Edible Vancouver Island September/October 2023

HEN AND HOUND BRASSIERE Where Farm-to-Table Dreams Come True on Salt Spring Island

In the quaint beauty of Salt Spring Island, where rolling hills meet mesmerizing ocean, a dream-turned-reality stands tall: Hen and Hound, a farm and farm stand, a luxury bed and breakfast and now a French-inspired Brassiere. It's the brainchild of Jason and Rochelle, a couple who left behind the bustling city life of Edmonton to embrace their vision of sustainable living and culinary brilliance. Their journey began with a farm, nurtured by passion and dedication, to teach their children the essence of living harmoniously with nature. “Hen and Hound is more than just a farm–it's a culmination of our family's passion for food and sustainability,”says Rochelle. “What started as a humble farm with a roadside stand has now blossomed into a farm stand, a luxurious bed and breakfast and an exceptional Seed to Farm to Fork Brassiere.” Their journey began with a quaint farm stand, but it quickly flourished into the largest and most exquisite on the island. A testament to their dedication and love for their craft, the farm stand offers an array of farm-fresh delights that were an instant hit with locals and visitors alike. “When our family decided to embrace a vegan diet, we had a hard time finding delicious, vegan baked goods, so I decided to start baking vegan goods myself,” says Rochelle. “The lack of available options pushed me to experiment and create delectable vegan treats that soon became the talk of the island

and as the word got out, there was an overwhelming demand for our baked goods and it paved the way for the next big thing for us, buying the Brassiere.”

NURTURING PARTNERSHIPS FOR UNPARALLELED CULINARY DELIGHTS

At the heart of Hen and Hound lies a commitment to supporting the local community. Teaming up with neighbouring farms, artisans and artists, the brassiere curates an extensive menu of homemade baked goods, farm-fresh produce, and culinary delights. Each dish carries a distinct story, woven with the love of those who craft it, from the hands of farmers to the creativity of chefs. “We love partnering with the community and working with local farmers, dairy producers and artisans,” says Rochelle. “Bringing in locally curated and ethically sourced products is not only in alignment with our mission to live more sustainably, but we also love helping connect our customers to all of these amazing producers.” TOAST TO THE ISLAND SPIRIT The culinary journey at Hen and Hound is complemented by an exquisite selection of local wine, cider, craft beer, and spirits. From crisp wines that reflect the island's unique terroir to

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