Taste the tradition
Real food, preserving the past.
That simple philosophy, inspired by childhood memories learning the art of preserving in her family’s Prairie kitchen, continues to guide Catie today from her home and commercial kitchen in Qualicum Beach.
Catie has long been dedicated to supporting local farmers and enjoys having a personal relationship with them – from visiting their farms to select the best of the day’s harvest to promoting their produce in her products.
For over two decades, she has proudly played a role in the evolving and vibrant food scene on Vancouver Island, keeping her footprint small and passionately supporting sustainable food production.
From her beginnings supplying her signature Hot Dilled Beans to a few pubs and restaurants, to today’s line featuring two dozen delectable products, Catie has built her company from the ground up and remains true to her roots, personally ensuring the quality of every jar that comes out of her kitchen.
Catie loves getting out in the community and connecting with customers - look for her at the Pickle Shack, her cute little shop on wheels, Saturdays at the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market.
Inside Catie’s kitchen: A taste of Vancouver Island
Take a peek into Catie’s kitchen to get a glimpse of production day as we make our signature Hot Dilled Beans. From choosing the best local produce to carefully packing each jar by hand, see why our pickles are a farm-to-table favourite on Vancouver Island.
Video: @jarrodevans