St. Lawrence Market

St. Lawrence Market was chosen by National Geographic as the world's best food market. The market is spread over two buildings: St. Lawrence Market North which hosts weekly farmer's markets and antique markets, and St. Lawrence Market South which hosts restaurants, a gallery, and food shops and stalls. Since 1803, St. Lawrence Market has been the community's beating heart and culinary focal point of the city of Toronto. It's the living symbol and anchor of the neighborhood and for the families who live here. It's a place to connect, share stories, and of course, taste and discovers great food.

St. Lawrence Market is rated as an iconic landmark is a culinary hotspot featuring more than 120 merchants and farmers. Row upon row of locally grown produce, freshly baked goods, gourmet cured meats, specialty cheeses, preserves, soups, sandwiches, and international foods are enough to make anyone's mouth water. And the friendly vendors will make visitors feel at home as they take in the sounds, sights, and smells of this cosmopolitan marketplace. During a normal weekday, local craftspeople and artisans come to the market to set up shop and display their wars. With everything from handmade jewelry, to quality natural clothing, to accessories, crafts, and souvenirs, it's an ideal place to find that perfect one-of-a-kind item. St. Lawrence Market became one of the best indoor markets in the world.

• Location: Toronto, Canada