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 | Feb 14, 2025 | FOOD & DRINK
Sweets for sweethearts on Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is here and you know what that means — a very convenient excuse for indulging in your love for all things rich and chocolatey. And Victoria’s talented chocolatiers are happy to help. Some of the city’s most...
by Lauren Ingle | Dec 18, 2024 | FOOD & DRINK
BY JOANNE SASVARI In the last few months, Vancouver Island has seen some exciting restaurant openings — and some well-deserved recognition. Roasted golden beets at Tofino’s Ombré. Outside Victoria: One of the Island’s most highly anticipated new restaurants is Ombré...
by Lauren Ingle | Nov 1, 2024 | FOOD & DRINK, Recipes
Photo by Jeffrey Bosdet The Fairmont Empress’s pastry chef Gerald Tan plays on the traditional Dutch biscuit, sandwiching a sumptuous layer of banana caramel between the thin, delicately spiced cookies. Traditionally, they are shaped using intricate moulds, but here...
by editorial | Nov 15, 2023 | FASHION
From the luxe Fairmont Empress to your own living room, the holidays are all about sparkle, shine, glimmer and glamour. Cue the sequins, and let the festivities begin! Fashion Stylist: Janine Metcalfe  | Photographer: Jeffrey Bosde Models: Chelsie Eyre and Grace...
