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The Gastronomic Gastown Tour is an Official Canadian Signature Experience!
The Gastronomic Gastown Tour by Vancouver Foodie Tours is the only designated Canadian Signature Experience in Gastown. The Canadian Signature Experience program recognizes one-of-a-kind travel experiences found only in Canada. There are less than 10 Vancouver-based experiences that have earned Destination Canada’s CSE designation.
[CONTEST] Avocado Toast with Vancouver TheatreSports
While many know Granville Island as a foodie destination, the area is also Vancouver's hub for arts and theatre. We've partnered with our neighbours at Vancouver TheatreSports to give away 2 tickets for an evening of laughter featuring VTSL's newest improv show, Avocado Toast!
[CONTEST] Super Foodie Seafood Giveaway
Spot prawns - remarkably light, juicy and delicate - are local to British Columbia and highly sought after by seafood lovers around the world! Enter to win a pair of tickets to the 2018 Spot Prawn Festival, The Best of Downtown Tour, and the Vancouver Aquarium!
The Foodie Hit List – Dine Out Vancouver 2018
It’s the 2018 Dine Out Vancouver Festival in Vancouver and you’ve got 300+ restaurants and events to choose from. From Best Budget Pick to Most Intriguing Menus, get our Top Picks here!
Must-Eats at the Vancouver Christmas Market
The 2017 Vancouver Christmas Market brings European holiday magic to the city Written by: Cecilia Ryan & Joyce Chua Sprawled over Jack Poole Plaza, the 8th annual Vancouver Christmas Market dazzles on Vancouver’s waterfront. The snow-capped North Shore mountains provide a picture-perfect backdrop as you wander the glittering Christmas village. Get lost amongst the rows […]
The Ultimate List of 2017 Vancouver Christmas Events
Something to do, something to eat. That’s how we built our 2017 list of 45 Vancouver Christmas events, foods, and activities! If you’re looking to get in the holiday spirit, you’ll love the variety of Vancouver Christmas events that take over the city. From craft fairs to cozy beverages, holiday markets to festive tours, here’s […]
Travellers’ Guide to Rainy Days in Vancouver
Rainy day in Vancouver? Check out our Top 5 Recommendations for the best things to do, see, and eat on a blustery Vancouver day.
Decades of Lee’s Donuts on Granville Island
It’s 9:00am and the Granville Island Public Market has just opened. You’ve got to love the hum of a market in the morning. There is rhythm, routine, a hint of excitement for what the day may hold.
The Ultimate Guide to Oyama Sausage Company
Oyama Sausage Company's petit charcuterie stand is the busiest shop in the Granville Island Public Market. John and Christine Van de Lieck are 5th generation charcuterie makers with a passion for top-quality products and genuine service. You'll find a handful of lively and jovial employees hustling behind the busy counter at the Public Market, along with 400 products to tantalize your tastebuds.
Granville Island Giveaway with 604 Now
This week, we are delighted to collaborate with the king of Vancouver contests - 604now - to give away 2 tickets to the Granville Island Market Tour!
The Story of the Fresca Medici at JJ Bean Coffee
For coffee lovers like us, the Fresca Medici is a stroke of ingenuity. It's cold and refreshing, just a little bit sweet, and most importantly, still highlights the unique flavour of the espresso.
Inside the Mind of Mr. JJ Bean
To local coffee aficionados, JJ Bean’s locations are well-loved sanctuaries. Yet, to the untrained eye – the new arrival, the traveler – JJ Bean’s obvious presence might attract a wary eye. The feeling is only natural; authentic, local, family businesses don’t often come with 23 storefronts, especially ones that look so chic.
Updated: July 18, 2017
Blog Highlights
A Local Legacy: JJ Bean is a fourth-generation family coffee business founded by John Neate Jr., growing from a humble Granville Island stand to 23 unique, neighborhood-designed locations.
Coffee and Community: JJ Bean focuses on honoring people through great coffee, community-inspired spaces, and empowering employees to grow—many even become shareholders.
True Coffee Craftsmanship: They roast single-origin beans five days a week, use classic German cast iron roasters, and start every week with blind “cuppings” to ensure excellence.
JJ Bean Coffee. It’s everywhere that’s anywhere in Vancouver.
To local coffee aficionados, JJ Bean’s locations are well-loved sanctuaries.
Yet, to the untrained eye – the new arrival, the traveler – JJ Bean’s obvious presence might attract a wary eye. The feeling is only natural; authentic, local, family businesses don’t often come with 23 storefronts, especially ones that look so chic.
But, there are anomalies in all statistics, especially (it seems) when the story begins on Granville Island.
Get VIP Access to World Famous Granville Island Market
FOUR GENERATIONS OF COFFEE
JJ Bean is a family business of fourth generation coffee roasters. “JJ” or John Neate Jr, is a local Vancouverite who loves people, coffee, and design. He’s curated a tight-knit team 350 employees, alongside his son, Jesse, and the company’s Q Grader, Grady.
“Coffee means everything to me. It’s my lifeblood – a generational thing. Coffee actually transformed my relationship with my father and it’s allowed me to get close to my kids. I’m very honoured to take part in so many peoples’ lives.”
– John Neate Jr, President and Founder of JJ Bean Coffee
THE FIRST JJ BEAN DIDN’T EVEN HAVE AN ESPRESSO MACHINE
The origins of JJ Bean truly started with John Neate Jr’s grandfather and his business called “Neates Coffee.”
In his youth, John Neate Jr worked with his father and grandfather before moving to Nestle for a taste of the corporate life. From Nestle, John said, “I learned the numbers of a business.”
The original JJ Bean at the Granville Island Public Market was once home to “Upper Canada Coffee” and then, just “The Coffee Roasters”. When John took over in 1996, they only roasted and sold whole beans.
Drip coffee was on the menu, but espresso were not sold until the late 1990s, when John was able to convince Granville Island that it was a good idea.
23 NEIGHBOURHOOD DESIGNS
Despite the 23 JJ Bean Coffee shops (including 4 recent openings in Toronto), every location has a unique design. Each space is thoughtfully designed to honour and reflect the character of the neighbourhood.
“If we can have an impact on the communities where we are, that would just thrill me to no end.”
For example, JJ Bean’s Alberni Street location is in the heart of Vancouver’s luxury shopping district. The design is very modern, clean, and white.
“When you walk in, there’s a mirror so you can see yourself; you can make sure your outfit is still looking good. We built a catwalk with the seating, so everyone can see you as you walk by. Floor to ceiling windows. Another mirror when you hit the stairs.”
The Main Street location, on the other hand, is affectionately described as a “hipster living room.”
BUILDING A FAMILY OF 350
Of John’s 350 employees, almost all of them started as baristas at JJ Bean. They’re people with passion – “we look for people who are passionate about something…doesn’t have to be coffee,” John says.
Photo Credit: Dialogue Design
On the job, staff members get to wear what they want, earn benefits and compensation, and even, eventually become JJ Bean shareholders. Together, the team works to honour people through great coffee, food, spaces, and service.
“I love watching people grow. And people who join me, generally, don’t know what they want to do. To be able to take peoples’ gifts and fan them into flame, is just a wonderful joy for me.”
AND ABOUT THAT COFFEE…
Stories aside, success in Vancouver’s coffee specialized market does not come without excellent products.
We are proud to showcase JJ Bean on our Granville Island Market Tour for their amazing story and commitment to:
1. Single origin coffees.
2. Starting each week with a blind taste test called “cupping” – JJ Bean looks for “terroir” – the flavours of the region.
3. Roasting 5 days a week in East Vancouver.
4. Listing their roast date on every bag of coffee beans they sell.
5. Using classic German Cast Iron Roasters (there are a limited number of them left in the world). It’s said that their ability to retain and distribute heat allows for roasting perfection.
It also doesn’t hurt that 100% of their pastries – scones, croissants, cookies – are JJ Bean recipes, made in house.
–
In partnership with Edible Canada, 2017 marks our 12 Year Anniversary of the Granville Island Market Tour.
This article is part of a 12-week series that honours the stories of #CanadasMarket.
Learn more about the Granville Island Market Tour here
Gastronomic Gastown
Updated: July 18, 2017
Blog Highlights
A Local Legacy: JJ Bean is a fourth-generation family coffee business founded by John Neate Jr., growing from a humble Granville Island stand to 23 unique, neighborhood-designed locations.
Coffee and Community: JJ Bean focuses on honoring people through great coffee, community-inspired spaces, and empowering employees to grow—many even become shareholders.
True Coffee Craftsmanship: They roast single-origin beans five days a week, use classic German cast iron roasters, and start every week with blind “cuppings” to ensure excellence.
JJ Bean Coffee. It’s everywhere that’s anywhere in Vancouver.
To local coffee aficionados, JJ Bean’s locations are well-loved sanctuaries.
Yet, to the untrained eye – the new arrival, the traveler – JJ Bean’s obvious presence might attract a wary eye. The feeling is only natural; authentic, local, family businesses don’t often come with 23 storefronts, especially ones that look so chic.
But, there are anomalies in all statistics, especially (it seems) when the story begins on Granville Island.
Get VIP Access to World Famous Granville Island Market
FOUR GENERATIONS OF COFFEE
JJ Bean is a family business of fourth generation coffee roasters. “JJ” or John Neate Jr, is a local Vancouverite who loves people, coffee, and design. He’s curated a tight-knit team 350 employees, alongside his son, Jesse, and the company’s Q Grader, Grady.
“Coffee means everything to me. It’s my lifeblood – a generational thing. Coffee actually transformed my relationship with my father and it’s allowed me to get close to my kids. I’m very honoured to take part in so many peoples’ lives.”
– John Neate Jr, President and Founder of JJ Bean Coffee
THE FIRST JJ BEAN DIDN’T EVEN HAVE AN ESPRESSO MACHINE
The origins of JJ Bean truly started with John Neate Jr’s grandfather and his business called “Neates Coffee.”
In his youth, John Neate Jr worked with his father and grandfather before moving to Nestle for a taste of the corporate life. From Nestle, John said, “I learned the numbers of a business.”
The original JJ Bean at the Granville Island Public Market was once home to “Upper Canada Coffee” and then, just “The Coffee Roasters”. When John took over in 1996, they only roasted and sold whole beans.
Drip coffee was on the menu, but espresso were not sold until the late 1990s, when John was able to convince Granville Island that it was a good idea.
23 NEIGHBOURHOOD DESIGNS
Despite the 23 JJ Bean Coffee shops (including 4 recent openings in Toronto), every location has a unique design. Each space is thoughtfully designed to honour and reflect the character of the neighbourhood.
“If we can have an impact on the communities where we are, that would just thrill me to no end.”
For example, JJ Bean’s Alberni Street location is in the heart of Vancouver’s luxury shopping district. The design is very modern, clean, and white.
“When you walk in, there’s a mirror so you can see yourself; you can make sure your outfit is still looking good. We built a catwalk with the seating, so everyone can see you as you walk by. Floor to ceiling windows. Another mirror when you hit the stairs.”
The Main Street location, on the other hand, is affectionately described as a “hipster living room.”
BUILDING A FAMILY OF 350
Of John’s 350 employees, almost all of them started as baristas at JJ Bean. They’re people with passion – “we look for people who are passionate about something…doesn’t have to be coffee,” John says.
Photo Credit: Dialogue Design
On the job, staff members get to wear what they want, earn benefits and compensation, and even, eventually become JJ Bean shareholders. Together, the team works to honour people through great coffee, food, spaces, and service.
“I love watching people grow. And people who join me, generally, don’t know what they want to do. To be able to take peoples’ gifts and fan them into flame, is just a wonderful joy for me.”
AND ABOUT THAT COFFEE…
Stories aside, success in Vancouver’s coffee specialized market does not come without excellent products.
We are proud to showcase JJ Bean on our Granville Island Market Tour for their amazing story and commitment to:
1. Single origin coffees.
2. Starting each week with a blind taste test called “cupping” – JJ Bean looks for “terroir” – the flavours of the region.
3. Roasting 5 days a week in East Vancouver.
4. Listing their roast date on every bag of coffee beans they sell.
5. Using classic German Cast Iron Roasters (there are a limited number of them left in the world). It’s said that their ability to retain and distribute heat allows for roasting perfection.
It also doesn’t hurt that 100% of their pastries – scones, croissants, cookies – are JJ Bean recipes, made in house.
–
In partnership with Edible Canada, 2017 marks our 12 Year Anniversary of the Granville Island Market Tour.
This article is part of a 12-week series that honours the stories of #CanadasMarket.
Learn more about the Granville Island Market Tour here
Granville Island Market
Updated: July 18, 2017
Blog Highlights
A Local Legacy: JJ Bean is a fourth-generation family coffee business founded by John Neate Jr., growing from a humble Granville Island stand to 23 unique, neighborhood-designed locations.
Coffee and Community: JJ Bean focuses on honoring people through great coffee, community-inspired spaces, and empowering employees to grow—many even become shareholders.
True Coffee Craftsmanship: They roast single-origin beans five days a week, use classic German cast iron roasters, and start every week with blind “cuppings” to ensure excellence.
JJ Bean Coffee. It’s everywhere that’s anywhere in Vancouver.
To local coffee aficionados, JJ Bean’s locations are well-loved sanctuaries.
Yet, to the untrained eye – the new arrival, the traveler – JJ Bean’s obvious presence might attract a wary eye. The feeling is only natural; authentic, local, family businesses don’t often come with 23 storefronts, especially ones that look so chic.
But, there are anomalies in all statistics, especially (it seems) when the story begins on Granville Island.
Get VIP Access to World Famous Granville Island Market
FOUR GENERATIONS OF COFFEE
JJ Bean is a family business of fourth generation coffee roasters. “JJ” or John Neate Jr, is a local Vancouverite who loves people, coffee, and design. He’s curated a tight-knit team 350 employees, alongside his son, Jesse, and the company’s Q Grader, Grady.
“Coffee means everything to me. It’s my lifeblood – a generational thing. Coffee actually transformed my relationship with my father and it’s allowed me to get close to my kids. I’m very honoured to take part in so many peoples’ lives.”
– John Neate Jr, President and Founder of JJ Bean Coffee
THE FIRST JJ BEAN DIDN’T EVEN HAVE AN ESPRESSO MACHINE
The origins of JJ Bean truly started with John Neate Jr’s grandfather and his business called “Neates Coffee.”
In his youth, John Neate Jr worked with his father and grandfather before moving to Nestle for a taste of the corporate life. From Nestle, John said, “I learned the numbers of a business.”
The original JJ Bean at the Granville Island Public Market was once home to “Upper Canada Coffee” and then, just “The Coffee Roasters”. When John took over in 1996, they only roasted and sold whole beans.
Drip coffee was on the menu, but espresso were not sold until the late 1990s, when John was able to convince Granville Island that it was a good idea.
23 NEIGHBOURHOOD DESIGNS
Despite the 23 JJ Bean Coffee shops (including 4 recent openings in Toronto), every location has a unique design. Each space is thoughtfully designed to honour and reflect the character of the neighbourhood.
“If we can have an impact on the communities where we are, that would just thrill me to no end.”
For example, JJ Bean’s Alberni Street location is in the heart of Vancouver’s luxury shopping district. The design is very modern, clean, and white.
“When you walk in, there’s a mirror so you can see yourself; you can make sure your outfit is still looking good. We built a catwalk with the seating, so everyone can see you as you walk by. Floor to ceiling windows. Another mirror when you hit the stairs.”
The Main Street location, on the other hand, is affectionately described as a “hipster living room.”
BUILDING A FAMILY OF 350
Of John’s 350 employees, almost all of them started as baristas at JJ Bean. They’re people with passion – “we look for people who are passionate about something…doesn’t have to be coffee,” John says.
Photo Credit: Dialogue Design
On the job, staff members get to wear what they want, earn benefits and compensation, and even, eventually become JJ Bean shareholders. Together, the team works to honour people through great coffee, food, spaces, and service.
“I love watching people grow. And people who join me, generally, don’t know what they want to do. To be able to take peoples’ gifts and fan them into flame, is just a wonderful joy for me.”
AND ABOUT THAT COFFEE…
Stories aside, success in Vancouver’s coffee specialized market does not come without excellent products.
We are proud to showcase JJ Bean on our Granville Island Market Tour for their amazing story and commitment to:
1. Single origin coffees.
2. Starting each week with a blind taste test called “cupping” – JJ Bean looks for “terroir” – the flavours of the region.
3. Roasting 5 days a week in East Vancouver.
4. Listing their roast date on every bag of coffee beans they sell.
5. Using classic German Cast Iron Roasters (there are a limited number of them left in the world). It’s said that their ability to retain and distribute heat allows for roasting perfection.
It also doesn’t hurt that 100% of their pastries – scones, croissants, cookies – are JJ Bean recipes, made in house.
–
In partnership with Edible Canada, 2017 marks our 12 Year Anniversary of the Granville Island Market Tour.
This article is part of a 12-week series that honours the stories of #CanadasMarket.
Learn more about the Granville Island Market Tour here
Authentic Asian Eats
Updated: July 18, 2017
Blog Highlights
A Local Legacy: JJ Bean is a fourth-generation family coffee business founded by John Neate Jr., growing from a humble Granville Island stand to 23 unique, neighborhood-designed locations.
Coffee and Community: JJ Bean focuses on honoring people through great coffee, community-inspired spaces, and empowering employees to grow—many even become shareholders.
True Coffee Craftsmanship: They roast single-origin beans five days a week, use classic German cast iron roasters, and start every week with blind “cuppings” to ensure excellence.
JJ Bean Coffee. It’s everywhere that’s anywhere in Vancouver.
To local coffee aficionados, JJ Bean’s locations are well-loved sanctuaries.
Yet, to the untrained eye – the new arrival, the traveler – JJ Bean’s obvious presence might attract a wary eye. The feeling is only natural; authentic, local, family businesses don’t often come with 23 storefronts, especially ones that look so chic.
But, there are anomalies in all statistics, especially (it seems) when the story begins on Granville Island.
Get VIP Access to World Famous Granville Island Market
FOUR GENERATIONS OF COFFEE
JJ Bean is a family business of fourth generation coffee roasters. “JJ” or John Neate Jr, is a local Vancouverite who loves people, coffee, and design. He’s curated a tight-knit team 350 employees, alongside his son, Jesse, and the company’s Q Grader, Grady.
“Coffee means everything to me. It’s my lifeblood – a generational thing. Coffee actually transformed my relationship with my father and it’s allowed me to get close to my kids. I’m very honoured to take part in so many peoples’ lives.”
– John Neate Jr, President and Founder of JJ Bean Coffee
THE FIRST JJ BEAN DIDN’T EVEN HAVE AN ESPRESSO MACHINE
The origins of JJ Bean truly started with John Neate Jr’s grandfather and his business called “Neates Coffee.”
In his youth, John Neate Jr worked with his father and grandfather before moving to Nestle for a taste of the corporate life. From Nestle, John said, “I learned the numbers of a business.”
The original JJ Bean at the Granville Island Public Market was once home to “Upper Canada Coffee” and then, just “The Coffee Roasters”. When John took over in 1996, they only roasted and sold whole beans.
Drip coffee was on the menu, but espresso were not sold until the late 1990s, when John was able to convince Granville Island that it was a good idea.
23 NEIGHBOURHOOD DESIGNS
Despite the 23 JJ Bean Coffee shops (including 4 recent openings in Toronto), every location has a unique design. Each space is thoughtfully designed to honour and reflect the character of the neighbourhood.
“If we can have an impact on the communities where we are, that would just thrill me to no end.”
For example, JJ Bean’s Alberni Street location is in the heart of Vancouver’s luxury shopping district. The design is very modern, clean, and white.
“When you walk in, there’s a mirror so you can see yourself; you can make sure your outfit is still looking good. We built a catwalk with the seating, so everyone can see you as you walk by. Floor to ceiling windows. Another mirror when you hit the stairs.”
The Main Street location, on the other hand, is affectionately described as a “hipster living room.”
BUILDING A FAMILY OF 350
Of John’s 350 employees, almost all of them started as baristas at JJ Bean. They’re people with passion – “we look for people who are passionate about something…doesn’t have to be coffee,” John says.
Photo Credit: Dialogue Design
On the job, staff members get to wear what they want, earn benefits and compensation, and even, eventually become JJ Bean shareholders. Together, the team works to honour people through great coffee, food, spaces, and service.
“I love watching people grow. And people who join me, generally, don’t know what they want to do. To be able to take peoples’ gifts and fan them into flame, is just a wonderful joy for me.”
AND ABOUT THAT COFFEE…
Stories aside, success in Vancouver’s coffee specialized market does not come without excellent products.
We are proud to showcase JJ Bean on our Granville Island Market Tour for their amazing story and commitment to:
1. Single origin coffees.
2. Starting each week with a blind taste test called “cupping” – JJ Bean looks for “terroir” – the flavours of the region.
3. Roasting 5 days a week in East Vancouver.
4. Listing their roast date on every bag of coffee beans they sell.
5. Using classic German Cast Iron Roasters (there are a limited number of them left in the world). It’s said that their ability to retain and distribute heat allows for roasting perfection.
It also doesn’t hurt that 100% of their pastries – scones, croissants, cookies – are JJ Bean recipes, made in house.
–
In partnership with Edible Canada, 2017 marks our 12 Year Anniversary of the Granville Island Market Tour.
This article is part of a 12-week series that honours the stories of #CanadasMarket.
Learn more about the Granville Island Market Tour here
Granville Island Uncorked
Updated: July 18, 2017
Blog Highlights
A Local Legacy: JJ Bean is a fourth-generation family coffee business founded by John Neate Jr., growing from a humble Granville Island stand to 23 unique, neighborhood-designed locations.
Coffee and Community: JJ Bean focuses on honoring people through great coffee, community-inspired spaces, and empowering employees to grow—many even become shareholders.
True Coffee Craftsmanship: They roast single-origin beans five days a week, use classic German cast iron roasters, and start every week with blind “cuppings” to ensure excellence.
JJ Bean Coffee. It’s everywhere that’s anywhere in Vancouver.
To local coffee aficionados, JJ Bean’s locations are well-loved sanctuaries.
Yet, to the untrained eye – the new arrival, the traveler – JJ Bean’s obvious presence might attract a wary eye. The feeling is only natural; authentic, local, family businesses don’t often come with 23 storefronts, especially ones that look so chic.
But, there are anomalies in all statistics, especially (it seems) when the story begins on Granville Island.
Get VIP Access to World Famous Granville Island Market
FOUR GENERATIONS OF COFFEE
JJ Bean is a family business of fourth generation coffee roasters. “JJ” or John Neate Jr, is a local Vancouverite who loves people, coffee, and design. He’s curated a tight-knit team 350 employees, alongside his son, Jesse, and the company’s Q Grader, Grady.
“Coffee means everything to me. It’s my lifeblood – a generational thing. Coffee actually transformed my relationship with my father and it’s allowed me to get close to my kids. I’m very honoured to take part in so many peoples’ lives.”
– John Neate Jr, President and Founder of JJ Bean Coffee
THE FIRST JJ BEAN DIDN’T EVEN HAVE AN ESPRESSO MACHINE
The origins of JJ Bean truly started with John Neate Jr’s grandfather and his business called “Neates Coffee.”
In his youth, John Neate Jr worked with his father and grandfather before moving to Nestle for a taste of the corporate life. From Nestle, John said, “I learned the numbers of a business.”
The original JJ Bean at the Granville Island Public Market was once home to “Upper Canada Coffee” and then, just “The Coffee Roasters”. When John took over in 1996, they only roasted and sold whole beans.
Drip coffee was on the menu, but espresso were not sold until the late 1990s, when John was able to convince Granville Island that it was a good idea.
23 NEIGHBOURHOOD DESIGNS
Despite the 23 JJ Bean Coffee shops (including 4 recent openings in Toronto), every location has a unique design. Each space is thoughtfully designed to honour and reflect the character of the neighbourhood.
“If we can have an impact on the communities where we are, that would just thrill me to no end.”
For example, JJ Bean’s Alberni Street location is in the heart of Vancouver’s luxury shopping district. The design is very modern, clean, and white.
“When you walk in, there’s a mirror so you can see yourself; you can make sure your outfit is still looking good. We built a catwalk with the seating, so everyone can see you as you walk by. Floor to ceiling windows. Another mirror when you hit the stairs.”
The Main Street location, on the other hand, is affectionately described as a “hipster living room.”
BUILDING A FAMILY OF 350
Of John’s 350 employees, almost all of them started as baristas at JJ Bean. They’re people with passion – “we look for people who are passionate about something…doesn’t have to be coffee,” John says.
Photo Credit: Dialogue Design
On the job, staff members get to wear what they want, earn benefits and compensation, and even, eventually become JJ Bean shareholders. Together, the team works to honour people through great coffee, food, spaces, and service.
“I love watching people grow. And people who join me, generally, don’t know what they want to do. To be able to take peoples’ gifts and fan them into flame, is just a wonderful joy for me.”
AND ABOUT THAT COFFEE…
Stories aside, success in Vancouver’s coffee specialized market does not come without excellent products.
We are proud to showcase JJ Bean on our Granville Island Market Tour for their amazing story and commitment to:
1. Single origin coffees.
2. Starting each week with a blind taste test called “cupping” – JJ Bean looks for “terroir” – the flavours of the region.
3. Roasting 5 days a week in East Vancouver.
4. Listing their roast date on every bag of coffee beans they sell.
5. Using classic German Cast Iron Roasters (there are a limited number of them left in the world). It’s said that their ability to retain and distribute heat allows for roasting perfection.
It also doesn’t hurt that 100% of their pastries – scones, croissants, cookies – are JJ Bean recipes, made in house.
–
In partnership with Edible Canada, 2017 marks our 12 Year Anniversary of the Granville Island Market Tour.
This article is part of a 12-week series that honours the stories of #CanadasMarket.
Learn more about the Granville Island Market Tour here