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abbotsford November 10, 2021

Reader’s Choice – Favorite Coffee Shops in the Fraser Valley

Heading into the Fall we felt the need to warm up a bit, so we thought we would ask you, our readers, what some of your favorite Fraser Valley Coffee Shops and Cafes were.

Here are your choices…

Laura’s Coffee Corner in White Rock

They say… “Home of the best coffee in White Rock Welcome to Laura’s Coffee Corner, home of the best coffee in White Rock! Everything we serve is made in-house and from scratch. We’re proud of the vibrant, warm space we’ve created and invite you to come see for yourself how stopping in at Laura’s feels like coming home. We’re located at the corner of Pacific Avenue and Fir (one of the historic Five Corners).”

Website – https://laurascoffeecorner.ca/
Instagram – @lauras_coffee_corner
Photo – @lauras_coffee_corner

Grounds and Greens in White Rock

They say… “A vegan cafe dedicated to building a community that will embrace a plant-based lifestyle. grounds & greens cafe was the result of a love story between two accomplished chefs, Mannel and Ben Kilford. Their mission in opening a plant-based cafe was to build a community of people and families who value kindness and are committed to improving themselves, the community, and the environment. At Grounds & Greens Café, you will find plant-based dishes that were created with quality and creativity in mind. As their guest, you can trust to find nutritionally balanced menu items meant to nourish and sustain your body, and the elevated taste is meant to inspire plant-based eating. All dishes are made in-house with high quality, often locally sourced ingredients.”

Website – https://www.groundsandgreenscafe.com/
Instagram – @groundsandgreenscafe
Photo – @groundsandgreenscafe

Verandah Cafe by the Beach in White Rock

They say… “Scenic and serene – a boutique cafe with the best view on Marine Drive. At Verandah, we are pursuing our passion to create a unique experience in White Rock, inspired by the rich and flavorful culinary heritage of the Indian subcontinent. In particular, we want to evoke the delights of street foods by serving quirky and creatively put-together dishes.”

Website – https://www.verandahcafe.ca/
Instagram – @verandahcafe
Photo – @verandahcafe

Oldhand Coffee in Abbotsford

They say… “Now, in Abbotsford BC, where we were born and raised, our dreams come true every day. Oldhand Coffee is the dream we get to share with our reclaimed community, where we believe people want to create stronger bonds with their friends and neighbours over artfully prepared food and drink. We are grateful to be raising our daughters Else and Ingrid among the families and culture-lovers who visit us every day at Oldhand Coffee. As the Dutch say, heel gezellig, or ‘we will make every detail of our time together perfect.’ ~ Kristina and Johannes van Bommel van Vloten”

Website – https://oldhandcoffee.com/
Instagram – @oldhandcoffee
Photo – @oldhandcoffee

EverBean Cafe on the South Surrey/White Rock Boarder

They say… “A small group of service enthusiasts who are passionate about great coffee and awesome food, made with love and served with care. EverBean Cafe is designed with the idea of prospect and refuge in mind. Located in the lobby of the busy Hilltop Medical/Abby Lane Health Centre, it is a prospect where local information can be relayed; daily news can be exchanged, and spontaneous meetings can be facilitated. With spacious seating, plenty of natural light, and an outdoor garden patio, it is also a refuge where daydreams are protected; self-care is encouraged, and spirit can be recharged.”

Website – https://www.everbeancafe.com/
Instagram – @everbeancafe
Photo – @everbeancafe

Honorable Mention…

Abbotsford – Cafe Amarti Photo – @cafeamarti
Chilliwack – Cultivate Cafe
Langley – Blacksmith Bakery
Maple Ridge – Gratia Bakery and Cafe
Mission – The Penny
Surrey – Prado Cafe

FOOTNOTES
Main Photo – @oldhandcoffee
All photos – Please contact us for credit or removal rod@impactintl.net

abbotsford October 5, 2021

Looking for a Fraser Valley Pumpkin Patch?

Looking for a local pumpkin patch in Fraser Valley, British Columbia? Scroll down and see several that we could find. Visiting these farms is a fun family activity and most of the venues have extra activities like hayrides, corn mazes, petting zoos, baking, and food.

If you know of one that we missed, please let us know! Also, always call or check out the venue’s website before you go to confirm the information. Note: Please call ahead, or check their website for dates and times. This article was printed in 2021.

Pumpkin Patch at Aldor Acres @aldoracres
DESCRIPTION: Come visit Aldor Acres for the Fall Pumpkin Patch & Market!
– Wide variety of Pumpkins of all sorts of different shapes, sizes, & colors
– Farm Market open with fresh produce, preserves, honey, meat, eggs, snacks, & much more
– Open-air animal interactions spread out across 5 acres – pigs, ducks, goats, donkeys, chickens, sheep, bunnies, emus, horses, cows, & much more!
LEARN MORE – https://aldoracresfamilyfarm.ca
VENUE – Aldor Acres Family Farm, 84 Avenue, Langley, BC, Canada

2021 Chilliwack Corn Maze
DESCRIPTION: Along with the corn maze they have pumpkins and hayrides
TIME: Check the website for various times
VENUE: 41905 Yale Rd W, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4J4
WEBSITE: https://chilliwackcornmaze.com/events/

Pumpkin Patch at Eagle Acres @eagleacresdairy
DESCRIPTION: Pumpkin Patch? Let’s GO!!
LEARN MORE – https://eagleacres.tickit.ca/events/11948
LOCATION – Eagle Acres Dairy & Pumpkin Patch, 240 Street, Langley, BC, Canada
PHOTO – @eagleacresdairy

Upick Pumpkin Patch at Krause Berry Farms @krauseberryfarms
DESCRIPTION: Find and pick your own pumpkins or select them from our pre-picked pumpkins.
LEARN MORE – https://www.krauseberryfarms.com
LOCATION: 6179 248th Street, Langley, BC, V4W 1C3
PHOTO: https://www.krauseberryfarms.com

Laity Pumpkin Patch @laitypumpkinpatch
DESCRIPTION: We will be open for the 2021 season from September 30 to October 31, 2021 at each of our TWO locations. New attractions for 2021 have been added to each location. We look forward to seeing you!
VENUE 1 – 21145 128 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2R9
VENUE 2 – 12725 Laity St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 5B4
LEARN MORE – https://laitypumpkinpatch.com
PHOTO CREDIT – @laitypumpkinpatch

Pumpkin Patch at Loft Country Farms @loftcountry
DESCRIPTION: Loft Country Farms is excited to be opening its doors as a pumpkin patch for the first time this October! They will have beautiful acres of pumpkin patches, horse-drawn carriage rides, a petting zoo, an Old Western Town, live entertainment and so much more! It is the perfect family fun day in the fall.
LEARN MORE – https://www.loftcountry.org/farms
LOCATION – Loft Country, 248 Street, Langley, BC, Canada
PHOTO CREDIT – @loftcountry

FOOTNOTES
Main photo – @loftcountry https://www.instagram.com/p/CRfy3XpjXPj/
Photos – Please contact us for credit or removal rod@impactintl.net No copyright infringement intended.

BUSINESS September 17, 2021

Something’s Phishy!

Do you know how to tell if cybercriminals have gone “phishing” for your personal information? Learn to spot the red flags of a suspicious email so the identity thieves never get their big catch! Below are some tips for identifying fake emails so you can click with confidence and keep your personal information protected. Remember these best practices whenever you run through your inbox!

Sincerely,

Mike Wilson
Royal LePage Northstar Realty
Web – https://fvlifestyle.com/real-estate-home/
604-538-2125
mike@fvlifestyle.com

Oh, by the way… if there is any way I can be of service to you or your family during this time, please call me. I’m happy to help you however I can in a way that is healthy and safe.

abbotsford August 20, 2021

Where to Find High-Quality Spirits in the Fraser Valley

Our publisher Mike Wilson was at the White Rock Market recently and was impressed by the Whisky he tasted from a local Fraser Valley distillery, Mainland Whisky (see more below). That got us wondering about other local distilleries and we discovered that the Fraser Valley is a host to a number of older and newer distilleries that sell a variety of high-quality Spirits including…

Central City Brewers and Distillers have been around for a number of years and are quite well known for their Red Racer Craft Beer, but did you know that they also make Lohin McKinnon Whisky, Sparrow Premium Rum, and Queensborough Japanese Style Gin? Link: Central City https://centralcitybrewing.com/visit-us/distillery

Crows Nest Distillery in Abbotsford makes Vodka, Rum, and Spiced Rum. The Crows Nest Distillery was started by Stefano Paolone way back in the early 1900s. He brought his winemaking and spirits making skills with him from the old country. Fast forward to today and Daniel Paolone and his friend Ian Jarvis are rekindling the family tradition and combining years of family knowledge to make a variety of spirits using local ingredients found in British Columbia.1 Link: Crows Nest Distillery in Abbotsford https://www.crowsnestdistillery.com/index.html

Dragon Mist Distillery is in Surrey and they make vodka gin and a number of different liqueurs. They say, “We are proud to distill some of the finest quality spirits made in British Columbia. We follow the craft distillers’ code of conduct when creating all our products. Whether it’s our flagship Baijiu Vodka or Gin or any of our delicious liqueurs we’re confident you’ll find something to delight your palate.” 2 Link: Dragon Mist Distillery https://dragonmistdistillery.com

Goodridge and Williams Distillery and Cocktails Company is one of the craft spirits and crafted cocktail leaders in the industry in Canada. They make an array of interesting tasty spirits and drinks. Their brands include NUTRL Vodka, Tempo Gin, Goodridge and Williams Canadian Whisky, Sid The Handcrafted Vodka, Yes Guy Hard Iced Tea, and Still Maker Old Fashioned. Link:: Goodridge and Williams Distillery and Cocktails Co. https://gwdistilling.com

Lucid Spirits uses only BC-grown products to make their base alcohols. They do all of their fermentation and distillation on-site to create their ultra-premium products such as Vodka, Vodka Pina Colada, two types of Gin, and a variety of liqueurs, Rye, and a Spirit called Cinnamon Kiss. Link: Lucid Spirits https://lucidspirits.ca

Mainland Whisky says their craft American-style Whiskey and Whiskey liqueurs are influenced by American Moonshine recipes. Their small-batch corn Whiskey and Whiskey liqueurs are made in a hybrid reflux still with organic ingredients in Surrey BC. There are no additives, they are non-chill filtered and they are a craft distillery.

If you want to stop by and have a tasting, you can! At the Mainland Whiskey Cocktail Lounge and Whiskey Shop. They take private bookings for their tasting lounge that has a 15-foot bar and 125-inch projector screen. They have a new cocktail list each month and small snacks are available. They are also open Wednesday to Sunday during the afternoon and evening. Call them at 604-372-4424 for more information or see their website. 3 Link: Mainland Whisky https://mainlandwhisky.com Photo: @mainlandwhisky

New Wave Distilling is in the heart of the Fraser Valley tucked into a garden oasis. At their tasting room in Abbotsford BC, they offer cocktails, beer, and wine by the glass and wine and spirit tasting flights. They also have charcuterie and bistro snacks, a heated patio, and a grassy picnic area. They say, “our product line is inspired by our love for the Fraser Valley and the surrounding mountains.” They are a locally owned and operated family business. Many of their spirits are made from organic blueberries grown and picked on their family farm. Link: New Wave Distilling https://newwavedistilling.com

NorthWest Distilling Co. makes handcrafted Spirits made with British Columbia ingredients. They are owned and operated by “young people” from British Columbia. Their company focuses on a small-batch approach to distilling. They say, “by diligence on quality we aim to create products as beautiful as the scenery we make it in.“ they make Northwest Extra Smooth Vodka that is distilled 10 times before mixing it with “world-famous BC mountain freshwater“. This Maple Ridge company has a lounge coming soon. 4 Link: NorthWest Distilling Co. https://www.northwestdistillingco.ca

Ravens Distillery is a new venture from Ravens Brewing in Abbotsford BC. They say “after the success of our beer we thought we could contribute something fresh to the world of spirits. The first of which is our flagship Vodka.” They also make Gin. If you want to try them out, you can visit their tasting room in Abbotsford. Link: Ravens Distilling https://ravensdistilling.com Photo: @ravensdistillery

Roots and Wings Distillery makes artisan spirits. They are homegrown and handcrafted at their farm in Langley, British Columbia. You can also visit the distillery for tastings and craft cocktails. Roots and Wings Distillery is Langley‘s first craft distillery. They are located in Fort Langley and they welcome visitors to sample and purchase their fine spirits in their tasting room. You can also browse in their vintage bar gift shop. The products include Vodka, Whiskey, Gin, and Absinthe. Link: Roots and Wings Distillery https://www.rootsandwingsdistillery.ca

SR Winery and Distillery makes locally handcrafted rice wine and barley spirit in the Korean tradition. They are a small company founded by Master Distiller Yoo and his family who have been supplying restaurants throughout Metro Vancouver for over 10 years with unpasteurized Makgeolli (Korean cloudy rice wine). With changes in legislation in 2013, it became feasible for craft distilleries to start producing local spirits and master Yoo and his family started to produce better quality Soju (Korean spirit) with local ingredients. “The company’s intention is to help people rediscover the original taste and tradition of High-quality Soju and Makgeolli.” 5 Link: SR Winery and Distillery https://www.facebook.com/MAQsoju

Do you have a favorite Fraser Valley distillery? Let us know in the comments below or comment on our Instagram or Facebook page.

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FOOTNOTES

1 Crows Nest Distillery in Abbotsford https://www.crowsnestdistillery.com/index.html

2 Dragon Mist Distillery https://dragonmistdistillery.com

3 Mainland Whisky https://mainlandwhisky.com

4 North West Distilling Co. https://www.northwestdistillingco.ca

5 SR Winery and Distillery https://www.facebook.com/MAQsoju

Main Photo: @rawstillhouse

Email rod@impactintl.net for inclusion in future articles.

abbotsford June 14, 2021

Father’s Day in the Fraser Valley

As you know, Father’s Day on June 20th is coming up fast, and you know what that means; it’s that time of the year to commemorate the father figures in our lives. There’s always something going on in the Fraser Valley, whether it’s an event or a new restaurant opening up, and we’re here to help you find what you’re looking for this year. So let’s get into it, shall we?

Quality Time

Before we dive into events, activities, and such, don’t forget that nothing beats quality time. Take the family for a fun adventure, and just spend time with each other out and about. For a couple of cool adventure spots, check out one of our recent articles: Fraser Valley Events for June 2021

Events

Old Yale Brewing Co. – Chilliwack

And of course to start off our events, what would be better than $5 pints from Old Yale Brewing Co. They say, “In the heart of our Brewery is our Tasting Room, Patio & Campfire Kitchen, where you can always count on us for delicious food, great beer, and even better friends. Don’t hesitate to swing on down and check out what they have to offer. READ MORE HERE

Langley Fresh Father’s Day Box

Tourism Langley has put together a way to support local businesses while getting a gift the father figure in your life is sure to enjoy. Complete with cranberry pepper jelly, hot sauce, and turkey spice, and a few more food items (but you can check that out on their website), we all know at least one person who would love the thought behind this. READ MORE HERE

Township 7 – Langley

Township 7 has been holding special Father’s Day celebrations for years and 2021 is no exception. This year on June 20th they are holding their 7th Annual Wine and Swine event. They say: “This Father’s Day, treat dad to our 7th annual Wine & Swine event with a fun and delicious afternoon of delectable barbecued dishes paired with our award-winning wines in our south Langley vineyard.” We (Rod – editor) had friends attend this several years ago and they still rave about it. READ MORE HERE

Father’s Day BBQ Dinner at The Estate at Glass House Winery – Abbotsford

It’s good to see the Fraser Valley Winery’s stepping up (healthy competition?) and planning events for Father’s Day. Here’s what the Glass House Estate Winery is offering this year: “Celebrate Father’s Day with a BBQ Dinner at Glass House Estate Winery from 2:30pm to 7:30pm. Enjoy a special set menu for $69 + taxes per adult and live Music from 3pm to 7pm.

“Menu highlights include a choice of Beef Roast or Pork Chop or Cauliflower Steak and all mains include Southern Coleslaw, Chicken & Apple Salad, Mac N Cheese, Roasted Garlic Potatoes & Grilled Vegetables served family-style along with Chocolate Mudcake for dessert.” READ MORE HERE

Activities

As we begin to emerge from the COVID-19 gathering restrictions there still isn’t a lot of public gatherings taking place. Of course, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get out and enjoy the day with your loved one(s). Go fishing, go on a boat trip, camping on the weekend. There’s really there’s an endless amount of adventures to be had. Maybe you could have a picnic too – just an idea, but we’ll save that for another article in the near future.

Have your own ideas for the perfect Father’s Day? Let us know your event and activity ideas in the comments below!

Note: As of June 8, 2021 Provincial restrictions remain in place to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Some restrictions are made by the Provincial Health Officer (PHO) under the Public Health Act and others are made under the Emergency Program Act (EPA). Most orders can be enforced by police and compliance and enforcement officials. Please check to see what the COVID-19 guidelines are before attending any of the events listed above.

Credits:

Written by Josh Loewen
Main photo – Photo by Daiga Ellaby on Unsplash
Photo: Old Yale Brewing Company Co.
Photo: Township 7
Photo: Glass House Esate Winery

abbotsford May 26, 2021

Fraser Valley Events for June 2021

The last month has brought with it increasingly warmer and nicer weather, and with better weather comes more events. Of course, while we are still kind of in the middle of a pandemic, it’s always good to keep your distance. But that shouldn’t hinder you from having a fun family outing.

Today we’ll be looking at a few more upcoming events in the Fraser Valley area, specifically for June.

June 6, 13, & 20 – Downtown Chilliwack Community Market

To start us off, we have the Downtown Chilliwack Community Market. A great place to find and connect with new businesses and products you might really enjoy, the DCCM is open from 10 am to 2 pm and a great place for locally grown, crafted, and brewed products. Maybe you just need some fresh carrots, well head on over to Cultus Lake after and it could be a trip worthwhile. If you’re okay with the commute, the Chilliwack Community Market could provide you with not only handmade items and fresh produce but also meaningful community interactions. You can read more about the market here: dccm.ca

June 6 – Ride for Doug 2021 (Langley)

Ride for Doug, a motorcycle charity riding against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, is on its 15th year this June. Starting at Langley’s Colossus Theatre and ending at the UFV campus in Abbotsford, you can either pick up tickets and ride in support or watch the live stream and support from home. If you feel like a midsummer cruise, this ones for you. Or maybe you just want to show your support, but don’t like objects with two wheels and an engine. That’s totally okay, you can still donate to their cause and even keep up with the ride online.

Every Saturday in June – Fort Langley Village Farmers’ Market

At the Fort Langley Village Farmers’ Market, you can meet our local BC farmers, BC Prepared food vendors, BC Craft beer, spirits, and wine vintners, and our “Best of BC” Artisans.

When: Every Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. April 10th – December 18th, 2021

Where: Fort Langley Village Farmers’ Market is located at 9025 Glover Road, Fort Langley B.C. (site of St. Andrew’s Historic Chapel)

June 18 – Golf for Kids’ Sake Tournament & Silent Auction (Abbotsford)

That brings us to another neat gathering happening this month. The Big Brothers Big Sisters Foundation is hosting a golf fundraiser at Ledgeview Golf and Country Club, which would be perfect for the golfers of the family. With tickets starting at $250, your package includes lunch, dinner, a cart rental, and 18 holes, and you can be assured that your donation is going towards a good cause. You can find out more at the Big Brothers Big Sisters website.

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Those are just a few of the interesting events to come this year, hopefully, you found one worth checking out. Remember to follow all COVID-19 safety precautions, to protect you and your family as well as the community. Do you have your own event suggestions? Let us know in the comments below.

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Written by Josh Loewen

Photo Credits:
Downtown Chilliwack Community Market – https://www.instagram.com/ChilliwackMarket
Ride for Doug – ridefordoug.com
Fort Langley Village Farmers’ Market – fortlangleyvillagefarmersmarket.org
Golf for Kid’s Sake – fraservalley.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/event/golf-for-kids-sake-2021

BUSINESS May 13, 2021

Relax, Exhale, Dream with Rick Ropchan

Relax, Exhale, Dream with Rick Ropchan

In this episode, we visit Rick Ropchan the owner of Red Sleep Innovations.

They have a two-piece blanket that has a patented design that allows you to keep warm no matter what you’re doing called the Diner’s Wrap.
We discuss the features and benefits of the blanket. It’s a way to keep covered regardless of what you were doing.
Can be used on the patio, while you drive your car, or watching TV.
It has two different components that you put together.
Rick tells the story of the blanket and the wheel.
Made of polar fleece and water-resistant. It has such a tight weave that it keeps the wind away from your body. It’s warm!
A travel version is coming out later this summer. This fall they are coming out with a study cuddle.

To find out more about Red Sleep Innovations go to https://relaxexhaledream.com

Brought to you by Mike Wilson https://fvlifestyle.com/real-estate-home
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To be interviewed for our local Fraser Valley business podcast email rod@impactintl.net

BUSINESS April 20, 2021

A BC Mortgage Stress Test Update

Changes to the stress test for mortgages

The Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) began hinting at changes to the stress test in Jan 2020. Those changes were put on hold as it became clear we were entering uncharted territories with a global pandemic.

Welcome to April 2021. While the pandemic is still a part of our daily lives, the real estate market has been on fire. OFSI has recently announced their new proposal for a change to our qualifying rate. The proposed change is set to come into effect on June 1.

Who will this affect?

Clients who are needing mortgage financing who have 20% (or more) down or who are looking to refinance their mortgage, will now have to qualify at a stress test rate of 5.25%.

This change will NOT affect clients who have less than 20% down. That qualifying rate will stay at 4.79% for now.

What does this mean in terms of dollar figures?

Assuming the following:

Combined family income of $130,000
Property taxes of $4,500 annually
Little to no debts in this scenario
20% down
30-year amortization

Under current rules, I could qualify this family for up to a 900,000 purchase with a 180,000 (20%) down payment.

Under the proposed new stress test of 5.25%, using the same down payment of 180,000 (will end up slightly more than 20%) this same family would only qualify for up to 860,000 purchases.

This is an overall decrease of approx. 4 – 4.5%. If you are currently house hunting, using this % will give you an approximate idea of how the new rules will affect you directly. However, it’s always best to get in touch with your mortgage professional to discuss your specific file.

Who will be the hardest hit?

Clients who will be hit hardest by these changes will be middle-class Canadian families. Those who are looking to upgrade from their starter home, have built up some equity over the last few years, and want to move into something that better suits their needs.

It will be interesting to see how lenders adjust to this new potential change. When the initial stress test rules were put in place, we did see that many lenders were looking for ways to help ease the impact of the new rules. For example, child tax benefits were now allowed to be included in our income qualification.

As well, in the past few years to mitigate this change, we have seen parents co-signing for their adult children in record numbers. We have seen more gifted down payments (early inheritances) to try and balance out the stress test changes. Families have also been selling their individual properties and merging their homes allowing young families to use their parent’s retirement income to help with qualifying power.

Adjusting to the proposed changes

With all the ways the new rules affected Canadians, we persevered and have adjusted. I have no doubt the same will happen this time.

As these changes are still ‘proposed’ there will be a lot more information to come in the upcoming weeks, but it is extremely important that you move forward as if the changes are happening. If you are currently shopping (with 20% or more down) or considering refinancing your home, it’s extremely important to connect with your mortgage broker to see how this will affect you personally.

When it comes to mortgage financing, there is no such thing as being over-prepared.

All the Best!

Sarah Bess Millar
e. sarah@sarahbessmillar.com
p. 778-278-7816
w. sarahbessmillar.com

Podcast March 29, 2021

Fraser Valley Cider Company with Owner, Rachel Bolongaro

Listen on Apple Podcasts

“After a 20-year career in engineering, I was looking for a new challenge. While mulling over a few ideas I took a course on cider making to improve my home cider skills and thought ….hey wait a minute! And so a project was born. We found our 12-acre farm in January 2014, picked out the site of our future cidery, and made an offer.”* ~ Rachel Bolongaro, Fraser Valley Cider Company

In this episode, we visit with Rachel Bolongara, owner of Fraser Valley Cider Company, and discuss:

How Fraser Valley Cider Company got its start.
Rachel describes the orchard that they have on their property and the challenges of growing apples in the Fraser Valley.
How local businesses like the local wineries and Fraser Valley Cider Company are working together.
What have Rachel‘s biggest challenges been starting this new venture?
What is one of Rachel‘s favourite things about living and doing business in the Fraser Valley?
Rachel describes her upcoming opening weekend and the special events that are planned. They now have their lounge license and are able to offer wine, and cider-based cocktails. Expect some great entertainment and food.
Rachel talks about where they get their fruit from and the amount they need to make cider.
Rachel describes the difference between their traditional craft cider and the cider you might buy in a store.

Fraser Valley Cider Company

*Website: https://www.fraservalleycider.ca
Photos and Instagram (used with permission): @fraservalleycider
Location: Fraser Valley Cider Company, 22128 – 16th Avenue, Langley, BC

abbotsford March 10, 2021

St. Patrick’s Day 2021: What’s Happening This Year in the Fraser Valley?

One of the first yearly celebrations to be hit by COVID-19 last year was St. Patrick’s Day, so this year we wanted to take a look around the Fraser Valley to see if there is anything that we can do to take part in this annual global celebration of Irish culture.

As you might have guessed, there is very little happening in the way of events. As we contacted the different pubs and event organizers who have done things in the past, the message was almost always the same, “due to COVID we are laying low this year.” But that doesn’t mean that some of the restaurants and pubs, in particular, aren’t attempting to at least give a little nod to remembering St. Patrick.

If you are in the mood for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year, here are several things to consider in the Fraser Valley:

Abbotsford

The Canadian Brewhouse – Abbotsford

Green beer will be available at The Canadian Brewhouse. ON SPECIAL ALL DAY: $8.99 Green Beer Tankards, $8.99 Guinness Tankards

Location: Abbotsford, 3122 Mt. Lehman Rd. Phone: 604-625-5433 Website: https://thecanadianbrewhouse.com/

Langley

Dead Frog Brewery

From the Dead Frog Brewery Website: “Wednesday, March 17th – Looking for a wee bit o’ fun, good eats, and great beer? Look no further! (On) Wednesday, March 17th we’ll have Bangers & Mash, an all-natural green beer crafted by our Brewmaster Cole, and stouts on Nitro! Green beer (naturally green – NO food colouring) $1 off 12oz glasses of Commander Imperial Stout Bangers & Mash! We’re open from 11 am until 10 pm. See you there!”

For more information about Bangers & Mash see https://deadfrog.ca/tasting-room/bangers-and-mash/
Location: Dead Frog Brewery #105 8860 201 St. Langley
Photo: Government of BC

Surrey

Dublin Crossing

Normally, Dublin Crossing is the place to go in Surrey on St. Patrick’s Day, but it looks like they won’t be holding a special event this year. They are open, however, so you can always stop by year-round for an Irish pub experience!

Location: 18789 FRASER HIGHWAY, #101-18789 Fraser Highway, Surrey Phone: (604) 575-5470
Website: https://www.dublincrossing.com/
Photo: https://www.dublincrossing.com/gallery/

The Clayton Pub

In response to our inquiry to find out what was happening at the Clayton Pub They responded:

“(The Clayton Pub) will have green beer, but with Covid restrictions, it makes it really hard to go further than that. Wednesdays are normally our crab night and we tested an idea to dye our crab legs green in the spirit of St Paddys day, LOL this did not work out, the crab legs looked gross green so we scrapped that idea.”

Location: 5640 188 St, Surrey, BC V3S 4N5 Phone +778-571-1615 Email: info@theclaytonpub.com Website: https://www.theclaytonpub.com/

White Hart Public House

Due to covid restrictions in place the White Hart Public House doesn’t have any events going on this year, however, they will have Green $4.50 pints of Red Truck all day long to celebrate, in the safest manner possible. The White Hart Public House was voted Surrey’s Best Pub, Burger, Appetizers, Happy Hour, Breakfast & Brunch, and Patio Dining in The Surrey Leaders Readers Choice Awards 2020!

Location: 8593 132 St., Surrey Phone – (604) 503-5735

Donegal’s Irish House

Donegal’s Irish House has decided to address the challenges we are facing with COVID in a creative way that many of us have become familiar with their “St Paddy’s Day Party (for 2) in a Box.”

Here’s what they have to say:

“With all that’s going on in the world these days, we’ve set up a St Patrick’s Day Party in a Box for you, so you can celebrate Paddy’s Day in style with your significant other, in the comfort and safety of you own home…..there will be no grand parties this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get all the same goodies you would have if your come and partied with us.

“Order yours now, supplies are limited, and when they are sold out, there will be no more! Email us through this page, or via our Facebook page to order, links to both in the contact tab on this site.”

See their website for more information. https://donegals.pub/promos%2Fevents