Best of White Rock

Most people know the Whale Wall in White Rock. Few people know the artist who has been entrusted with helping preserve one of White Rock's most iconic landmarks. In this episode of Best of White Rock, I sit down with local visual artist Allan Turton to talk about his incredible journey from turning down medical school to becoming one of White Rock's most recognizable artists. We also dive...

If you've ever wondered what counselling is really like, or thought it was simply someone sitting across from you listening while you talk, this conversation might completely change your perspective. In this episode of Best of White Rock, I sit down with Melanie Huck, owner of Rosemary Heights Counselling in South Surrey. With more than 20 years of experience as a Registered Clinical Counsello...

What if someone told you when you were seven years old that you'd never become the thing you dreamed of? That's exactly what happened to Amadea Hallwas Weldon, owner and artistic director of XBa Centre of Dance in South Surrey. Today, she's leading one of the most unique dance studios in Western Canada and helping dancers of all ages discover that talent isn't something you're...

Looking for healthy Indian food in South Surrey? This episode might change the way you think about fast casual dining. In this episode of Best of White Rock, I sat down with Inder Raj Gill, co-founder of Those Indian Guys, to hear the incredible story behind one of South Surrey's fastest-growing local restaurants. From studying hospitality in Switzerland to working construction, delivering Ube...

What if your dog isn’t being “bad,” stubborn, or difficult… what if they’re just overwhelmed? In this episode of Best of White Rock, I sat down with Rossella of Rossella’s Pawesome Care to talk about reactive dogs, anxious dogs, and why so many of the behaviours we struggle with as owners are actually our dogs trying to communicate that they don’t feel safe. Rossella shares how her background in p...

What does it actually take to help people stick to their health goals, and why do so many gyms get it wrong? In this episode of Best of White Rock, I sat down with George Shami, CEO of Sandcastle Fitness, to talk about what really separates people who succeed with fitness from those who struggle, and how Sandcastle is trying to build a gym experience that actually helps people stay consistent. Geo...

Sarah Martinez is a holistic business coach helping entrepreneurs build businesses that actually fit their lives, not the other way around. In this episode of The Best of White Rock, I sat down with Sarah to talk about the challenges many business owners face, including mindset blocks, confidence issues, accountability, and the belief that they're "not ready" to take the next step. W...

In this episode of The Best of White Rock, I sit down with the incredible young team behind the Playful Palette Foundation, a youth-led organization helping kids in White Rock and Surrey access arts programs they otherwise could not afford. What started as a simple idea between teenagers has grown into a real movement in the community. From theatre and dance to music and acting, the Playful Palett...

In this episode of The Best of White Rock, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Ma, owner of Living Wellness Centre in South Surrey. Jennifer is both a naturopathic doctor and chiropractor, and she leads a team of practitioners who help people get to the root cause of what’s really going on with their health. We talked about hormones, menopause, stress, digestion, and why so many people are told everythin...

White Rock singer-songwriter Rowan joins us on this episode of Best of White Rock. In this conversation, Rowan shares how she went from busking around White Rock with a ukulele to releasing her debut single, “Poison Apple.”We talk about songwriting, creative inspiration, and what it takes to turn a love of music into something real. Rowan also shares how artists like Lana Del Rey, Amy Winehouse, a...

Confidence coach Michele Partridge from Your Confidence Coach joins us on this episode of Best of White Rock. In this conversation, Michele shares how she went from being painfully shy to helping people build confidence in business, public speaking, acting, and everyday life. We talk about self-doubt, body language, limiting beliefs, and practical ways to show up with more confidence in any situat...

White Rock salsa dancing, bachata classes, and community connection all come together in this episode of the Best of White Rock with Shyan and Raul from Ritmo y Sabor Dance. We sat down with the founders of White Rock’s first Latin dance school to talk about how they met through dance, traveled internationally performing salsa and bachata, and why they decided to bring social dancing to White Rock...

Most people think bad sleep is just part of getting older, being stressed, or having a busy life. But after sitting down with Isha Sabharwal, I realized a lot of us may be overlooking something much simpler:What we’re actually sleeping on. In this episode of The Best of White Rock, I sit down with the founder of Nest Essentials in Morgan Crossing to talk about sleep health, natural bedding, plasti...

If you’ve ever wondered why so many people still struggle with pain, stress, low energy, weight gain, or burnout despite trying everything… this conversation is going to make you think differently. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Garret Kusch, chiropractor, former professional athlete, and founder of Trinity: Health by Design, a wellness system built around three core pillars: movement, nutri...

The White Rock Farmers Market is one of the most popular weekly events in White Rock, BC, but most people have no idea what actually goes into making it happen. In this interview, I sit down with Elaine Cheung, White Rock City Councillor and President of the White Rock Farmers Market, to break down how the market really works, why it continues to grow, and what makes it such a key part of the Sout...

In this episode of the Best of White Rock, we sit down with Julia Chien, a registered dietitian based right here in White Rock who’s helping people feel better by getting to the root cause of their health issues. Julia’s story is powerful because it’s personal. She was born with severe eczema and spent years relying on topical steroids that eventually stopped working. That led her down a completel...

In this episode of The Best of White Rock, we sit down with Julia Michel, the photographer behind VanVision Photography. Julia’s story is a great reminder that sometimes the biggest barrier between a hobby and a business is simply believing in yourself. Originally from Germany, Julia spent years working in healthcare and the corporate world before turning her love of photography into a full-time c...

What is Pilates, really? In this episode of Best of White Rock, I sit down with Lori Thompson, founder of Mindful Movement in South Surrey, to unpack the truth behind Pilates, where it came from, who it’s actually for, and why so many people misunderstand it. Lori has been teaching Pilates in our community for nearly 20 years. What started in a tiny condo studio with two pieces of equipment has gr...

Step inside one of South Surrey’s favorite Mexican restaurants and meet Carolina Rivera, co-owner of Sal y Limón South Surrey. In this Best of White Rock episode, Carolina shares the story behind the food, the family roots that inspire every dish, and how community support helped turn a love of authentic Mexican flavours into a local gathering place. This conversation is about more than tacos. Car...

Feeling stuck, burned out, or standing at a crossroads in life? In this Best of White Rock episode, I sit down with Jen Klassen, founder of Threshold Coaching, to talk about navigating big transitions, finding clarity, and moving forward with intention. Jen supports people through career changes, burnout, and those in-between moments where you know something needs to change but you’re not sure wha...

Ever feel like your body’s working against you? Whether it’s that nagging back pain, tight shoulders, or just feeling slower than you used to? Greg Elliott founder of Altius Health & Performance in South Surrey has seen it all and knows how to help. In this Best of White Rock episode, Greg shares his approach to helping people move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free. Greg isn’t your typ...

If you’ve ever tried making a charcuterie board and ended up with wilted cheese and sad crackers, this one’s for you. 🧀 In this Best of White Rock episode, meet Katrina Stanton, the creative force behind PoshNosh Charcuterie, a local favourite known for turning simple grazing boards into edible works of art. Based in White Rock, BC, Katrina has built a thriving business that’s all about connectio...

Looking for the best brand and website design in Surrey and White Rock? Meet Vanessa Bucceri, a designer who helps small businesses transform their ideas into brands that truly stand out. In this Best of White Rock episode, Vanessa shares how she combines creativity with strategy to build websites and brands that not only look beautiful but also connect with the right audience. Vanessa talks about...

Tacofino White Rock is here, and locals can’t get enough! 🌮 In this Best of White Rock episode, we sit down with Sean Collins and Gino Di Domenico from Tacofino White Rock to talk about how this West Coast favorite made its way from a tiny food truck in Tofino to a must-visit restaurant on Johnston Road. From their legendary fish tacos to bold burritos, Diablo cookies, and everything in between,...

Back pain, posture, and health are at the center of this conversation with Dr. Garret Kusch, and if you’ve ever wondered why your back pain feels like a life sentence, this is for you. Imagine going from playing professional soccer in Europe to being stopped in your tracks by herniated discs, osteoarthritis, and chronic pain—and then turning that challenge into a career helping others finally feel...