Scrummy and yummy are just two non-words that can be used to describe O'Celeiro, the speciality…read morefood shop in St Nicholas market. Specialising in food from Portugal, Brazil, Italy and Spain it's so wonderfully different from anything else the market has to offer. As well as pate, pasta, oils and coffee, there's a deli section serving cheeses and fish from across the globe. And it's not just their food which is worth a visit, but their selection of alcoholic drinks, including Casal Garcia (also known as 'green wine') from Portugal. Perfect for presents, or for turning boring meals into something special.

If you like meat, nothing beats going to a local butcher's and ordering the cut you like at the…read moreprices you like. Bob Wherlock is the best. Juicy sausages of twenty different flavours (the jalapeno ones knock your socks off), thick steaks, roasting joints and stewing meat and more. They know what they're talking about and can advise on the best meats and condiments for your dinner party or Sunday roast. The cheeses are lush too (although quite basic English cheddars, red leicesters etc). A serious word of warning. The meat-eaters of Southville know all about the delights of Bob Wherlock. Consequently, I have queued for a very long time on a Saturday morning to get served (over half an hour sometimes). The people snake down North Street waiting for their sunday roasting joint or chicken. The Christmas turkey rush is even worse - but that's a sure sign it's very good meat. If that's not enough to prove to you how great this place is (and you've yet to taste the meat) Bob himself recently won a local food hero award. Well deserved.

Great local butcher shop in Southville - it isn't the cheapest butcher but they do have some nice…read morecuts of meat, choices of sausages and lots of pies. If you're not sure what to have then they are ready with good ideas and happy to explain what the cut means. They are generous with their portions, and the quality is very good. They have choices of local meats clearly labelled if you want to keep it close to home.

I am so glad to see this shop get such great reviews! They really deserve it and offer such a…read moredelicious range of sausages; like some sort of sausage pick and mix. They are also one of the cheapest meal options in St Nicks Market at around £2.80 for an amazing sausage baguette with leeks, onions, mustard and red (eugh) or brown (yay!) sauce. You can also mix and match your sausages, so if like me you can't choose between the lamb or pork (with cider and mustard) you can just get both. I think the pork wins it, but only by a nose (or a snout, weyhey, I thank you!). The man who owns the sausage shop is so lovely and welcoming. I have eaten a lot of his sausages (...er) and this has never changed; he's never had an off day being a nice guy. The sausage sandwiches/baguettes are quite hard to manoeuvre into your mouth, because the sausages are so big and juicy, so there is the option to have sausage and mash. This is a great option for lunch as it's so filling you are sorted until tea time.

If you like your sausage full of meat (fnarr fnarr) then this is the stall for you. Locally sourced…read morepork, beef and venison sausages with a range of herbs and spices. Ones to try:: Lucifer - whooo mamma hot and spicy but very tasty St Nicks 1743 - their own secret blend is actually my favourite - quite traditional pork and herbs but full of flavour Gloucestershire Old Spot - from the spottiest of pigs and a nice basic sausage if you don't like anything too fancy Works out pretty cheap considering the size and density of the sausage too. If you want to get stuffed by sausages (OK I'll stop now), then they also have an on-site bbq for a sausage and mash for lunch - for big appetites only!

I love jam. I love Bristol. I love Bristol (Preservation Company) Jam! In fact, I love all of their…read morecreations: tomato sauce, jam, marmalade. It's all amazing! Stocked in only a number of cafes, coffee shops and bakeries across Bristol, Bristol Preservation Company is making quite a name for itself. Their sauces and preserves are some of the nicest I've ever tasted, and their branding is simply beautiful. If you want to find some, head to Stock Exchange Bakery in St Nics or Brew in Clifton. But I'm sure they'll be popping up in many more soon.

I love the branding, I love the jam, and I love the love that goes into this! There is some…read moreseriously good treats to try but my fave is the raspberry jam! Next level yummy! Don't buy your jam from anyone else. Head to stock exchange bakery in St Nicks market and try it all. Trust me, you won't regret it!!!

"Oh great", I thought to myself when I first saw this place, "another health food shop up in 'high…read moresociety' producing delicious looking nosh at absurdly high prices". I was right about the first bit. This is a wonderful little store with a really down-to-earth and funky vibe. From the snazzy and colourful (Caribbean influenced?) frontage to the actual products on display it's clear that a lot of thought has gone into this enterprise. The focus is on organic, fresh and healthy food and drink. Towards the back of the shop the store opens up into a huge back room filled with excellent raw foods, cleaning products, teas and so much more. There's often a good little deal on the go so things really aren't too dear - and the owner's lovely too! A real gem this one.

This shop looks more like an extreme sports gear from the outside, but enter in and you'll find a…read moreworld of healthy food. Not the cheapest way to buy your groceries, but I'm constantly reminded that health and well-being is priceless... They have the usual range of health food items, from milk and bread to pulses, nuts and fruit. AND If you're pooch has had a moral awakening and decided to go green, you can get your organic pet food here too.

Why would anyone need to buy supermarket veg? Go to your local greengrocer and not only are you…read moresupporting a small business, but you're helping the local community and getting your hands on the freshest produce, too. My local grocers is opposite a Tesco Metro and I can't understand why anyone wold use the supermarket, as the range doesn't even begin to compare. Plus the Banana Boat is reasonably priced and serves with a smile. I'm not suggesting that you travel especially to come here, but if you happen to be local: stop using Tesco now!

If the name doesn't draw you in on it's own i'd be surprised!…read more Great value fruit and vegtables to beef up that sunday roast, or add a bit of sweetness to the bland pudding, or just to stock up your fridge and cupboard shelves. As Henry says, why would you need to get any fruit and veg from a supermarket, or a smaller outlet of one for that matter, when there are places like this occupying most of the busy streets in Bristol. Make a small change in your life and get all your fresh food from here and you will never look back.

Lovely little independent bakery/cheese seller is Ashbourne. Easy to miss but not easy to forget…read more They do a great lunch time offer of a cob, with crisps/cake and a can of pop for £2.60 (15p more for salad, which I would recommend as you get your money's worth!). Great value and great, fresh local food. "Martin Platt" from Coronation Street often sells his own-brand cheese here, which I've not tried but he seems to enjoy making!

Lovely deli - kids love their sausage rolls - cheese selection is fab - fresh rolls - gorgeous jam…read moretarts and cakes - definitely worth a visit to stock up.

If you're looking for fresh, organic, and vegan food look no further than The Better Food Company…read more They have a free water station sparkling or still; How cool is that!? They also have a variety of fresh pressed juices which will get your immune system pumping and your energy going. You'll be able to run faster and jump higher!! If coming to an organic food restaurant was good enough, attached to this lovely establishment is also Health food store where you can get a variety of dry bulk foods as well as medicines and fresh produce.

Already well-established in St Werburgh's, the Better Food Company's shop in Clifton follows the…read moresame formula as its big brother, offering a cornucopia of foodie delights. There are surprises down every aisle, with 90 per cent of the food for sale organic, and much of what sits unpackaged on the shelves grown on 25 acres of organic farm land in Chew Magna. Befitting a former off license, there is a fine selection of drinks. The smell of fresh bread fills the air. And there are also cook books and a deli counter serving cheese, olives, cakes and coffee, which can be drunk in on a small selection of stools in a corner by the front window.

Papadeli is the sort of delicatessen which is designed for the serious foodie. They have shelves…read moreand shelves of everything to turn your basic dinner into a culinary delight including oils, sauces, vinegars, spices and herbs. The staff know their stuff, so if you need help they're happily at hand to ask. The prices are very high, reflecting the quality of their produce and their Clifton location. If, like me, you're on a budget, I'd recommend the Cotham Hill Bakery or Chandos Deli instead. But if you've got money to burn, then this is the place to shop away before a dinner party.

Papadeli is a high end delicatessen on a side street off Whiteladies road. Spanning over two shop…read morepremises, it's got a very Cliftonite vibe to it. They're very well stocked, with food items ranging from starter products, or 'antipasti' as they call it (there's a bit of an Italian theme here) to the full selection of cooked meats. Along with this, there's shelves and shelves of pastas, oils, drinks and beverages, jams, vinegars - the list goes on. The staff know their stuff and clearly love food - they'll give their honest opinion on any of the items. Indeed, the whole shop bases itself on food knowledge- they market their products on the strength of what they go well with - they'll let you know that a particular cheese matches a particular type of meat, for example. It's all quite impressive, but the price tags turned me away. A bit like Chandos Delis (though perhaps a little more unique), an excellent food shop if you've got the budget to match their prices.