Toronto Neighbourhood Food Stores & Catering
Local grocers and food shops offering bulk goods, low-waste options, fresh and house-made dishes for everyday meals and gatherings.
Oyster Boy Toronto
Toronto’s favourite seafood restaurant, wholesaler and retailer of oysters, supporting East Coast Canadian Oyster farmers.
Mollusks arrive daily. Shop the most internationally renowned oysters from small farmers in the east and west coasts of Canada, shucked or unshucked. Dine-in or take out, an extensive menu includes baked oysters, lobster, crab legs, shrimp cocktail, gourmet seafood platters, clams, scallops, crab cakes, albacore tuna, fish & chips, pan-seared halibut and more.
They work with local caterers serving intimate formal presentations to large hotels and event spaces. You can also sign up for the Shuck U two-hour program to learn about buying, shucking and presenting oysters.
Corbin Catering and Foods
Boutique food company specializing in providing incredible food experiences.
Offering a variety of products and services, including full-service catering & event planning, an on-site food shop & market, a takeout food program, delivery and a private chef’s table or dinner party experience.
Chef Corbin Tomaszeski believes great food has the ability to connect us all. His creative spirit is woven into everything he does. He has hosted shows on Food Network Canada and HGTV Canada. His first cookbook is “In Good Company,” featuring easy recipes for everyday gatherings. Gourmet, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian options available.
Kennedy Catering
Special Events and Weekly Prepared Meal Service using sustainable ingredients to create a delicious culinary experience.
Customized meals for small, intimate gatherings to larger venues in the Greater Toronto Area for weddings, receptions, birthdays, anniversaries and special events.
Chef Matthew Kennedy has cultivated a true appreciation for local and seasonal cuisine. He works with you to discover your vision for the event, food and preparation preferences, dietary needs and cultural restrictions. The prepared meal service offers freshly made meals in oven-ready containers.
The Food Dudes
Full-service catering from private parties to weddings in Toronto.
Leading the food truck revolution in this city with a dedicated team providing custom menu selections for street festivals, corporate events and private affairs. Distinctive menus for fundraisers and food-driven events include Appetizer & Stations, Buffet & BBQ, and Sit Down Dinners.
Executive chef Adrian Niman and CEO Lindsay Klein have built a world-class team, delivering culinary experiences featuring fresh and local ingredients, also available at their restaurants at various locations.
City Cottage Market
Cafe, Grocery Store and Bottle Shop in BirchCliff.
Shop on location, locally sourced food essentials from companies, entrepreneurs & farmers that live in this city & country. Pick up or order a weekly delivery of local fruit and vegetables, pantry and frozen items, snacks, pizza, sauces, dairy, produce, beverages, home products and pet treats.
Born in 2021 during the pandemic, The Naraine Family started this business with a focus on supporting local food entrepreneurs & the local economy.
Eadrey Foods
Gourmet Prepared Food Shop with a Caribbean flair, delivery in Leslieville and Riverdale.
Pre-order the selection of fresh home-made meals, which includes Chicken & Fish, Pies & Quiches, Jerk, Rotis & Curries, Casseroles & Pizza, Salads & Soups, Desserts & Sides. Meal packages and care packages are available with special dietary requests. Catering for weddings, special events and private functions available.
After years of fine-tuning her hot sauces and marinades, Entrepreneur Eadrey Hemmings wanted to offer more in her neighbourhood, eager for locally made products and prepared foods.
bare market
One-stop grocery shop for package-free goods, locally-grown and sourced produce, dry goods, oils + vinegars, and many other food products.
bare market partners with The Eco Well to review claims and ingredients of body care and home cleaning products. Bulk dry foods, dairy/vegan alternatives, proteins and ready-to-go prepared meals include bakery, pantry, produce, frozen and chilled food + drinks.
Find bulk shampoo, body lotion, makeup, locally sourced DIY body and home care ingredients such as essential oils, butters, carrier oils, and minerals. Home care products include laundry detergent, bamboo toothbrushes, cleaning supplies and toys.
Saponetti Refill Depot
Zero-waste store for ecologically conscious products and home goods, soap refill and delivery service.
Bulk products are delivered in refundable mason jars, or BYOC pick-up and refill at the store. Shop organic loose-leaf teas and freshly roasted coffee beans in glass jars.
Inspired by milk truck deliveries of the 1950s, Nikki Self and Christian von Seydlitz wanted to purchase everyday items in bulk and cut down on plastic consumption and knew they were not alone. They carry an extensive selection of eco-friendly detergents, all-purpose cleaners, soaps, shampoos & conditioners, pet care, and personal care items.
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