Re: a purchase and recent preparation of squid…read more What was purchased, and how it was prepared. - two, rather large, whole squid -- purchased as a frozen product, and kept frozen. - when thawed - tentacle area (head) of each squid was cut away from the body, and body contents cleared, and thoroughly cleaned - first meal -- tentacles and pre-cooked vermicelli rice noodles, stir fried together in wok - second meal -- body tubes cut into 'rings', marinated (in canola oil, garlic, ginger, and wine), and the contents stir fried, in wok on high heat -- served w/vermicelli rice noodles prepared stove top. Results: - first meal - found the squid flavourful, but definitely a little tough. Was surprised though, the leftovers after an overnight in the fridge, and eaten cold, were sure good -- much more tender, and with the flavour I had hoped to taste and enjoy yesterday. - second meal - a similar experience - the squid looked good, though still tough after cooking - but after an overnight in the fridge, was so much more tender, flavourful, and tasty. My experiences dealing with preparing and cooking these whole, frozen squid were a lot of fun. The initial results, though a touch off the marks I had hoped for, had ended up with results so much closer, and enjoyed. The squid were really flavourful and tasty, once they had "their way" from how I had initially treated them!!

Good sized market, appears to be run by nice Koreans…read more Even carry some Italian treats, packaged tiramisu cakes ;) $5 minimum for debit credit.

This is a tiny mom and pop grocery store near Metrotown. They specialize in South American goods…read moreyou cannot buy in major supermarkets. I love their churros (reminds me of Disney world) and their frozen tamales I can steam at home. I don't have to sweat over the store to enjoy theses yummy goodies. This place has been in this plaza for years and they're definitely a must go to place if you're looking hard to find ingredients. Also the owners are very approachable and knowledgeable. Lastly , if you're looking for cheap spices, they place sells them for 1/4 of the price in big box stores! I don't go anywhere else after finding out about this grocery store. EVERYTHING IS SO CHEAP!!! I bought 1.5 weeks worth of vegetables for under $16 - amazing! 5/5

I love this little store. I don't bother looking at the prices anymore. I just grab a pile of stuff…read morei want, and walk out with two big bags of fruits and veg for usually about $15.

Best saffron FRESH nuts available anywhere!! Amazing fruit…read moreand nut blends . Tea? Yes they have tea. AND reasonably priced! Arrives quickly! I love Ayoub's

Every once in a while you stumble upon a gem of a place and can't believe what You're seeing…read more.. If You're into dried fruit, assorted and different types of nut fruit and terrific flavors from around the world then THIS is the place for You.. Tried their Roasted and slightly salted cashews, Roasted and slightly salted Almonds, Roasted and slightly salted Pistachios, Roasted and slightly salted Corn Nuts, Turkish Delight Candy, Turkish Figs.... Every one of the items was DELICIOUS.. The shop has varieties of food have never seen or tasted.. The people who own and run the shop are SUPER NICE !! Most Definitely coming back to try more...

We had the opportunity to drop into this Mediterranean and Persian grocery for a first-time look…read morerecently, while browsing/shopping a few stores in Burquitlam Plaza, before heading to lunch in the area. Some of my first look observations: - overall freshness of some of the produce (fruits & veggies) lacked appeal -- some decent finds, but root veggies, and such, had definitely long passed any 'date' for me to consider purchasing. - good, large, and highly-varied selections of canned, bottled, and otherwise packaged Mediterranean products. - nice looking selection of Mediterranean breads. - good looking, quality selections of Halal, fresh, and prepared meats and poultry - chicken, lamb, sausages (some beef, and beef w/cheese, sure looked good), and such - and some smoked fish (whole, smoked whitefish sure caught my eye). - I thought prices for brand name products I know and use, were rather high -- but I am unable to relate to the prices of most of the other stuff, as they are mostly specialty products I do not know. I am glad to have had the chance at that time to pop into this store for look -- I'm a big fan of these "small, local, neighbourhood" stores. Hope to have the opportunity for another look soon, and with what I saw this time, have some solid ideas of what I will be looking for that visit!

Unassuming little market in a generally unappealing strip mall. The produce looks okay, wasn't all…read morefresh and appealing but there were some good finds to be had. But they have a lot of unusual and interesting Persian foods that I'd just never seen before, even at other Persian markets. And the fellow at the counter was warm and friendly, and even the security guy hanging out nearby was kind enough to zip up my bag of okra for me. I'd go back.

First time checking out this location. We generally like shopping at fruiticana because we can get…read moresome good fruits/veggies at a decent price. We were in the area and came here. It's a decent size location. The prices are pretty good too for alot of what we got. It wasn't overly busy either so we weren't in a rush to get out and people were quite friendly as well.

I have gone to this organic farm twice. Last year and this year (2018). We even took our friends…read morefrom out of town to pick about 40 pounds. Jessica treats everyone so well. We call to ask about the berries, we go, we pick, we talk, the kids have a great time in the maze and throwing each other off the hammocks (brothers and sisters, you know how it is) and I have great time everytime I see the stand of Birch trees and tell my kids about swinging them (Robert Frost - Birches). Then we make pies and stuff ourselves silly for a few months and save some for the dead of winter to remind ourselves of the summer just past. A great time. Thank you so much!

From the owner: Our organic farm specializes in providing quality certified organic blueberries to our community,…read moreacross Canada, and to Taiwan. Our small, family-owned operation allows us to produce, clean, package, and store our produce right on the farm in a controlled and safe environment. We are dedicated to growing our fruit with sustainable and harmonious practices so that we can help the Earth and our customers be healthy!