West End's hidden treasures

It is time to share some of the hidden treasures in the West End.

If you are weary of the sameness of JJ Bean, Blenz and Starbucks... 

there are small, independent cafes that serve delicious coffees and teas.

The Greenhorn Espresso Bar on Nicola Street

Cardero Bottega on Cardero

We have also discovered Delany's on Denman with the very best muffins

and scones to be found anywhere in the city.

This morning we met a woman from Denver Colorado. She told me about the website that she uses for house sitting gigs...homecarers.com. We are seriously considering this option for next year.