Victoria Real Estate Blog - August, 2015

Restaurant Spotlight: fol epi

Posted by Serena Kolida on August 25th, 2015

Don’t let the short, understated name fool you; fol epi is an amazing bakery with delicious breads and pastries. They specialize in organic bread and pastry and are rapidly growing as a new location is opening in the fall.

The Menu

You can find the following bread at fol epi:

• Boule
• Whole Wheat
• Ciabatta
• Rye
• Baguette
• Cranberry Hazelnut

No matter which one you choose, you can be sure that you are getting a work of art. At fol epi, bread isn’t just “bread.” It’s a delicious formula that takes bread back to the basics: the best ingredients, proper hydration, and skilled artisans.

If you are looking for a little more than bread, you should try fol epi’s tasty pastries. You can find a variety such as croissants, Danish,…

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Where can you Mountain Bike in the WestShore Area of Victoria?

Posted by Serena Kolida on August 7th, 2015

Are you a mountain biker or a fan of mounting biking events? If so, there is one place that you should really visit in Victoria: Bear Mountain Resort.

Bear Mountain Resort is a famous spot and the most popular destination for mountain biking throughout the whole year. If you have never been to Bear Mountain Resort, you should really spend the weekends there.

The Resort is surrounded by Vancouver Islands’ gorgeous landscape, lush and populated jungles and small stream flows from the mountain with stunning landscape.

You will also find plenty of trails for all age groups and different skill levels. If you are a first time rider, just rent a bike and take the beginner’s route. Once you get the hang of mountain biking, just ride towards Bear…

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Restaurant Spotlight: Fishhook

Posted by Serena Kolida on August 5th, 2015

Fishhook was established in August 2014 by Kunal Ghose, a Gold Medal Plates alum and former ‘Top Chef Canada’ contender. Best known for its tartine – the French open-faced sandwich topped with a fancy spread, Fishhook also serves a wide variety of soups, salads and pickles. They also offer wheat-free, dairy-free and mayo-free food for those who prefer healthier diet.

All the ingredients are locally supplied and farm fresh, with an emphasis on sustainability. Their suppliers are carefully selected from the Victoria mainstays: Irene’s Bakery supplies both regular sourdough and “No Wheat Added” baguette and Saanich Organics provides fresh and organic vegetables.

The Menu

Fishhook features a rotating menu, which includes nine tartines, three…

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