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| - If you are what you eat, then I must be Whole Foods. I probably do 3/4 of my grocery shopping here because lately I have been trying to eat as much organic as I can. Farmer's markets are great but our schedules never seem to be agreeable.
The Oakville Whole Foods is quite a bit different than the one in downtown Toronto. First, the parking lot is huge. No need to go through the underground maze and worry about someone dinging your car. Second, the store itself is much larger; in result, there are a larger selection of just about everything.
In fact, it really reminds me of the ones south of the border... in all aspects. Including the "yummy mommies" in their Land Rovers and Mercedes, who are picking up some yellow fin tuna on the way home from the yoga & spa. It seems like the wealthiest come to shop here, and the prices reflect it. $6.99 for a pack of organic strawberries, $12 for an 8oz grass fed NY strip, you get the idea.
As mentioned before, the selection is very good. Lots of produce, lots of proteins and everything else in between. Sure you can probably find as good or better with fish mongers or at a produce market, but not all under one roof.
The reason why give them four stars is because of their impeccable customer service. I mean, really.. grocery stores are grocery stores, right? This one is obviously more cleaner and inviting, but so are other more upscale grocery stores like Loblaws and Fortino's. But service is what sets this one apart from others.
For example, they will allow you to return ANY opened item if you do not like it. That is pretty impressive.. basically, they are standing behind every item that they sell in the store. I also find their staff throughout the store are more than willing to stop their current duties and take the time to help you find anything you need.
Not for everyone, but if your husband happens to be a dental surgeon, then this is the place to pick up your groceries :P
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