Surrey
Spice of life
Where Global Kitchens Gather
A hosted, private afternoon through the Surrey Spice Trail. Settle in, taste generously, and enjoy the time together. Part of the Discover Surrey Signature Experiences Collection.
A hosted, private afternoon through the Surrey Spice Trail. Settle in, taste generously, and enjoy the time together. Part of the Discover Surrey Signature Experiences Collection.
Spice of Life is recognized as a Signature Experience by Discover Surrey Collection.
Surrey was named one of the world's next great food cities by Food & Wine magazine, with the Surrey Spice Trail featured as a way to experience it.
Set along the Surrey Spice Trail, this hosted journey moves through vibrant food corridors where family-run kitchens reflect generations of tradition, migration, and adaptation.
Each stop offers more than a taste. It offers a window into the people behind the food and the stories that shape it.
From Thai to Afghan to Indo-Chinese, the experience is grounded in flavour, memory, and cultural pride.
This is a different way into the city.
Unhurried. Personal. Best experienced together.
Each stop is a family-run kitchen with a story behind it. You’ll settle in, eat well, and meet the people who built something here. Your host guides the pace and makes introductions along the way.
There’s no rush. Just good food, welcoming tables, and time to settle into each place.
Ideal for:
Guests genuinely curious about global food cultures, the families behind them, and what’s actually on the plate
Designed to be shared and enjoyed along the way.
Transportation
Guests drive between stops. Approximately 16 km total. Clear directions provided.
Pace
Relaxed, with clear directions and time to travel comfortably
Accessibility
Varies by location. Please reach out with specific needs
Weather
Operates rain or shine
This experience is private for your group. Saturday and Sunday dates are available to book directly. Your host moves with you through the afternoon, makes introductions at each stop along the Surrey Spice Trail, and takes care of the flow so you can just enjoy it.
Looking for a weekday date or a fully custom booking? Tell us your preferred timing and group size and we’ll confirm availability within 24 hours.
Saturday and Sunday dates are available to book directly. For weekday availability or a fully private date, share your preferred timing and we'll confirm within 24 hours.
Questions? Email us at:
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The answers to the most commonly asked questions.
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A hosted experience along Surrey’s Spice Trail, moving between a small number of family-run kitchens representing cuisines like Indo-Chinese, Afghan, and Thai. At each stop, you’ll sit down for a generous tasting and time at the table, with introductions to the chefs and owners. A take-home item reflects the experience.
About 3.5 hours. Groups of 4 to 10 at $175 per person. Booking for 1 to 3 guests? A flat rate of $700 applies.
Yes. Spice of Life moves between three locations across Surrey. Guests drive between stops. Distances are short and directions are provided.
Saturday and Sunday, year-round. Other dates available by request.
Yes. It’s part of Discover Surrey’s Signature Experiences collection.
Curious eaters and small groups who want a real look at Surrey’s global food scene. A strong fit for celebrations and for anyone making the trip from Vancouver for the day.
Yes. The pacing is relaxed and the food does most of the work of bringing people together.
Select dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice. Let us know when booking.
Vendors subject to change based on date and time of year.
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