University & College Students – enjoy 10% off  EVERY DAY with provision of student ID card.

• Some restrictions apply. No discount on sale items. 

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Gluten-Free Products ONLINE!

A bustling market just steps away from the University of Victoria and one of the largest playgrounds in Victoria, shop at Pepper’s Foods for a picnic, a barbecue or the gluten-free foods you need to sustain you week in and week out! A long-time supporter of the Canadian Celiac Association’s Annual Picnic, Pepper’s Foods is the very ‘heart’ of Cadboro Bay!

3829 Cadboro Bay Road • 250-477-6513 • [email protected]

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• 10% Senior’s discount Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Pepper’s has received Surfrider Vancouver Island Ocean Friendly Business in 2022 for actively stewarding local beaches and waterways by reducing unnecessary single-use plastic waste  and Gold Award as a Vancouver Island Green Business in 2022. 

Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers Awards 2022

• Award for Achieving 60 years of Independent Excellence
• 2022 Award of Merit
• Bronze Award in the Small Surface Category for Canada
• Gold for the BC/Yukon Regional Award in the Small Surface Category

The annual awards recognize youth leadership and promote achievements of Vancouver Island family businesses and their contributions to their communities. Pepper’s Food Store, helmed by second-generation owner Cory Davits, was founded in 1962 and has grown to be a full-service grocer.

• “Our goal is to maintain the small community-store feeling while providing all the services of the larger chain store,” said Davits.

What’s New at Pepper’s Foods!

“Any time a local vendor or distributor approaches us with a local product, we’re all ears and open to carrying their product.” Scott Zaichkowsky, Assistant Grocery Manager

Gyro Park & Beach at Cadboro Bay
The legendary home of the “Cadborosaurus” sea serpent, Cadboro Bay is a partially protected bay with the kind of long, sandy beaches that make for sublime summer swimming, strolling and boating. The park has a replica of the Cadborosaurus creature, said to be a relative of the Loch Ness Monster. Caddy, as it is known, usually allows itself to be seen once or twice a year. Cadboro Bay’s beaches are well-equipped for family outings with picnic facilities, public washrooms and a children’s playground. Pack a snack from Pepper’s and enjoy!

Pepper’s Foods Wins Independent Grocer Award! Click for more information

Enjoy baguettes, bars, biscuits, breads, buns, cinnamon buns, coffee cakes, cookies, croissants, filled pastries, loaves (banana bread & orange cranberry,) muffins, pies, sourdough, and best of all – MINI DONUTS!

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MOSS STREET MARKET – Saturdays Year Round

Outdoors May to October – 10am to 2pm
Indoors November to April – 10am to 1pm (Garry Oak Room and Sir James Douglas school gymnasium.)
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• Saturday & Sunday, December 14 & 15, 2024 – 29th Annual Holiday Market. Sir James Douglas school gymnasium, Garry Oak Room, Fairfield Community Centre, and a school portable.
• No market Christmas Day
• Saturday, January 1 – Winter Market New Year’s Day – Garry Oak Room & Outdoors – 10am to 1pm

ESQUIMALT FARMER’S MARKETS

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LANGFORD STATION FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 21 – 12 to 7pm
Langford Station Arts & Cultural District (720 Station Ave) and across the street at Veterans Memorial Park.
Music! Magic! Dance! Crafts! Henna! Face painting!

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CEDAR FARMER’S MARKET (tentative)

Sundays, September 22 | October 13 from 10am – 2pm
1984 Woobank Road, Nanaimo
9:30 am (early-bird sales for seniors and immune-compromised individuals)

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FARM TO TABLE MARKET AT LANGFORD STATION (tentative)

Wednesday, September 25 – 4 to 7pm
Local farmers and producers offering a selection of fresh produce, sauces, and jams—everything you need to create a delicious meal at home. Live music!
Farm To Table Market

BEWITCHED MARKET

Saturday, October 5 10am – 4pm
2388 Cedar Road, Nanaimo
Psychics, witches, healers & more! Free Admission! Talented Readers! Bewitching Vendors! Details here …

HALLOWEEN YYJ 

Saturday & Sunday, October 26 & 27 11am-4pm
Da Vinci Centre at 195 Bay St, Victoria
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SPECTRUM MUSIC PROGRAM CHRISTMAS MARKET

Saturday & Sunday, November 2 & 3 10am-5pm
Spectrum Community School at 957 W Burnside Rd, Victoria
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37th CALICO CHRISTMAS MARKET

Saturday & Sunday, November 9 & 10 10am – 5pm
Spectrum Community School at 957 W Burnside Rd, Victoria
$5 entry fee – 12 years & under free
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About Tanja!

Listen to Tanja on ‘A Canadian Celiac Podcast!

Tanja Blondin,  Owner / Operator of B-glutenfreevictoria, has been baking for as long as she can remember.  Her German heritage continues to inform the food that she creates.

With hospitality in her DNA, Tanja has done it all from baking to catering,  always with the best in presentation.

When her daughter was born, Tanja started a cake business that allowed her to work from home. The business was so successful that it grew into a full catering and pastry shop in Ontario. From there, she went on to manage  restaurants, including the Starbucks that she transferred to in Sidney, to be closer to family.

Seeking a change from the coffee business, Tanja assumed a position in the bakery department of Sidney Thrifty Foods. It was around this time that she began experiencing health problems that lead her, and her daughter, to be diagnosed with celiac disease.

Her employer tried to accommodate her condition with a move to the cake decorating department, but the proximity to airborne gluten flour was too much for her.  Tanja had to resign, but that does not mean she stopped baking. Their loss was our gain!

What to do with decades of experience baking European pastries?  Tanja reimagined them using gluten-free, organic ingredients, freshly milled at the dedicated gluten-free Millstone Farm Organics in North Saanich:

• almond flour • baking powder • brown rice flour • buckwheat flour • chia • buckwheat flour • eggs (fresh!) • flax seeds • millet flour • potato starch • psyllium husk • oats (pure) • quinoa • sorghum flour • sliced almonds • tapioca starch • teff flour • xanthan gum • white rice flour

Tanja adapted her favourite recipes to gluten free in her dedicated kitchen, and set up a booth at Sunday’s Mary Winspear Centre to test the market.

View the possibilities below, order online through bglutenfreevictoria.square.site, or stop by her table during her busy market schedule this summer.

GOLDSTREAM MARKET – Closed for the season
Veterans’ Memorial Park
Saturdays 10am to 2pm
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Wicked Victoria on Government Street – See you in 2024!

Kick off Halloween Week in a Wickedly Wonderful Way!
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LANGFORD LIGHT UP & TRUCK PARADE – See you in 2024!

Saturday, December 2. 4 – 8pm
Veterans’ Memorial Park

Look for the big white tent! Warm up with German mulled (non-alcoholic) wine!

MOSS STREET HOLIDAY MARKET – Christmas 2024! 
Sir James Douglas school gymnasium, Garry Oak Room, Fairfield Community Centre, and a school portable.
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See you in 2025!

January 27 + 28, 2024 10:00am – 5:00pm
Pearkes Rec Centre 3100 Tillicum Road
Adult Day Pass $8.00 Children (12 years and under are FREE)

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2nd Annual Lovers Lane Market at The Langford Station. See you in 2025!

Sunday, February 11th 10:00am – 4:00pm
720 Station Ave

A unique shopping experience filled with handmade arts and crafts, perfect for Valentine’s Day. Shop for unique gifts,  participate in DIY activities and craft goodie making. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind craft market, it’s the perfect way to spend Valentine’s Day with your loved one or family.

Lover’s Lane at The Langford Station

Bloom Market at The Langford Station. See you in 2025!

10:00am – 3:00pm
720 Station Ave

Celebrate the long awaited arrival of spring at Bloom, a Made.Market. With over 30+ local artisans, food trucks and more, there’s something for the entire family. Learn more …

Victoria Women’s Expo – See you in 2025!

March 2 + 3, 2024 10:00am – 5:00pm
Pearkes Rec Centre 3100 Tillicum Road
Adult Day Pass $8.00 (Cash only) Children (12 years and under are FREE)

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International Women’s Fair at Oaklands – See you in 2025!

Saturday, March 9 10:00am – 5:00pm
Oaklands Community Centre 2827 Belmont Avenue
Admission by donation ($5-$10 suggested). All proceeds benefit Women’s Transition House

Over 50 unique vendors, live music, and great food! Learn more … Facebook • Instagram

RUTH KING ELEMENTARY SPRING FAIR – See you in 2025

Saturday, April 6 – 10am – 3pm
2764 Jacklin Road
Ruth King Elementary is happy to announce our first ever Spring Craft Fair Fundraiser. This is an outdoor family friendly event taking place in our school field rain or shine. We will have a wide variety of local vendors & artisans, a food truck, lawn games, a raffle and entertainment for the kids. We are so excited and hope to see you there. Entry by donation. Cash only event. Details here …

RIFFLANDIA RE-LOVE MARKET – See you in 2025

Saturday & Sunday, April 13 & 14 from 11am – 5pm
Rifflandia Showroom at 2514 Rock Bay Ave, Victoria (Matullia Lands)
FREE! Open to the public!

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SPRINGOWEEN MARKET FAIR – See you in 2025

Saturday, April 27 – 11am – 4pm
Market Square Downtown Victoria
Celebrate the ‘Halfway to Halloween Market,’  pointing to the big day with delightfully eerie spring vibes to carry you through to the spooky season. Find Tanja on the lower level of haunted Market Square.
$2 admission at the door (cash or tap). Details here

WOMEN’S WELLNESS & METAPHYSICAL FAIR – See you in 2025

Saturday, May 11 – 11am – 5pm
Metchosin Community Hall at 4401 William Head Road
Free Admission! Gift Bags for First 30 Guests! Wellness Beauty Fashion & Decor Market! Interactive Wellness Stations! Tarot Readings & More! Great Mother’s Day gift ideas too! Details here

SAANICH FAIR SIP & SOUNDS FESTIVAL – See you in 2025

Saturday, June 8 from 1 – 9pm
Saanich Fairgrounds at 1528 Stelly’s Cross Rd
Get ready for a summer festival of live music, spirits,= and summer fun! Plug into Victoria’s newest festival! Sips & Sounds is not just an event; it’s an experience!
Learn more • Tickets here.

PRIDE DAY IN SIDNEY – See you in 2025

Saturday, June 15 11am to 3pm at the Sidney Bandshell
Celebrating love, unity, and diversity!
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SWEET STREET 11am – 3pm – See you in 2025

Saturday, June 22
Sweet Street returns to Westshore Town Centre sweeter than ever!  The Cineplex parking lot will become a sweet escape for anyone seeking a sugar rush. From cotton candy and ice cream to cookies, cupcakes, International delicacies and more, there will be something for everyone on Sweet Street.  Details …
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VINTAGE BY THE SEA – See you in 2025

Saturday, July 6 10am – 3pm
470 – La Fortune Road, Cobble Hill
5th annual showcase market, featuring amazing vintage/antique vendors & local island artisans. Something unique for everyone.

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SIDNEY STREET MARKET  – See you in 2025

Thursdays, June 6 to September 5 – 5:30 to 8:30 on Beacon Avenue

Sidney Street Market

Back to School Sale – Saturday, September 14
Demos! Samples! Gift Basket Draws! 10% Off Store Wide!

Join Pomme for their storewide Back to School SALE on Saturday, September 14th! Enjoy 10% off all day, enter our gift basket draws, and from 10-6, check out demos from some of our local vendors! They’ve got a fantastic selection of delicious & nutritious snacks, eco-friendly school supplies, and all the essential supplements and vitamins to keep you energized and healthy as we head into fall!

Pomme Natural Market in Nanaimo!
6560 Metral Drive – 8:30am to 8pm – 7 days a week – 250-390-1955
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Pomme Natural Market in Coquitlam!
2755 Lougheed Highway – 8am to 10pm – 7 days a week – 604-475-2505
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September Flyer features Country Prime Bites • Wescana Gluten-Free Oats • Glutenull Cookies

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Our Vancouver Island location, Pomme Nanaimo, has been selected in Nanaimo News Bulletin’s Best of the City vote for six years running! We’re proud to offer Nanaimo and the surrounding region the most healthy and ethically sourced groceries, supplements and vitamins we can find. We’re constantly inspired by our local community, and we jump at every opportunity to work with our awesome Vancouver and Gulf Island growers and producers!

Pomme Natural Market has been voted voted Nanaimo’s Best Health Food Store in the
Nanaimo News Bulletin’s Best of the City!

Pomme strives to provide gluten-free shoppers with as many options — and as much support — as possible to help them make the best choices for their lives, sticking to  fundamental ethical and nutritional values when deciding what makes it to their shelves.  Never hesitate to ask for information or advice while you shop!

Pomme researches every company they work with. Starting off with some simple no’s: no artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners are allowed in our markets, beyond that  a focus on local and Canadian vendors, the uniqueness of products, the quality of ingredients, and the ethics of the companies. They listen to customers’ recommendations — to make sure we’re getting the best of the best!

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Pomme Natural Market in Coquitlam

Pomme PoCo is our first and biggest Pomme! We offer the Tri-Cities a huge selection of ethically selected, super healthy groceries, certified organic produce, and excellent vitamins and supplements—as well as a wide range of natural home and kitchenware! We have a natural deli packed full of fresh, ready-to-eat meals, snacks and treats. We use the same top quality, organic and grass fed ingredients you’ll find in our aisles for our made-in-house deli foods.

Good news for Cadboro Bay! have made a connection!  Moka House & CHURROS & MOR have made a connection! WEEKENDS ONLY!

• Enjoy the Mexican versions of the beloved donut. Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside.
• Created in a 100% gluten-free, vegan setting by the beloved Churros and Mor Food Truck in Cook Street Village.
• Call Moka House at 778-433-6652 ahead of time to make sure they have arrived!
• Find Moka House at the corner of Cadboro Bay road and Penrhyn

CHURROS & MOR 100% Gluten-Free, Vegan Food Truck
What are churros? Think Mexican donuts, only better! A crispy exterior with soft, chewy insides, Jorge uses gluten-free flour to make them. Deep-fried, then rolled in cinnamon and sugar, topped with your choice of strawberry, chocolate or caramel sauce. Ask for ‘Roses’ if you love (vegan) ice cream’

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[email protected] (250) 986 9455

325 Cook St in the Food Court
Mon & Thurs Noon – 7.00. Fri – Sat – Sun 10.00 – 20.00
Closed Wednesdays. Hours may vary by season.

Now available via Uber Eats, DoorDash & SkiptheDishes!

CHURROS & MOR EVENTS CALENDAR

When the CHURROS & MOR Food Truck is not parked at the Food Court. find them at community gatherings, festivals, public events & exclusive celebrations. Vegan & gluten free, there’s always something for everyone!

CHURROS & MOR MENU (click on images for more information)

Traditional Churros

House Churros

Churro Bites

Churro Roses

ADD-ONS: Chocolate Dip | Strawberry Dip | Caramel Dip | Marshmallows | Graham Cookies | Chocolate Chips | Sprinkles

BEVERAGES: Chocolate Drink | Drip Coffee | Pop | Bottled Water | Tea

ORDER FOR PICK UP

• Traditional Churros
• House Churros
• Churro Bites
• Churro Roses

NEW! CATERING & MOR – Book the Truck

• Perfect for events of all sizes! Weddings. Birthday Bash. Corporate Event. Simple celebration. Surprise Party.
• Customizable Delights!  Tailor your churros to suit your event’s theme and preferences: classic cinnamon sugar, gourmet dipping sauces & toppings.
• Guilt-Free! Dedicated to always be vegan and gluten-free!  A delicious experience for everyone.
• Stress-Free! Professional team ensures a seamless catering experience from setup to cleanup.
• Interactive Sweet Station! Skilled ‘churreros’ craft delectable delights right before your eyes.
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CHURROS & MOR EVENTS CALENDAR

When the CHURROS & MOR Food Truck is not parked at 325 Cook St in Food Court find them at community gatherings, festivals, public events & exclusive celebrations. Vegan & gluten free, there’s always something for everyone!

TESTIMONIALS

• “We just visited the Food Truck this morning. Amazing food & amazing service!! My husband is not celiac so he’s tried churros multiple times in Mexico and locally. I ‘allowed’ him a couple of bites and he said they are the best he has ever had!” Kathy P.
• “To die for! What’s not to love … cinnamon …  sugar… crunchy … strawberry sauce … marshmallows … chocolate chips … he even has a little baby flame thrower to roast the mallows! Family run business, so sweet. Very kind folks!”  Tanja Blondin, B-glutenfreevictoria

About Jorge

While pursuing a poli-sci degree, Jorge (pronounced ‘Hor-he’) was inspired to start his own business. What better motivation than to share the recipes that his grandmother developed for his celiac father.  CHURROS & MOR was born!

Yes! Celiac Disease and the gluten-free diet literally run through Jorge’s veins. His niece in England also shares the diagnosis. Her family has chosen a vegan lifestyle, so Jorge knows first hand how challenging it is to find delicious gluten-free AND vegan delicacies!

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A taste of New Zealand in the heart of Vancouver Island!

Jamie has switched to ORGANIC fruit, taking her soft serve flavours to a whole new level!

Mix your favourites – strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, mixed berries, banana, mango or pineapple – with ice cream or vegan soft serve made with coconut and cashew ‘milk.’ Served in a gluten-free, vegan waffle cone. No added colours, flavours or sugar.

NEW! Pre-order ‘Pints-to-Go’ via https://mizu-real-fruit-ice-cream.square.site!

Order via PM on Facebook or via DM on Instagram

Payment in advance by e-Transfer, Square or Cash.

Book the Mizu Trailer for your special event! Contact Jamie at  [email protected] • 1-250-319-5212 • Instagram

Mizu’s Real Fruit Ice Cream trailer is often at Nanaimo’s Departure Bay Beach, but please confirm today’s location via Mizu’s Facebook Page or Instagram Account for daily locations and times!

For years, Jamie Lynn has been obsessed with owning her own ice cream trailer. Lucky for us, she made her dreams – and ours – come true! Catch her before she flies away to chase another dream – obtaining her pilots’s license!

Jamie and her husband Vinny, a heavy-duty mechanic by trade, built the ice cream trailer from scratch, then decorated it with images ofd beautiful berries. You can’t miss it at Departure Bay Beach in Nanaimo or at a host of special events. Look for the line up!

The Soft Serve – You Choose!

• Gluten-free, 100% Canadian, vanilla ice cream soft serve is made with premium ingredients by Island Farms.
• Gluten-free, vegan, vanilla soft serve is made with coconut oil and Nora’s Creamy Cashew Milk.
• Mizu dedicates a scooper, an auger and freezer for vegan, dairy-free soft serve.
• Choose your favourite fruit. Mizu is happy to offer combos or mixes!
• Enjoy your soft serve in a gluten-friendly cone, a gluten cone, or in a bowl!
• NEW! Pints of Mizu are now available for purchase! Enjoy strawberry, strawberry-banana, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry & mixed berry!

Coming soon! Special flavours like Hokey Pokey Toffee in a pint, special orders & pre-ordering.

The Cones!

• ‘Unique Cake (gluten) Waffle Cones’ and ‘Gluten-Friendly Waffle Cones’ are dairy-free, egg-free and ‘vegan-friendly.’
• Made in a facility in Metro Vancouver that has been making waffle cones since 1982.
• Gluten-friendly cones are made with documented to be gluten-free rice flour, arrowroot, soy lecithin, canola oil & cellulose.
• Shared equipment is blown off and thoroughly scrubbed between gluten and gluten-friendly production.
• Packaging is colour-coded to clearly identify gluten & gluten-friendly cones.

The Trailer!

• On the trailer, gluten-friendly cones are stored in a sealed, labelled bin, entirely separate from gluten cones.
• When you make your dietary needs known upon ordering, staff will wash their hands and put on clean gloves before handling the cone.
• Choose your fruit flavour, mixed with ice cream or vegan soft serve.

Why Mizu!

• Named after Jamie & Vinny’s beloved Belgian Malinois!
• Got a pup? Ask for Mizu’s ‘Pet-Friendly Dog Scoop’ made with a Sugar-Free Cake Cone, scoop of ice cream and a dog treat on top!
• 50% of Mizu’s ‘Pet-Friendly Dog Scoop’ sales are donated to Sooke’s Raincoast Dog Rescue.

What is the New Zealand connection?

• Mizu’s Little Gem Mixer has made New Zealand famous for its soft serve! Components are easy to remove and completely washable. What’s not to love!