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Ashley Yost Sukkau 2/19/26 Ashley Yost Sukkau 2/19/26

Our Perfect Vancouver Day: Mount Pleasant Edition

When Josh and I talk about a “perfect day,” it’s never about packing in as much as possible. It’s about moving at the right pace, choosing places we love, and spending time together as a family in a neighbourhood that feels like home. It’s nothing extravagant—just good food, familiar places, and time together. For us, that’s a perfect Vancouver day.

We usually start with coffee and pastries from Purebread. It’s familiar, comforting, and always a good idea. From there, we head to the Vancouver Seawall for a walk. The water, the fresh air, and the space to slow down instantly set the tone for the day.

Late morning is for wandering. We love popping into furniture shops and vintage stores, even when we’re not buying. It’s where ideas sneak in. Somewhere along the way, we’ll duck into Neptune Records or Red Cat Records. Flipping through records feels nostalgic and grounding, and it’s one of those small moments that stay with you.

Lunch is almost always at Burgoo. Cozy, unfussy, and exactly what we want in the middle of the day. Afterward, if timing works, I’ll sneak off for a quick reset at Formula Fig. The 30-minute facial makes it effortless and easy to fit into a full day.

Before heading home, we grab a few essentials at Welk’s General Store, then stop by Mercato di Luigi for pizza dough and a few Italian staples. These stops are small but important. They set the evening up nicely.

We always finish with a stop at Yum Sweet Shop, so the kids are covered for movie night. And if the stars align and we’re kid-free for the evening, Josh and I will finish the day with a cocktail at The Watson.