What is happening in Victoria's food scene this week?

Good morning foodies,

Today we are bringing you a list of restaurants in Oak Bay that deserve a spot in your must-try list, from international flavours to comforting classics. We are also brining you a story on new restaurants to check out around Victoria, selected by our readers.

Over in the news section, you’ll find more info about a new Spanish brunch concept that opened downtown, brought to you by Cenote and don’t forget to check out the deals section of today’s edition to learn about a free snack offer with every Sapporo purchase at a local sushi restaurant.

Now let’s get to it.

😍 5 spots to try right now

🍝 Zambri’s: Check out this award-winning Italian restaurant at 820 Yates St.

🍗 Thunderbird: Grab delicious Korean fried chicken at 253 Cook. 

🍽 Glo Restaurant & Lounge: Beautiful restaurant along the Selkirk Waterway with floor-to-ceiling windows offering an intimate yet relaxed dinner experience.

🍺 Phillips Brewing: Whether you’re looking to grab a six-pack to take home or a full beer tasting experience, Phillips is a great local option.

☕️ Moka House Coffee: A coffee shop and a community gathering space making excellent espressos in Cook and Cadboro Bay. 

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Restaurants to check out in Oak Bay

Earlier this year, Oak Bay was named one of the top six places to live in Canada. Nestled by the coast and full of charm, Oak Bay is a beautiful area and, for us foodies, a food lover's paradise. Whether you're an Oak Bay resident, a curious Victoria foodie, or a visitor exploring the area, Oak Bay's culinary scene offers an incredible variety of dining options. From international flavours to comforting classics, we’ve curated a list highlighting some of the best restaurants in Oak Bay that deserve a spot on your must-visit list. 

Check them out.

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7 new restaurants we can’t wait to visit this spring 

Victoria has no shortage of incredible places to eat, but every year a few new spots open that completely steal the show. Here are some of the best new restaurants in Victoria that are raising the bar and bringing fresh flavours to the table. Have you been to any of them yet?

See the list. 

🗞️ News

Cenote Restaurant introduced a new Spanish brunch and cafe in their space upstairs: Volta. Open Wed.-Sun. 

Sushi Field Admirals location permanently closed last week. 

Buy Island: How to shop hyperlocal amid US tariffs. [Capital Daily]

Off The Eaten Track just introduced a new Kid Cuisine Crawl in partnership with the Royal BC Museum. 

Best pizza in Victoria, according to readers. 

Cafe Malabar reopened in a new waterfront location last month. 

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🗓️ Events

Exploring the Delightful World of Chocolate: Join Julie's Delights Chocolates at Westshore Town Centre tonight for an educational workshop covering the history, transformation process, and expert tasting techniques of chocolate, complete with samples to indulge your senses. 

Open Table Dinner Series with Hide N Seek: Visit Flourish BeauTea in Langford for a collaborative dinner with Hide N Seek catering. The dinner series showcases Asian comfort food alongside specialty beverages and pastries. The menu features ramen, gyoza, sushi sando, and drinks and desserts by Flourish.

Friday Night Flights: Join The Westin Bear Mountain for a wine-tasting journey with canapé pairings every Friday. This week’s theme is “West Coast Classics.”

Savour Sidney: The exclusive prix-fixe dining event in Sidney starts tomorrow.  

Fondue at The Farmer’s Daughter: The last date to check out their fondue this season is next Wednesday. The experience includes a classic cheese fondue blend of cave aged gruyère, Vacherin Fribourgeois, and appenzeller with roasted potatoes, cauliflower, cured meats, balsamic onions, cornichons, apples, and baguette. Paired with a glass of wine each (white or red). 

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 💸 Deals

• Free snack with every Sapporo purchase at E:Né Raw Food and Sake Bar on Mondays. 

• 12% off on all dishes at Laila Laila Hot Pot on March 8, for International Women’s Day.

• 15% off tapas at The Tapa Bar on Tuesdays.

​​• $11 wings at Darcy’s Pub Westshore on Wednesdays, all day.

• $18 burger and beer at The Fernwood Inn on Tuesdays.

🧑‍💻 Jobs

• All positions at Fern Cafe and Bakery

• Brunch line cooks at OEB

• Part-time staff at Peckish Cafe

• Chefs de partie, servers and more roles at Ugly Ducking

📸 Post of the week

Great classic sushi rolls and not-so-classic rolls at Gozen Sushi downtown. The restaurant’s special rolls include baked rolls, deep-fried rolls, torched rolls, and more. They are so good!
Video by @dinewithfrancine 

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