Conveniently located at the junction of Highway 3 & 3A beside the Creston Ramada Hotel, Ricky's All Grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week for dine in & take out. The restaurant features comfortable booth and table seating, a small outdoor space and as well a separate lounge serving a selection of drinks. The restaurant is also family friendly and accessible for wheelchairs. 1809 Northwest Blvd, Creston 250-428-8826 www.rickysrestaurants.ca/locations/creston

Located in Wynndel Swan Valley Honey is produced by sustainable beekeeping operations at Honey Bee Zen Apiaries where they feature a growing list of terroir-based niche honeys. The 500 bee colonies provide the dynamic flavours to their honey while collaborating as excellent pollination units to the Creston Valley tree fruit industry. Apple and cherry fruit trees, Kootenay wildflowers and fireweed are some of the flavours lenders woven into the honey. You can find Swan Valley Honey's honey, candles and more at the Creston Valley Farmer's Market year-round or by visiting their seasonally operational Farm Store. 220 East Placsko Road, Wynndel 250-866-6861 www.honeybeezen.com

Located in downtown Creston, this lovely craft gift shop features the works of local artisans and is run by Cresteramics Society, a local non-profit that supports people with Diverse Abilities. Many of the wonderful staff in the shop are themselves people with diverse abilities and are always very happy to help you find that special gift. You can leave knowing that a percentage of each sale goes to supporting the society's very important services in the community. A must stop for the socially conscious visitor! 1022 Canyon St, Creston BC 250-428-7412 www.cresteramics.ca

Looking for a live jazz trio, a dance performance or even a night at the Orchestra? Look no further than the Creston Concert Society. CCS is a registered charitable organization bringing professional musical & performing arts concerts to the Creston Valley since 1950. From September to April the Creston Concert Society usually hosts six performances at the 325 seat Kootenay River Secondary School Auditorium. Additional outdoor summer performances at Millenium Park may also be scheduled. Be sure to visit the the Creston Concert Society's website to see the slate of upcoming shows and to get more information on booking your tickets. 223 18th Avenue South, Creston www.crestonconcertsociety.ca

Gunda Stewart of Orde Creek Pottery makes wood fired stoneware pottery that is both useful and beautiful. Her work ranges from every day mugs and bowls to more elaborate items such as tea ware, vases and funerary urns. Influences include English and Japanese folk pottery and the pared down aesthetic of Scandinavian design. All work is dishwasher and microwave safe and can be used in the oven with care. Her quaint gallery in front of her workshop is the perfect spot to purchase a gift for a loved one, or yourself! 11-5 Wednesday to Sunday, July-August. By appointment or by chance, September-June 4999 32nd Street, Lister 250-428-4803 gundastewart.blogspot.com

Located in Erickson along Highway 3, Creston Fruit Market carries an abundance of fresh fruit & veggies. It also sells snacks and other tasty eats such as butter chicken, samosas and fresh pizza! The market also offers a convenient pull through driveway, abundant parking for larger RV's as well as a bathroom and rest area. 3016 Highway 3, Erickson 250-428-0032

Located in Erickson along Highway 3 amongst farms and orchards, Wloka Farms Fruit Stand is owned and operated by Barb and Frank Wloka along with their wonderful staff. Be sure to drop by to pickup some of the delicious fruits and vegetable all grown here in the Creston Valley. The stand opens in July and runs into December (or longer depending on the harvest). 3524 Highway 3, Erickson 250-428-0510 Wloka Farms Fruit Stand FB Page

Located in Wynndel, Suttcliffe Farms is the largest asparagus producer in British Columbia! Drop by the farm store or visit their booth at the Creston Valley Farmers' Market to pickup their amazing fresh asparagus during the growing season. But be quick! The asparagus season is usually from the beginning of May to early June. 1252 Indian Road, Wynndel 250-428-2734 www.sutcliffefarms.com

Located in Erickson's orchard district along Highway 3, Marar Orchards is a fruit and vegetable market with a wide variety of fresh produce grown in the Creston Valley. Stop by their Fruit Stand during the Summer and Fall to pick up some fresh veggies or fruits to take home with you! 3409 Highway 3, Creston 250-254-1188 www.mararorchardfruitstand.site

A creative paradise located on an acreage in Creston, BC. Owned by artist and creator, Beth Swalwell, Art Barn Studio is an open space where everyone is welcome to create. Painting, drawing, sculpting, scrapbooking, bookmaking, jewellery making, vision boarding, quilting, sewing…you name the style and medium, you can do it. Art Barn also offers a variety of classes, workshops, and private bookings for events like birthday parties and ladies’ nights. 805 25th Avenue South, Erickson 250-428-1814 www.artbarncreston.com

This quaint budget motel on Highway 3 in Erickson is surrounded by orchards, fruit stands, wineries and about 1 km from the shops, restaurants and other amenities of downtown Creston. The functional rooms with exterior entrances offer free WiFi and cable TV, as well as mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Some rooms have kitchenettes. Amenities include BBQs and on-site parking for large vehicles. Sunset Motel 2705 Hwy 3, Creston (250) 428-2229

Creston's only record store, located within Modern Alchemy, this little vinyl shop has an impressive collection of freshly pressed records as well as a ton of vintage classics for the dedicated crate digger or casual music lover. The shop also sells music memorabilia, turntables, speakers and other accessories for any vinyl lover! 1016 Canyon St, Creston BC 250-428-0105 Public Vinyl Facebook