Victoria summer must-try eats and treats
Summer is in full swing and with the sun out, beautiful patio spaces and late summer evenings, it's the perfect season to explore some delicious local favourites in Victoria!
August 15th, 2022
Victoria’s Best Restaurants as voted by you
The best cocktails, the best patio, the best new restaurant and more!
Victoria’s 49 Below Craft Ice Cream opens its first storefront
Get your tastebuds ready for the first brick-and-mortar location for Oak Bay’s beloved 49 Below Craft Ice Cream. This local gem is bringing its most creative flavours yet, including rotating flavours like Cinnamon Crunch, Hawkins Cheezies, Vietnamese Coffee, and Honeycomb.
August 12th, 2022
Winner Spotlight: Fuego Old Town Eatery
Fuego Old Town Eatery is Victoria’s must-try Mexican-inspired brunch eatery known for mixing savoury and sweet with a Latino twist! Fuego was voted by Tasting Victoria readers as one of the Best Mexican restaurants in Victoria in our 2022 Best Restaurant Awards, presented by Portofino Bakery. Customers can enjoy the upbeat, casual, and colourful inside dining atmosphere, or enjoy brunch out on its patio under the morning sun overlooking Market Square. What makes this restaurant friendly is its menu which includes separate sections for vegan and gluten-free dietary restrictions.
August 11th, 2022
Flash MOD pizzas are back for only $11
$11 flash MODs are back at the ever-popular MOD’s pizza. MOD is bringing back some of our fan-favourites this summer at just $11 online only Monday – Thursday! See our list below to see the schedule for the pizzas!
August 11th, 2022
Hidden Gems that you need to try in Victoria
There are so many eateries hidden in the corners of Victoria you may not have known they existed. Whether hidden around a corner, inside a building, or on a backstreet, there are hidden gems all over Victoria, you just have to know where to look. Where are they hiding? Let’s find out….
August 10th, 2022
Origin Bakery: a gluten-free haven for over ten years
With a growing number of Vancouver Islander’s adopting gluten-free diets, we are seeing more and more gluten-free options available in local stores and eateries. But Origin Bakery was well ahead of the curve. Founded in 2009, they were one of the first to foresee the growing need for gluten-free products, and they continue to be on the cutting edge of the industry.
August 9th, 2022
5 must-try items at Haus Sausage Co
When hearing or reading the name “Haus Sausage Co” it's fairly easy to discern what they are predominantly known for sausage, of course! However, with well over 30 different retail products available, here are 5 must-try items that aren’t sausage!
August 9th, 2022
Chef Series, Winemaker Edition: Brent Rowland of Averill Creek
A first for our Chef Series we get to know a new kind of expert, winemaker Brent Rowland of Averill Creek Vineyard. With a focus on Pinot Noir production Brent has made a career of working with wineries across the globe. Brent has brought this knowledge to the Cowichan Valley’s wine region. Brent has included a recipe from Averill Creek’s previous Virtual Dinner Series, which pairs with their Joue White, Rosé and Joue Red wines.
August 8th, 2022
LURE Restaurant & Bar loves their local partnerships
One of the best things about living on Vancouver Island is the huge selection of high-quality and creative local suppliers available to us. At LURE Restaurant & Bar, they are proud to partner with such local suppliers in the creation of both their food and drink offerings.
August 5th, 2022
Recipe: Grilled Zucchini & Burrata Salad
This grilled Zucchini & Burrata Salad is a great way to celebrate the summer…and zucchini season! Fresh zucchini ribbons are grilled to perfection and are dressed with a delicate vinaigrette. Topped off with creamy burrata and lots of fresh basil, this is a recipe that everyone will enjoy!
August 4th, 2022
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