
Who doesn't like to relax on a warm summer evening with a cold beer or a glass of fine wine? Victoria's active wine-making and brewing scene is one of the things that our real estate agents love most about this area. Check out some of the following spots to order local wine, cider, or beer for your summer sipping.

Whether you're planning to spend the summer at the beach, camping in the great outdoors, or just catching some rays at home, a good book will make the experience even better. Here are some of our real estate agents' favourite spots to scope out new summer reads around Victoria.

Hosting a party in the coming months? An elegant Victoria sponge cake might be just the thing to round out your selection of refreshments. Filled with buttercream and real fruit preserves and topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, this classic cake is light, refined, and utterly delicious.
You don't have to be a baker to treat your guests to one of these delectable creations. Here are a few local bake shops where our real estate agents say you can get a great Victoria sponge.

Victoria's gorgeous scenery is one of the city's best assets, and outdoor dining is a great way to enjoy it. If you're not in the mood for a summertime picnic, though, there are countless restaurants with beautiful patio spaces around town where you can eat instead. Keep reading to learn which spots our real estate agents recommend visiting for an outdoor meal this summer.