• 5
• Hearty, delicious, animal-free meals and take-home food

Very good charcuterie box: I’ve reviewed VGB's on-site food in years past, but during the recent lockdown I ordered (for pickup) their Deluxe Charcuterie Box, which includes several of their meats as well as two of The Cultured Nut’s cheeses. (July 2020: this box is not currently available. Too bad. I liked the combination of meats and cheeses.) My order was ready for pickup sooner than expected. I thawed one item at a time from the freezer, and the Box lasted me many weeks. I especially enjoyed the Ribz. The Pepperoni was good on pizza and in a sandwich. The Smokin’ Bangers have a nice nip to them - once they were warmed in a lightly oiled pan, I enjoyed them in a sausage sandwich as well as chopped into a (tofu) scramble. I might have preferred the Bacon to come thinly sliced, but it tasted good with my breakfast. My least favourite item was the Deli Fowl, but it was still good in a sandwich with mayo and lettuce. Both soft cheeses from The Cultured Nut were good (and their butter is every bit as good as non-local Miyoko’s). I’m glad to see VGB’s products appearing in local (Victoria BC) grocery stores and at Zero Waste Emporium. ----- Older review: "We butcher beans." I was eager to try a burger by VG Butchers, and it didn't disappoint! I had the delicious Smokin' Burger, which has chopped avocado, red pepper, spinach leaves and cheeze-topped patty on a good bun. Loved it! I've brought home a package of their Very Good burger patties. I'll be back as soon as possible to try their Reuben sandwich and hot dog. We're very lucky in Victoria to have a vegan outlet like this. Perfect location right inside the front door of the Market. [later edit: now further inside the Market, in a larger space] Updated from previous review on 2018-11-21