Erica's Eureka character, "Deputy Jo Lupo", is a gun fanatic, so in order to make the scenes where "Jo" handles guns more believable, Erica spent several days learning how to take apart and put together the guns she uses on the show. She called it an interesting learning experience.
Erica's mother owns a pasta manufacturing company on Vancouver Island. Erica says her mother can make anything "taste yummy," a goal she strives for as well.
Erica: (about her show "Eureka") I describe it is an X-Files meets Desperate Housewives. I think that's the best description. It's a town full of quirky, interesting and sometimes crazy characters all with a sci-fi twist.
Erica: (describing herself) I'm a strong woman, I respect myself, like if I believe in something, I give it everything that I have and I'm also a goof ball.