Behind the scenes

Bean season is in full swing in the kitchen - so much local goodness getting hand-packed into jars for year-round pickle pleasure!

Take a peek inside Catie’s kitchen and check out a video sharing a glimpse of production day as we create our signature Hot Dilled Beans.

These spicy delights are great on their own and incorporated into so many dishes. Here are a few ways we love to use them:

•       Add diced beans to potato salad with plenty of fresh dill. They also add a tangy crunch to tuna and egg salad.

•       Combine finely chopped beans with diced tomatoes & onions for a zesty topping for grilled fish or chicken.

•       Add them to tartar sauce for a little extra kick.

•       Layer beans into a pan bagnat for the ultimate sandwich.

•       Enjoy them in grain salads or pasta salads.

•       Don’t forget to save the brine for this tasty vinaigrette or these crispy potatoes.

•       And of course, just snack on them straight out of the jar, savour them on a cheese & charcuterie board, and enjoy as a classic Caesar garnish.

Catie

Inspired by childhood memories of preserving food in her family's Prairie kitchen, Catie has turned a lifelong passion into a celebrated Vancouver Island artisan food business. From her kitchen in Qualicum Beach, she creates small-batch pickles, jams and preserves using locally sourced ingredients. Her philosophy remains simple: real food, thoughtfully preserved, with a commitment to supporting local farmers and celebrating the flavours of Vancouver Island.

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