This Get Fresh Guide aims to help you make informed choices about where you spend your food dollars and encourage support of growers, producers, suppliers and supporters of local food.

2011 Buy Local! Buy Fresh! Cowichan Food Map

Find over 70 local farms and food producers in the most comprehensive fresh food guide of the Cowichan Valley.

181 Station Street, Duncan
250.748.8506

BC Wineguys

For the broadest selection of VQA wines!

Open: Wed- Sat 10-8 Sun-Tues 12-7

2579 Cadboro Bay Road
250.592.8466
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Beacon and Eggs

We strive to use fresh and local ingredients for your breakfast and lunch enjoyment. Juice bar and fresh produce available.

Open: Daily 7am - 4pm

2305 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC
778.426.0549
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Bon Rouge Bistro & Lounge

French Inspired, West Coast comfort food showcasing fresh local produce, seafood, game and island cheese.

Open: Daily 11:30 - Midnight

611 Courtney Street, Victoria, BC
250.220.8008
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Brentwood Bay Resort and Spa

Victoria's only 5 star boutique oceanfront resort. We use organic, local produce and Oceanwise seafood whenever available.

Open: Front Desk open 24 hours

849 Verdier Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC
250.544.2079
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Bubby's Kitchen

Happy Food! Fresh and local! Warm and inviting food served in a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.

Open: Daily 7am - 10pm

355 Cook Street, Victoria
250.590.8915
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Caffe Fantastico

Bringing you the finest coffees from farms around the world, roasted daily on Kings Road.

Open: see website

Quadra Village, Dockside Green, Cook St. Village, Parkside

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Camille's

Fine West Coast Dining. We specialize in fresh, local produce, meats and seafood.

Open: Tues-Sat Dinner Only

45 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC
250.381.3433
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Canoe Brewpub, Marina & Restaurant

Award winning handcrafted beer and waterfront patio... Unbelievably good beer!

Open: Sun-Wed 11:30-11:00, Thu 11:30-12, Sat-Sun 11:30-1

450 Swift Street, Victoria, BC
250.361.1940
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Cascadia Liquor

Locally owned liquor stores featuring local and regional products.

Open: 9am - 10pm every day

Quadra Village: #4-2631 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC
250.590.1940
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Cold Comfort

Small batch, quality ice cream. Curiously flavoured, homemade locally and delivered right to your door!

Open: Moss Street Market, Saturdays, April thru Sept



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Deep Cove Market

Local, free-range, organics, gluten-free, specialty foods, deli. A quick detour off the ferry or a nice drive from Sidney.

Open: Daily 8-8

10940 W Saanich Rd, North Saanich
250.656.2457
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Devour

Seasonally based restaurant with a fresh and creative menu. Devour brings a fresh take on lunch downtown.

Open: Mon-Wed 8-4, Thurs & Fri 8-9

762 Broughton Street, Victoria
250.590.3231
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Dockside Grill

A beautiful waterfront setting with an emphasis on fresh local food, Dockside Grill is the perfect place for any occassion.

Open: Sun-Wed 11-9 Thurs-Sat 11-10

2320 Harbour Road, Sidney, BC
250.656.0828
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Driftwood Brewery

We take pleasure in brewing the beers we love: distinctive, flavourful craft beer. On tap on the Saanich Peninsula: Bleue Coyote, Prairie Inn & RC Grillhouse

450 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC
250.381.2739
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Fairfield Market

We are your community grocers in Fairfield, bringing the farm to you 7 days a week.

Open: Mon-Fri 8-7, Sat 9-7, Sun 10-6

1275 Oscar Street, Victoria
250.590.1772
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Fol Epi

Organic artisanal bakery hand producing the finest pastries. Breads baked in a wood fired brick oven using flours milled on site.

Open: Tues - Sun 7:30 am - 5pm

101-398 Harbour Road (Dockside Green)
250.477.8882
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Food Roots

FoodRoots is a not for profit co-op distributor of local naturally grown foods processed in our region. FoodRoots is the link between growers, processors and you!

Victoria, BC
250.595.6742
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Gobind Farms

Buy direct! Farm fresh seasonal ready-picked berries: strawberries, boysenberries, blackberries, raspberries, loganberries, tayberries and produce.

Open: 9-6:30 7 days a week June-August

6929 Veyaness Rd, Saanichton
250.652.0182

Haliburton Community Farm

Certified organic vegetables, fruit, herbs and plant starts + CSA basket program.

Open: Farm Stand: see website for hours; Moss St. Market: Saturdays 10-2

741 Haliburton Road Cordova Bay, BC
250.658.0758
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Haro's Restaurant and Bar

Relaxed oceanside dining with a focus on local produce, dairy and oceanwise seafood.

Open: Daily 4pm - 11pm

9805 Seaport Place Sidney
250.655.9700
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Healthy Harvest Co-op

Fresh from the garden, organically grown vegetables, herbs and flowers.

Open: Apr-Nov Tues & Thurs 10-4; Saturdays North Saanich Farm Market

1805 Glamorgan Road North Saanich, BC
250.479.1947
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hOMegrown Living Foods

Gluten Free, raw, sprouted, vegan. Macaroonies, Livies, RAWgles and Buckwheaties. Made with love in the Cowichan Valley.

Lifestyles Markets, Niagara Grocery and Market on Yates

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Island Chef's Collaborative

Support our local growers and savour the bounty of the island. Visit us at the Downtown Public Market.

Open: Last Sunday of every month, 11am - 3pm

Market Square, Victoria
250.888.2047
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Island Farm Fresh Guide

Your guide to fresh local farm products! Buy direct from the farm... local, healthy, sustainable.

Saanichton, BC
250.652.9100
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Jessie’s Juice

We serve fresh smoothies and juices made from as much organic and local ingredients as possible, made with love.

Open: Daily 10:30 am - 5pm

2380 Beacon Avenue Sidney, BC
778.426.1606
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LifeCycles Project Society

Dedicated to cultivating awareness of and initiating action around food, health and urban sustainability.

Unit 2 625 Hillside Avenue Victoria, BC
250.383.5800
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Melinda's Biscotti

Taste a world of happiness! Bakery, cafe, biscotti and espresso bar.

Open: Wed-Sun 11am - 6pm

27-2075 Henry Avenue West Sidney, BC
250.896.1964
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Niagara Market

We are your community grocers in James Bay, providing fresh, local and so much more...

Open: Mon-Fri 8-7, Sat 9-7, Sun 10-6

579 Niagara Street, James Bay
250.383.1223
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Nourish Garden Bistro

Garden Bistro at Glendale Gardens serving local, wholesome yumminess.

Open: Wed-Sun 10-4

505 Quayle Road Victoria, BC
250.588.2405
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Pizzeria Prima Strada

Traditional Neapolitan style wood fired pizza. Antipasti, seasonal salads, locally roasted coffee, gelato and sorbetto.

Open: Tues - Sat 9-9

2960 Bridge Street & 230 Cook Street
250.590.4380
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Ruby Red Farms

Our family farm is your source for fresh picked, certified organic blueberries. Pre-order via our website.

11121 Rosborourgh Road, North Saanich
250.655.3368
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Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse

Come raise a glass of exceptional local cider!

Open: Year Round; June 1 - Sept 30 11am - 4pm daily; Oct 1 - May 31 Wed-Sun 11am - 6pm

2487 Mt. St. Michael Road
250.544.4824 ext 1
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Share Organics

From Local Farms to you Table. Delivering local island produce since 1997. Add local groceries and more to your box.

Open: Delivering on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday OR Delivered to you Doorstep.


250.595.6729
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Stonefields Farm

Happy fruit and vegetables, naturally grown, freshly harvested. Visit our small family farm!

Open: Tues 10-1; Thurs 3-6; Saturdays 10-1

1675 Glamorgan Road, North Saanich
250.655.0897

Sun Wing Greenhouses

Over 13 varieties of heavenly tasting, pesticide-free tomatoes and cucumbers, peppers, salad greens, herbs and more.

Open: 9-5 daily April - October

6070 Oldfield Road, Central Saanich, BC
250.652.5732
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SunTrio Farm

The Suntrio farm store sells organically grown, extended season produce as well as a variety of field veggies, organic sweet treats and more! Yum!

Open: 7 days a week

8214 East Saanich Road Saanich, BC
250.652.1003
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The Oyster Bar at Pescatores

Fresh, local oysters, small plates, steamers, tacos, and local beer on tap.

Open: Mon-Sat 11am-1am Sun 11am-Midnight

614 Humboldt Street Victoria, BC
250.385.5562
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The Roost Farm Centre

Island wine and cider, wood-fired pizza and breads, picnic snacks, local cheese, meats, produce, specialty plants & gifts.

Open: Tues-Sun 10am to 9pm

9100 East Saanich Road, North Saanich, BC
250.655.0075
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The Roost Farm Centre

Fresh farm baking, breakfast, lunch, dinner and farm market. Wood fired pizza oven Wed & Thurs 4-9, Fri-Sun 12-9.

Open: Bakery: Daily 7-5, Farm: Daily 9-5

9100 East Saanich Road, North Saanich, BC
250.655.0075
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The Rootcellar Village Green Grocer

A locally owned green grocer with a regional focus - connecting Victoria to it's food sources year round.

Open: Daily 8:30 am - 7pm (winter), till 8pm (summer)

1286 McKenzie at Blenkinsop, Victoria, BC
250.477.9495
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The Village Butcher

Provides the most local meat products in town! Retail, wholesale and custom cuts of locally raised meats and products.

Open: Tues to Sat 9-6

2032 Oak Bay Avenue
250.598.1115
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Tibetan Kitchen

Tibetan Kitchen proudly supports local farms. Pork, lamb and free range chicken from Tom Henry's Still Meadow Farms in Metchosin. Local organic veggies from Ryan at Vantreight Farms.

Open: Lunch: Mon–Sat 11:30-3; Dinner: Tue-Sat 5-8:30

680 Broughton Street
250.383.5664
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Tre Fantastico

A beautiful space, featuring local ale, wine, coffee and fantastic local food accompaniments.

Open: Daily 7am - 10pm

810 Humboldt Street
250.590.8014
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Truffles Catering

Truffles is Victoria's leading caterer for meetings, events, weddings & celebrations. Slow Food Done Fast. Oceanwise.

Open: 9-5, Mon to Fri

1461 Benvenuto Ave, Victoria, BC
250.544.0200
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Vantreight Farms

Transitional organic fruits & vegetables, CSA box program, fresh cut flowers, bulbs, hay, grains and u-pick crops.

Open: see website for seasonal hours

8277 Central Saanich Road
250.652.FARM (3276)
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Victoria Spirits

Modern Spirits hand made in small batches in a wood fired still. Victoria Gin is Canada's first premium gin.

Open: 11-5 Weekends & Holidays April-Oct

6170 Old West Saanich Rd Brentwood Bay, BC
250.544.8217
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Vis-a-Vis Wine + Charcuterie Bar

Contemporary small plates, unique and exciting wine list, fine charcuterie and cheese.

Open: Tues - Sat 5pm to close

2232 Oak Bay Avenue
250.590.7424
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Woodwynn Farms

193 acre organic farm for our therapeutic community for the homeless, offering an opportunity to change peoples’ lives with educational work programs; produce sales.

7789 West Saanich Rd, Victoria, BC
250.544.1175
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