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Vancouver Island

Eating

1 Public Market Stewart Avenue Opening time: Daily 9am–9pmGet your obligatory Nanaimo bar, or other cheap edibles, at the food stands in the market.

2 Gina's 47 Skinner St 250/753-5411 An unmissable Mexican outfit perched on the edge of a cliff and painted bright pink with an electric blue roof.

3 Bluenose Chowder House 1340 Stewart Ave 250/754-6611 Opening time: Closed MonThe town's best seafood choice, also party to a nice outside terrace. F

4 Javawocky 90 Front St 250/753-1688 A good little café with a seating area looking out to sea.

5 Globe Bar & Grille 25 Front St 250/754-4910 For hearty snacks, steaks or seafood.