At Araxi, also in Whistler Village, the dining room decorated with fresh flowers and original paintings sets a romantic background for a dinner of freshly caught Pacific seafood like halibut or white prawn risotto served alongside local tomatoes, beetroot or mushrooms.

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"A perfect day in Toronto" includes dining in Baldwin Village, complete with Italian sidewalk cafes, and exploring Kensington Market, a gritty, bohemian place with eclectic shops and cafes.

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High up in the Staffordshire Moorlands in the village of Endon, Liberal Democrat candidate Christina Jebb has her campaign leaflets set out on the dining table.

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