In honour of the start of Spring, Vince Camuto recently asked a few bloggers to wear our new Two by Vince Camuto Utility silk shirts while highlighting a favourite local spot. Because I definitely spend a little bit too much time and money on trying things (particularly food) around the city, it certainly took some time to settle on what to feature. After much deliberation, I decided to share Faubourg with you guys: with amazing pastries and high tea, great coffee and the fact that it’s located in one of my favourite neighbourhoods, it’s definitely one of my most-loved places to spend an afternoon.

 Wearing: Two by Vince Camuto Utility Shirt (softest blouse ever, and so well-priced!), Vince Camuto shoes (c/o), Halson Heritage sweater, YesStyle vest, Club Monaco shorts (c/o), MICHAEL Michael Kors bag, YSL ring (loving this neutral colour)
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Now for a fun little giveaway: I’d love to “Discover” what your favourite local hotspot is in your hometown! Let me know in the comments below (along with an email address for me to contact you at) for a chance to win this lovely Vince Camuto python/studded wallet! Ends EOD Friday Mar 1, Open worldwide.
Photos by Roderick Fung & Paul Milaire

87 comments on “Discover Spring {+ Giveaway!}

  1. Love the outfit. The blue color is so pretty! The macaroons and tart look so delicious!

    xoxo,
    Suzie Q
    http://www.StyleCueBySuzieQ.com

  2. Ah, I love/miss Faubourg! Their high tea is quite good and much better than the place I went to here in Manchester… Disappointing, considering I’m in England!

    Love the cobalt blue with black as it makes for such a sophisticated and luxe palette, especially with the textures you’ve put together.

    http://www.amuseume.wordpress.com

  3. So I’m from the great city of Indianapolis. (light sarcasm)
    I have two little known places, “Taste” which looks really similar to your “Faubourg”! Same kind of place.
    Then there is also a really low key, whole in the wall place named “Unleavened Bread Cafe” which has such a precious story. A older christian woman sold everything she had to open this place that basically only sells tea, coffee, and pastries. She hires battered women coming out of hostile homes or who have criminal backgrounds. Most of her customers are people meeting for bible study and stuff like that.
    If you are ever in Indy, let me know!
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  4. I’m from Baltimore, MD and there is a great coffee/pastry place called Artifact Coffee in Hampden. I love the atmosphere, food, and everything about the place. There’s also a brunch place next door, Woodberry Kitchen, which I believe are sister restaurants and the food there is equally amazing!

    :)

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  5. that blueberry tarte looks so delicious! i’m glad spring is finally showing up near you too. my favourite place in columbus, ohio is a little french pastry shop with the best macarons!

    i would love to add that beauty to a more minimalistic spring wardrobe [email protected]

  6. I live in Norfolk, Virginia, a still-growing mini-city of sorts with SO many little hidden gems. I feel like I’m lucky to be a part of something new and exciting living in a city with so much undiscovered charm. We have this little bakery called Chocollage tucked away in a corner downtown, with comfortable seating for maybe 8 people MAX, but they serve the prettiest, sweetest little pastries and coffees. My husband and I have made a commitment to eat/buy local and support the growing community! always_lge at yahoo dot com.

  7. I love the cobalt blue on you! PS I have a Giveaway happening, I hope you’ll stop by to enter. Knock Your Socks Off Giveaway

  8. The blue looks awesome on you! I love it! and I loved this pizzeria where I went to school in Kingston Ontario called Woodenheads! It was so delicious and I loved the decor and atmosphere in general! It was also great to support local businesses!
    my email: [email protected]

    xo

  9. I’ve been meaning to try Faubourg for the longest time! Yum. As for my favourite local spot, I agree with you… it’s so hard to choose since there are so many awesome places here in Vancouver! I’m gonna go with Paul’s Place Omelettery though because it is my absolute favourite place for brunch. xo.alison[at]gmail.com

    xo, alison*elle

  10. That blouse is available in such pretty colors! I love the blue on you, and I also loved how you styled it.
    Finding a favourite place for coffee/snacks is a little bit limiting since I have to eat gluten-free and there aren’t many coffee shops that cater to that. There is a really cute place called Fusion that, among gluten free pastries, also make sweet or savoury crepes. Yummy!

  11. Thanks for hosting such an awesome giveaway! One place I love to visit in Toronto is Cora’s, which is a restaurant specifically or breakfast/brunch! It’s decorated with brightly coloured giant photos of different breakfast items and each location always has large windows to light up the place.

    Email: [email protected]

    http://www.xjole.com

  12. I have to say, one of my favourite days is going to 49th Parallel on Main St., getting a latte and lucky donut and browsing around the little stores on Main. It’s a perfect Sunday activity.

    Jessica
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  13. My fave spot to visit almost every weekend is Cosy’s Snack Bar in Halifax, NS. It is a little hole in the wall with amazing food and even more amazing staff! I’m there so often they know me by name!

    Awesome giveaway and I must say that I love your style. It is so classic and fashionable!

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  14. I’d definitely love to visit this place if I’m ever in Van. Of course, I’d love to visit it with you!! :)))

    My favorite hotspot would hands down be Star Noodle. Sure, it’s the sister restaurant to the company I work for, but my opinion about the place is truly unbiased. First off, I love the location of Star Noodle. It’s industrial setting is uncommon and surely off the beaten path. It’s unexpected location also includes amazing sunset views and neighboring islands. The hip decor of the restaurant makes you forget that you’re in our little quaint Lahaina town.

    But let’s talk about the food. AMAZE! A noodle house that makes their own noodles. YES, PLEASE! I love the garlic noodles (you can get them plain or add a medley of mushrooms and bacon! YUM). Other noodle dishes that are delish are padthai, fried soup, and house ramen. YUMMERS. And don’t forget to try the steam pork buns, brussel sprouts, ahi avo, pohole salad, and “filipino bacon & eggs”, just to name a few. :)

    If you ever visit Maui, dining here is a must! The wait (which is normally 30 – 45minutes) is totally worth it. And not to mention, you may run into executive chef (and top 3 of this season’s Top Chef), Sheldon Simeon! Star Sighting. Woo hoo!

    Thanks for hosting a great giveaway, Jen. Crossing fingers and toes.

    xx Love & Aloha
    http://elisharon.blogspot.com
    [email protected]

  15. My go-to weekend spot for a latte & treat followed by a walk on the beach is Viva Fine Foods & Bakery on Yew St. in Kitsilano. Best. scones. ever. They even have a healthy scone packed with nuts, seeds and dried berries that is so so delish.

    Love & want that wallet. @_CarolynSmith [email protected] ;)

  16. My favorite local spot (at the moment) is a little French Bakery on the lake called St. Honore. They have delicious desserts and quiche and croissants!

  17. Hmmm – I guess I am bad at finding local hotspots around me, but there’s a place called Scubber’s that does the BEST wings I have ever had in my life, and those are definitely HOT! :-)
    blue65829 at aol dot com

  18. Vince Camuto is one of my favorite brands and this is such a cute post/giveaway w/ gorgeous pics! My favorite place is any coffee shop really where I can write… but on campus, my favorite is definitely Coupa Cafe… the best chai in the world + yummy baked goods and outside, too!

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  19. Love your cobalt shirt! The whole outfit is awesome =]

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  20. My favorite local hotspot is Harmony Cafe. Not only do they serve a wide variety of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options they also open up their venue to many local groups. On a typical night you may find a local artist preforming, a support group, or a book reading.

    Katie R.
    dancehottie1621(at)aol(dot)com

  21. Love your look here Jen! My local hotspot is Pete’s Frootique. It’s a grocery store/produce market/lunch spot/smoothie bar that has the most amazing selection. The raspberry power lemonade is soooo fantastic. Fingers crossed for the wallet!

    http://www.glitterarygirl.blogspot.com

  22. Hmmm there are lots of places in Ottawa I would still like to try but one of my favorite places is Thyme & Again. The food there is delicious (they change their menu weekly) and it’s located near some wonderful boutiques. This makes it the perfect place for a coffee & shopping date with a girlfriend :)

  23. I love Vancouver’s Gas Town. It is so rich with culture, cool people and has an awesome vibe. I also love strolling along the cobblestone streets and stumbling upon great cafes or little restaurants that become my favourites. :) Love the post, Jen! xo

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  24. I love your looks!

    My name is Sarah and I’m from Edmonton, Alberta. A favorite hot spot of mine would be Duchess Bake Shop(http://duchessbakeshop.com) in Edmonton’s celebrated 124th Street, known for its one of a kind boutiques and delicious local eateries. I can’t help but cave into my cravings every time I’m strolling or shopping in this area. It’s a great place for a date night, day out with friends, or a spontaneous walk in by yourself! There’s always an alluring aroma that draws you into their ornate ambiance as you are greeting by appealing treats and welcoming service.

    My email is kachedo220(at)hotmail.com

    P.S Faubourg will be on my list of to dos next time I’m in Vancouver!

  25. I love this post! Thanks for sharing your fave hangout place. My favourite places to go in Vancouver are Salt Tasting Lounge and the Lobby Lounge at the Fairmont Pacific Rim. Such great places with amazing high energy atmospheres.
    Thanks so much,
    Kerrie
    [email protected]

  26. So love that outfit and frankly jealous! =)

    We are blanketed by snow in Ottawa! My have hang-out here, aside from the shopping malls, is a Japanese/Asian Fusion rest called KINKI!

    xox,

    ML aka @20YS

  27. I’m really inspired to do a post on this now… my favorite spot to eat is in East Oahu on the east shore in a town called Waimanalo. It’s an outdoor type eatery (many are here in Hawaii) with a walk up counter and informal serving – You wait for your name to be called and you pick up your food on a tray from a window of a trailer (where the kitchen is), which is connected to the cafe. The food is 90% locally sourced from Island farms and Island-grown meats and dairy, most of it is organic and has a wealth of vegetarian and vegan options (which is good for me and Nate) amongst the delicious meat. Featured on The Food Network for their Hawaiian inspired dishes, the place is popular with locals, but is gaining momentum with tourists alike. And, conveniently located right along the main highway, it’s a great stop for a delicious gourmet smoothie and local style dessert as a snack on your way back into Honolulu after an afternoon spent frolicking on the amazing white sandy beaches of the East Shore! We have been guilty of stopping here on the way out to the beach, and then again for dinner on the way home. It’s definitely one of my favorite places to eat on the entire island!

    Love + aloha,
    Mae Xx // thereafterish.com

  28. My favorite local hot-spot is Old Town where there are tons of restaurants and shops. Thank you for the lovely giveaway!
    Erin E
    fairyfractal at gmail dot com

  29. My hot spot was Starbucks beside Winners. It was two of my favourite place right beside each other. Until the renovations and I lost my Starbucks… Oh well. I heard they are building another one not too far from the previous location.

    happychinadoll[at]yahoo.com

  30. Wow, thanks for this generous giveaway! I’m from a small town in Minnesota, and we don’t really have much here. An olive garden JUST opened up about a year ago and the town went ballistic. Yeah, that’s how sad it is :( Although, we do have some cute local coffee shops that I like to go to once in awhile…actually, come to think of it, I think those are also franchises too. *sigh* do I still qualify for this giveaway? :)

    Christy
    Sunnywithasideof…

  31. I love your outfit and I just adore any cafe with great tea/coffee
    and sweets such as macarons. I just moved to San Francisco and
    I recently discovered a cute french inspired cafe called La Boulange.
    The best thing about this place is the huge size bowl they serve
    their coffees in and the amazing pastries. Thanks for the chance.

    xoxo
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  32. In Hilo Town on the Big Island of Hawaii, the local hotspot on Wednesday and Saturday mornings would have to be the Downtown Farmers Market. Underneath huge blue tarp canopies you are enlightened by the sights and smells of Hawaii – local vendors selling fresh flowers (anthuriums, orchids, birds of paradise), produce (my favorite fruits like papayas, apple bananas, and mangos), goods (fresh berry jams, honey, coffee), and artisan jewelry and pottery. You need to dress light, wear good walking shoes, and always carry cash at hand to barter with the vendors. Hilo is a small town so you may recognize a familiar face and it is nice to “talk story” while you are there to shop. I always come home with a pretty flower arrangement and a full tummy of healthy goodness. =) Hope you come visit one day!

    Xo,
    Lauren
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  33. The blouse looks so luxurious and it’s such a wonderful bright shade of cobalt! Since we both live in the same hometown I’m sure you’re familiar with my favourite local hotspot, which is Provence Marinaside. I love to brunch there, especially during the summer. It’s so scenic on the waterfront and the food is always delicious. I must try out Faubourg, I’ve never been!

    Marisa
    stylerhapsody(@)gmail.com

  34. hi my small town of Uzhgorod is all about coffee! So my fav place is a coffee shop named Medelin where i have my norning / afternoon and sometimes evening coffee!
    Thanks, Radmila, [email protected] (from Ukraine)

  35. I am from Spokane Wa. we are known for the The Loof Carousel, the oldest in the country. It was installed in 1909. children as well of adults love it!

    hbbs55 at gmail dot com

  36. I live in Northeastern Vermont. The closest city is about 1.5 hours away. My hang out is a place called Parker Pie- a 20 minute drive on muddy dirt roads leads you to some of the best pizza and beer in Vermont. The fashion rules are pretty country; picture carharrts, muckboots (with actual muck on them), and faded baseball caps. A python wallet would be a perfect addition.

  37. The Starving Artist is one of my favourite hang out spots in my neighbourhood in the west end of Toronto. It has amazing brunch (all centred around waffles!) and has a fun, down to earth vibe. Thanks for the chance to win!

  38. This was a tough call! But I think I’m going with a tie between Burgoo and Finch’s Teahouse. Love Burgoo for the cozy-rainy-day decor, but love Finch’s for the home-made and organic everything. Love your style and blog! You’re a great inspiration for those days when I have ‘nothing to wear.’
    xoxo,
    M
    adamianm[at]gmail.com

  39. Thanks for the fun giveaway! I live in Louisville, KY, and there’s a posh little place called Please & Thank You. They have the best Blackberry Czech Bars…and coffee! And, they have vegan muffins (my favorite).

    lifesdeepcolors at hotmail.com

  40. There’s a little vintage shop in my town and I’ve made good friends with the owner. I’m super petite so she always puts aside any clothes she gets in that are higher end or something special for me. once a week I go in and check out the stash. She’s the best – i’ve gotten some real gems from her. the store in general is very vintage chic – reminds me of the 40s. it’s inspiration central for me. MrsBouchToBe[at]gmail.com

  41. My favourite Ottawa place by far is The Manx, a small, velvety basement pub a few blocks down the street from my apartment. They display the work of local artists, host literary events, and have an absolutely amazing menu.

    In short, if you’re ever in Ottawa, we’re going.

    Kudos on the blog, by the way! I am consistently inspired by your style and progress. [[email protected]]

  42. That color is just gorgeous on you! One of my fave spots in Tampa is The Refinery. Organic, locally sources food…So good!

  43. I’ve been hearing really good things about Faubourg, I really have to go try out it sometime!

    Off the top of my head, one spot in Vancouver that I really like is L&G Bubble Tea on Fraser near John Oliver Secondary. It’s nothing fancy but the couple that owns the place is so nice and I really like bubble tea… it’s a great place to have a good time with good company! I go there at least once a week and it has a special place in my heart <3

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  44. No real hotspot here, but if we drive about an hour we can hit up Rodeo Drive and really look at amazing stores!
    How chic you look!
    spcale at yahoo dot com

  45. i love to go to the local coop natural food store to eat, it’s called new leaf market and it’s got amazing food!

    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

  46. I like an area called Virginia-Highlands in Atl. Cute shops, great restaurants and bars.

    scarter305 at aol dot com

  47. Adorable bakery! Hope I can check it out next time I’m in your neck of the woods! :)
    Around Lansing, Michigan there’s an old industrial area they’ve turned into an artsy burrough. They have fabulous bakeries, summer jazz festivals, and chic boutiques. It’s quite the find in our normally-boring city. :)

    DJ Layne
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    http://gotlovetopaythebills.blogspot.com

  48. I’ll have to try Faubourg the next time I am in Vancouver! One of my favourite spots is Credo on Edmonton’s trendy 104 street. Love your blog!

  49. we have a cozy resturant in a wooded area on the lake called captains cabin..great place to eat and take in a view
    willdebbie97 at yahoo dot com

  50. Sadly, we don’t have many spots to hang out around here. Everyone loves a little local doughnut shop called Mr. Ronnie’s though. It’s more like a doughnut shop/diner type place.

    gantzgirl87(AT)gmail(DOT)com

  51. Love the blouse.

    My favorite spot is this cozy little restaurant called Tavola in Vancouver, BC Canada. It’s such a hidden gem. The restaurant has a casual, laid back atmosphere and is unpretentious for the quality of food.

  52. Nice post! I live close to Kerrisdale and just started blogging not long ago. I’m so glad to have stumbled upon some Vancouver fashion bloggers! :)

    http://www.joyyiu.blogspot.ca

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