We’re Featured in the Vancouver Guardian!

We’re honoured to share that Chew On This Tasty Tours was recently featured in the Vancouver Guardian as part of their Homegrown Business series!

As a company built on the values of connection, community, and culinary storytelling, we’re thrilled to have our journey—from a pandemic-born idea to a multi-region, award-winning culinary tourism business—highlighted on such a respected platform.

In the feature, our founder Lise Hines shares how Chew On This was created to support local businesses during one of the most challenging times for hospitality. From our very first guests in Fort Langley to hosting intimate chef dinners in Vancouver and curating coastal adventures in Tofino, the article explores:

• Why we believe in small group sizes and all-inclusive pricing

• How we partner with chefs, bakers, farmers, and Indigenous storytellers across BC

• What it means to lead with values like transparency, sustainability, and hospitality

• How we design unforgettable team-building and special occasion experiences

“We’re not just about food—we’re about the people and stories behind each bite.”

Every Chew On This tour is designed to reflect the community it calls home. Whether you’re joining a chef-hosted dinner at Vij’s in Vancouver, tasting your way through Abbotsford’s farm country, or exploring the wild flavours of Ucluelet and Tofino, we aim to leave guests feeling deeply connected—to the place, the people, and the plate.

This recognition is not just for us—it’s for every local maker, chef, and small business owner who brings their passion and creativity to our tours. It’s also for every guest who has joined us on this journey. We see you. We appreciate you. And we can’t wait to host you again soon.