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

Good morning foodies!

It’s hot, we get it. Luckily, most of us have fairly easy access to the beach, or at least to a place with awesome drinks that can cool you down. If you’re stumped on where to get those, check out this list, and this list. 

At times like this, it’s good to be a local because, well, we know where to beat the heat and avoid the crowds.

- Ryan

😍 5 spots to try right now

Chubby’s Bakeshop: This brand new cookie shop is producing some amazing stuffed cookies for pick up and delivery.

Valley Cider Company: Check out this Duncan cidery on Saturdays from 1 to 4pm. Our favourite? The Tropic of Cowichan.

E:Né Raw Food Sake Bar: With an incredible selection of sake and some amazing sushi rolls and bao, check this place out at 737 Pandora Ave.

Alpina Restaurant at Villa Eyrie: With one of the best views on Vancouver Island, this is a Malahat destination where you’d love to get stuck.

Fry’s Bakery: One of Victoria’s oldest bakeries serves wood-fired sourdough baked goods. Check it out in Vic West at 416 Craigflower Rd.

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

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Discover the South Island’s cideries

The weather is stunning, the tourists are flocking, and you don’t need an excuse to see Vancouver Island’s most beautiful orchard backdrops. Nevertheless, you may need some help finding them.

So, follow along with us as we guide you on a scenic and sip-worthy tour of southern Vancouver Island’s cideries.

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Brunch – A love affair between breakfast and lunch

We love to brunch. Probably because it lets us break all the rules, letting you sleep in without missing breakfast or being too early for lunch. Brunch is a chance to start your day at a leisurely pace and embrace the joys of lazy mornings.

Weekend brunch at LURE Restaurant & Bar is the quintessential brunch destination. Mix Chef Curtis’ tempting brunch menu mixing sweet and savoury, a waterfront patio that can’t be beat, and an endless array of drink offerings, and you have a winning combination.

So grab your besties and head to LURE Restaurant to reconnect over a leisurely brunch.

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The South Island has it all when it comes to agriculture: berries, craft beer, gardening, lavender harvesting, and sheep shearing.

And there’s no better way to experience all of that than at the North Saanich Flavour Trails Festival this weekend.

And you can enjoy it in a few different ways.

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Old school TV Dinners are back

Get your TV tray set up and pre-heat the oven, Refire Kitchen's nostalgic Old School TV Dinners are back in stock. These tasty dinners will bring you back to a time when things were simpler. Don't stress over what to have for dinner, just pop one of these into the oven and enjoy a full meal with no fuss.

Continuously rotating new varieties, check them out and see what's for dinner today!

🗞️ News

Here’s which beers these Backyarder bands would be. Some local folk and rock heroes took the prize for the best Phillips beers. Check it out.

Beloved Saanich deli is closing at the end of August. Maria’s Deli was a neighbourhood favourite for close to half a century. It’s stock is dwindling, so get in before Aug. 31.

Popular plant-based dip business calls it quits. Justo’s was a fixture at farmers markets. Its ambitious goals of scaling up, unfortunately, led to its demise.

Saints Franks reopens in new space, with old flair. From the barber shop to the brick, the in-vogue hot dog bar in Victoria officially reopened last Friday at 727 Yates St.

Brewery & the Beast - Festival of Meat is Victoria's best food and beverage event of the summer! September 24 at Starlight Stadium. Book your tickets today!*

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🗓️ Events

Check out Lighthouse Brewing Co.’s free 25th Anniversary Party this Saturday, Aug. 19. From 3 to 9pm, celebrate this Esquimalt brewery with a live DJ at 836 Devonshire Rd.

Lunch on the Lawn at the Empress. Enjoy the ultimate al fresco dining experience on the hotel’s iconic front lawns. Reserve a picnic spot and let Empress take care of blankets, pillows, and a basket brimming with delicious food.

Enjoy a romantic private brunch at the Victoria Public Market. This Sunday at the Victoria Public Market at 1701 Douglas St., enjoy a romantic, farm-to-table brunch for $69 with the former executive chef at the Sooke Harbour House, chef Thomas Yesdresyski.

 💸 Deals

Hot Dog Happy Hour at Superflux Cabana. Monday to Friday from 1 to 4pm grab a $15 hot dog and pint at Superflux.

Check out Sherwood at 710 Pandora Ave. for its happy hour featuring $6.50 craft beers, $11 feature cocktails, $19 cashew curry fried chicken, and $15 fried brussels sprouts.

Half price wings on Wednesdays at Leopold’s Tavern

The Local in the Inner Harbour wants you for $5 off tacos and cocktail jugs, and $7 pints of Phillips today.

🧑‍💻 Jobs

• Full-time and part-time baristas at Hey Happy. Competitive $25/hour wages with benefits and tips. Drop off, DM, or email resumes to:
  info@heyhappycoffee.com 

• The Victoria International Wine Festival has four support roles (pouring at the festival) open for Wines of California starting and finishing on Sept. 29 until Sept. 30. Must have required certifications. Email info@vicwf.com to inquire.

•  L'Apéro Wine and Cheese Bistro is looking for a full-time cook; email info@laperobistro.net to inquire.

• Whistle Buoy is looking for a Beer Shop Legend. The role is Monday-Friday, 25-30 hours per week.

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