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What's happening in Victoria's food scene this week?

Tasting Victoria·Sep 7, 2023·7 min read
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Good morning foodies!

It feels like it’s the week before the food Super Bowl. There’s so many awesome events that are bound to keep your belly full and your smile permanent. Check them out below. And hey, if you feel so inclined, make sure you’re sharing these weekly happy hours deals with your friends and family!

The more, the merrier.

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😍 5 spots to try right now

Wheelies Motorcycle Café: Hidden gem in Rock Bay with excellent sandwiches and daily features.

Smith’s Pub: Fantastic place for a good time and a great bite to eat at 777 Courtney St.

Nautical Nellies: A menu with just about anything you could want right near the waterfront at 1001 Wharf St.

Greek n’ Go: Get your fill of the some of the best authentic Greek food in the city at 1580 Cook St.

ENe Raw Food and Sake Bar: Great sushi, impeccable service, and unforgettable sake at 727 Pandora Ave.

Know a great place we should add here? Reply back and let us know!

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Great Canadian Beer Festival takes over Royal Athletic Park this weekend

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One of the country’s oldest craft beer festivals returns to Royal Athletic Park this weekend in celebration of 29 years of Canadian craft beer.

The Great Canadian Beer Festival, organized by the Victoria Beer Society, will feature close to 100 craft breweries and cideries from across the country.

The two-day event on Friday, Sept. 8, from 4 to 9pm, and Saturday, Sept. 9, from noon to 5pm, typically serves over 250 beers and ciders to patrons each year. Following that, the festival will tour across Interior BC.

See what’s in store.

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Esquimalt Ribfest celebrates 10 years of bibs and ribs at Bullen Park

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Ribfest is gearing up for its 10th anniversary at Bullen Park this weekend, and it’s sure to be a fun-filled event.

Partnering together, the Esquimalt Firefighters Charitable Foundation, the Esquimalt Ribfest Society, and seven local non-profit groups host the charitable event each year, raising over $1 million for local charities in the past decade.

With six big-rig BBQ companies, eight local breweries, 20 local bands, and 20 local vendors, this year’s event is as bigger and better than ever.

🗞️ News

Are there more beverage options lately? From kombucha and coconut water to IPAs and sours, the Atlantic reports on the increase in beverage options nowadays.

Here’s some fall treats to look forward to in Victoria. It’s about time to ditch the iced coffees and ice cream and sit down with something sweet and cinnamon-y.

Rifflandia kicks off today with a new format, and a hotel heiress as its headliner. While yes, we’ll be attending Paris Hilton, the real reason we love going to Rifflandia is for the food. This year, there’s two weekends of it.

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🗓️ Events

Missing Link’s Inaugural hot dog eating contest: Next Saturday, Sept. 16, at 3pm, Missing Link is hosting its first ever hot dog eating contest with live music and other fun at 3925 Quadra St. Tickets range in price for beginner competitors, competitive eaters, or general admission.

Victoria International Wine Festival: From Sept. 24 to 30 at the Victoria Conference Centre, get schooled on and indulge in the finest wines the world has to offer. Tickets range in price from $50 for seminar access-only, or $150 for a wine dinner.

Ile Sauvage celebrates 5-year anniversary: On Saturday, Sept. 23, celebrate Victoria’s finest purveyors of sour beers, with beer releases, live music, and lawn games. First 100 people get a commemorative glass. Entry is free.

Colwood hot sauce competition on Sept. 23: About 30 competitors will see who can temper their mouths after eating hot sauce, hot wings, and hot peppers in this charitable event on Saturday, Sept. 23. Entry by donation.

 💸 Deals

• Check out Cenote tonight from 5 to 7pm for $7 gin and tonics.

• $6 Bao buns, $10 Sake-tini's, and $10 Korean Fried Chicken at Block Kitchen + Bar, Sunday to Thursday from 4 to 6pm.

• $5.75 Caesars at The Beagle Pub from 11am to 2pm on Sunday.

• Half price wings on Wednesdays at Leopold’s Tavern.

🧑‍💻 Jobs

Sous chef at The Penny Farthing and Vis-à-vis. Send your resume to kpinto@vicpubco.ca.

Line cooks at Shuck Taylors. The newest restaurant from the Wandering Mollusk is filling out its kitchen staff. Full-time and part-time positions available. Salary between $20 and $25 an hour based on experience. Apply to chef@shucktaylors.com with a resume.

Social media manager at the Mint. The popular late night restaurant is looking for someone to put 5-10 hours per week into the Mint’s social media content. Contact here.

Chef de partie at Nautical Nellies. With a starting wage of $23/hour, and health benefits, Nautical Nellies encourages candidates to get in touch by emailing your resume directly to jeff@nauticalnelliesrestaurant.com.

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