You Can’t Spell Delicious Without Deli

On February 11th, 2026, JMABC will proudly launch our newest temporary exhibit: You Can’t Spell Delicious without Deli: A Look Behind the Counters of Vancouver’s Historic Jewish Delicatessens. The exhibit will be available for public viewing for a limited time inside of Omnitsky’s Kosher Deli, located at 3435 Fraser St during regular opening hours.

The pop-up exhibit, which is comprised of archival photographs, historic menus, and interactive QR codes, invites you to step into the rich history of Vancouver’s Jewish delis to learn more about the role of this important cultural phenomenon in our community.

You Can’t Spell Delicious Without Deli explores the stories of five beloved delis that once served as gathering places for generations of both Jewish and non-Jewish diners in Vancouver. Each of the featured delis is represents its own unique world where recipes carry history, flavours spark nostalgia, and a shared gastronomic culture is anchored by communal memory.

While only two of the iconic delis featured remain open today, the influence of Vancouver’s historic delis and the people who formed them endures. Come hungry for history — leave with the lasting flavours of cultural resilience and tradition that continue to shape cultural identity and belonging Vancouver’s Jewish community.

Pre-registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/you-cant-spell-delicious-without-deli-tickets-1981246014162?aff=oddtdtcreator

Visit Omnitsky’s Deli at 3435 Fraser St. in Vancouver to view You Can’t Spell Delicious Without Deli: A Taste from Behind the Counters of Vancouver’s Historic Jewish Delicatessens.