Writer + Editor: Melody Yip - Vancouver, BC

Summer in Vancouver means finally time to enjoy delicious local BC berries! British Columbia proudly grows some of the best berries in the world and we love to snack on them all summer long.
 
Whether your favourite is cherries, blueberries, strawberries, or something else, here are a few of our favourite ways to incorporate these delicious local fruits into your favourite meals and desserts.  
This triple berry crisp recipe calls for frozen raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries, but we think swapping for fresh fruit makes this dessert even better! The crunchy topping and sweet berries are the perfect combinations, and for an even more decadent treat try serving this crisp warm with a scoop of ice cream or vanilla yogurt. We LOVE a good salad! Especially on a warm summer day, this very berry spinach salad with raspberry vinaigrette is absolutely perfect. Bright fresh berries, nuts, and cheese are tossed with spinach and homemade 5-minute dressing for a delicious meal. These fresh cherry scones are to-die-for and are sure to be a breakfast staple on your house. A perfectly flakey scone with sweet cherries in every bite, can it get any better?
Making jam just became SO much easier! That’s right, this super simple chia seed jam is ready in less than 20 minutes! Say goodbye to sugar-filled jam at breakfast and hello to this super healthy alternative.
This strawberry basil chicken with avocado is unbelievably good and healthy!  Grilled chicken is topped with fresh strawberry basil and avocado salsa for a perfectly refreshing and filling dinner.
This greek yogurt chocolate berry bark is the perfect treat to have on hand when you’re craving something sweet. It’s super easy to put together and the toppings are customizable! We love using fresh local raspberries, white chocolate, pistachios, and an extra drizzle of honey.  
This multi-berry tiramisu is a variation on a classic Italian dessert that is packed with delicious fresh fruits. This blackberry glazed salmon is made with only 6 ingredients and is ready in 15 minutes. A sweet sauce made with blackberries coats a delicious piece of fresh salmon. Yummy.