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Tara
Bosch
Founder,
SmartSweets
SMALL BIZ
Blooming in
Health
LOCATION
Kelowna
"A small business that I love is called Bloom! I love it because their
doughnuts are the most delicious doughnuts your tastebuds will
meet—and they are low-sugar, high in protein and use all-natural
ingredients. I've been a long-time consumer and only recently
learned that it is founded by an amazing solo female founder—
Alyssa Fletcher. I frequently clear out the shelves at Nature's Fare,
and I'm seeing them in more and more stores!"
Adam
Henderson
Co-founder, Superflux
SMALL BIZ
Pete's Meat
LOCATION
Vancouver
"Pete's Meat has super
knowledgeable
staff and high-
quality products.
It's my go-to
spot when I want a
steak at home, or to
BBQ
something for friends and
family. I'm not sure if there
really is a 'Pete,' but either
way, I can't recommend
them/him enough!"
Tina Strehlke
CEO, Minerva BC
SMALL BIZ
The Kube
LOCATION
Gibsons
"The Kube is an art gallery powered by
two women: Jill Pilon and Jody Youngren.
It's located in Gibsons on the beautiful
Sunshine Coast. I love this space because
in addition to being a retail boutique that
showcases West Coast and Canadian
artists, they host events and create space
to connect people, art and ideas."
Rushmila
Rahman
Assistant editor,
BCBusiness
SMALL BIZ
Hooked on Fish
LOCATION
Vancouver
"Hooked on Fish is that neighbourhood
business that never gets old. Its prawn
cakes are chunky and flavourful, its tuna
poke light and delightful and its salmon
patties the perfect lazy dinner. It's the
only fresh seafood shop in West Point
Grey, and Hooked owner Cato Feige
can always be seen with his hands full.
And when he's not in, sweet Mariana
Trujillo is there to help customers with a
smile. One fish is all it takes to fall in love
with this place—but the trout keeps me
coming back for more."
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