Hornby Organic Energy Bars and new O-Snack Bars are tremendously popular as healthy, grab-and-go, gluten-free snacks. What you might not know is that this local family business was inspired by another great product we love: Hornby Island Energy Balls. It’s a wonderful story of a cross-generational family working together, entrepreneurial innovation, and the power of simple, wholesome ingredients, made with love.
Read MoreOur mini interview with Allison Landon, founder of Cowichan Valley based company Truffula, is an inspiring story of how challenging circumstances can not only be overcome, but can result in an incredible business and product line that otherwise may never have been realized. Truffula’s “foodie-worthy” cultured cashew cheeses are dairy-free, plant-based, certified organic and full of flavour without compromise.
Read MoreWe have a wonderful story to share with you this month that shows you how sometimes the most challenging problems can result in beautiful solutions. When Alia Sunderij was teaching a Sustainable Innovation class at Simon Fraser University, one of her students brought the issue of food waste to her attention. She learned that tons of BC produce was being discarded before it had a chance to reach consumers simply for cosmetic reasons. She decided to do something about it and created Luv the Grub, which rescues “ugly” produce before it would otherwise be tossed out, and transforms it into delicious gourmet chutneys and spreads. Read on for the other ways Luv the Grub is supporting their community!
Read MoreJed and Louise from Elderberry Grove Farm describe themselves as elderberry enthusiasts and it’s easy to see how that passion led them to create a thriving business based on these incredibly healthy and delicious berries. Elderberries are deeply nutritious and supportive to the immune system, which is extra helpful this time of year. We’re thrilled to carry Elderberry Farm’s juice, shrub, and syrup at Pomme and think that you’ll be an elderberry enthusiast too after hearing their story!
Read MoreThis mother and daughter duo know that good food is made even better with good spices and were fed up with the fillers found in many store-bought spice blends. So Mariam Anvarali Nichols, and her mother Masooma Anvarali, put together a curry spice blend from a generations-old family recipe, started selling it at their local Farmers Market, and from there, From the Earth Spices was born. Locally roasted and blended in Victoria, their spice blends have quickly become a culinary staple.
Read MoreUmami Bomb Shiitake Chili Oils have become a staple in many West Coast kitchens over recent years. Having a go-to condiment is kind of like an easy way to turn any food into comfort food—just add a dollop and the flavours of whatever dish you’re eating blend with the flavours of the condiment you know and love to create an awesome balance of variety and familiarity.
Read MoreIt’s so nice to have the opportunity to introduce you to the founders of Yeshi, Paul and Barbara Kleinschmidt, who are not only partners in business, but in life! It’s no secret we absolutely love fresh, organic produce, so great salads are also very near and dear to our hearts.
Read MoreWe’re thrilled to chat with Miki Talebi of oomé smoked tofu for this month’s Meet The Maker Mini Interview. Smoked tofu is a staple in so many homes these days, and we love how thoughtfully crafted, local, and extremely delicious Miki’s take on this favourite is!
Read MoreNora's Plant-Based Ice Cream Mini Interview Nora’s Plant-Based Ice Cream is incredibly popular with our customers year-round but the height of summer makes ice cream just a little extra delicious, so we thought this would be the perfect time to introduce you to Kat, Ice Cream Maker and Co-Founder of this fabulous independent BC-business.
Read MoreSquish Juicery is our close Pomme Port Coquitlam neighbour, and is such a wonderful part of our Pomme Community. Fabulous humans Jessica and Callan launched Squish Juicery in 2018 and it’s been awesome to see them connect with other locals and delight not only the PoCo neighbourhood, but BC and beyond, with their delicious, incredibly healthy, and really inventive juice blends.
Read MoreJessica and Heather of Treat Yourself Treats are proof that great minds think alike—and often collaborate to create wonderful things! The two entrepreneurs had a true grass roots start, meeting at their side-by-side farmers market stalls, where they were selling Sweetly Raw Desserts (Heather) and Singing Bowl Granola (Jessica).
Read MoreOne of the many things we admire about our fabulous local vendors is their deep commitment to not just tastiness, but to overall health—and Melinda and Todd of Alkeme definitely exemplify this!
Read MoreVancouver-based holistic nutritionist Chara and health focussed entrepreneur Vanessa designed Oat Of The Ordinary to make super healthy, all-natural breakfasts super simple. They’ve ‘levelled up’ instant oatmeal with a set of delicious flavours featuring all-natural, premium ingredients—and all their flavours are packed with protein while staying light on sugar.
Read MoreRawmbas has been a close neighbour of Pomme Nanaimo for a long time, and it’s been such a pleasure to see them grow, and to work with them over the years. Originally launched as a family run vegan take out spot, they have honed their small business to focus on their star product: celiac-friendly, plant-based, incredibly healthy, tasty and filling muffins!
Read MoreMay is Celiac Awareness Month and because knowledge is power, we've rounded up some resources that we hope will be helpful to those struggle with Celiac disease, as well as for those who find a gluten-free just generally really works for them—and everything in between.
Read MoreThursday, February 8th, 6pm - 7:30pm
Come and learn about gluten free living with Registered Holistic Nutritionist Christina Zvicer. Learn tips to manage the ins and outs of gluten-free living from grocery shopping to preparing meals at home. There will be a Q & A in the customer lounge after the tour. Some samples will be provided and you will receive 10% off any purchases made.
Thursday, February 8th, 7pm - 9pm
Learn the why, when and how of Celiac Disease and the gluten-free diet from an expert! Ellen Bayens of the Celiac Scene shares her personal insights, professional wisdom and years of experience. What is Celiac disease? How is it diagnosed? Learn tips to manage the ins and outs of the diet from grocery shopping to preparing meals at home.
If you could know just one thing about celiac disease what should it be?
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