OF et gn ee 3 as rchants reveal their own revitalization plans Dundarave, long beloved for its old-world charm and friendly mer- chant community, has a whole new look that it is especially proud of. ‘I's a place where people can shop and enjoy staying for a while before dashing back to their busy lives,” said Russel Precious of Kapers. the newly expanded and highly successful organic produce store 2t the southwest corner of the block. Precious reported a great im- provement to the business climaie in Dundarave’s “unique” one-block shopping area since the revitaliza- tion work was done. ‘I's avery modest and tasteful fevitalization. The flowers and tiees look wonderful and there have been terrific improvements to our lanes,” reported Kathleen Nairne of the Amber Bookshop. Lily Falef, who has run Flowers by Lily in Dundarave for the past 25 years, said that the area looks “super” and complimented workers on their effoits. “l’s a positive change that has enhanced what we have always had down here,” remarked David Wong of Alpine Meadows running and ski shop. Colleen Cranney, manager at the Dundarave Delicatessen. reported that business has picked up con- siderably over the past weeks. “And I no longer have to dash out and pick up people that were tripp- photo Cindy Sellamy A SOFTLY lit sign in the garden welcomes visitors to Dun- darave both night and day. ing on the old uneven sidewalk.” laughed Cranney. ‘It certainly has added to the village-type atmosphere,” added Len Cohen of the Uppercut Barbershop. Benno Stummer, who has operated Benno's Master Styling in Dunuarave for 24 years, felt that the revitalization would help the area in every way. Revitalization work is winding down, but Dundarave merchants are carrying on the spirit with their own, individual contributions to this unique, one-block community. Capers’ success with the first GROCERIES PRODUCE SERVING VANCOUVER SINCE 1931 TRULY 100% INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED a COMPAR anrwntrt preeerrvererrreereners SMOF STONG § ‘* Your Hoine Grow 2 LOCATIONS ON THE NORTH SHORE SINCE 1972 DUNDARAVE, WEST VANCOUVER @ DOLLAR SHOPPING CENTRE, DEEP COVE combined food store and restaurant has prompted expansion into the neighboring building. Described recently by dames Barber as “the best produce store in B.C.,” Capers has recently added a new fish counter and other innova- tions. Capers Restaurant, the rear of the building overlooking the water, now serves breakfasts and suppers. A balcony is planned for the future. “We've been working to get See Historic Page 12 situated in n Grocer Ne Oe ape = Ke =