by Lauren Ingle | Jul 7, 2025 | FOOD & DRINK
Can you dig it? We’re talkin’ about the Shaft. BY LINDA BARNARD | PHOTOS BY JEFFREY BOSDET Christian Kittleson pauses for a Shaft at Q Bar—the cocktail he brought from Calgary and helped make a Victoria classic. When you order a cocktail, you’re probably...
by Lauren Ingle | Jun 9, 2025 | FOOD & DRINK, Recipes
Local botanicals are the stars in this refreshing and versatile spirit, perfect for the warm days ahead. BY JOANNE SASVARI As the days get longer and brighter and warmer, we crave sips that are light and refreshing rather than rich and comforting. What we crave is gin...
by editorial | Feb 26, 2024 | FOOD & DRINK, Recipes
Traditionally the colour of questionable cocktail choices, shades of blue are now the coolest hue. Photo By: Andréa Conforti. By Joanne Sasvari It’s a bold decision to make a blue drink the signature cocktail of your fancy new lounge. But that’s just what Brant Porter...
by editorial | Dec 19, 2023 | FOOD & DRINK, Recipes
Find inspiration for your signature drink with these classic formulas. Go traditional, or use them to create something uniquely your own. Plus, check out our essential party checklist to make your shindig easy and fabulous! Paloma & Martini Illustrations By Janice...
by editorial | Aug 8, 2023 | FOOD & DRINK
Make entertaining stylish, sophisticated and oh-so-easy this summer by big-batching your beverages BY JOANNE SASVARI Planning a soirée this summer? Me, too. But one thing I’m not planning is getting into a sweat about it. I want to spend my time with my friends, not...
