Pint, Park, and Poutine

The day begins with a jaunt down to the local shops. Coffee and a perouse through the giant local drug store. Thirsty work.

We spotted an Irish Pub on our first day and went all in for brunch. Striking up conversation with a local, Tanner, gave us some tips on how to spend the day. Dude was a few barley sandwiches ahead of us. 

Off to Canada Place, the waterfront area of downtown Vancouver, where we took a stroll alongside the seaplane and boat docks towards the big nature park in the city.

We arrive at Stanley Park and the Vancouver Aquarium. So many cool things here.

Beyond the fish are some reptiles and aquatic animals. We were lucky to be there for the sea otter feeding frenzy. 

Heeding earlier advice, we head to Fritz' European Fry House for some famous (awarded) poutine. Chips amongst proper cheese curds and gravy. Couldn't help myself, and added some spice on top. 

We hit up a few bars, and called it a night. The Morrissey is famous for being emo, courtesy of The Smiths.

Or so we thought. We stumbled upon a bloody mushroom dispensary. 

Psychidelic mushroom drinks, wow! Didn't realise that was legal here. We smell weed occasionally, and everyone is really chill about this kind of thing. 

Big day planned tomorrow. Roll on Saturday.