Food waste is at issue today after a local buffet issued a message asking people to be mindful of how much they load up their plates. Plus, Dork Uncorked co-host Rod Philips to the Canada wide direct-to-consumers alcohol sales agreement. What does this really change for the B.C. industry?

Also, there’s something on Hornby Island called the Seaweed School—a place where researchers from UBC are working to educate the next generation of coastal scientists. The school’s co-creator is associate professor in UBC’s botany department Bridgette Clarkston joins. 

In B.C. politics news, the BC Conservative shake-up continues with the executive director of the party moving on. Angelo Isidorou is largely credited for taking what was a fringe party to the brink of a majority in the 2024 elections, and this week he says he’s leaving on amicable and mutual terms. Meanwhile, a director of research for the caucus who was let go estimated a 50 per cent staff turnover since Kerry-Lynne Findlay took power. Also this week, MLA Ian Paton stepped down from the caucus leadership position of Lower Mainland Lieutenant, citing his need for time to dedicate to family and career responsibilities. CTV Vancouver legislative reporter Rob Buffam hops on to help us keep track.

There’s been a big infrastructure funding announcement, with two local governments getting 7 million dollars in the capital region. While, Metchosin was awarded for its fire hall project, the CRD is getting funds to build a facility to convert biosolids into biochar, a high-carbon material with uses in industries like agriculture and construction. CRD Board chair Cliff McNeil-Smith breaks it down. 

Plus, Dallas joins in studio for this week's edition of Friday Food Vibes.