Tourism Richmond's Steveston Visitor Centre opened last Saturday with a ribbon cutting ceremony, horse and carriage rides and a Richmond Perfect Pie contest. Twenty-one pies were entered for judging, while 48 were distributed to the public for tasting.
The winners
Best Crust: Pina Colada Pie, from the River Rock Casino and Resort. Most Creative: Salted Caramel and Rhubarb Ice Cream Pie, from Sarah's Original Old Fashioned Ice Cream.
Best Overall: Strawberry Chocolate Pie, from batch.foods.
Honourable Mentions: Apple Bacon Pie with White Cheddar Ice Cream, and Savoury Christmas Pie, both from the Delta Hotel.