Fresh St. Market, a family-owned staple of British Columbia’s grocery landscape, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest store in Lower Lonsdale on November 15, at 150 Esplanade West, North Vancouver. To commemorate this special occasion, the community is invited to join the celebration featuring exclusive food samplings, surprises throughout the store, and an exciting introduction to Fresh St. Market’s distinctive offerings.
As the eighth Fresh St. Market location in B.C., this store promises an array of culinary experiences designed to captivate and serve the North Shore community. “We’re incredibly grateful to our customers for their support and patience during the renovations, and we look forward to bringing a fresh and unique market experience to Lower Lonsdale,” said Palle Knudsen, Senior Director of Retail Operations at Fresh St. Market. “We’re introducing our first-ever Burrito Bar, a self-service hot meal station, and a carving station, along with a cozy seating area for guests to enjoy their food and beverages right in-store.”
One of the hallmarks of Fresh St. Market is its partnership with FoodMesh, a dedicated food diversion network that ensures surplus food is channeled to those in need instead of going to waste. Since 2020, this collaboration has resulted in over 2.3 million meals donated to local communities, a milestone that FoodMesh will also celebrate at the opening event. “This partnership with Fresh St. Market exemplifies a shared commitment to environmental and social responsibility,” said Jessica Regan, CEO and Co-Founder of FoodMesh. “Their dedication to diverting unsold food to hunger-relief organizations has already provided millions of meals, and we’re excited to extend this impact with the new location.”
North Shore residents may already know Fresh St. Market as a trusted destination for high-quality, locally sourced products, with its inaugural store established in West Vancouver in 2013. This Lower Lonsdale store builds on that legacy, offering a marketplace feel reflective of its vibrant community. With distinctive features like the Garden of Lo Lo (Lower Lonsdale), Shipyards Housewares, and the Esplanade Deli, it brings a curated, community-centric shopping experience.
Local and Specialty Food Highlights
Fresh St. Market is dedicated to showcasing a selection of top-quality, locally sourced foods to satisfy a variety of tastes:
- Premium Meats: The store proudly offers fresh, local poultry from the Fraser Valley, as well as top-quality cuts from Lepp Farms in Abbotsford and Two Rivers Meats in North Vancouver. Visitors will find an impressive charcuterie selection featuring Two Rivers and Kamloops-based Chop N Block.
- Certified Angus Beef®: For discerning beef enthusiasts, Fresh St. Market’s Certified Canadian Angus Beef Program provides only the highest-grade cuts, including Certified Angus Beef ® brand Prime, which meets rigorous quality standards. The store also features a dry-aged case with Certified Angus Beef aged for a minimum of 50 days.
- Artisanal Cheeses: Fresh St. Market’s cheese selection includes locally crafted varieties from Golden Ears Cheesecrafters in Maple Ridge, Farm House Natural Cheeses from Agassiz, and Creekside Cheese and Creamery from the Fraser Valley, perfect for the cheese aficionado.
- Sustainable Seafood: The store’s seafood case exclusively offers Ocean Wise-certified products, ensuring 100% sustainability in its offerings.
- Local Coffee and Signature Treats: Shoppers can indulge in Whistler’s own Forecast Coffee, paired with Fresh St. Market’s signature warm chocolate chip walnut and salted caramel cookies—a delightful reason to pause and enjoy a treat.
This new Lower Lonsdale location is part of Fresh St. Market’s mission to offer an inspiring public market-style shopping experience. With thoughtfully curated selections and a deep commitment to the community, Fresh St. Market is setting a new standard for quality and sustainability in North Vancouver.
About Fresh St. Market
Founded and family-operated in British Columbia, Fresh St. Market provides a vibrant, North American-inspired market experience across eight locations in B.C., including North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Surrey, Whistler, Vancouver House, Kamloops, and Langley. Known for its variety of local, organic, and unique specialty foods, Fresh St. Market prioritizes both quality and sustainability in all its offerings. New store locations are planned across B.C., with more announcements anticipated soon.
For more information, visit www.freshstmarket.com.
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