One more 'kitchen helper' review update -- and product 'shout out':…read more Starfrit 'The Rock' 25 cm (10 in) Multi Pan Like the frypan previously reviewed, this pan was also purchased in late-May of this year, and has been used often since that date. The pan is an inexpensive unit, and very handy for preparing small-size, 'griddle-type' meals. It is sized perfectly for my single-person breakfast and brunch (and at times, dinner) preparations. And so far, that has included - fried eggs, pancakes, French toast, toasted cheese sandwiches, and the like. Solidly-constructed, the pan has a nice heavy base for its size, the tough 'Rock.Tec' coating on its cooking surface, and it heats evenly. For me, the multi pan has filled a vacant niche in the kitchen rather nicely. It has done what it can do very well, and I have thoroughly enjoyed using it.

This Walmart is located in the mall. It has all the essential items you would need for your home…read more The toy section is popular and not well stocked. There was not many staff working and there is a huge push for customers to use the self-service check out.

A plaza that is connected to Lougheed Mall. You can go through the parking lot from Lougheed mall…read more The strip mall consists mostly of restaurants, shops and grocers. On the second and third floor are the office buildings/ doctors. I feel like the busier area is on the first floor. There are no public washrooms in this plaza other than in the restaurants. If you do need to use the washrooms in the office floor (2 and 3), you will need a key. The building looks like it needs some love.

An update to include some photos taken via my early-morning walk today -- some street-level views…read moreof the various stores, shops, restaurants, and services located there. These properties extend along the length of the Plaza, from the 'Green Leaf Cafe' at the upper Cameron Street end (missed a photo this morning), to the 'Dollar Tree' store located at the farthest, lower/inside end of the Plaza.

Korea Plaza is a small, separate unit located within the lower level of the two-floor, rather large…read moreplaza of shops, restaurants, medical, and other premises located at 4501 North Road. Though small in physical size, entrance signage to Korea Plaza lists a total of 12 different, very personal-style shops and other venues inside. I first 'discovered' Koreal Plaza back in 2016. My lady friend and I found the plaza during a morning walk of the area, and dined at a restaurant there (Myoung Dong Kahl Gook Soo) in September of that year. Over recent years since then, I have dined at one other restaurant (Cheonsa Food) , and have returned several times for services at the pharmacy (Healing Pharmacy) located there. Reviews have been posted on Yelp for each. For me, Korea Plaza has offered a friendly, well-organized, very neat and clean venue of several personal shops and services. And when in the area, I continue to drop in, and enjoy browsing what's there, seeing the changes, and such. The smiles, and other courtesies extended to me while there, hace always provided nice bonuses to my visits.

A one-level plaza of several shops, restaurants, medical, financial, veterinary, beauty & hair…read moresalons, and other services -- located on the Coquitlam side of North Road, just west of Austin Avenue. It's close for us, and has provided several shops and services over the years: Independent Supermarket (ugh!! it was formerly Extra Foods, wish it still was!!), Return-It Depot (for to be recycled bottles, cans, and such), LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services (for those doctor requisitioned blood, and other tests), North Road Medical Clinic (when you need to see a doctor 'now', without an appointment), North Road Animal Hospital (when your pet is ailing), Royal Bank, Jimmy's Place (a small, good breakfast/lunch diner), Hee Rae Deung (restaurant, Korean-Chinese cuisine, and so good!), Great Clips (a 'casual' hair salon), and others. Miss several of the departed shops (especially the florist, natural foods store, and art store). Shopping and services in a local neighbourhood plaza -- what we like, and use as much as possible.

'Northgate Village' is a handy, and quite convenient shopping / banking location for us, located on…read moreNorth Road, adjacent the corner with Cameron Street. A short, but rather steep few blocks walk away. The two-floor complex consists of commercial retailers -- Tim Horton's. Save On Supermarket, BC Liquor Store, Shopper's Drug Mart, and a bank - TD / Canada Trust, at ground level -- and a 24-hour fitness centre, and medical / dental, and other services on the second floor level. Parking - free within the underground lot, metered on North Road out in front. Main attractions at the 'Village' for me, are the liquor store and bank. The supermarket, and drug store much less so, usually just at scattered times when they offer some really decent 'specials' and such that catch my eye. I have never used / checked out the facilities on the upper floor, but know from outside observations, the fitness centre is sure a popular place (and during our current Covid virus restrictions, can often have a rather long line up of waiting to get in customers on the outside, ground-level sidewalk below the facility). The offerings at 'Northgate Village' have been rather limited for us.

the city of lougheed is in the middle of a major transformation, and it really shows. what used to…read morebe a fairly standard mall is evolving into a master planned urban community spanning 16 city blocks, and while it's still a work in progress, there's already a noticeable shift toward a more modern, experience focused space. one of the biggest advantages is the location. being directly connected to lougheed town centre station makes it an incredibly convenient hub, especially with access to multiple skytrain lines. it's easy to drop in whether you're commuting or just passing through. despite ongoing redevelopment, the mall remains functional with a solid mix of essentials and newer additions. the walmart supercentre continues to be a major anchor and is often busy. the new inclusive place of pickleball (ipop), which took over the old safeway space, is a standout addition and brings something genuinely different with its nine full size courts. the temporary cameron branch of the burnaby public library is also a welcome feature, offering a bright and useful community space while the permanent location is being rebuilt. retail is a mix of familiar staples and smaller specialty spots. you'll still find places like london drugs, miniso, reitmans, and fairweather, along with services like banking and insurance. shops like great wall tea co, kin's market, and purdy's add some character to the lineup. that said, the transition is very visible. there are quite a few closed storefronts and empty sections, which can make parts of the mall feel quiet or unfinished. it's clear the space is in between phases as it moves toward its future open air galleria design. where the mall really stands out right now is in its communal spaces. the eateries food court is modern, spacious, and comfortable, with lots of seating spread throughout. colourful murals brighten the area, and the indoor jungle playground is a highlight, especially for families. it adds energy to the space and makes it more than just a place to eat. food options are varied and convenient, with choices like opa, shiok express, spaghetti love bakehouse, steve's poke bar, sushi w, and bubble waffle. it's a good mix for both quick bites and casual meals, especially for people on the go. overall, the city of lougheed feels like a place in transition, but in a positive way. it's not fully there yet, and the empty spaces are noticeable, but the combination of transit access, community amenities, and new recreational features points to a much more vibrant future. even now, it works well as a practical stop and a growing social hub.

It seemed to get busier month after month here since Covid-19 ended. Plenty of new shops and cafes…read morepopped up and coming. The food court had a great choice of Chinese, Persian, Indian, Japanese, fast food etc. The ramen noodle soup - Chashu Tonkotsu ($15.45 inc.) at the "Nikko Teriyaki" i had here was just excellent. There was a public library with free access to computer resources and career services too. Generally it's a shopping centre in upgrades. A Tim Horton's coffee shop was just at the entrance through to the Lougheed Sky Train station. Many banks services available at the other end of the mall.

'North Road Plaza' is a small strip mall of shops, restaurants, and services, located at the corner…read moreof Lougheed Highway & North Road (Burnaby side). The Plaza has been a popular shopping and dining spot for us over a good many years. The actual tenants locating there come & go though, but over the years, vacancies have always been rather quickly refilled, and the Plaza always seems to remain "active & alive" with a varied selection of offerings. For the past few years, for us, it has become a more important location for dining, than much shopping -- at various Chinese and Korean restaurants, which have come and gone over time -- 'Mr Ho Wonton', 'Friend's BBQ', and 'Hanok Korean' have left, but 'Yan's Garden', and 'Jong Ga Korean' remain -- and recently, a couple of new-to-the-Plaza additions, and not tried by us as yet -- 'Yan's Cafe' (a noodle house, located where 'Hanok Korean' used to be), and 'Ajuker Fried Chicken' (located where 'Friend's BBQ' used to be). Spa's - the more upscale 'Juillet Beauty Centre' is a relatively new comer, and one I have never tried (but did pop in for a peak and some info one morning). I used to enjoy great massages at a small beauty salon (I believe it was called 'Blondie's'). There's also 'Lucky Feet Massage & Reflexology' there now, but it's also one I have not tried as yet. My shopping within the Plaza was the most active when I first moved into this neighbourhood. Shops like 'Vandersteen's TV & Stereo', and 'Salvation Army Thrift Store' were located there at that time, and were popular browsing/shopping spots. For me, especially 'Vandersteen's', which became a favoured spot for browsing latest offerings in audio, video, and other home electronics gear - and where I purchased 'most everything I 'needed/wanted' for several years. Looking to try 'Ajuker Fried Chicken' - hoping to get back to 'Jong Ga' - and know we'll get back to 'Yan's Garden'.

It's been a long while since I provided a review of our shopping experiences here, thought it about…read moretime for an update. And heh, when a store gets better and better over time - with product offerings, and customer service - it's a pleasure acknowledging this with an updated review. Like I said previously - "everything, and more" - and now, even more!! The staff are so innovative in utilizing the space they have, and more and more products have become available over the years. They still carry a wide-range of odds & ends items - we seek from time to time - but as well, and appreciated, so many other useful household and related items, and even some staples, that are required on a more frequent basis (including food and drink products). And it's still my lady's favourite place for puzzle and word books, some craft supplies, and related). The customer service - I (we) have never experienced the high level of help and assistance delivered here at any other similar store. For me - it works with helpful 'finding something' assistance as required. For my lady though, much more - helpful finding of items, assistance with carrying to check-out, packing, and such - and all so appreciated!! This is a 'Dollar Store', not a Supermarket, or such!! I said we were happy to have such a place in our neighbourhood. I can now emphasize that a touch, and bump up their overall rating -- with 'yes', we are fans!! Thanks guys - you do, what you do so well, and it's appreciated!

Pretty nice little dollar store with a good variety of household goods and crafts…read more I was able to find a 15 year old NOS Motorola Razr V3 case that I just had to buy! The cashier was pretty friendly too

I was across the street from 'North Road Square' this morning, and decided to walk over for a…read morelook-see at 'who' and 'what' was currently located there. It was early-morning (7:30 am), and I knew nothing would actually be open, but I did a walkabout -- of the two, street levels of offerings there -- and captured some sights of the storefronts of shops/stores/services currently available. A few familiar sights, but many new-to-me changes / additions. Overall, I found the 'Square' offered a rather interesting, and a quite eclectic mix of foods and services.

A pretty and well-stocked women's fashion shop located in the Lougheed Town Centre…read more It's bright and colourful, and filled with some very lovely designs and fashions for those "cruising" and partying needs, for dining 'out', or just plain feeling lovely tonight when dining 'in'. It's a favourite of mine when shopping and trying to find that "special something" for my lady and daughter for Christmas, a birthday, or other occasions calling for that pretty "I love you" gift. I let them browse, and leave suggestions with me, and the fella that works there on weekends, and then go back on my own and check them out, along with some much-appreciated help. The fella that works on Saturdays is so supportive and accommodating, and is my guy to go for help there!! Cruze-ing is a great little shop, and a real 'stand-out' amongst the many other offerings.