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June 18, 2009 | Tips from Travellers > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
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Recently, when reading the introduction to Gordon Ramsay’s latest cook book, “Cooking For Friends”, he mentioned something that caught my attention. His young children save a portion of their allowance to spend on food from their local farmer’s market. He also said that they not only enjoy the rich organic food more but it also teaches them to value the food they eat.
Support the Vancouver’s farmers markets and enjoy the rich taste experience of locally grown ‘natural’ foods normally picked inside of 24 hours. The market is for people who love fresh food in a festive gathering and among a like-minded community.
Explore different markets in Vancouver. Go for a wander around the neighbourhood and be a tourist in your own back yard. For example, as the name suggests the “
Trout Lake Farmer's Market ” is set to the back drop of Trout Lake located within John Hendry park. The Trout Lake Community Centre offers an indoor skating rink, fitness centre, preschool, youth centre, sauna, whirlpool, pottery studio. playground, gym and a games room. The ice rink is currently closed for a beautiful renovation. If you like architecture this is well worth the visit.
The Trout Lake market is open from 9am - 2pm each week. From May 16 - October 10. It is located at 15th Avenue & Victoria Drive in the Parking Lot of Trout Lake Community Centre.
March 8, 2007 | Tips from Travellers > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
t’s a fact. Hidden gems can often be unearthed in your very own backyard. And for Vancouverites, we know a thing or two about the fabulous finds rife for discovery in the little pockets and funky neighbourhoods which define our fair city. The booty to be bought in one of my favourite spots falls under the categories of frocks, formal wear and even a bit of frivolity. Indeed, for the serious shopper, one need venture no further than Main Street On Main and 21st Avenue Think local designers, jewelers and the like. Fine frocks and trinkets for the home define Barefoot Contessa www.thebarefootcontessa.com . A dress for every occasion can be snagged at Narcissist www.narcissist.com . One-of-a-kind pieces promise pleasure at Smoking Lily www.smokinglily.com . Need shoes with that? Scoot over to Umeboshi www.umeboshishoes.com for the perfect fit. And after mining each locale for the latest and greatest and this season’s must-haves, stop in at Liberty Café, a family-run bakery which offers yummy homemade soups and killer cookies. Perfect for re-fueling should you decide to go back for yet another look.
March 4, 2007 | Tips from Travellers > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
Wonderful market and kids market. Childrens stores are well stocked. Especially like store called Chameleons? Store owner very knowledgeable.
Organic coffee shop next to duck pond and kids market also very family friendly. Kids play area and change table in washroom.
Water park also great fun!
February 28, 2007 | Tips from Travellers > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
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When visiting Vancouver don't hesitate to go beyond the city core. A short distance away from the city centre is Granville Island a mecca of artisan shops. We strolled through one of the green areas close to the water's edge and captured some great shots on film.
February 21, 2007 | Tips from Travellers > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
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My husband and I visited British Columbia in the fall of 2005. We were totally mesmerized by all the attractions we enjoyed. A most memorable one was visiting Chinatown in Vancouver. It is so interesting to look in on cultures other than our own. The shops were so different and especially the Tibetan store where we experienced the "singing bowls". The storekeepers were so friendly and helpful and let us try out numerous ones. Also in the same shop we could not resist the hand crafted Tibetan jewellery that has so many hidden meanings. It was indeed a very pleasurable experience and one that we would love to repeat in the very near future.
December 14, 2005 | Tips from Us > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
It's not hard to tell that most British Columbians love to get
outdoors . One of the worst-kept secrets for outdoor adventurers in BC is a store called
Mountain Equipment Co-op (also known as MEC). Founded in Vancouver, this large store stocks outdoor technical clothes, backpacks, bike parts, backcountry ski equipment, kayaks and paddles, and much more. The prices are the lowest you'll find anywhere for the same standard of quality. Case in point: a friend who lives in New Zealand and travels regularly to see his sister in the UK, always makes sure his flight has a stopover in Vancouver to stock up at MEC. The store sees a steady stream of out-of-towners checking out the gear, and the logo is almost as common a symbol as the maple leaf, identifying Canadian travellers when they head out on excursions. (When I was hiking in Spain, a fellow traveller noticed I was Canadian when she spotted my MEC socks!) The store requires all shoppers to purchase a $5 membership, and the co-op structure means MEC's pricing is fair and mark-ups are minimal. You'll find two MEC outlets in
Vancouver , one on Broadway and one in North Vancouver.
November 25, 2005 | Tips from Us > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
When I visit a new city, I love to discover items I'll never find at home. Here's a few of my favourite local clothing shops in Vancouver that'll have your friends asking "Where'd you get that?" when you get home: Dream in Gastown boasts that 98% of the store is stocked with local designers. The funky boutique has clothes, handbags, jewelery and other accessories. This is truly a favourite of mine, especially for the
Funk Shui felted wool hats and scarfs, and
Angelfish necklaces and earrings. South Main Street - dubbed "SoMa" by some, has a growing collection of fantastic independent stores.
Narcissist Designs is hands down my favourite for simple - yet unique - dresses. just a few doors away is the
Barefoot Contessa , where 'pretty' is given an edgy side. And
Eugene Choo is so darn cool it hurts. For shoe afficianados,
Gravity Pope on 4th Avenue is like coming home. Shoes that only existed in your wildest dreams live here. My most recent purchase is a colourful pair of rubber boots, perfect for the west-coast weather - they make a rainy day very fun. If you need some help navigating the choices, there'a tour company that'll take you to the best finds.
Shopabout Tours has a range of half-day excursions to different neighbourhood to check out the merchants.
August 25, 2005 | Tips from Us > Vancouver, Shopping Vancouver, Shopping
If you're planning to visit
Granville Island while in Vancouver, do what the locals do and leave your car behind. Unless you go early in the morning or late at night, traffic down there is a nightmare. Lots of free parking (a plus) coupled with very few throughways (a minus) means total gridlock most of the day. But there are lots of alternative ways of getting there though, and more scenic too. Hop aboard one of the ubiquitous Aqua Buses that dot the waters of False Creek and take a sea cruise before getting there. One of my favourites methods is to walk to Granville Island along the Seawall; great views of the city, fresh ocean breeze and lots of benches for you sit and take it all in (no one said you had to rush). Bicycles and Rollerblades are also allowed on the Seawall.
Public transit is another option. If you must drive, consider using the metered parking outside the entrance to Granville Island instead of driving in. It means you'll do a little walking, but believe me it's a small price to pay to avoid the congestion. Plenty of metered parking is available on 1st, 2nd, 3rd Avenues between Fir St and Burrard St. If you`re lucky there are a few unmetered spots to be had, but those aren't vacant very often.
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