Lilia Carone

Lilia Carone has a university degree in English but also took up Italian language and literature studies. Today, she spends most of her time doing Italian-English translations and proofreading Italian work. When she’s not at her keyboard, she’s hanging out with her dogs or helping raise awareness about animal rescue causes.

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The Top 5 Paint Stores in Calgary to Find Your Perfect Hue

Last year, I was organizing a fundraiser for a dog shelter, and I decided to paint some posters to promote the event. I went to a big box paint store downtown, and let me tell you, it was like trying to herd cats… but with paint. The staff was about as helpful as a wet

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The 5 Best Mulch Calgary Suppliers for Healthy, Thriving Gardens

My backyard was a disaster. It was a patchy, weed-infested wasteland that my dogs treated like their personal mud pit. Determined to create a haven for my pups, I walked into a landscape supply store, ready to get some pet-friendly mulch. Unfortunately, I was met with a dismissive salesperson who couldn’t tell a cedar chip

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The 5 Best Calgary Salvage Yards for Treasure Hunters

I love finding a good deal, especially when it comes to car parts or scrap metal. But I once went to a place downtown looking for a transmission piece for my car, and it was like stepping into a junkyard from a horror movie. The parts were all rusted, the prices were outrageous, and the

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The 5 Best Conference Centres in Calgary for Unforgettable Events

Okay, so I’m a firm believer in professional development. So, when I signed up for a web design conference in Calgary, I was excited. But, oh my gosh, the experience was a complete disaster. The venue was cramped, the Wi-Fi was worse than dial-up, and the coffee was lukewarm and tasted more like bitter water

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Pamper Yourself with the Best Manicures in Calgary from these 5 Spots

I remember when I sank into the plush chair at a trendy downtown salon with high hopes for my manicure. Little did I know my pampering experience would turn into a nail care nightmare.  The polish was done sloppily, with uneven acrylic nail lengths that made my hands look more like a DIY disaster. Since

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The 5 Best Screen Printing in Calgary for Vibrant Designs

When my friends launched their boutique clothing line, they envisioned their designs splashed across vibrant t-shirts and tote bags. But after choosing a local screen printing company that promised the world, their shirts arrived late, and the colours were all wrong. To top it off, the prints started cracking after just one wash!  Needless to

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The 5 Best Asian Restaurants in Calgary for All Foodies 

A few months ago, I went out for lunch at what I thought was an authentic Asian restaurant. But what arrived at my table was a sad, soggy rendition of Pad Thai that even a microwave wouldn’t touch. The only thing authentic about that meal was the feeling of betrayal. Since then, I’ve done my

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The Top 5 Dance Clubs in Calgary to Get Your Funk On

Calgary’s nightlife can be a mixed bag, especially when it comes to dance clubs.  A few years back, I had a night out at one that I’d rather forget. The floors were sticky, and the blaring music felt more like a headache than a vibe.  The drinks were overpriced, the staff overwhelmed, and the whole

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The 5 Best Truck Driving Schools in Calgary

Truck driving can be a good career option if you want to earn decent money even without a degree. So, if you’re thinking of this career change, you definitely need to enroll yourself in the best truck driving school in Calgary. In this article, we’ll talk about the most reputable driving schools in the city.