Model 42 WLC HD World War 2 Canadian Military – Copic Marker Sketch by Terry Leonard

Old car Sunday in the park in Mission BC is always one of my favorite car shows. Having lived in the Fraser Valley (Abbotsford) for many years, it is a highlight that I always look forward to going to on Father’s Day. With a wide variety of cars, the show is held at Fraser River Heritage Park in Mission BC and there is always something cool to look at. This year was no exception with a large turn out.

I’d like to send a huge shout out to the Mission Fire Fighters Charitable Society for all the fabulous work they did in putting this event together.

After the show, my daughter and I went to Mission Springs Brewing. Now I will admit that I’ve been coming to this Brewery for a long time. Along with the brewery, Mission Springs has a great restaurant with a menu offering much variety and, of course, excellent beer.  The gas and oil memorabilia add to the rustic decor, making this a perfect finish to a day of automotive browsing. And if that is not enough, they have amazing views overlooking the Fraser River and their beach volleyball courts. This is a fun location for all ages.

For my flight I had the Blue Collar Pale Ale 5.25 % ABV – 30 IBU, Big Chief Cream Ale 4.5 % ABV – 0 IBU, Mighty Fraser IPA 7.6% ABV – 70 IBU and Bombshell blonde Ale 4.5 % ABV – 17 IBU. Our server “Steph” was fantastic and so was the Beer.

Porsche 911 Targa Copic Marker Sketch by Terry Leonard

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Kelowna Car & Bike Show on May 29th was a well attended event at Rutland Lion’s Park. There was a wide assortment vehicles from Super Cars to Super Beetles! Some of the highlights were the his & hers Lamborghinis, a Ferrari and plenty of American Muscle. This was the 3^rd Stop on my 2022 Tour.

The Rustic Reel Brewing Company

With five breweries within approximately a one-block radius in Kelowna’s North End, there were plenty of choices for our after the show beverage. The Rustic Reel Brewing Company was an excellent pick. With their large open air patio and lots of inside seating it made this brewery a vibrant and exciting location.

The selections for my flight of beer were:

Amber Ale (Alcohol 5.0% IBU 20) a traditional English style ale with a smooth maltiness and a hint of caramel, It was an easy choice.

Hazy IPA (Alcohol 6.0% IBU 30) This IPA has a silky smooth body and a very low bitterness.

Raspberry Hibiscus Sour (5% Alcohol 35 IBU) the added raspberries and hibiscus makes this a very refreshing beer and it’s slightly tart sour taste made it a great introduction to sour beers.

Nitro Coffee Stout (alcohol 5.6% 24 IBU) brewed with freshly roasted coffee makes this beer smooth and easy to drink and it’s creamy espresso taste made it perfect for an after dinner refreshment.

Check out our next stop on our Triple A Car Show & Brewery Tour Calendar

For dinner I ordered the Rustic Chicken Club – Roasted chicken breast on a toasted herb focacci, garlic aioli, romaine, charred tomato, pickled onion, bacon jam & Emmental cheese served with fingerling potatoes. It was a fantastic dish with plenty of flavours. I would gladly travel many miles to taste this again! The service was excellent & the staff was cheerful.