Victoria

Organic Fair Inc.

July 2, 2009

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On our wine tour of Southern Vancouver Island (post coming soon!), our driver planned a “secret” stop for the group. I love surprises, but I didn’t think I would enjoy our top secret visit as much as I did! After a ride up a long, winding hill into the woods, we arrived at a little farmstand [...]

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The Tapa Bar

June 29, 2009

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From The Tapa Bar website: “Tapas are small, flavourful dishes that can be served as an appetizer or together as a meal. What distinguishes tapas from other dishes is more the spirit of the eater, not the food itself. One often lingers, unhurried, over tapas.” Oh, how I love eating tapas! :mrgreen: As you know, tapas [...]

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Sips Artisan Bistro

June 27, 2009

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What a find! “Sips” was the perfect little bistro to experience some of British Columbia’s unique wines and grab a bite to eat.  I’m not sure if a reader suggested Sips or I read about it myself, but I’m so glad that Mal and I decided to stop in.  The decor inside Sips is modern, yet [...]

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Enjoying afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress may have been the highlight of my entire Victoria vacation! We almost didn’t have tea because it’s a tad on the expensive side, but I’m so glad that Mal and I decide to indulge in one of Victoria’s grandest traditions. For almost a century, the majestic lobby of [...]

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Introduction to Victoria

June 23, 2009

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Mal and I arrived safe and sound in Victoria around noon this afternoon, but we’ve already had a great little introduction to the city. Victoria has a ton of cute shops and restaurants, and it’s such a pretty place to walk around and spend a vacation. The city is also sort of romantic! ;-)

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