Drink It All In
Vancouver juice bars are on the rise as locals discover the
benefits of these detoxifying drinks. What better way to conquer
your fitness goals? Drink up and cool down with post-workout
delights around the city By Danielle Cunningham
Gastown
Whether it’s a post-spin class pick-me-up you’re
seeking, or hydration after an afternoon of sight-
seeing, Nectar (page 99) has you covered. The
menu features juices with seasonal flavours and
specific healing properties. Some aid in digestion,
promote healthy immune function, clear the skin
or support weight loss, while others simply aid in
recovering from a night out. All Nectar juices have
been pulped and pressed using a hydraulic press
to pack in nutrients. The Motivate “milkshake”
steals the show with hemp seeds, chia seeds,
cardamom, cinnamon, vanilla, raw honey and
alkaline water. Visit the flagship location on West
Hastings, or stop by the cart on Granville.
Coal Harbour
Tackling Vancouver’s seawall on foot or by bike is
no small task—leave the guilt at home and treat
yourself to a nutrient-dense snack, fresh off the
press from MELU Juice & Health Bar (page 92).
Try the Berry Beetiful, which looks and tastes just
like it sounds: apple, tomato, beetroot and straw-
berry all flavour this vibrantly coloured detoxifier.
Vegan nut mylks, guilt-free desserts and nourish-
ing meals are also available on the run. Potted
plants, tapestry and exposed brick walls make the
space Instagram-worthy.
Granville island
Once you’ve taken advantage of the kayaking
or paddleboarding at Granville Island, reach for
a healthy temptation on shore at Fraser Valley
Juice & Salad (page 100). Located in the Public
Market, this spot offers fresh squeezed juice and
health-focused fare. The sweetness of summer
is captured in the Tropical Fruit Juice, with sweet
kiwi, orange, pineapple and strawberry. Savouries
like Vietnamese noodle salad and stir-fried veg-
etables are also served.
Kitsilano
After a few laps in Kitsilano Pool, or a sandy vol-
leyball match, dive into a refreshment at Olive +
Ruby Café (page 101). This local hang-out is a
feast for both your eyes and your taste buds.
Suspended wicker chairs, a colourful mural, a
communal table and wall-mounted plants make
this space an oasis in any season. Cold-pressed
concoctions from Sexy Juice, such as the Restore
Tonic, feature simple ingredients for fuel and
hydration. This fan-favourite contains hibiscus,
lavender, camomile, lemon balm, maple syrup
and alkaline water. Mouth-watering smoothies
and “things on toast” leave you craving seconds.
nortH vanCouver
Whether you’ve strolled across the 139-m-
(459-ft-) long Capilano Suspension Bridge or
trekked up 853 m (2,800 ft) of sheer incline
on the arduous Grouse Grind, you deserve a
wholesome reward. Our choice? The Juicery Co.
(page 101), nestled in North Van’s picturesque
Edgemont Village. This cozy juice shack also
boasts nut mylks, elixirs and raw organic fare to
quench your thirst or satiate your cravings after
clocking in a calorie-burner in the great outdoors.
Try a hydrating Watermelon Fresca, replete with
watermelon rind, cucumber, basil, mint, lime and
chia seeds.
June 2017
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