Repleta de uma vibração deliciosa, Granville Island é um verdadeiro paraíso de compras, entretenimento e cultura localizado a apenas alguns minutos do centro de Vancouver. Ao raiar do dia, táxis aquáticos podem ser vistos cruzando False Creek, trazendo mercadorias locais e caixas de frutas prontas para serem vendidas no Mercado Público. A cor, o calor e a personalidade jubilosa da Ilha são alimentados por cada uma das 300 empresas e vendedores que habitam seu charmoso trecho. Seja pela variedade de artesanato, pela arte aborígine e souvenirs selecionados localmente e vendidos em lojas e galerias locais ou a atração da cultura em exibição em locais de artes cênicas, Granville Island guarda algo para todos. Notável entre seus muitos marcos é a Emily Carr University of Art and Design, a Vancouver Theatresports League e a Granville Island Brewing Company.
Record lovers rejoice! This humble neighborhood shop stocks both new and used CDs and vinyl, specializing in rarities and local stuff like the masterful "Rock is Hard" by Vancouver's own Rodney Graham. In addition to the compelling music selection, Red Cat also plays host to gallery openings by local artists and in-store concert performances by local acts and even international superstars such as the Black Lips. Perhaps most important, the staff is eminently helpful, and gracious as can be. Check website for event announcements, ticket sales, online shopping, and adorable photos of Buddy, their cat.
The book worms will find it hard to resist visiting this place. Located in the Kitsilano neighborhood since 1985, Kestrel Books is a used books provider with a collection 50,000 that is rare to find. The intelligent collection comprises of antiquarian books, philosophy, psychology, children's, fiction and other fine prints. Do not miss meeting the ambassador, Ruby, the cat. For more information on their collection, visit the website or call ahead.
Looking to decorate your home with vintage home decor products and furnitures? Then head to The Antique Warehouse wholesale shop on Marine Drive to take your pick from its inventory that has wroth iron and wooden beds, rosewood stools and armchairs, China cabinets and vintage clocks. A haven for art collectors, you can also splurge on table top collectibles like the 1915 Art Nouveau Vases, Swarovski Credit Card Case and Vintage Rhinestone Bracelets.
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 colorful fresh produce. Enjoy the vegetable and seafood selection at their farmers market shops like Granville Island Produce, Longliner Seafood or Four Season Farms. Indulge in the multicultural flavor at Duso's Italian Food, South China Seas Trading, or Roger's Chocolates. If you're hungry, stop at one of the many small eateries.
Stepback is one great place where you will find everything from retro items, contemporary furniture, rare antiques, vintage collectibles and accessories that are absolutely worth owning. The furniture and home decor that is created with specially hand made wood are a unique collections. Also find glassware, kitchenware, housewares, vintage postcards and paper items, toys and rare books. Pick some of the exclusive items to gift a special someone. Check out the website for detailed information.
The book worms will find it hard to resist visiting this place. Located in the Kitsilano neighborhood since 1985, Kestrel Books is a used books provider with a collection 50,000 that is rare to find. The intelligent collection comprises of antiquarian books, philosophy, psychology, children's, fiction and other fine prints. Do not miss meeting the ambassador, Ruby, the cat. For more information on their collection, visit the website or call ahead.
Looking to decorate your home with vintage home decor products and furnitures? Then head to The Antique Warehouse wholesale shop on Marine Drive to take your pick from its inventory that has wroth iron and wooden beds, rosewood stools and armchairs, China cabinets and vintage clocks. A haven for art collectors, you can also splurge on table top collectibles like the 1915 Art Nouveau Vases, Swarovski Credit Card Case and Vintage Rhinestone Bracelets.
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 colorful fresh produce. Enjoy the vegetable and seafood selection at their farmers market shops like Granville Island Produce, Longliner Seafood or Four Season Farms. Indulge in the multicultural flavor at Duso's Italian Food, South China Seas Trading, or Roger's Chocolates. If you're hungry, stop at one of the many small eateries.
Les Amis du Fromage, run by a mother-daughter team, provides foodstuff to some of the biggest restaurants in the city. Don't be misguided, there is nothing cheesy about this place! Rows of shelves display foie gras, pâtés, crackers, biscuits, olive oils, vinegars and, of course, cheese! Cheeses range from low-fat to the local variety, while platters may be ordered with fresh and dry fruit to match. If that's not enough, the store has a full blown kitchen, which prepares quick, take-out meals that are a must-buy. Visit website for more details.
Stepback is one great place where you will find everything from retro items, contemporary furniture, rare antiques, vintage collectibles and accessories that are absolutely worth owning. The furniture and home decor that is created with specially hand made wood are a unique collections. Also find glassware, kitchenware, housewares, vintage postcards and paper items, toys and rare books. Pick some of the exclusive items to gift a special someone. Check out the website for detailed information.
The Rumi Rose Garden Sufi Tea House invites you to enjoy conversations over a cup of tea. This small and cozy Middle-East cafe is a respite from the modern day coffeehouses where teas and coffees are served at a high price. Here, you can choose from a list of more than 40 blended teas, espresso, coffees and other refreshments, with the sound of soothing Sufi music playing in the background. The tea house is also home to a charming market selling teas, local goods and food items, adding a nice touch to the whole tea-drinking experience.