Posts with tag 'Victoria, BC'

Fall is almost here, and Victoria's coffee shops are ringing in the new season with a fresh menu of seasonal drinks and baked sweets. You've been working hard—why not treat yourself to some of these limited-time goodies? Here are some of the best independent coffee shops offering fall-themed drinks and snacks near our Victoria homes for sale recommended by our real estate agents.

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Victoria's brewing traditions run deep. In fact, the iconic Victoria Brewing Company was first founded four whole years before the city was officially incorporated!  

With such a rich history in this field, it's no wonder that this area is home to the Great Canadian Beer Festival. This two-day annual event is one of the biggest craft beer showcases in the country. Many of our real estate agents visit every year and always have a great time. This year marks the event's 30th anniversary, and the organizers have big things planned to mark the occasion. Want to see what they've cooked up? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about this beloved celebration of Canadian craft brewing.

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Victoria is one of the oldest cities in British Columbia, and some of the homes constructed in the years right after its founding are still standing today. Our real estate agents enjoy visiting these historic residences and comparing their layouts, functions, and design features to those found in our Victoria homes for sale today. Peek into the past with us by visiting these five historic homes around town.

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BC is home to all kinds of small-scale farms and food providers, but you won't always find these businesses' products at your local grocery store. Flavour Trails is an initiative that aims to expose more British Columbians to all the delicious, wholesome foods that this province has to offer. Each season, small farms and agricultural businesses across a specific area invite participants to visit their premises during a festival weekend to enjoy tours, samples, and special discounts.  

The Central Saanich Flavour Trail is coming up on July 12th and 13th, and our real estate agents are excited to get out there and see what the many food producers near our Victoria homes for sale have in store. Join them at the following locations and get a taste of our region's bounty.

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Happy Canada Day, everyone! The big day is nearly here, and Southern Vancouver Island is ready to celebrate. According to our real estate agents, there's a special event planned for almost every community near our Victoria homes for sale. Keep reading for all the details on the five Canada Day festivals they think are most worth checking out this July 1st.

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