f the name of the place isn’t a tip-off, then the bright Parisian art and décor is: European charm is on tap at the cut-as-a-button Oh La La Bistro (1850 Marine Drive). Nothing's more hedonistic than ignoring all of those deep-rooted work-related inclinations and spending a sunny afternoon, not sitting behind the desk doing those damned reports, but sipping a fat latte in a sleepy cafe. And this West Vancouver spot offers it up grandly with moderately priced breakfast, brunch and lunch fare.

Just over the Lion’s Gate Bridge, the café, owned by Nevine Azab, serves light lunches throughout the day. If crepes, salads and sweets are your poison, Oh La La has you more than covered.