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| - The first few times I couldn't quite figure out Fou D'Ici. Is it a grocery store for imported goods? Is it an organic grocery store, a la Whole Foods? Eventually, I came to the conclusion that it's neither. Instead, it's a posh high-end grocery store with only the gourmet food items.
You find Ramen noodles or Kraft Macaroni and Cheese at Fou D'Ici, it just isn't that kind of a place. However, if you if you are in the mood for some truffle infused something or matsutake paste, Fou D'Ici should be your first stop.
Compared to a mega grocer like Super C or IGA, the Fou is small, but they seem to have all their bases covered. You can find a decent selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, assorted cheeses, some canned and dried goods, a deli, a bakery, a selection of cooking utensils and a selection of bulk olives and pickled goods. I'm a big fan of their bakery. I also usually peruse their cheese selection and pick up some of their very nice deli meats.
Fou isn't where I do the bulk of my grocery shopping, but when I'm in the neighborhood or looking for something different or unique I swing in. It's uncrowded and pleasant to spend time browsing their wares, unlike the big chains which can test my nerves and patience. Of course, the downside is that it'll cost you, the prices definitely reflect the gourmet and posh selection of goods.
Sure it's not my corner grocery store where I go to get milk and eggs, it'd bankrupt me, but if I'm looking for something a bit more special Fou D'Ici is where I turn.
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