THRISTYYY:
Vancouver’s New Asian Convenience Store Story by Sarah Gordon
Photos by Carolynne Palla
Why have one ‘y’ when you can have three? Angel Peng, the founder and president of THIRSTYYY, explains the origin of the Vancouver-based convenience store’s name. “It is memorable, easy to recognize, simple and fun. It actually makes you feel thirsty with the extra y’s.” THIRSTYYY is a newcomer to Dunbar North. The Japanese culture-based Asian snack and convenience store opened in June 2021 with five other locations now open in Kitsilano, Kerrisdale, Point Grey, downtown Vancouver, and inside the UBC Nest. Another store is planned for West Broadway, and the company has its sight set on opening shops in Richmond and Tsawwassen. The convenience store’s concept is built on a Japanese style of marketing, management, and 36
presentation with its immaculate and organized feel. Angel says, “The way we present and serve products is as important as the products themselves.” She adds, “THIRSTYYY is based on a condensed version of FamilyMart, which is found everywhere in Japan and Asia.” Elementary, high school, and UBC students and Dunbar residents are among the customers who are delighted to have THIRSTYYY in the neighbourhood.
“Our Japanese products represent taste and quality at a very competitive price. Our goal is to carry and present things that are fun and fresh.”
November 15, 2021 - February 15, 2022
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