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 Second largest in North America |
508 Taylor Street Vancouver, BC V6B 6M4 Canada +1 604 632 3808 http://www.vancouver-chinatown... |
Known as the second largest in North America, Vancouver's Chinatown is a colourful area filled with exotic wonders. The profusion of markets and stores sells everything from star fruit, gai lan, ginseng, herbal medicine and tea sets to hand carved chopsticks, rice paper pads and Buddha figurines. It's a very inexpensive place to shop for gifts and groceries. Pender Street, between Carral and Main, has shops selling curios, clothing, herbs and house wares. There's also an open-air market that runs till late night during the summer weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vibrant night excitement |
Keefer Street & Main Street (Between Main & Columbia Streets) Vancouver, BC V6A 1X4 Canada +1 604 953 3333 (SkyTrain and Bus Schedules) |
This place will delight you on a hot summer night when you feel like having an intense sensory experience. There is plenty to taste, touch, smell, hear, drink and drink in. Explore blocks and booths of everything from bubble tea to bok choy. Find delicacies and desserts like frog's eggs or dried, salted plums. You can also find clothes, toys like Pokemon and nearly any household accessory, all at inexpensive prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Culturally diverse neighbourhood |
Between Broadway and Venables Street Vancouver, BC V5L 4X4 Canada http://www.commercial-drive.com/ |
Dotted with character homes, coffee shops, delis and cheap grocers, "The Drive" is now a colourful, richly diverse street experience. Originally, the street was most famous as "Little Italy." It now supports every sort of ethnic shop and restaurant, including Jamaican patty shops, Ethiopian restaurants, Spanish tapas bars, Portuguese coffee shops, Indian clothiers, organic food stores, Chinese grocers, Moroccan falafels, Italian furniture, French bakeries and Cuban cafes. It also hosts annual events such as the Fringe Festival, the Parade of Lost Souls and other street parties throughout the year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Community market |
3350 Victoria Drive (Trout Lake Community Centre) Vancouver, BC V5N 4M4 Canada +1 604 879 3276 |
This farmer's market is a popular fresh local produce oasis amid the urban parking lot of the Trout Lake Community Centre. It exclusively sells products made, baked, or grown by the vendors, who peddle everything from pickles and preserves to hand-knitted sweaters and scarves. Find mostly organic seasonal vegetables from BC's Fraser Valley and Okanagan regions. You can also pick up free-range meats and eggs. Enjoy live music and entertainment, too. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Diverse Downtown Neighbourhood |
Denman and Davie Streets Vancouver, BC V6G 1Y9 Canada http://www.englishbay.com |
English Bay is one of Vancouver's most diverse neighbourhoods. Located in downtown's West End, it's where the energetic action of Denman and Davie streets converges. The area is a popular venue for outdoor activities like in-line skating, cycling, walking the seawall, running, and jogging. There are bookstores, gift shops, fashion and cosmetic retailers and other specialty shops; and an eclectic fusion of culinary arts and eateries with clientele to match. Some of the city's best dine-with-a-view restaurants can be found here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh produce and baked goods |
1585 Johnston St (Granville Island) Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9 Canada +1 604 666 6477 http://www.granvilleisland.com/ |
The Arts Club Theatre parking lot plays host to this seasonal celebration of freshness. Local farmers sell their tempting local produce and foods at this Granville Island outdoor market. Enjoy seasonal treats like organic strawberries, raspberries, figs and cherries, and fresh Chilliwack peaches and corn. If you're a gardening lover, you can also find plants and garden vegetables among the stands. It's a fun and tasty way to while away a morning or afternoon. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One-stop public market |
1689 Johnston St (Granville Island) Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9 Canada +1 604 666 5784 http://www.granvilleisland.com... |
This massive public market has everything the quintessential village market goer craves. It stimulates the senses with vibrant crowds, fragrances of fresh flowers and spices, and colourful fresh produce. Enjoy the vegetable and seafood selection at Buddy's Farm, Granville Island Produce, Longliner Seafoods or Four Season Farms. Indulge in the multicultural flavour at Duso's Spice Shop, South China Seas Trading, or House of Brussels Chocolates. If you're hungry, stop at one of the many small eateries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shops, boutiques and restaurants |
123 Carrie Cates Court Vancouver, BC V7M 3K7 Canada +1 604 985 6261 |
Where the SeaBus trip from downtown ends, this large, unique market begins. Bring your camera and climb the seaview observation tower for an unobstructed shot of the city. The harbour market has three levels of shops, boutiques and restaurants. The ground level houses more than 60 fresh market vendors selling a variety of goods from flowers, fruits and vegetables, to sweets, soups and sauces. Specialty stores occupy the second level, carrying everything from home decorations to fashion for adults and children. The third level leads to the Lonsdale Quay Hotel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sumptuous and savory international foods |
3002 Granville St Vancouver, BC V6H 3J8 Canada +1 604 732 4405 http://www.meinhardt.com |
If you're planning a special meal for guests, make this store your ingredients destination and create a jaw-dropping meal that won't easily be forgotten. This South Granville market has a great selection of fine foods, gourmet local and imported products and fresh produce and meats. You can also pick up fresh flowers, visit the deli and sip something hot at the cappuccino bar. As you fill up with delectable delicacies, you may want to throw in the towel and use its excellent catering service to take care of the meal for you. Review © 2007, Wcities |
