Entertaining on the town...

Thought I'd leave you with this bug in your ear.... If you need a place guaranteed to impress while entertaining your out of town guests or even friends over the holidays, make reservations at Sanafir. The food is inventive and delicious (try the Grilled Tandoori Jumbo Prawn over mango salad with coconut vinaigrette. To. Die. For.) and the lush decor will sooth your holiday frazzled senses. Sit in an intimate booth, the marble community table or exotic bordering on erotic VIP semi-private lounges upstairs. After you've resisted the urge to take off your shoes and snuggle into the plush pillows, you'll think you've been whisked away into something from the Arabian nights.

The Glowbal group, the geniuses behind Sanafir as well as Italian Kitchen, Coast, Glowbal and Afterglow, know hospitality and it shows. Your guests will leave sated in every sense of the word.



Website: http://sanafir.ca/

*I'm out for holidays until the new year. Happy Holidays!

Zennkai's Boxing Day Promo

This just in... Zennkai is doing something they've never done before... the details are vague but tantalizing nonetheless.

The day begins with an early bird promotion - the store will open early at 8 am - guests will receive a FREE full retail sized REDKEN professional hair care product with their purchase between 8am - 9:30 am only. This on top of the undisclosed sales on the day of.

I know you bargain hunters are going to be lining up in Pacific Centre at the crack of dawn on boxing day. Dip over to Zennkai for a little pre-shop and take advantage of this deal.

Just curious...

Went down to the Sears Mens Department to pick up a tie (which are 40% off today btw. Smoking good deal. Some ties are $10 a piece.)... and noticed the electronics were conveniently embedded amid the throngs of garment racks. Belts, shirts, pants, cumberbunds... and flat screen LCD TVs?

Somehow it makes sense. Like Shoes and Chocolate (picture is of chocolate shoes, I kid you not! Saw some for sale by Christmas Street in The Bay if you are curious.)

Your thoughts? Email them to shopgranville@shopgranville.ca. There may be a reward for the effort. Points for amusement.

Black is more than a color.. but now it's 50% off.

According to Mexx, Black is more than a color. It's timeless yet trendy, clean, classic, safe, stunning and sexy... how true. Their Black is more than a color collection makes it effortless for anyone to incorporate the latest black fashion must-haves into their wardrobe. See their line here.

For one week only, Mexx in Pacific Center is having a 50% off EVERYTHING sale. Yowsa. Go now, and go soon. See store for more details.

A Swinging Celebration of Dal Richard's 90th Birthday

January 6 at 2:00 pm
ORPHEUM Theatre

Come swing with Dal on his 90th Birthday, where veteran Vancouver bandleader Dal Richards will lead his 16-piece orchestra in the big band music at its best Dal's many musical friends will join him on stage to celebrate this milestone in Vancouver's musical history.

Buy Tickets from Ticketmaster.

Gob at the Plaza Club

Click here to watch the video

99.3 The Fox Presents...
GOB - Live at the ROCKED THURSDAY CHRISTMAS PARTY !
+ guests FALL FROM GRACE + ARI SHINE
Thursday Dec 20th
Plaza Club, 881 Granville St.

Only $15.00 in advance
Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.ca & at the door!
$4 Canadians - $5 Jagers

Calling all Shoe hounds...

Feeling generous today. Tis the season after all. Drop me an email at shopgranville@shopgranville.ca with the subject line "SHOES" for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate for David Gordon Shoes, 822 Granville Street.

David Gordon Shoes heralds to the trendy and classic alike with everything from Cowboy boots to club gear... from funky to fabulous.

Deadline: December 31, 2007. Will award the prize in the new year. Winner will be announced!

Note: Please make sure your email is titled properly else it may not be properly filed.

Good luck!

The Caprice cordially invites you...

A special invitation to ShopGranville readers from the Caprice Nightclub.

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Caprice cordially invites you to….

A Caprice Christmas Customer Appreciation Night
Sunday, December 23rd Doors open at 9:00 till 3:00
With resident Dj Daryl o & Rob Rizk accompanied by live percussionist Bobby James
Complimentary drinks and hord'eurves from 9:00 p.m till 10:30

To RSVP please email the names of your guest to info@capricenightclub.com

Happy Holidays,
Caprice Hospitality

It's official... Opticana is the best place to shop for eyewear!

Congratulations to Opticana Eyewear for their recognition in Where magazine's Reader Awards "Where to Shop".

The blurb:

The huge selection at Opticana draws a variety of eyesight-challenged visitors. They come to choose a pair of Canadian, European or custom-made frames from the hundreds available, backed by the promise they’ll get them for free if they fill their prescription (and buy the lenses) in-store.

Other notable mentions:

• Top three department stores: the Bay, Sears and Winners, are all located on Granville as well.
• Top Shopping Center: Pacific Centre (500-700 blocks of Granville)
• Best Jewellery: Birks (698 West Hastings, or 400 block of Granville)
• 3rd in Footwear: Ingledews (535 Granville)
• 2nd in Ladies wear: Holt Renfrew (633 Granville)

Read the WHERE to shop 2007 Reader's Choice Awards.

Hot tip: Opticana is still having the big sale I posted about here.

New to Granville: Tony Masala

There's a new indian restaurant in town and I'm in love with their delicious snow crab samosas. Open from 11:30 am - 3pm, then 5pm - late, Tony Masala's is the latest addition to the Granville Restaurant scene. They have a short and simple menu, but I recommend a tried and true favourite... Butter Chicken, a testiment to doing a small menu right. Chef Ramsey would be proud.

They are located at 1065 Granville St. Call 604-662-8669 to make a reservation.

Stocking Stuffer

Looking for a thoughtful stocking stuffer but don't want to go the route of name engraved toothbrushes and mugs? Camouflage is selling personalized dog tags for $24.99.

Visit the Website

One Day Sale at Holt Renfrew

Holt's is having a very special one day sale you won't want to miss. Spread the word coz this one is a goodie.

25% off* regular priced men's, women’s and kids' fall and winter fashion, accessories, shoes and gourmet items. Saturday, December 15, 2007, 9 AM - 9 PM.

* Excluding cosmetics, fragrances, Chanel, services and selected departments. No price adjustments on prior purchases. Certain restrictions apply. Please ask a Holt Renfrew Sales Associate for details.

Bedoin Soundclash to Play at Commodore tonight!

Bedouin Soundclash (famous by the song When the night feels my song) will be performing at the Commodore (868 Granville) at 9:15pm tonight with guests Saint Alva Cartel. Tickets are only $25 and can be purchased from Ticketmaster.

Watch a video

That little extra something...

If you're looking for that unique must have accessory to pull an outfit together, I recommend visiting USED Vintage.

There's some street parking on Granville in front if you're lucky and plenty offstreet parking if you're not.

Just a quick jaunt up the stairs offers cute vintage shrugs, and bangles galore. I picked up a sweet pair of oversized white sunglasses from their eyewear section for an even sweeter price.

Save the Taxes at Zennekai Salon

I love Zennkai's ethical pricing, and friendly staff but I'm most definitely loving these holiday sales. Check them out.

From December 9 - 15, they pay the GST on every purchase.

From December 16- 22, buy 2 holiday product packs (example, shampoo and conditioner) and get the 3rd one free!

Special KQC Flat Iron Demo event on December 14th, 2 pm - 7 pm. Learn the hottest flat iron techniques, tips and tricks.

Click here for your Zennkai passport to Holiday savings (with Jessica Simpson extension coupon)

Also visit their website to find out how to get this look right now.

50% off at Champs Sports

Noticed a 50% off footwear and apparel sale at Champs Sports on Granville. Check out the store for more details. Enjoy!

Monthly Specials at Underworld

The Underworld Skateshop has some appealing monthly specials.

• Buy 3 tees and get 20% off on all 3 tees.
• Buy 3 Underworld tees for $49.99.
• Buy 1 Polo, get the second one for 20% off.
• Buy one pair of shoes, get the second pair 15% off.
• * Specials on Shoes, and Mega Discount Rack (men and women).

They'll be more folks....

I'm going back out... I'm sure there's more deals to be had. Update later today...

- Ivy

Moore's Year End Clearance Sale

It's Moore's Year End Clearance Sale. Too many sales to mention but for starters outerwear is $49.99 and up, Casual pants are 2 for $50, and dress shirts start at $19.99.

If you, or a man in your life wears suits, dress shirts or slacks, it would be a good time to pick something up at a steal of a price.

Also found this great FAQ about Shaving and Saving your Skin on their website that might be of interest... Take a boo.

Buffalo Jeans on Granville Street - SALE!

Buffalo Jeans has found a home on 670 Granville street. Located in the Hudson, across the street from Pacific Centre, Buffalo's fresh new digs are busting with their new looks and, fortunately for us, sales.

Until December 24th...

• Save 40% off regular priced items.
• Save 50% off reduced items
• Save 30% off belts and accessories
• * Denim is excluded.

Lots of it on sale, and plenty of it begging to go home with me and make my season right.

Sweet Scarlet!

Following the glow of pink light into Scarlet (460 Granville Street), I found myself nestled inside a classy abode of indulgences and lingerie. There is no lingerie shopping experience quite like it in Vancouver.

Greeted by a gracious and soft spoken Atsuko, a japanese shopkeeper who's elegant touch has graced every facet of store, from merchandise selection to displays, I found myself browsing through their library with titles including The Bunny Book: How to walk, talk, tease and please like a Playboy Bunny. Who couldn't use a bit of help.

I observed as Atsuko helped take the mystery (and embarassment) out of bra buying, personally assisting a young lady with a fitting and selection. Not only did she have a great selection at fair prices the styles are a far cry from your Grandma's knickers.

The prices have been sharply dropped throughout the store to reflect the strong canadian dollar. Its nice to see local businesses enticing us to shop local. With a beautiful store like Scarlet, it's easy!

In addition to this, they were celebrating their 2nd anniversary with a Buy one get one 50% off sale. The sale ends at on Saturday so you'll want to take advantage of this sunny but chilly weekend to visit Scarlet.

Next Thursday December 13 from 6 pm to 8 pm, Scarlet will be hosting a Sip & Shop where shoppers, boyfriends, and BFFs are invited to relax with a glass of wine and try on the delicious holiday designs. Free gift wrapping as well.

Elegant Arrogant English

Love. love. love. the handsome selection of shirts at Dunn's. In particular the handsewn English Laundry and Mirto Dress shirts.

English Laundry woven shirts are based on selected English stripes, plaids and solid poplins from the 1960's and 1970's. The product is hand sewn and each shirt is individually laundered for fit and comfort. To be worn mainly with Denim, and never...under any circumstances with a tie. 100% Cotton

Dunn's Tailors also has a line of MIRTO (shirtmakers since 1956) egyptian cotton dress shirts with cool contemporary striping. The eye catching colors make it a good choice if you want to get noticed at a Christmas Party.

Also some 20% sales on shirts and outerwear worth checking out.

NEW: Mark New York Distressed leather jackets just in. Must see. Excellent quality for a fantastic price.

Designer Eyeware Sale

Save 40% off on designer frames at BRANDZ, a luxury department of the Opticana Eyewear Store (455 Granville) until Jan 13. Designers include Fendi, Versace, CK, Michael Kores, Salvatore Ferragano, Porshe Design and Tommy Hilfiger.

If this is too posh for you, there is a large selection of regular frames which come free with prescription throughout the rest of the store.

A little something for everyone.

Website: opticana.ca/

There's nothing like Christmas time at the Bay.

If you aren't already in the festive spirit, a stroll in The Bay's Christmas Street on the 5th floor will put you into the holiday mindset. They've got everything you need for holiday entertaining and the perfect ornaments to trim the tree to boot.

Many Vancouverites make it a point to check out The Bay's Legendary Holiday Window display on the corner of Georgia and Granville. This year there's something for the technophile. While admiring the christmas display, viewers are invited to take a digital postcard of themselves on the Georgia. Smile at the fire engine red mail box then email it to any address from the kiosk inside AT NO COST. A gift from the Bay to you! I urge you to go play ASAP (and maybe even a prize for those of you who decide to email their image to shopgranville@shopgranville.ca).

If you, like me, LOVE the new 2010 olympic mascots, Quatchi, Miga, and Sumi, you'll make a trip to the Bay Downtown this Saturday 8th to meet them! They will be meadering around the first floor from 12 noon - 2pm and then 3 pm - 5 pm. Download this wallpaper (and others) off their website at http://www.vancouver2010.com/mascot/en/wallpapers.php.

Nothing gets me happier than a sale. And not just any sale, the Bay downtown is having a Woman's Designer Sale until Thursday December 20th. Save 30%- 50% off on brands such as Anne Klein NY, BAIA, Ca Va De Soi, Ellen Tracey, Norma Kamali, Organic and Parameter.