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Food Center — The Island’s Centrally Located Market

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Whether you’re in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands as a visitor, a local — or always in spirit — Coconut Post keeps you posted on fun-filled news ’n views. Published monthly by Flamboyan On The Bay Resort & Villas, we’re focused on sharing our people, places, and fun things happening in paradise.

July, 2023

Above: Welcome to Food Center, conveniently located west of Red Hook on Route 32.

Top of the page: Food Center offers a terrific selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, including a tempting array of organics.

Your complete one-stop island supermarket, Food Center offers optimal  convenience with “the largest variety of merchandise on island.”

A number of our Flamboyan On The Bay guests are bareboat charter yacht patrons and make it a point to provision their vessels at Food Center before heading out to sea.

From gourmet delicacies to everyday needs, you are sure to find everything on your shopping list — and so much more.

Food Center boasts clean, sparkling displays everywhere you look, as well as wide aisles to enhance your overall shopping experience.

Above: From domestic and imported beer to wine, liquor and popular liqueurs, Food Center is the place to stock up during your stay in paradise.

Above: When it comes to fresh veggies, you’ve come to the right place — Food Center.

Above: In addition to all your grocery needs, Food Center offers a flavorful selection of hot, ready-to-eat dishes including local favorites.

Offerings range from a complete selection of meats, dairy products, groceries, seafood, fresh veggies, fruits and frozen foods to wine, beer, liquor and more — as well as an amazing array of organics.

Be sure to check out the tempting display of freshly prepared hot dishes available at Food Center. What a great place to pick up local taste treats!

Need over-the-counter medications? Forgot your sunscreen? You’ve come to the right place.

By the way, Food Center is happy to prepare made-to-order party platters featuring your choice of meats, cheeses, fruits — cooked food, too.

Food Center also has a full-service bakery with freshly baked breads, pastries and so much more.

Food Center is open 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, 365-days a year.

To find Food Center on Google Maps, CLICK HERE. For additional information, visit their WEBSITE or call 340-777-8806

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