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1. Moccia Urbani
Vancouver, BC V5L 1V4
(604) 255-2032
Category:
Specialty Food
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
I feel like I just had a religious experience.
My new religion is named Moccia Urbani salumeria.
An Italian meat market in my neighbourhood that serves local, grass fed, pasture raised, hormone and antibiotic free cured meats! --and if that isn't…More »
2. Donald's Market
Vancouver, BC V5L 1V5
(604) 254-3014
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
Argh!!! I love this Donald's !!
I find almost everything I need there. Plenty of gluten free items, lots of meals, snacks and treats. You just never feel like you're getting ripped off. Local produce, organics and just an overall great variety.
Heck,…More »
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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9/22/2010
Wha'dya mean you don't know about Donald's?
This is the best little market on the east side of town.… Read more »
3. The Gourmet Warehouse
Vancouver, BC V5L 1S3
(604) 253-3022
Category:
Specialty Food
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
Most beautiful and lovely Gourmet Warehouse!
You are the Siren of kitchen ware stores....
(both alluring and bankrupting).
I was guided here by my favourite aunt to get a gift for her husband who loves all things kitchen related.
Indeed there are…More »
4. London Drugs
Vancouver, BC V5K
(604) 253-4484
Category:
Drugstores
Neighbourhood: Hastings-Sunrise
Things that make this L.D. stand out:
*Parking always available and -- f r e e !
Good, friendly service people.
Sales on food items including Kicking Horse Coffee. (-usually priced at 14, but sells frequently for 9.99 or 10.99) no coupons necessary.…More »
5. Como Market
Vancouver, BC V5K 1Y8
(604) 255-1544
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhood: Hastings-Sunrise
It's Spring on Hastings St. Como market has blooms in buckets out front along side the roll away fruit and vegetable bins. Under the overhang of the tattered awning you will find the real deals on fruits and veggies that you won't find at other…More »
6. Freybe Factory Outlets
Vancouver, BC V5L 1T5
(604) 255-6922
Categories:
Outlet Stores,
Meat Shops
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
It's a party waiting to happen in there!
They have shelves of all sorts of yummy mustards and spreads, pickles and any accouterment you can think of to go along with all the fresh cold cuts which you can have sliced up to order. Great for catering a…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/2/2009 First to Review
What's not to love? Great quality at low prices. Walking in here you feel much of the character of… Read more »
7. Famous Foods
Vancouver, BC V5N 2R8
(604) 872-3019
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhood: Kensington-Cedar Cottage
Famous Foods ... i think i love you. We've only met once, but I really feel close to you already.
When you showed me all your gluten free items, that was really personal. I know you have those items because you care and you want me to eat well.
I…More »
8. East West Market
I really like the variety of goods offered and the competitive prices at this market. They have lot's of fruit and produce and staples.
Every time I'm in the neighbourhood I'm sure to stop in because you can get some good deals in here. The place is…More »
9. Kea Foods
I still think of Kea when I need to replenish my spice rack and tea inventory. The prices are reasonable and the staff are friendly. This is not glamorous shopping by any exaggerated terms, but as so many of the small grocers in Vancouver do, they…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/6/2008 First to Review
Another reason to move to this neighbourhood!
This is an excellent food store, with good variety of… Read more »
10. New Fruit King Produce
Vancouver, BC V5K
(604) 216-0036
Category:
Fruits & Veggies
Neighbourhood: Hastings-Sunrise
First off let me say that having come from San Francisco, this name "Fruit King" conjures images of a condom shop or a trans-gender fruit eating contest. But this is a produce shop off Hastings just up the street from Donald's Market and right next…More »
11. Triple A Fresh Produce
For everything that the nearby Sfwy lacks in the way of fruit and vegetables, this store makes up for. There are over 9 kinds of Apples just for one example, and I even found a Plantain! Ever had fried Plantain? It's friggen awesome. Usually found in…More »
12. Price Smart
Vancouver, BC V5M 4H4
(604) 434-5038
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhood: Renfrew-Collingwood
#1:
The name of this food store is PriceSmart. One word, capital P. Capital S.
Newsflash:
Shopping for food stuffs does not have to be a miserable experience here!
This store is such a relief to Safeway, Capers, and even Donald's in some ways. It may…More »
13. Panne Rizo
Vancouver, BC V6J 1C8
(604) 736-0885
Categories:
Specialty Food,
Bakeries,
Gluten-Free
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
The little bakery that could.
That could what, you ask? That could bring joy into the lives of gluten and dairy free peep's like me, for one thing. Today I had the very best carrot muffin I've had to date since being on the Celiac diet. Like a slice…More »
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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9/5/2009
*one million check-in's here* lol. Last updated August 2010.
I'm very happy to see that this little… Read more »
14. Dollar Grocers
Vancouver, BC V5N 4B5
(604) 255-9933
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
There are SO many of these wonderful independent grocery outlets on The Drive that I find myself standing in front of one of them saying... "now which one is this one? the one with the bulk bins, the one that has the Gluten Free noodles and cereals?…More »
15. Santa Barbara Market
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X6
(604) 253-1941
Categories:
Fruits & Veggies,
Delis
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
This is still the most crowded market in the lower Drive area. Consistently good quality produce, fresh local fruit buzzing with bees, fresh baguettes, breads and all the necessities.
There's a crazy popular deli in there too.
Still not a blip on the…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/18/2009
Not the friendliest place on earth, but produce prices are acceptable and of decent quality and the… Read more »
16. Robin's Pharmacy
Vancouver, BC V5L 3W7
(604) 876-3784
Category:
Drugstores
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Honestly, I just can't believe how friendly and helpful they are in there. Any questions about health and wellness are answered clearly and to the best of their knowledge.
They also always have deals on random things and gifts. Check it out, and then…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/17/2009 First to Review
Owner operated, friendly and informative Pharmacy. Nutritional supplements, and other home health… Read more »
17. Trout Lake Farmers Market
Vancouver, BC V5N 4M4
(604) 879-3276
Category:
Food
Neighbourhood: Kensington-Cedar Cottage
Opening day Spring '09. Festive atmosphere. Home made Jams and Jellies, Soaps and oils, Cheese, Baked goods. So much fresh food to choose from as well as hand made craft. Today I was so happy to meet some local vendors and residents. Children having…More »
18. Sweet Cherubim Natural Food Stores & Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X3
(604) 253-0969
Categories:
Vegetarian,
Health Food Store
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
The renovations look absolutely fabulous! Now we know why the prices are so high. ;P
Today I had a Spinach Lentil patty (I forgot what they call it) but you can pick it up in the store part where the cookies are. These make a great gluten free snack!…More »
4 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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12/26/2010
Sweet Cherubim has a long time reputation for offering hot, fresh, home style vegetarian Indian… Read more »
19. Choices Rice Bakery
Vancouver, BC V6K 3B9
(604) 736-0301
Categories:
Bakeries,
Gluten-Free
Neighbourhood: Arbutus Ridge
It's not often that I find myself in this part of town, but when ever I do I make an effort to stop into the bakery.
I let my gluten free inner child fly free and order everything I want with abandon!
Cupcakes with hearts for Valentines day, (eaten…More »
20. Choices Market
Vancouver, BC V5Z
(604) 875-0099
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhoods: South Cambie, Riley Park
Ran in to get a few meaty meals. Yes, I DO eat at home sometimes, ok? -Kermit laugh. Buffalo burgers are priced well. Always fresh.
I was nicely surprised by this laid back location of Choices. There are some deals to be had for one star. The customer…More »
21. Nesters Market
I like Nester's. It's a sweet little market chain.
The staff are helpful, the meat is always fresh and not terribly overpriced, and they break larger packages down if you ask.
The shelves are tidy and well stocked, and the prices are clearly marked,…More »
22. Real Canadian Superstore
Every time I come in here it's like there are invisible shopping elves putting things into the cart -and it's all good stuff!
I'm like a dog in a pet shop when I'm in the isle with all the GF stuff. -btw if you are gluten free but you do Soy, you…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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7/16/2009
I just need lettuce. Just lettuce.
Ya right. 70 bux later.....!
We walked in and looked around like… Read more »
Recently updated lists from Roanna Z.
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North shore businesses and attractions. (33)Yo! The north shore is NOT the north pole. It's a only hop over the bridge or a ferry ride away. The quality of shops, cafe's and restaurants is worth the ride or trip. |
Tail waggers welcome here (17)Vancouver places where pooches Yelp. |
Free Stuff! (20)Things to do around Van. that won't bust yer budget. |
Connect the dots on a coffee shop journey. (47)I love a good cappuccino made from a quality bean and respectfully treated. I've visited a lot of cafes in Vancouver and all the way south to San Luis Obispo California.Also eastward from BC to Ontario. I love a good cup, good service and ambiance is very important to me too. These are my faves. |
Fi*ve st*rs of awesomeness (13)I like to savor my stars & so I don't give out 5 very often. I'm just like that. |
Come on over to the VEV ! (20)The Vancouver East Village (dot ca) that is. There's so many small independent businesses over here. What we all call 'hidden gems' and some not so hidden, like Campagnolo Roma and the Red Wagon. Yup! those are in the VEVFollow @VanEastVillage on Twitter too. |
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