Over 45 additional restaurants, cafes, tour companies and retail stores reflective of Surrey’s community are being added to the Surrey Spice Trail this month. Diners now have the choice of over 75 delicious global dining opportunities, including exciting destinations for African and Syrian cuisines. New partners include established family-run restaurants, cafes showcasing fine dining, and much-loved neighbourhood favourites.
Top: Huong Viet & Spice of Nepal. Bottom: Syrian Gourmet & Chachas Tandoor. Photos courtesy of Discover Surrey.
Enjoy the Flavours of the Surrey Spice Trail
Surrey’s Spice Trail is focused on the people that make multicultural dining in Surrey so special. Well-known chefs, like Vikram Vij (My Shanti), dedicated cooks, tireless front of house staff, and entire families work together to bring the flavours of their home countries to life in Surrey.
Highlights of the newly expanded Spice Trail:
African – Taste of Africa: Jollof Rice and Honey-Jerk Chicken
El Salvadoran – Don Chepe’s: Pupusas (corn griddle cake)
Vietnamese – KG Banh Mi & Coffee: Bun Nuoc Leo (rice noodle soup)
Indian – Clove: The Art of Dining: Awadhi Raan (spiced, slow cooked lamb)
Korean – DONi: Yabi Mandoo (pork dumpling with spicy sauce)
Spice Trail Tours – Local tour operator Chew on This Tasty Tours offers Spice Trail experiences, leaving visitors to enjoy fun tastings with no planning needed.
“Bringing together so many different styles of food underneath one banner is a bit of a metaphor for Surrey, in general,” says Julia Barrieros, Chair of the Board of Directors for Discover Surrey and General Manager at Four Points by Sheraton Surrey, “We’re excited to expand upon the success of the Surrey Spice Trail and can’t wait to give visitors the opportunity discover new restaurants ranging from high-end bistros to local take-out favourites.”
For more information, visit the Surrey Spice Trail website for an interactive map, travel blog descriptions of each restaurant, and tips on how to get more out of your dining experience.
This Easter at Maan Farms in Abbotsford enjoy two special offerings including the family friendly BAE Days (Baby Animal Easter Days) and the Bunnies & Booze adults only Easter egg hunt.
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Easter at Maan Farms – BAE Days
BAE Days are all about storytelling and interactive time with baby farm animals, an egg hunt on the farm, a live Easter Bunny, playtime at Barnyard Adventureland, sweet treats made by Mama Maan including Rice Krispy Egg Nests, carrot cake, mini donuts, egg-cellent ice cream and savoury dishes, such as chickpea and butter chicken rice bowls.
Each ticket includes meeting the Easter Bunny, holding and interacting with six different baby animals (bunnies, ducklings, chicks, calves, goats, and pigs), admission to all seven attractions at Barnyard Adventureland, an activity booklet for the scavenger hunt, collecting eggs at each animal station to receive an Easter treat at the end of the day, and the opportunity to find the coveted golden egg for a chance to win the grand prize.
When: April 15 to 17, 2022 from 9:30am to 4:00pm
Where: Maan Farms at 790 McKenzie Rd (Abbotsford)
Tickets:On sale now! Walking age and up: $18.50 online, $21 at the door. Parents: $14.50 online, $15.50 at the door.
V.I.P. Tickets: $40 online and $45 at the door. In addition to the General Admission Ticket, VIP ticket holders receive animal food to feed the animals, six mini donuts, one glass of Maan Farm’s berry wine or non-alcoholic strawberry lemonade, and a ‘comeback pass’ with a savings of $16 per ticket.
Maan Farms Photo
Make sure you have time for an egg-cellent ice cream! The handmade chocolate egg holds a creamy, soft swirl, complete with a caramel surprise and topped with mini eggs. Available for purchase during BAE Days and Bunnies & Booze.
Easter at Maan Farms – Bunnies & Booze
Bunnies & Booze is an Easter egg hunt for just the adults. Appetizers, dinner, and an egg hunt with 90s retro tunes playing in the background.
When: April 8 and 9, 2022 from 6:00pm to late
Where: Maan Farms at 790 McKenzie Rd (Abbotsford)
Tickets: On sale now! 19+ only $79 online (cannot be purchased at the door)
Each ticket includes the egg hunt with fun games, such as the spoon race, appetizers, dinner, an alcoholic beverage of beer or Maan Farm’s Estate Winery’s award-winning berry wine, ‘meet and greet’ with the Easter Bunny, and the egg hunt including a chance to find the golden egg to qualify for the grand prize.
Maan Farms is a third-generation family-owned and operated farm, located in the Fraser Valley. The Maans are always thinking of new ways to engage Lower Mainland communities, and strongly believe in hospitality, treating guests as if they were personally inviting them into their own home. With a welcoming nature, rooted in their cultural heritage, guests are guaranteed a fun farm experience.
Following a two-year hiatus, Rockin River Music Fest is back this summer and Live Nation Canada has announced the 2022 lineup this morning. The highly anticipated festival will once again be held in Merritt, BC – the country music capital of Canada – from July 28-31 and will feature some of country music’s biggest names.
“I can’t begin to explain how happy I am to see the return of the Rockin River Music Festival,” said Merritt Mayor Linda Brown. “This has been an unquestionably challenging couple of years for the City of Merritt, culminating with the November 2021 flood. Now more than ever, we need things to be excited about. We need things to look forward to, that make us feel vibrant and remind us that life can and will be good again, even if times are hard right now. We are thrilled to be a small part in bringing the sounds of Rockin River back to the Nicola Valley!”
Three-time Grammy Award winning superstar Tim McGraw will mark his return to the Rockin River stage after playing in Merritt 17 years ago. Multi-platinum hit-making singer and songwriter Darius Rucker will also head this year’s stellar lineup. The two will be joined by one of country’s most energetic performers Chris Janson, chart topping star Billy Currington, critically acclaimed singer/songwriter HARDY and more.
The annual festival brings music fans from far and wide together for an unforgettable experience filled with incomparable views, games, food and world class talent. Music fans and festival lovers can look forward to a weekend for the books. Visit the website for the full Merritt Rockin River Fest lineup, and more.
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It’s Social Work Week in British Columbia
Social workers make a real difference in the lives of people, families, and communities across the country. The provincial government has declared March 13-19, 2022, Social Work Week in British Columbia. The theme for 2022 is In Critical Demand – Social Work is Essential. Every young person who accesses Covenant House Vancouver has the opportunity to receive one-to-one support from a Registered Social Worker to help them achieve their goals.
What’s the difference between a Youth Worker, a Social Worker, and a Registered Clinical Counsellor?
At Covenant House Vancouver, they use a holistic and integrated approach to supporting youth to overcome the challenges of homelessness. This means that behind every young person, there’s a team of people that work together to help them achieve the goals they want to achieve in a way that works best for them. Youth Workers, Social Workers, and Registered Clinical Counsellors are three such roles that do the vital work of providing such relentless support for youth in need.
Indoor roller skating has always been a popular activity in Vancouver, from the early days of Imperial Roller Skating Rink (1907-1914) at English Bay, to birthday parties and snow cones at Stardust in Surrey, roller derby bouts and pop-up roller discos. If you’re looking for some retro fun with a modern twist, look no further than Rollerland at the PNE.
Indoor Roller Skating in Vancouver
After many years of looking for a permanent home for Rolla Skate Club, co-founders Carla and Lucy have finally found their long held dream place; a 20,000 sq/ft space to host all of Rolla’s magic at the Rollerland building at the PNE in 2021.
Skaters that are age 19+ are invited to “skate and rock” every Saturday to crowd favourite tunes. Rental roller skates are included with each ticket, or you can bring your own. Book online for $20 (plus tax/fees) per session including rentals.
All Ages Sparkle Skate Sessions
They also have a series of all-ages skates Book online for $15 (plus tax/fees) per session including rentals. Note: All skaters 12 and under must bring their own helmet. Young skaters without helmets will not be permitted to skate.
For a gala or event your organization can also buy-out Rollerland on Friday nights (accommodating 350 people) with catering and more. For team-building, smaller groups of 10-25 skates can book private 90-minute skate sessions with certified instructors. Of course you can also book birthday parties!
On top of running events at the venue, Rolla Skate Club hosts youth programs, classes, roller derby and more. Founders Smith and Croysdill are also Co-Founders of the Girls on Track Foundation. A not-for-profit whose mission is to foster important life skills in teenage girls, through participation in roller derby as skaters and decision makers.
