The Magical Vancouver Christmas Market

Even though it was pouring rain, The Vegan Project decided it was about time to use our Groupon for the Vancouver Christmas Market last night.  We had no idea that it would be such an authentic and charming European Christmas experience!

Upon arrival, we promptly cashed in our Groupon for two complimentary mugs, which we filled with delicious Feuerzangenbowle (hot spiced wine with rum), served by a delightful, elf-like British lad who rung a large golden bell when we tipped him.

Then, we walked through the little maze of wooden huts, each featuring some sort of craft or European treat, which ranged from crepes, Swiss raclette, baked goods, stuffed baked potatoes, cider, beer and lots more.

Of course, we immediately sought out the vegan-friendly items, which as far as we could tell, consisted of the vegetarian stuffed baked potato (pictured above – hold the cheese), two varieties of the Brataepfel from Das Apfelhaus (baked apples stuffed with yummy things like pecans, cranberries and brown sugar – but make sure you hold the vanilla and chocolate sauces), and several baked goods from The Artisan Bake Shoppe, who were kind enough to give us a sample of their amazing vegan chocolate cake.  We also tried their ginger cookie, which was equally delicious.

Highlights of the Vancouver Christmas Market were certainly the live carolers who sang in a cute little gazebo, the handmade Polish pottery stand, and the large tent featuring authentic, handmade German Christmas crafts, decorations and beer steins.   There is also a children’s tent where kids can make crafts and get their faces painted.

By the end of our visit, we’d sufficiently used up our three-mulled-wine quota and made plans to return again to enjoy some more.  Even if it’s raining, we highly recommend a visit to the Vancouver Christmas Market.  There are plenty of covered areas to hang out and enjoy the magical and delicious experience.

The Vancouver Christmas Market is located at the Plaza at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Georgia in downtown Vancouver.  It runs until December 24th, and is open daily from 11am to 9pm.

~ The Vegan Project

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