Edible Vancouver Island Summer 2022

edible news + notes worth sharing eld notes >> You’ll also nd the recently opened Tonolli’s Deli in Sidney, which is a European bakery that also o ers a small breakfast and lunch menu.

NEW EATS >> Ono Poké is a new poké joint in Victoria o ering authentic Hawaiian-style poké bowls. ese beautiful dishes feature traditional Hawaiian avours using fresh local products.

>> ere’s a new bakery lled with incredible baked delights in Comox called e Flying Apron —and rumour has it they might just have some of the best croissants around. HAVE A BEER

>> Also in Victoria, Burger Crush has expanded from their food truck location on Cook Street to include a location on Fort Street, o ering the same legendary burgers, fries and drinks as the food truck.

>> …at Canada’s oldest beer festival. e Great Canadian Beer Festival in Victoria will be held September 9th and 10th, featuring 90 Canadian craft breweries from every region of the country. Soon after, on September 25th, get your ll of ethically sourced meat alongside your brew at Victoria’s Brewery and the Beast Festival. >> If you can’t wait until then, the Cowichan Craft Beer and Food Festival will take place on August 13th, showcas ing Vancouver Island and B.C. beer paired with artisan food.

>> And when you nd yourself peckish in Port Alberni, stop by the Riverbend Cafe & General Store for locally made snacks, pastries and more, as well as art and products from Island makers. BAKED TREATS >> In Sidney, bakery/cafe Sweeties by the Sea is a new addition to the foodie landscape and their tasty baked goods are a perfect complement to their adorable location.

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