Deidre Langlois

On December 21st 1996, it began to snow. Children and adults alike were thrilled to see the white flakes drift down from the sky. White Christmases are a rare occurrence in our temperate climate and seeing our beautiful city being blanketed in snow right before the big day was magical. On December 26th, snow began […]

While it’s not yet officially winter in the Capital City, it sure feels like it! Temperatures have plummeted and people are bundled up to face the icy ocean breezes and heavy winter rains. On the clear winter days, Victoria is alive with people outside enjoying the crisp air and gorgeous skies, a welcome reprieve from

Over the past few years, there has been a lot of talk – and usually jokes about ‘Hipsters’. For a refresher, a hipster is a person or group of people who are unusually aware of and interested in current trends if only to rebel against them. As such, hisperts are a part of and create

The days may be shorter and the nights may be chillier but as Victoria moves into the winter, there are still lots of cozy evenings to look forward to! Whether you’re getting together with a few friends, enjoying a nightcap with your book or just mixing up your favourite cocktail, Victoria has some amazing spirits

If we had to narrow it down to one thing that gives Victoria the special je ne sais quoi that draws visitors from all over the world, we’d have to say: the ocean. Sure, there are lots of beautiful beaches all over the world, but Victoria is special in that here, we have a magical

There’s no doubt that Victoria is a culinary destination from casual pub meals to out-of-this-world fine dining experiences, Victoria has it all. With more restaurants per capita than any other Canadian city, it’s no wonder people from all over the world rave about the incredible dining in Victoria. Here in the capital city, we’re known

There’s so much to love about summer in Victoria. The sky is blue, the ocean is glittering, the city is bustling, and the smell of delicious food drifts in the air. From beach barbeques to burgers on a sunny patio, summertime food is celebratory food. But there’s one really fun culinary trend that has come

Summer in Victoria is a special time of year when the city really comes alive. Patios are packed, people stroll along sunny downtown streets, buskers fill the fragrant air with music, and beaches are busy with the sights and sounds of summer. While it can get hot, most days the weather is perfect for being

From stunning architecture and quaint towns, to wild shores and majestic forests, Vancouver Island is exceptionally beautiful. It is a place that has inspired generations of artists and writers whose works showcase and reflect the humanity, history, beauty, and wild tranquility of the West Coast. There have been many books written about Vancouver Island and

It’s officially October and with the crip air and short days, it’s nice to look forward to cozy nights spent inside. While it can be fun to get out and about in the evenings, there’s nothing like a rainy fall evening spent in pajamas, listening to music or watching a binge-worthy series with some incredible