National Seniors Day is an opportunity to celebrate Canadian seniors.
For the second year, Bria Communities will host a Drive-Thru Pie Pick-up and give away free pies to South Delta seniors.
“Everyone is extra cautious these days, so finding creative ways to appreciate seniors is challenging,” said Jane Bryce, general manager of The Wexford Seniors' Community in Tsawwassen where the drive-thru event will be held. “Last year's pie drive-thru was awesome. It checked all the safety boxes and gave seniors something they love —homemade pie. People were so delighted that they got a whole pie, not just a slice!”
This year, the feature give-away pie, The Autumn Crumble, was developed by Chef Sean McCarthy at The Wexford. It includes a tasty pecan-coconut crumble over a smooth yam filling with a surprise ingredient — Chinese five-spice.
“It's a twist on a traditional Thanksgiving pie, and it definitely tastiest when served warm,” said McCarthy, adding that his mom gets credit for the crust, as he borrowed the recipe from her.
National Seniors Day in Canada coincides with the United Nations' International Day of Older Persons; it celebrates and appreciates seniors' contributions in our homes and communities.
“Seniors make our communities and our lives richer, and the least we can do is give away some delicious pie,” added Bryce.
Chef McCarthy and Chef Matthew Baryluk of The Waterford will prepare and package 100 pies to give away to seniors at the drive-thru event at The Wexford (1737 56 St.) on Friday, Oct. 1 between 10 and 11:30 a.m. Safety and health precautions are top priority in this event; seniors are invited to stay in their cars to receive their pie, and contact tracing and masks will be part of the safety protocol.
