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Anthony "Lil Thun" C.'s Profile

My Favourite Island that Isn't

The Granville Island Public Market is the best one-stop-shop for all that you need to whip up the absolute best cuisine at home, and not a bad place to grab a bite either. Several other places on the island are worth a stop, too. In the market, there are several places competing for the same customers by providing highly similar products, but after spending some time there and shopping around, I've come to know which places are better for specific items, and discuss them in this list :) Oh, also, incase you didn't know, Granville Island isn't actually an island...

1. Seafood City

1689 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
Canada
(604) 688-1818

Category: Seafood Markets

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

12/12/2009

Definitely my usual for seafood on Granville Island, Seafood City knows their stuff, as they should after 25 years in the biz. There's something good about buying Kumamotos and Kusshis from a kind elderly Japanese woman, and that sashimi-grade tuna…More »

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2. Liberty Wine Merchants

1660 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3S2
Canada
(604) 602-1120

Categories: Wineries, Beer, Wine & Spirits

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

11/30/2009

Despite the prices, Liberty has a darn good selection of tasty vintages, especially on the high end. This location has some incredible Bordeaux 1st growths, including Petrus. While slightly, and by slightly I mean extremely, out of my price range,…More »

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3. Go Fish Ocean Emporium

1505 W 1st Ave
Vancouver, BC V6J 1E8
Canada
(604) 730-5040

Categories: Seafood, Fish & Chips

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

11/22/2009

This is the best casual, traditional fish 'n' chips in Vancouver, hands down. Something about the batter just puts it a notch above the rest. Even on a cold day like today I can be convinced to go a sit outside in a drizzle for the oh-so-crunchy on…More »

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4. Oyama Sausage Company

126 - 1689 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
Canada
(604) 327-7407

Categories: Meat Shops, Cheese Shops

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

7/31/2009

Oyama sausages are my best friend :)

I usually go here at least twice monthly. They're simply the best sausages on the planet. Yeah, they have great cheeses and cured meats and all that other delicious stuff, but the sausages are where its at.

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5. The Grainry

1689 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
Canada
(604) 681-6426

Category: Specialty Food

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

12/13/2009 ROTD 10/19/2010

Wicked! This place is totally unique - I've never been to one like it.

You can find everything grain related! Like a million types of lentils, all kinds of salts and peppers, chocolate, like 3 million types of rice, and more and more and more. I even…More »

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6. Organic Acres Market

1689 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
Canada
(604) 681-9446

Category: Fruits & Veggies

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

1/22/2010

Organic Acres is it.

Only local produced, seasonal organic veggies - wooooooo!!! Since they're seasonal, the selection is sometimes limited, but its definitely the most environmentally friendly, sustainable, healthy way to go. I usually check here…More »

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7. Tenderland Meats

141 - 1689 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
Canada
(604) 688-6951

Category: Meat Shops

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

1/22/2010

Tenderland is my first choice for meats in Vancouver. Super duper numero uno!

Doing my rounds on my favourite island that isn't while gathering fare for my weekly Sunday culinary concoction, I always check here first and am most often satisfied. I…More »

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