Green + Carrot

The Green Carrot Juicing Co. has landed in Osborne Village for a few months now and it seems to be a welcome addition. It's located where the art gallery used to be and is now nestled in between the chiropractor and Optical store.

As you may have noticed from my last post, I ventured in over my lunch break to understand more about this juicy world and understand the latest fad. Is it me or is every fitness magazine talking about the latest juice craze or liquid diets? 

When you walk in, right away you are hit with a hipster vibe decorated with an industrial twist. I loved the relaxed seating area and the chalkboard with all the information one would want to know (me) about this interesting world. Are the ingredients local? Health benefits? How will this put a little more pep in my step?

All looked and sounded good even the clever names (Strong Like Bull anyone?) to describe the available freshly pressed juices and smoothies (all dairy free!)... until I saw the prices.  Depending on which juice you choose,  you could be looking at $9 for 493 ml of juice freshness. Really? Luckily I decided to try this place out on customer appreciation day which meant I could buy 1 juice and get the other 1/2 off. I decided to try Summer Breeze and Morning Greens since they are the most popular choice.  They also had a display of brownies that I couldn't pass up. Who wouldn't want a Quinoa Chia Cacao Brownie? No one that's who! It was delicious and worth the $5. It was also vegan! 

M. tried out the Morning Greens for breakfast the next day. I think the price of each juice deterred us because as he said "it's okay but couldn't we make this at home'? Yes. I felt the same way. It was a nice treat and I am happy to support a local business but $9 on a juice even once a week feels expensive. For both juices (one at 1/2 off) and the brownie was $21 total. However, i'm the girl that stops at Starbucks every morning because of convenience so maybe I should re-evaluate my priorities.

That being said, the juices are good, fresh  and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The Green Carrot is unique for Winnipeg and not part of a mall which is always a plus. They focus on cold pressed juicing which you can find out more about here. There is a great variety of juice (perfect for picky eaters or those who want to hide their daily vegetable intake in something fruity), smoothies and some food and baking. 

I encourage you to try this new cool spot next time you find yourself in Osborne Village. This treat may be expensive but it's healthy and refreshing. A lot less calories and no sugar added compared to certain other businesses who are promoting tea lemonades for only a couple bucks cheaper.