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First Look: The Clay Pigeon

First Look: The Clay Pigeon

Victoria can welcome another exciting new eatery to the downtown food scene. The Clay Pigeon, situated within Blanshard Street’s foodie strip (Broughton to Pandora), opened two weeks ago to a much-anticipated reception.   The small but roomy café centres around a well-stocked bar with 3 ...
First Look: The Tin Roof Market & Deli

First Look: The Tin Roof Market & Deli

“I wanted to create a community store for real people,” says Candace Bath, owner of the recently opened Tin Roof Market & Deli in Cook Street Village. Sitting at one of the market’s bistro tables with a cup of their 99 cent Creekmore’s Coffee she continues, ...
The Wine Lover's Coloring Book

The Wine Lover’s Coloring Book

Where was THIS when I was in wine school? Good thing wine studies last a lifetime, art is cathartic and understanding maps satisfy the soul. The Wine Lover's Coloring Book is a new study guide for the young at heart, and an exercise in staying within the lines for the young. A dream seen through...
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FOOD & the CITY: Urban Agriculture & the New Food Revolution

FOOD & the CITY: Urban Agriculture & the New Food Revolution

Talk with Slide Show and Book Signing   Sunday, April 22 Earth Day! 11:30-1:00   Banyen Books 3608 West 4th Ave., Vancouver, BC FREE   Food & the City examines alternative food systems in cities around the globe that are shortening their food chains, growing food ...
Meet Your Maker - The VDPM re-opens April 4

Meet Your Maker – The VDPM re-opens April 4

March 17 marked the last day of the Victoria Downtown Public Market Society’s winter market. Not only did the St. Patrick’s Day date bring some lively Celtic music and a sprinkling of cheerful green coloured visitors, but the sun was shining and the birds were ...
Profile: Kitchening with Carly

Profile: Kitchening with Carly

  Carly Wintschel grew up with a dedication to beauty and love and with a passion for food, and cooking has always been a big part of her life. She has fond memories of cooking with her mother, a fascination that followed her through the ...
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Okanagan Planner March 26th to April 9th

Okanagan Planner March 26th to April 9th

The first sign that Spring has officially sprung in the Okanagan is the re-opening of the Winery restaurants just in time for Easter.  Lake Country- Gray Monk Estate Winery’s Grapevine Restaurant http://www.graymonk.com/ is open for lunch as of April 1st.  Summerland- Bonitas Bistro http://www.bonitasbistro.com/ is ...
New Owner at The Village Patisserie

New Owner at The Village Patisserie

The Village Patisserie on Oak Bay Avenue has been a neighbourhood staple for many years, but if you’ve recently stepped through its doors you may have noticed a different aroma tickling your nose. Scents of cardamom, curry and other exotic spices mingle with warming and ...
Canoe Brewpub & the VDP Market Society: Love a Farmer

Canoe Brewpub & the VDP Market Society: Love a Farmer

By Maryanne Carmack, Communications, the Victoria Downtown Public Market Society   Last Wednesday March 14th, Canoe Brewpub launched their new Belgian Pale Ale in conjunction with the Victoria Downtown Public Market Society (VDPMS) Love a Farmer event – celebrating local farmers and Island producers. The two make ...