Magnolia Hotel Celebrates the Holidays with a Festive Trail It couldn’t be easier to get over to the Island with Helijet, and that’s exactly what you should do to capture Victoria’s holiday magic this December. With over a dozen flights a day, right from downtown Vancouver, you are easily on your way on your holiday…
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Holiday Season Getaway at Victoria’s Magnolia Hotel
While there’s much to do in Vancouver during the holiday season, there’s a certain special vibe across the straight, in Victoria. I nipped over for a few night’s in November for a sneak peak of the Magnolia Hotel & Spa’s Christmas in Victoria package, available until January 2. Why not leave the car at home and…
Chef Alex Chen Takes Top Spot At Gold Medal Plates Victoria
Pairing of Local Pork Terrine with Foxtrot Vineyards’ Pinot Noir Earns Chef Coveted Title as BC Representative PR NEWS – Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar Executive Chef Alex Chen set the gold standard at the 10th annual Gold Medal Plates in Victoria, BC Thursday night, winning the top regional spot among 10 chefs selected to compete in the prestigious culinary competition…
Living The Good Life in Victoria – A Culinary Journey
Each time I visit Victoria I find something new, whether it be another fantastic lounge or restaurant, an art show or a new shoe store. I could spend days on end exploring the city, but if you only had one and food is something you at least slightly worship, here’s some suggestions for where to…
Victoria’s third annual festival of food and wine
A local taste of Vancouver Island and the wine regions of British Columbia Held July 21-24, 2011 Stay tuned for details… Taste will uncork Thursday July 21, 2011 with an evening tasting of more than 100 British Columbia wines and local cuisine prepared by top Vancouver Island chefs. Not just a wine festival, this culinary tourism…
Escape to Victoria
With the holiday season rapidly approaching, Vancouverites begin dreaming of warmer spots. There is, however, an easier way to get away from the hustle and bustle that takes merely a leisurely BC Ferries journey to arrive at. It’s the perfect time to head to Victoria, a city where you can park the car at your hotel and walk the downtown core. Finish (or start) your…
Taste of Fernwood Victoira
On Sunday June 20, 2010 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, the neighbourhood of Fernwood, located 10 minutes from downtown Victoria, launches a new food and libation tasting event sure to dazzle and delight the taste buds of culinary touristas. “Fernwood Bites: Local Fare in an Urban Square” will feature twelve to eighteen local eateries showcasing…
ADVENTURE TO BE FOUND AT VILLA MARCO POLO
Villa Marco Polo Inn located in Victoria, BC is offering Pedal or Paddle packages to those looking for a getaway that offers luxury with a side of adventure. The Butchart and Biking in Victoria package includes a two-night stay at the tranquil Inn, bike and helmet rental, transport and admission to The Butchart Gardens and…
Victoria’s Newest Brews
BEERTORIA Two micro-breweries, Driftwood Brewery and Phillips Brewing Co. have recently joined Victoria, BC’s ever expanding self-guided Ale Trail, both offering tours and local tastes to any visiting or resident beer aficionado. Driftwood Brewery, who brewed their first pint in October 2008 makes the kind of beer that brewers Jason Meyer and Kevin Hearsum like…
