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Looking for More Open Patios?

Ariel Glidden May 12, 2021

Local restaurants have struggled with the tighter pandemic restrictions, but it is finally patio season in Victoria! Many of the fabulous downtown restaurants that we know and love are offering…

A Culinary Trip to Japan

Ariel Glidden May 10, 2021

Despite the fact that we can't travel right now, we can still experience the countries of the world. Are you a fan of delicious Japanese cuisine? Well, the fantastic Japanese…

How About Korean Food for Dinner?

Ariel Glidden May 5, 2021

Restaurants are struggling right now, with the tighter COVID restrictions and the lack of tourism. That makes it even more important to support them! Though we can't eat indoors, restaurants…

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Ariel Glidden April 16, 2021

Earth Month Sustainable Living: Eco-Conscious Shops

The choices we make when we shop are important and can make a huge difference to both local businesses and the environment. There are many businesses downtown that care deeply about the environment and have eco-conscious initiatives, goals, and business…

Ariel Glidden April 14, 2021

Earth Month Sustainable Living: Supporting Local Businesses

April is Earth Month and one fantastic way to live sustainably is to support local businesses! Whether it's a retail shop, a grocery store, a restaurant, or a supplier, they help keep our city a unique and diverse place, re-invest…

Ariel Glidden April 12, 2021

Earth Month Sustainable Living: Green Beauty

A great way to lower your environmental footprint and care for the earth is to support green beauty companies and products. There are many downtown businesses to help you with this goal, from hair care to beauty salons and beyond.…

Ariel Glidden April 9, 2021

Earth Month Sustainable Living: Buy Less Meat

One of the most tangible ways to lessen your environmental footprint is to buy less meat. The meat industry contributes immensely to climate change and greenhouse gases, as well as affecting individual ecosystems and using a lot of space and…

Ariel Glidden April 7, 2021

Earth Month Sustainable Living: Buy Less Packaging

Buying less packaging and reducing your single-use plastic consumption is a fantastic way to support the environment and minimize your plastic footprint. For Earth Month, we want to help you find easy ways to live more sustainably. So we have…

Ariel Glidden April 6, 2021

Earth Month Sustainable Living: Buy Less New

April is Earth Month and we want to help you feel empowered when it comes to sustainable living. A great way to live more sustainably is to buy less new. Shopping secondhand keeps things out of the landfill and allows…

Ariel Glidden April 1, 2021

What Does Sustainability Really Look Like?

April is Earth Month! We talked to Sadie at The Sustainable Fox, a company specializing in advising and consulting on sustainability plans and habits, and asked her some questions about what sustainability looks like and how to have a more…

Ariel Glidden March 31, 2021

Women’s History Month Spotlights Round-Up

Throughout March, we featured many of the women-owned downtown businesses here on our blog with the goal of acknowledging and celebrating them and their achievements. They help make our city and our community special. With the month coming to an…

Ariel Glidden March 29, 2021

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Bernstein & Gold

Are you looking for beauty and a contemporary style in your clothing? Bernstein & Gold is the place for you! They have a fabulous selection of fashions, accessories, footwear, and beauty products. As part of Women's History Month, Claudia, co-owner…

Ariel Glidden March 26, 2021

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Frances Grey

As part of Women's History Month, we want to help celebrate, appreciate, and acknowledge the fabulous women-owned businesses in downtown Victoria. One of these is Frances Grey, owned and run by the wonderful Lara. Frances Grey is a treasure trove…