Victoria Real Estate Blog - Stefan Krenz

Where can you Enjoy Outdoor Shopping in Victoria?

Summer is a great time to get some sun and enjoy the summer breeze. Why not combine that with all the festivities that an outdoor market has to offer? Here are a few of Victoria’s finest outdoor markets to do just that.

Bastion Square

Located at View and Government Streets in downtown Victoria, the entrance to Bastion Square can be seen easily because of its arch. It's right on Inner Harbour, so there is some nice scenery while you eat on the patios of the restaurants that occupy the area. In the outdoor market, you can buy locally made at and watch entertainment.

James Bay Market

James Bay Market is a diverse market that is open every Saturday from May thru October. They have a wide variety of products, including fresh, local produce,…

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Restaurant Spotlight: Cafe Brio

Focusing on fresh, regional products Café Brio brings delicious, simple dishes that promote quality Canadian products from local farm sources. By supporting the local farmers and fishermen in Canada, Café Brio is able to create a menu that serves meals in their absolute freshest form. From Alberta grade AAA beef to fish caught daily right off Vancouver Island, the daily menu is reprinted and every visit will offer you a new experience sure to delight your taste buds.  

Chef and Owners

Since 1997, owners Silvia Marcolini and Greg Hays have proudly been treating their restaurant as an extension of their home by treating people as if they are their own personal guests. Named one of the top 100 restaurants in Canada in Wine Access magazine, Hays and…

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Which Victoria Events Are Must-Attend This Summer?

The summer is nearly here and there will be plenty of great events on the calendar to enjoy in Victoria. There's really something for just about anybody. Here are some of the top choices to enjoy this summer.

Festivals with Plenty of Colour

If you prefer festivals with colour, art and fun, these choices are the best:

• International Kite Festival - With lighted kites launching at 9pm on May 29th at Clover Point.
• Victoria International Buskers Festival - From July 17th to 26th with plenty of street performers and more in downtown Victoria.
• Chalk Festival - Starting on September 12th, this festival will turn the streets into colourful chalk paintings. It's the largest Chalk Festival in Canada.

All three of these events will provide…

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Restaurant Spotlight: Red Fish, Blue Fish

Located on Wharf Street in Victoria, British Columbia is a charming outdoor restaurant on the pier called Red Fish, Blue Fish. Operating hours are Monday through Sunday 11 am to 9 pm.

Friendly staff is who will serve you and the environment is very welcoming and upbeat. Cleanliness is a priority with the management, and you can enjoy music played in the background.

The Menu

Crispy Tempura-Battered Pacific Cod, Halibut, Oysters, and Wild Salmon are served up hot and flavourful. Served with tartar sauce, coleslaw, and Kennebec Chips your appetite will be thoroughly satisfied.

If you love fish tacos, then you will adore the Tacones served at Red Fish, Blue Fish. Albacore Tuna, Wild Salmon, and Jerk Fish are fabulous choices. Served with…

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Restaurant Spotlight: Clive’s Lounge

Located in the Victoria Chateau Hotel in Victoria, British Columbia you will find Clive’s Lounge. What a great place to unwind! The lounge is not only recognized as the most popular lounge in Victoria, but has also received global recognition as well.

Visitors will experience a cocktail extravaganza like never before. Clive’s prides itself on preparing new and innovative cocktails and welcomes the opportunity to try something new. Operating hours are Monday through Wednesday 11:30 am to midnight, Thursday and Friday 11:30 am to 1 am, Saturday 5 pm to 1 am, and Sunday 5 pm to midnight.

Cocktail Time!

Your cocktail experience will be extraordinary at Clive’s. Each cocktail glass is perfectly chilled in the freezer. Only freshly squeezed citrus…

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Upcoming Event: Selkirk Waterfront Festival 2015

It’s that time of year for the annual Selkirk Waterfront Festival again! The fun and free family event hosted by the Burnside Gorge Community Association is an event that you just cannot miss. Your family will have a blast.

Some of the great things planned are the Giant Swing Ride, inflatables, face painting, balloon animals and duck pond. There are some delicious food vendors available in the international food court such as:

• Puerto Vallarta Amigos
• Langos by Louie
• Mama Rosie’s
• Hungry Rooster
• Greek Community Society

The Artisan Craft Market will be featuring interesting items for sale. Local performers will be providing musical entertainment during the event. Don’t miss the sizzling salsa performance by Salsa Caliente Dance!…

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Store Spotlight: Murchie’s Tea & Coffee

If you love tea and coffee, then Murchie’s is the place for you! Murchie’s Tea & Coffee has seven locations around Canada as well as an online store. Murchie’s focus is on providing only the highest quality teas and coffees to its customers.

The teas and coffees are acquired from the finest tea gardens and coffee farms from around the world and delivered directly to Murchie’s production plant in Delta, B.C. The products are only delivered raw and Murchie’s takes it to the next level by roasting the coffee beans and blending the tea leaves until everything is just right. Try them all until you find your favorites!

History

Back in 1894, John Murchie immigrated to Canada from Scotland. John had started his career in tea as just a young boy when…

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Upcoming Event: Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival

The best Celtic Festival and Victoria Highland Games will be held starting Monday May 18th. The 152nd of its kind in Topaz Park will feature Scottish culture, music, and lots of art. You will find this fantastic trip to Scotland will last for two glorious days from 8am to 6pm. For only a cover of $15.00 you will be able to enjoy all that it has to offer.

What will There be to Do?

The question should be what won’t there be to do? The Whisky Tasting School is a great event for guests of age. The sessions will have malt whiskies from a variety of distilleries for your tasting pleasure.

Visit the Heritage Tent for a number of great performances including Harpist Allison Vardy, Presenter Captain Chris Hoskin, and the Victoria Gaelic Choir among…

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Restaurant Spotlight: Olo Restaurant

Olo Restaurant is a great place to come and enjoy the company of friends and family. Owned and operated by Chef Brad Holms, he knows the importance of good food and conversation. Using fresh local ingredients, Holms creates dishes that have patrons coming back time and time again.

Holms finds it important to offer fresh food, as well as using local providers. This is just another way to bring the community closer together. Here’s what you can expect at Olo Restaurant.

The Menu

There are a variety of options when it comes to menu choices. Choose to dine from the dinner menu, or the late night menu. Main dinner options include vegetables and grains, seafood and meats. Some of the popular choices you will find on the menu include:

• Red Fife…

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Restaurant Spotlight: Blue Fox Cafe

The Blue Fox Café is decked out in funky décor, which includes brick walls, large glass windows, and cathedral ceilings. You will also see Modernicas’ Big Bubble lamps, which set the mood for a hip hop party.

Located on Antique Row, right in the centre of the Harris Green community.  Since 1991, the Blue Fox Café has been offering amazing dishes filled with fresh ingredients that are bought locally. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 3pm. Reservations can be made for parties of six or more. This is only offered Monday through Friday at 12pm to 1pm.

Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 10am you can enjoy the Early Bird Breakfast Special.  This special includes:

• 2 Farm Fresh…

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