Victoria

Ugly Duckling’s Corbin Mathany Welcomes Award-Winning Chef Gregory Gourdet, Nov 8

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UglyDuckling, one of Victoria’s most celebrated restaurants.

In Conversation With Milton Rebello | Liv Café & Bistro

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In Conversation With Milton Rebello | Liv Café & Bistro Milton Rebello – LIV Café & Bistro – A Canadian Culinary Championship 2013 Bronze Medalist,  and one of British Columbia’s most respected culinary leaders, Milton Rebello has been selected as  the city’s 2026 Chef of Distinction. He will be one of the two chefs representing … Read more

Canada’s Great Kitchen Party Victoria 2026 Kick-off

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From St. John’s to Victoria, Canada’s most accomplished chefs will gather in ten cities across the  country.

Become a Champagne Specialist in Canada! 🍾

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Champagne Specialist Certification launching in 5 cities in Canada Cru Consultancy and Les Cavistes launching trade-focused Certified Champagne Specialist program this Fall 2026 in Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa (in English) and Montréal (in French). We are proud to announce the Canadian launch of the Champagne Specialist course, debuting in Fall 2026. This will be the … Read more

LEARNING ABOUT WINE: Syrah and Shiraz: How One Grape Acquired Two Names

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Syrah and Shiraz: How One Grape Acquired Two Names Syrah and Shiraz are the same grape. The difference is linguistic and often stylistic. When a producer chooses one term over the other, the choice can signal the tradition the producer has in mind and the kind of wine they intend to make. Syrah began in … Read more

Fairmont Empress & Fairmont Chateau Whistler Launch New ‘Sea To Sky Experience’

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FAIRMONT EMPRESS & FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER LAUNCH NEW ‘SEA TO SKY EXPERIENCE’ AFTER BEING NAMED CANADA’S #1 CITY HOTEL AND #1 RESORT  – British Columbia’s leading city hotel and resort unite to introduce a luxury journey from Victoria’s Inner Harbour to Whistler’s majestic alpine peaks –  Fairmont Empress and Fairmont Chateau Whistler invite guests to experience British Columbia from sea to summit with the launch of the Sea to Sky Experience, a curated luxury journey connecting the province’s iconic coast and … Read more

Why we go back to Wind Cries Mary

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Friday was a bit of a turmoil. We were dealing with an unexpected plumbing emergency resulting in a major flood in the kitchen. Mops, the shop vac and fast thinking helped save the day, sort of. Lots of restoration work going on with huge fans and heaters making the house very uncomfortable. The solution? an … Read more

Ugly Duckling Dining & Provisions Named to 50 Best Discovery

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Victoria’s Ugly Duckling Dining & Provisions Named to Prestigious 50 Best Discovery Guide The expert-curated guide showcases exceptional restaurants, bars, hotels and vineyards recommended by the voting academy behind The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Today, Victoria tasting menu restaurant Ugly Duckling Dining & Provisions was named to 50 Best Discovery for the first time, joining a … Read more