On a GOOD note:

We'll be announcing the date & location for the wake very shortly... we would be extremely happy to see EVERYONE who EVER came thru our doors. Watch here & facebook for details.

ALSO:

An Intimate Evening with Alfie Zappacosta has been relocated to the Sunshine Coast Golf & Country Club. Cocktails on the patio around 8pm, show will start at 9 now... room for dancing! Tickets available online here.

We're still presenting the October show with Rodney Decroo & The Convictions, David Newberry, and The Billy Hillpicker Band at the Gibsons Legion, October 8, 2010. Tix available soon.

 

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It is with great sadness that we report the death of Wild Bistro. After a lengthy battle with recession, Wild finally succumbed, in its sleep, mostly alone.

Wild leaves behind Ian & Kera, Bonar, Lori, Randy, Dustin, Lana, Cody, Caitlyn, and other past, loved staff, as well as many, many people who started as adventurous customers and became good friends.

Wild was graced by the presence of love, community, humour and world-class talent.

Ian & Kera wish to thank the many loyal, loving, supportive fantastic customers, friends, family and musicians who generously contributed to four and a half years of good times & great memories.

A wake will be held at a later date. Check facebook for details.

Many thanks for the amazing tributes from our friends & customers:

"There's a hole where there once was a heart. "
" If this were April 1, I'd think it was an April Fools' joke. I am really sorry to hear this. You guys put so much into it, and it was such a happening place. The Wild will be missed!"
"It goes to show you that even when you have a great space, a positive vibe, community support and work your f#@king ass off you can still not make it.....Clearly though, Kera and Ian, will manifest a different situation and it will be better."
"So sorry Kera and Ian ~ you guys put so much love and creativity into Wild, I really thought you would beat the odds. We love you guys. Wish we could offer more than sorrow somehow. "
"The Wild was the one venue I could expect a full house the four times I played there over the last year. What a terrible loss this is!"
"A real bummer for all local artist and musicians. Thank you guys for the great food and good times. "
"as i could never afford to eat out and only visited on the odd occasion when i was "treated"..i am truly sorry to hear this..
i now am understanding how it feels to have people say this is great and still never see them ... if you guys cant ...make it with all the work and hours you put in,how the hell can anybody else??"
" everything about what the Bistro provided was outstanding - I really enjoyed myself and felt a kinda of belonging - bummer, going to miss you, the music and the amazing food, not to mention the only Marg's worth anything on this side of the boarder - good go'n, on your part while the go'n was good."
"I loved my nights out at your friendly digs and all the wonderful meals. huge bummer for Gibsons. I truly hope you will try again somewhere, somehow in our little neck of the woods."
"oh, I am so sorry to here this. We recently visited Gibsons and surrounding areas in May (we're from California)
I was very impressed with your community spirit, your varied and tasty menu, and your commitment to local music and musicians. ... A very hip little place that the sunshine coast area needs. Here's hoping your fortunes will come back around, your community needs you."
"I'm almost speechless and so very sad to hear the news. Giant HUGS and THANKS to you both for all your hard work. "
"So sorry to hear this.....it was a very big part of Gibsons....It will be missed :( Hugsssssssss"
"It was such a great space - you did wonderful things with it, brought a great entrepreneurial spirit and were so supportive of the community."
" We are sad that this has happened. We would like to say thanks for the great times and real food we have enjoyed over the years. Our nightclub is gone. We are poorer for that. We wish a world of new possibilities for all the staff and Ian and Kera. It was a magic moment and we were privileged to enjoy it with the community of your friends and supporters. All the best "
"Condolences. The Wild was wild and fabulous in her short lived sojourn. She could feed your heart and feed your soul. She was your foot tapping, your laughter, clapping, lips - smacking, tongue wagging almost shaggingly good time having... place on the coast. She will be greatly missed."
"Such a unique and wonderful place will miss you :("
"So Sad. Sorry to hear this, especially after all the love and hard work you both put into it....Best Music Place and Best Bread on the Coast! Good Luck for the future."
"I cannot describe how much, in this small space, how much I will miss you guys and Wild. I have met some life long friends there and had some of the best times in my life there. Laughed and cried there. Pet my dog on the deck and did some soul searching there. I take off my hat and thank you for everything! Thank you."
"very sad at the news of your closing. It will be a challenge to find a place that is worthy to name a sandwich after my alter-ego 'The Dictator'. :D"
"RIP Wild Bistro - LOVED YOU!!! You provided a heart and soul to the community that will be well missed. Supporting Artists and having the most Human Spirit one could provide to All who entered your doors. Your MEMORIES made your passions for food and people well worth your stay in life."
"So sorry to hear of your passing. I am glad we had a chance to visit while we were in BC. Good times."
"You will be missed in the community since it appeared you were becoming quite the "land-mark"!"
"So sad. Where will I get bread that is anywhere as good and healthy as yours;-( I am waiting to hear of your next adventure. Sure hope it might include bread and be on the coast. Bless you both. You were always so cheerful and welcoming. When I first moved to the coast I lived just down the road and loved having Wild close by."
"Nooooo...... I don't know what to do..."
"Hard to believe....Just remember you guys gave it your heart and soul, your best...and that's brave and not to be forgotten. I am sure The Wild customers and community will miss this colorful meeting place , thanks for all the love you gave."
"I am so sorry to hear this :( working at the Wild was a job like no other; you guys are the coolest, hardest-working, wildest people I've ever worked for. So hard to think of Gibsons without it now... "
"Ahhhh that really is to bad, you two put a lot of time, effort and heart into the Wild... However we all know you a little better for your effort!"

what some folks have said:

"i love that i can go there by myself and find people to talk to. i like that there is no pretentiousness, and that the mood is generally happy and upbeat. the food is amazing too!!!!"

"it's nice that you make everyone feel like they count."

"i'm turning 79 next week, and that is the best linguine and meatballs i've ever had in my life."

"we're so glad we found you!"

"i love you guys, your food and your bistro!!!"

"that's the best pasta i've had on the sunshine coast, and i've been here a long time."

"i really like coming there, you are all always so friendly and fun to be around. "

"you are doing a great job, i love coming in for coffee."

"great food, great atmosphere - keep it up!"

"gibsons really needed a place like yours, we're so glad you're doing this!"

"the food and coffee is great! creative and tasty! croissants and danishes (esp. the apple and custard ones) are to die for by the way!"

"it's so awesome that you guys are providing such a great venue, with great music, great food and decent prices...thanks!"

"we love you. thanks for feeding us!"

"that was the best sandwich i've ever had."

"you guys make the best bread on the coast, hands down."

"thanks for making our party perfect. the appetizers we picked up from you were amazing and there's not a single bite left!"