Sal Bhullar has lived in Richmond for the past 32 years, having raised three children in the east of the city, on the family’s berry farm. With her children now adults, Bhullar took centre stage to run for a seat at Richmond city council in 2014. Bhullar, educated in hospitality management, has carved out a near 30-year career in customer service at Vancouver International Airport. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga and advocating for the protection of the Agricultural Land Reserve.
Best public landmark:
Steveston Museum has amazing archived photos and other memorabilia.
Best place to take an out-of-town guest:
Steveston Village
Best neighbourhood:
This one is a difficult to answer because I like many neighbourhoods, each one offers something unique.
Best way to spend a Saturday afternoon:
Grab a coffee with friends or go for a jog or walk and enjoy the water; we are surrounded by it.
Best way to spend a Saturday night:
Summer Night Market to people watch, enjoy food and buy “stuff” that you don’t really need.
Best place to get fresh produce:
(Harry’s) Richmond Country Farms
Best place to have a picnic:
King George Park
Best walking/running/biking route:
Anywhere on the dyke.
Best restaurant:
Blue Canoe; but I was fond of Paesano’s, which is closing (hopefully not forever).
Best coffee shop:
Viva Java
