Today I'm going to plot another X on the map of Bowen Island. One of the first shops off of the ferry terminal, the Snug is a small coffee shop that welcomes you home after a hard day at work (or a day at the mall), and provides you with a cup of hot coffee to hold on those cold days when the 20-minute ferry ride and the 30-minute wait are less than comfortable.
Inside this rustic cafe, you are almost always sure to meet a friend or neighbour, even if you want to escape them because the Snug is the place that every true Bowen Islander goes for a foamy Latte or a fresh and truly exquisite croissant.
However the true magic in The Snug are the owners (Piers and Joan) and two of their kids (Sarah Jane and Will). Without them it would not be what it is.
Joan is a patient and kind woman, who is a second mother to all her customers (and they love her for it).Piers is a comedian who you can always rely on to come and join you at your table and start a conversation. Sara Jane is lovely young woman, who just finished her Bachelors degree in Political Science. Will is a charming, good-natured chef who follows in his fathers footsteps.
If you live on Bowen, I'm sure I'm not introducing you to this oh so snug (sorry, I couldn't resist) coffee shop, but if I am, go meet Piers and Joan, they are sure to welcome you.
ARJUNA THIRA
SPECIAL TO THE UNDERCURRENT
