The Vancouver Farmers Market is currently celebrating its 30th year in 2019, and this summer there are more markets to shop at than ever before! Check out the list below and mark your calendar for upcoming markets across Vancouver!
1. DOWNTOWN WEEKEND MARKET
The original farmers market taking place in Downtown, Vancouver is the second largest in Washington State and features over 250 vendors! Open every weekend March-October, rain or shine! 605 Esther St, Vancouver, WA 98660
One of the easiest ways to liven up an apartment is by adding a few house plants to each space. Not only do plants help purify the air by removing toxins, but they double as decoration and will instantly transform the look of your space!
Some apartments can feel small and may not have the best natural lighting, so today we are sharing 4 low maintenance house plants that are ideal for apartment dwellers!
ALOE VERA
One of the easiest plants to maintain is the Aloe Vera plant.
Popular for its medicinal gel that alleviates burns and scrapes, this plant is great to keep on hand in the kitchen.
No need to worry about this plant when you leave on vacation- Aloe Vera holds water in its leaves, meaning they can go quite a long time without water!
ENGLISH IVY:
This popular climbing plant enjoys indirect sunlight and minimal watering- although it does thrive in humid temperatures, so misting this plant is a great way to keep it lush, especially during dry months!
English Ivy looks beautiful as a hanging plant or cascading down a bookshelf. Plus their clippings make great gifts and centerpieces!
SNAKE PLANT:
Snake Plants are consistently praised for being fast growing and easy to care for house plants. one of the reasons they’re perfect for apartments is that they thrive in just about any lighting, and don’t need much TLC!
Their sharp and pointy leaves make a great statement piece in your living room or bedroom!
JADE PLANT
Most known for bringing good luck and fortune, why wouldn’t you want to own a Jade Plant?
This popular and unique looking succulent doesn’t need much attention, but thrives best in the sunlight- Making it the perfect window sill plant!
We hope this helps inspire you to add some house plants to your apartment this spring!
What To Pack In Your 24 Hour Moving Essentials Bag
What To Pack In Your 24 Hour Moving Essentials Bag:
In our last post we shared our 6 week moving checklist- which included packing your moving essentials bag.
You may think this is a step you can skip over, but trust us when we say unpacking and searching for your things will be the LAST thing you will want to do after a long day of moving.
So take the time to pack a duffle bag or box that will be easily accessible the day of your move.
We provided our checklist as a guide to help you get started:
Congrats, you’re now fully prepared for all of the chaos of moving day!
Are your date night’s looking dull? There’s plenty of great spots all over Vancouver that are perfect for making new memories and traditions with your loved one!
We’ve compiled what we believe to be the best date nights that are unique to The ‘Couve:
RALLY PIZZA:
8070 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98664
Photo via @RallyPizza on instagram
If there’s one food everyone can agree on, it’s pizza.
Rally Pizza is a fun, casual joint specializing in Neapolitan pizza and made to order frozen custard! The husband and wife team are constantly coming up with new specials and hosting community events, so no visit to Rally’s is the same.
Date Night tip: Mondays at Rally’s are ALL DAY happy hour, and they have a $10 happy hour pizza every day!
KIGGINS THEATRE:
1011 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660
Photo via The Columbian
Switch up your classic movie date by catching a flick at the historic Kiggins Theatre! From Oscar nominated short films, to monthly showings of cult classics like Rocky Horror Picture Show. No matter your taste in cinema, there’s something for you at the Kiggins!
Date night tip: Pair your movie date with Niche Wine Bar, located next door to the Kiggins and offering over 30 different wines by the glass!
BREWCOUVER TOUR:
Various Locations
Photo via www.VisitVancouverUSA.com
Turn one date night into a tradition with the Brewcouver Passport tour!
Over the past few years Vancouver’s beer scene has exploded, so much so that our city has turned visiting them into a game! Simply grab a passport from any Vancouver Brewery (Or download the free app), and start sipping your way through Vancouver.
Photo via www.Brewcouver.com
Date night tip: Visit all 14 locations and you’ll be rewarded with #Brewcouver swag!
ILANI CASINO RESORT
1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield, WA 98642
Photo Via Vancouver Buisness Journal
One of the newest additions to the Vancouver area is the Ilani Casino Resort. A 15 minute drive from Downtown Vancouver and you’ll be immersed into the ultimate gaming, dining, and entertainment experience.
Photo via www.ilaniresort.com
Date night tip: Not a fan of gambling? Take your date to a show! The MUZE lounge offers free concerts every weekend, and the new 22,00 sf Cowlitz Ballroom will be headlining big names all summer- including Pitbull (7/15) and Amy Schumer (8/9).
Where will your next date night be? Do you have a go-to date night spot? Let us know!
With Spring in the air in Vancouver and the downtown scene spreading like wildfire- finding a swoon-worthy brunch in the ‘Couve has never been easier!
We rounded up the Top 5 Brunch Spots in Vancouver that you NEED to try this Spring:
1. Hudson’s Bar + Grill
7805 NE Greenwood Dr, Vancouver, WA 98662
Photos via www.hudsonsbarandgrill.com
Voted the best brunch in Vancouver in 2015, it’s only right that we start off with Hudson’s Bar + Grill. (located in the locally famous Heathman Lodge). Upon walking in you are greeted with a warm cabin atmosphere and the scent of their locally sourced rustic menu. Crowd brunch favorites include the Crispy Bread Pudding French, Crab Risotto, and the classic eggs Benedict!
Photos via www.hudsonsbarandgrill.com
2. Warehouse 23
100 Columbia St #102, Vancouver, WA 98660
Photo by Amanda Cowan / The Columbian
Do you like your Brunch with a view? Look no further than Warehouse 23! Tucked inside the old Red Lion hotel on the edge of the Columbia River, this the perfect spot to celebrate birthdays or any special occasion. Their Knife and Fork Clam Chowder is a must try, along with their WareHouse Smoked Tri-Tip Hash (Don’t forget the side of Hollandaise)!
3. Little Conejo
114 W 6th St, Vancouver, WA 98660
Photo via www.littleconejo.com
It doesn’t get much better than authentic Mexican tacos… unless you serve them at brunch.
Little Conejo is a gem in Downtown Vancouver that has won over the hearts of locals over the past year! Their special brunch menu is only available on Sundays from 10-4, making it a popular place to stop in after visiting the Vancouver’s Farmers Market. Brunch-goers are Huge fans of their Chilaquiles and made to order Churros!
Photo by Connie C.
Photo by Connie C.
4. Luxe
700 Washington St #103, Vancouver, WA 98660
Photo by @eatatluxe
Photo by @eatatluxe
If you want a classic brunch with some modern flair, then LUXE is the spot for you! Since opening in 2014, LUXE has been a Couve brunch favorite! Choose From hefty options like pulled pork French fries, and a chicken + waffle sandwich, or opt for something on the lighter side like their COBB Salad, or Pesto Primo flatbread!
5. Syrup trap Waffles
1104 Main St suite 111, Vancouver, WA 98660
Photo via The Columbian
Photo via Syrup Trap Waffles
The newest addition to Vancouver’s Brunch scene is Syrup Trap Waffles, located in the heart of downtown on Main St.
Syrup Trap specializes in Liege Waffles (yeast-based dough- rather than baking soda). Their menu may be small, but the flavors sure are big. You can satisfy your sweet tooth with a Mojo Jojo (peanut butter, banana, chocolate), or go bold and order the Couve Club! (Honey maple turkey, Havarti, bacon, and raspberry preserves).
