Edible Vancouver Island March/April 2024

EAT. DRINK. LOCAL GUIDE

Nothing heralds the arrival of warmer temperatures and summer promises quite like a beautiful weekend brunch. Across the island, restaurants celebrate the spring season by creating breakfast and brunch menus that highlight West Coast ingredients. They partner with local farmers, fishers, brewers, vintners and producers in celebration of our local food and drink communities. Our EAT. DRINK. LOCAL guide has a few ideas of where to visit for a fresh spring brunch experience.

Photo courtesy of Long Beach Lodge

Crown Isle Resort Crown Isle Resort welcomes you for breakfast seven days a week in the beautiful Atrium, overlooking the 18th green and Comox Glacier. Enjoy dishes from Chef Dan Vogt, including Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict, Brioche French Toast, and a Breakfast Focaccia Sandwich - perfect with a mimosa. Daily, 9-11:30am. Reservations are encouraged. @crownisle 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay crownisle.com/dining 250-703-5088

Boom + Batten Indulge in the allure of Boom + Batten's brunch; seven days a week from opening until 2 pm. Set against the inner harbour, their elevated casual dining experience combines a picturesque view with an inventive Pacific Northwest-inspired menu. Sourced locally, their chefs craft dishes that capture the essence of the region. @boombatten 2 Paul Kane Place, Victoria boomandbatten.com 250-940-5850

Alpina Restaurant at Villa Eyrie Resort Ranked among the top 6 brunch hotspots on Vancouver Island, Alpina Restaurant at Villa Eyrie Resort is a foodie must. Indulge in an array of European inspired brunch creations meticulously crafted to delight even the most discerning palates. Skip the lines and reserve your table in the sky today. @VillaEyrie 600 Ebadora Lane, Villa Eyrie Resort villaeyrie.com 250-856-0188

Qualicum Beach Cafe The Qualicum Beach Cafe is your Oceanside destination for West Coast Breakfast & Brunch! Our Team will greet you with a smile bright and early for Breakfast, served from 8am – enjoy an Early Bird special from 8am-9am! More of a late riser? We have Brunch on from 11am-3pm! We look forward to hosting you. @qualicumbeachcafe 2690 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach qualicumbeachcafe.com 250-752-8146

Nanoose Bay Coffee Shop The Nanoose Bay Cafe Coffee Shop is your marina-side morning destination, with locally roasted French Press Coffee Roasters' brew and house-made light fare. With an outlet at nearly every seat and a friendly Kids Corner, we welcome all to work, relax, and connect. Make sure you check out the Marketplace for amazing local artisan goods! @nanoosebaycafe 3521 Dolphin Drive, Nanoose Bay nanoosebaycafe.com 250-468-0780

Rusted Rake Our Sunday Brunch is inspired by our approach to food…fresh, unpretentious west coast fare, lovingly prepared with the most delicious local ingredients available. Available 9am-2pm every Sunday until Mothers Day. Brisket Benedict and mimosa, anyone? Meet you at The Rake. @rustedrakebrewing 3106 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay rrbrewing.ca 250-821-1934

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20 MAR/APR 2024 EDIBLE VANCOUVER ISLAND