression as well as anxiety; to the point where she was having a hard time functioning on her own. Ashamed to talk to family and friends, it took some major soul searching and asking for help to get her where she is today. This girl is a force to be reckoned with and is an inspiration to many. Q: What was the inspiration behind "Pay it Forward"? I...

The second annual Avoshowdown, hosted by Avocados from Mexico, returns to Vancouver on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at the Northwest Culinary Academy of Vancouver. With the success and popularity of last year's culinary competition, Avocados from Mexico is celebrating the return of the Avoshowdown with bigger prizes, including roundtrip travels to a Mexican all-inclusive resort, courtesy of Club Med Canada. This time, the competition is open to the public. Local food lovers and culinary leaders will participate on this Sunday Funday, as 16 of Vancouver's talented cooks and bakers showcase their creativity by creating an avocado dish for competition. Six food and lifestyle experts will judge by a blind-tasting. Judges include: Crystal Allen, culinary nutritional expert & creative director, Hello Creative Family Cassandra Anderton, food writer & editor, Good Life Vancouver Rebecca Coleman, instructor & food blogger, Cooking By Laptop Bosco Mo, food blogger & host, Eatalreadeee & Fairchild Radio Angie Quaale, food expert &...