Bought blue cheese there that was actually rotten, not moldy. Would hardly expect that from a…read moreso-called specialty cheese store. No respect for the product or the clients.

My family has been going to the Cheese Man since I was little, and while we miss Benny, Doug and…read morethe family have kept up the business and made it better than ever. They carry nearly every kind of cheese that you could imagine, and at great prices. The service is always top-notch. My only unfavourable comment would be the smell... but then, it is a cheese store! Also, bring cash. Unless something has changed in the last while, they're cash only.

I was with my mom and we were headed somewhere else for lunch but stumbled across Graydon's Cheese…read moreCellar along the way and made a spontaneous decision to have lunch at Graydon's instead! As the name suggests, this is a specialty cheese store. They sell many varieties of specialty cheeses along with various tools and accompaniments for eating and serving cheese. Think crackers, cheese boards, cheese knives, different flavors of spreads...etc. They also serve food and beverages here. The menu is limited but it was enough for us to decide to dine here instead of our original destination. There are two tables inside plus counter seating by the window, and several patio tables on the sidewalk outside. Being right along Bellevue Ave. in West Vancouver, there a stunning view from this place. The store itself is clean, bright, stylish and well maintained. I was really loving the vibes this place gave off! Both my mom and I had The Bellevue grilled cheese sandwich and we shared a 2 for $8.00 Vegetarian Antipasto Skewer. We also ordered a Cherry Kombucha and some kind of Raspberry flavored soda that our server told us was from the UK. The Antipasto skewer came with a gherkin and the grilled cheese sandwich came with a pickle. I've never been a pickle person. I usually pick out the pickles anytime I get a burger that has pickle in it. I decided to give the gherkin and pickle a try this time. The verdict? Still not a pickle person. It was my least favorite part of the meal, but it was also somehow a lot more tolerable than the pickles that I find inside burgers. Gherkins and pickles aside, I loved the food here. The Grilled cheese sandwich had ooey gooey cheese spilling out of the centre and forming a pool of melted cheese on the plate. Been awhile since I've ordered a Grilled cheese sandwich since it's something I could easily make at home but...I don't use fancy cheeses when I make it. This one was a real treat. The ambiance here is so relaxing. Being able to look through the window and see the beach, the ocean, the skies, and cruise ships passing by...this place is an absolute gem. It's the most exquisite specialty cheese shop I've ever been to. There was a sign on the sidewalk that said all "May is for Manchego". Apparently they are having 10% off all Manchego cheeses for the month of May. I bought a small wedge of Red Leicester cheese to bring home but now I'm thinking I should have also bought some Manchego cheese to bring home as well. Hmmm...there are still a few days left in the month of May. Maybe I'll make another trip to this store next week! There are so many cool cheeses at this store. Sriracha Gouda was one of the cheeses that caught my eye. The lady at the counter offered to let me try some! The spice took a few seconds to kick in but then I really felt it. Highly recommend this place if you're a cheese lover!

I love this place. It is bright and beautiful. It smells really fresh which I love (some cheese…read moreshops smell so strong it turns my stomach). The staff are lovely. The selection is A+ without being overwhelming. It is a gem.

We bought some cranberry crisps and crackers here for our pâtés . Should have tried their cheese to…read morego with fruits and crackers. Also, bought 2 tiny jars of their preserves. One was rhubarb and the other pear. I loved the rhubarb so much I wanted a larger jar but they didn't have large jars. What a shame.

Little pricy, but a very nice selection of specialty sausages and cheeses…read more The guys working there were friendly and knew a lot about their cheeses and sausages.

For those who read my reviews, they know I very rarely (if ever) give a five-star review. Benton…read moreBrothers Fine Cheese Shop has impressed me every time I've been there and I think I'm in danger of becoming an addict or at the very least spending a good chunk of change every visit. On my last visit, I actually went to both locations. I started out at the one on West 41st and picked up three cheeses. Heck, I was in the neighbourhood, why not? I thought I would have some nice blue cheese with crackers & bread for dinner - or a snack, depending on how good I could be at saving some of it for another day. Then, on my way home, I passed by the Cambie store and decided to stop and get some charcuterie to go with my cheese. Kind of a mistake (according my wallet, not my appetite!) I ended up getting some more cheese, as well. The selection is really very good but the staff's knowledge of cheese (and everything else in the shop!) is what really blows me away. You can tell them what type of wine or beer you've got and they will recommend some excellent cheeses to make the perfect accompaniment. They really know their stuff! Not only that, but you can try a few different kinds to make sure you really like what you're going to buy. I walked out of the shop after spending just over $75 at both locations. I had a selection of blue cheese, goat cheese, some soft, some firm & crumbly, some sharp, some mild... plus some wild boar & rosemary sausage, some hot soprasetto... and some olives. So, I called up my girlfriend to come over for a wine & cheese "tasting" so I wouldn't scarf it all in one sitting. We were in cheese heaven! Can't wait for my next visit to try some new varieties.

If you love cheese, you'll feel like a kid in a candy store at Benton Brothers. You might actually…read moreclap your hands together with glee as you stand at the counter and are asked if you'd like to sample any of the cheeses. Don't feel intimidated. The ultra knowledgeable staff will walk you through cheeses that you are unfamiliar with and gauge what you might like. We walked out with a comte and a bleu cheese. After perusing the Benton Brothers website, I am now fantasizing about ordering a small cheese tray from their catering menu just for me and my wife. And about giving or receiving a cheese filled gift basket. Yum!

We finally was able to get here after being in rush hour traffic!! :-/…read more They have moved location since the last time we were here in 2008. We have been coming here since 1982. Lots of tableware, cookware, towels and knickknacks and of course meat, food items as well a big selection of cheese. The most important is all the snacks and candy!!! Limited parking It's worth a look for European treats.

I go to this store anytime I'm in New West to buy from their bulk candy selection. It's…read moresophisticated, fun candy with adorable animal faces! I believe the brand is called Katja: not too sweet, lots of liquorice to choose from (the proper German kind I grew up on), and lots of colors. They used to sell these candies in the local candy store, but they stopped- so now I stop in the Holland Shopping Centre to grab some whenever I can!

WOW! I had absolutely no idea this place existed. It is more…read moreon the expensive side but it's great for special occasions or any cheese lovers. I am swiss so I can be quite picky, but they got it all here. Lovely staff, following all COVID regulations and were extremely helpful with my pick up order. They also have great soups here.

Another 5/5 on my list. This is a GOOD weekend!…read more My girlfriends and I decided to have wine and cheese night for a birthday. We each were responsible to bring something. Someone had meat duty, another had alcohol duty and so on... Lucky me, I was in charge of cheese! And am I glad I went to Les Amis Du Fromage! There were so many variety of cheeses in there that I just stood in awe for about 5 minutes. The woman behind the counter noticed me and was extremely helpful. I told her we were very adventurous and wanted to try lots of unique cheeses. She spent a good 20 minutes with me helping me decided on my list which ended up with: Applewood smoked cheddar (needed the basics), honey goat gouda, gorgonzola (blue cheese), morbier-livradoise (blue cheese mixed with a lighter creamier taste), bleu de sassenage (more blue!), quarto (60% cow's milk and 40% buffalo milk), white Stilton apple and pear and espresso cheese. They even let you try a few cheeses just to make sure you will like it before buying. All the cheeses were AH-MAZING! There are also a lot of crackers, pre-packaged soups, sausages, appetizers so I think I will try something else next time. With a few cheeses on the side as well.

I've been going to this place for years and still love going here! This is an amazing place to get…read moresalamis, pates, cheeses, chorizos etc. This place is usually busy and surrounded by people so it's best to get a number and be patient. But it's worth it. I bought their house prosciutto which was reasonable in price, just a dollar more expensive, but the taste is unbelievable and fresh. Their mushroom armagnac pate and duck truffle pate taste unbelievable on crackers. The snacking sausages definitely made me want to go back and try the other flavours.

How have I not rated this amazing place yet? Whenever we go to Vancouver we must make a stop at…read moreGranville Island to this little corner of the market for fresh cured meats, cheeses and delicious pate. Service is quick with lots of recommendations, offering samples of things you want to try. Cute little corner of Granville Market.

Every time we visit Granville Island we look at this amazing pasta and have wanted to try it. Well…read morethis time we had a cooler and ice and were heading home right after the market. So we bought three types. The White cheddar bacon cappelletti, the gorgonzola walnut cappelletti, and the mushroom ravioli. All were AMAZING. But my favorite was the white cheddar bacon one. We will make a point of bringing home pasta each time we go to the market in the future.

Duso's Italian Foods is located in Granville Island Public Market. I stopped by this afternoon and…read morepicked up a mozzarella and cherry tomato salad along with a giant slice of focaccia. The flavor to the salad was really good -- not too oily, just salty enough, and the tomatoes were plump, juicy and sweet. Just the right ratio of cheese to tomatoes as well. The focaccia was pretty good: I really like the generous bits of flaky salt on top of the bread. However, I wish they could toast it a little bit. Sitting out all day, the bread definitely dried up a little bit. Additionally, the rosemary sprinkled on top of the bread added a distinct bitterness. I eventually got used to it, but my wife who only took a few bites out of the bread immediately called out the bitterness and didn't want any more.