Foie Gras

[AzRaeL]

Does anyone know where to get Foie Gras (raw) in the lowermainland

and what's the damage? How much does it cost?

I feel like preparing a special meal for my GF cuz she's never eaten Foie Gras before (and she better like it too haha).

[Ling]

Les Amis has pieces of foie gras in their coolers. I think they're just under $20 per slice.

[keyes]

Does anyone know where to get Foie Gras (raw) in the lowermainland

and what's the damage? How much does it cost?

I feel like preparing a special meal for my GF cuz she's never eaten Foie Gras before (and she better like it too  haha).

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Greetings,

There's a neat new cheese shop , 1700 Block West 2nd (south side)

The name escapes me (they use to be in Dunbar, always refered to them as "the cheese Ladies)

The have French and Quebec Foie Gras (cheaper)

P.

[Coop]

keyes. I think you mean Les Ami. I know the owners there call themselves "the cheese ladies". Urban Fare usually has slices of Lac Bromme Fois Gras. The Gourmet Warehouse has larger pieces in their freezer.

[AzRaeL]

many thanks y'all. I shall slowly induct her into the world of haute cuisine.

currently, she's as Meat & Potatoes as you can get. Took me plenty of coaxing to get her to try raw fish.

[hopkin]

Try La Petit France (Fir and 10th Ave) where I have sometimes seen Foie Gras. They also have pate, confit de canard, croissants, cakes, chocolates... all made by the owner, great quality.

you might also find Foie Gras at Oyama Sausage Co. in the Granville Island public market. fantastic selection of cheese, pate and sausage there.

[phoodphan]

Try Hills Foods, they have Foie Gras Du Canard.

Let us know how you make out, having tried cooking with Foie Gras, I now leave it to the Professionals.

[Foodie in Vancouver]

I agree with Phoodfan - I leave the Foie Gras to the pros. Dana Reinhardt at Cru is one of the best in my opinion as is West. My most recent experience was at Cru - perfectly carmelized exterior with a meltingly smooth interior. Crunchy, smooth, ethereal flavour. All kinds of experiences in one bite. What eating is all about and what all the searching is about.

[AzRaeL]

Try Hills Foods, they have Foie Gras Du Canard.

Let us know how you make out, having tried cooking with Foie Gras, I now leave it to the Professionals.

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Oh man, is it that difficult? I dont wanna blow $30 worth of fat liver and screw up royally. The recipe seems easy enough. I was inspired by the Iron Chef foiegras challenge.

[phoodphan]

Go for it! There is no better way to learn about Foie Gras than actually cooking with it.

Food is fun, go and play.