The Gourmet Warehouse
RetailBritish Columbia, Canada11-50 Employees
The Gourmet Warehouse is a Vancouver, British Columbia-based retailer that specializes in international ingredients and housewares for both professional kitchens and home cooks. Founded in 1998 by Chef Caren McSherry, it began in a compact alley-access warehouse and has grown to a storefront that spans over 19,000 square feet of product space. The offering blends specialty ingredients with cookware essentials, ranging from everyday utensils to traditional cooking vessels. Its staff are described as friendly and knowledgeable, providing guidance on recipes and product selections to help customers achieve their cooking goals. The company operates within the retail sector's specialty foods and housewares segment, emphasizing authentic and original products sourced from around the world to support culinary exploration. In 2021, it collaborated with local charities to launch a special-edition charitable olive oil, reflecting community engagement.