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4 | 4 bcliving.ca 52 THE DEMARVELOUS DEMERITS Vancouver's very own version of Posh and Becks (y'know, if Posh was famous for ski cross instead of scowls) chat about love, marriage and the Winter Olympics. 54 RELIVE THE 2010 OLYMPICS It's been four years since Vancouver hosted the Winter Games, so bring back the magic with these local Olympic activities. 56 POWDER HIGH B.C.'s ski hills are praised around the world, but even locals might be missing out on some of the province's most magnifi cent mountains. 60 WRAP YOURSELF IN WARMTH The mid-winter months are the perfect time to pamper yourself, and what better way to spend the day than at a luxurious spa? 63 WEEKEND GETAWAYS Catch a quick fl ight for a few days of sun-fi lled eating, shopping and adventure. 66 FLASHBACK A moment-in-time refl ection of downtown Vancouver after Team Canada's 3-2 overtime win in the 2010 Winter Olympics gold medal game. Contents FEBRUARY 2014 ON BCLIVING.CA 7 ... EDITOR'S LETTER 11 ... FEEDBACK 12 food drink 15 A Love A-Fare You'll be tempted to lick the pages when you see the sexy dishes prepared by four of the city's hottest chefs. 18 Get a Room Set the mood by taking that special someone to one of Vancouver's most romantic restaurants. entertainment 21 Jill Barber's Guide To Romance The dreamy Vancouver singer knows a thing or two about love. Here she shares her favourite romantic songs, movies, places and more. 24 Ask a Vancouverite Local celebs Mary Zilba, Cory Ashworth and Dawn Chubai divulge some of the highs and oh-so-lows of their dating history. 27 BCLiving it Up To celebrate the launch of our inaugural print issue, we threw a party for a few friends. style shopping 29 Get Your Heart On Not sure what to get your sweetie for V-Day? We've got saucy and safe gifts for both new couples and committed soulmates. 33 Right as Rain Stay dry and look good doing it with locally designed rain gear. health tness 34 Take it Outside Fitness superstar Tommy Europe whips your butt into shape using Vancouver as your own personal gym. 39 Sinfully Good for You Being a little bad can make you feel so, so good. Dr. Rhonda Low shares the health benefi ts of sex, wine and chocolate. 40 Say No to Hibernation Whether it's catching a few winks at a moment's notice or hitting the gym when she really doesn't want to, Global BC's Sophie Lui knows how to stay energized during winter. home 43 Home Trends Catch up on all the latest home design and decor news, including Yaletown design destination The Cross's amazing expansion, graphic rugs and Pantone's colour of the year (hint: Prince would approve). 46 Built With Love What happens when an architect and his design- savvy girlfriend decide to reno a place together? One engaging story. look good doing make you feel so, so good. Dr. Rhonda Low shares the health benefi ts 40 Say No to Hibernation One engaging story. THE EMBRACE WINTER ISSUE 21 PHOTO CANDACE MEYER p04-05_Contents.indd 4 14-01-23 10:16 AM