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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Say Yes to the 5 Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in Calgary 

You know that scene in Runaway Bride where Julia Roberts runs through the woods in a white dress, covered in mud? That image has stuck with me ever since. Honestly, that movie is a masterpiece for showcasing nearly every outdoor wedding disaster imaginable. Who knew a simple “I do” could be so susceptible to unexpected …

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The 10 Best Boiler Repair Services in Calgary

The boiler is technically the heart of your home because it keeps your home warm and gives you warm water to bathe with. Hire the best boiler repair services in Calgary if yours is broken, especially before winter comes rolling in! We went ahead and looked for the best boiler repair companies to help you

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No Judgements, Only Results at the 4 Best Women-Only Gyms in Calgary 

You know that whole “New Year, New Me” thing? Yeah, that was me the entire pandemic—staring at a YouTube workout video and a half-empty protein shake in the fridge.  I’d convince myself I was going to crush that full-body workout, only to end up sprawled on the couch in my yoga pants. That’s why this

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Experience Ultimate Relaxation at the Best Couple Spas in Calgary

The idea of a couple’s spa day sounds utterly blissful—a haven of relaxation, shared pampering, and a chance to reconnect. However, in my friend’s experience, it was a disaster. The “relaxing” music sounded like noise. The massage therapist gave them more pain in their knotted muscles than relief. When I was planning my own couple’s

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Top 6 Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Clinics in Calgary

Pelvic floor muscles are an important part of our bodies, as they’re responsible for supporting the bladder, uterus, and rectum. Sadly, they too can experience dysfunction, leading to embarrassing problems like urinary incontinence and painful sexual intercourse. If you find yourself suffering from the issues I’ve mentioned above, then it might be time for you

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The 5 Best Eggs Benedict in Calgary for Brunch Bliss

My first (and last) attempt at homemade eggs Benedict was a kitchen nightmare. The eggs were more sunny-side up than poached. My hollandaise tasted like…well, let’s just say it made me hold my stomach in pain.  But fortunately, I’m not the only one who’s struggled with this brunch classic.  Inspired by my own failed attempt

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Sing Your Heart Out with the Best Karaoke in Calgary for Every Occasion

With karaoke, you’re either belting out your heart’s content or cringing at the sound of your own voice echoing through a room full of judgmental strangers. The last time I braved karaoke, a stranger—who’d clearly overestimated their abilities and their drink tolerance attempted ‘Bohemian Rhapsody.’ I got secondhand embarrassment just watching.  But in the aftermath

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The 5 Best Shops for Hot Chocolate in Calgary to Warm Your Soul

You’d think making a good cup of hot chocolate would be easy, right? Think again. I’ve had my fair share of hot chocolate disasters—watery, chalky, and tastes so bland I started questioning if I’d lost my taste buds altogether. And don’t even get me started on that time I ordered a “peppermint twist.” It tasted