Season 2 Episode 5: A community built on the Freestyle Wrap (with Fiona Minton and Nancy MacConnachie)

After 35 years of feeding Whistler, Ingrid’s Village Cafe is closing their doors.  In this episode of the Whistler Podcast, Mayor Jack Crompton and Cole Stefuik host Ingrid’s owners Fiona Minton and Nancy MacConnachie as they reflect on the past 18 years of operating Ingrid’s Village Cafe.  

They discuss what it was like owning a business in Whistler with the ebb and flow of tourism and seasonal staff. They comment on COVID-19, and the importance of creating staffing cohorts.  They share heartfelt memories and stories of their regulars, reflecting on customers coming and going throughout their lives. Lastly, they touch on the overwhelming response and amazing community support they have received since their closing announcement.  

Ingrid’s Village Cafe will be closing its doors on March 29.  Be sure to visit before then, and decide for yourself if the Falafel Feta Wrap is truly underrated!