Castlegar's Doukhobor connection is lengthy and strong, and the Doukhobor Discovery Centre is a consistently strong draw for visitors to the area.One facet of the complex that is not up and running is the Village Bistro, and Netta Zeberoff, curator/administration would like that to change ASAP.
To say there's a demand for authentic Doukhobor cuisine at the Village would be an understatement. It's a no-brainer that a dining option would go over big with folks on their way in or out of the museum.
Zeberoff says the bistro has been in very good hands up till now, and if there was a way the team who had run the eatery as recently as last year could continue, it would do so with her total support. But a combination of un-forseen challenges has sidetracked the crew and it appears other options must be explored.
She said the bistro generated a lot of income last season from May to October, so it's a bona fide prospect for someone willing to work.The curator says interest in taking on the business has been expressed, but not necessarily from someone with the right blend of experience, initiative, and expertise with Russian cuisine.
That entrepreneur is likely out there, just waiting to find out about this window of opportunity. If it happens to be you, check out doukhobor-museum.org, or phone 250-365-5327.