Through Dream Cuisines, a cohort of newcomer women gain access to mentorship, kitchen space, and peer-based knowledge sharing as they build up their burgeoning food businesses and launch them into the mainstream.
Flavours of Hope Cafe at Granville Island Public Market
You’re Invited: Holiday Launch Party at Flavours of Hope Cafe 🎉
We’re celebrating the official launch of our new year-round, community-driven cafe at Granville Island… and you’re invited!
Thank you for supporting us since our opening weekend last month! Now, we’re ready to welcome our community for a special afternoon of traditional food, delicious treats, and holiday joy. Come gather with us and get to know the five local, immigrant women-owned and Black-owned food businesses behind our collaborative menu:
Kula Foods: African plant-based lentil stew, sambusa and spiced hot chocolate
Sabor a Yucatan: Yucatecan cochinita pibil, frijoles, lime soup and horchata
Elaichi Patisserie: Indian inspired sweet + savoury pastries and desserts
Elbo Patties: Jamaican jerk chicken, beef and mushroom patties
Ruka Cocina: Chilean traditional beef, chicken, cheese empanadas and sopaipillas
Enjoy seasonal food samples, special menu offerings, and holiday raffle baskets.
📍 Granville Island Public Market (across from JJ Bean)
📅 Saturday, December 20th | 🕛 12 PM – 5 PM
This isn’t just a cafe, it’s a place where cultures meet, stories are shared, and community is celebrated through food!
Welcome to our collective cafe space!
A look back at the transformation from our pop-up space to a cafe space in 2025 supporting over 20 BIPOC owned small food businesses in our community.
Dream Cuisines is proudly supported by:
