This chain of wholesome foods originated in the States, and that was where I had my first Whole Foods experience, so I was not sure what to expect coming into the Vancouver one. I was happily surprised to see that they continued to offer a fresh selection of foods from the deli, as well as a salad bar that was up to par with the American counterpart. Always a great option for a quick lunch, or grabbing something to prepare for dinner.
I enjoy Whole Food's instore events and I hear about them via Facebook. One event I attended recently was their Cheese Night. They had samples of artisanal goat cheese and a staff member provided you with some background about them.
They also have a few events where you can sample foods that help support local charities. I usually go to Whole Foods Cambie for these ticketed events, but I'd be interested in coming more to this Robson location in the future.
Capers' Burrito Bar - Ole!. While in Vancouver last weekend, we wandered the banal culinary wasteland of Robson Street, finally opting for a quick nosh at Capers Market - a place I've been many times before for sandwiches, soups and salads. We noticed a new burrito bar, so gave it a try. Half the fun was watching the gal pile on our favourite fillings. And when at Capers, you can count on healthy, fresh, organic ingredients. Wow, what a burrito!!! Just about as good as the ones I'd eaten in San Francisco's Mission District or Mexico proper! Capers' version blows away all the pretenders you get at so-called 'Mexican' restaurants in downtown Vancouver, or m y hometown of Victoria.
Not to mention, at under ten bucks, the price is more than right.
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