Small Biz Profiles

Coffee aficionados will know that a cup of coffee can really set the tone for the rest of your day. WE Coffee Roasters owner William Chu had that concept instilled in him during his grueling two-year long coffee roasting apprentice he undertook in Taiwan some time ago. In fact, if he had made a cup of coffee that wasn’t up to snuff, his mentor would make him drink every single one – to fully understand that to a consumer that cup of coffee is often the only one in their day and perfection was needed.

If you are on the hunt for some eyecatching piece for your next date or party, Skot Apparel may have the answer to your solution – PARTYSKIRTS! 

Gluten-free? Rejoice! There’s a new cookie in town! Say hello to Great Bear Patties.

Everyone’s a big deal, and We’re A Big Deal is a website that focuses on featuring stories of individuals who are inspiring, because they do what they love, and sharing how they achieved their success.

Trensetta Design is one of Vancouver’s leading design firms and provides a set of holistic professional skills to their clients from start to finish. They are really a one-stop shop for your design needs, ranging from interior design, home-staging, graphic design and more. I had a chance to sit with the co-founder, and Vancouver’s very own, Penelope Sloan to learn more about the design world, their firm and what she’s been up to.

Oenophiles and spirit drinkers will find that Yaletown just got a bit more interesting.  A few weeks ago, Icon Fine Wine & Spirits launched its new convertible, tasting-room style offices in the heart of Yaletown at 1152 Mainland Street in Vancouver.

Only days away with limited tickets left! This year marks the 16th anniversary of the Canadian Financing Forum (CFF), which is Canada’s marquee financing event for innovative technology companies.

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Pink Ribbon Bakery just past their one-year mark as they officially opened their doors back on January 22^nd of 2012.  The warm, homey shop with a hard rock twist is best known for their freshness, incredible variety of flavours, and entrance into the fascinating niche market of having celebrity cake and cupcake customers. From the cast of shows like Supernatural, music icons like Snoop Dogg, or other personalities such as Kat Von D pictured above with owner Sheila Comer, this bakery has an edge and a story that most are missing.