Small Business Month Feature: Urban Forage
Meet Chef Michael Williams of Urban Forage! Making all their products from scratch, Chek TV's Chef Mike from "Cookin' on the Coast" has brought an outstanding market within The Atrium on Blanshard Street!
Small Business Month Feature: Violette Boutique
Meet owners Erin and Lea of Violette Boutique! Located on the beautiful lower Johnson Street, this shop specializes in jewelry, accessories, and home products.
Small Business Month Feature: Crust Bakery
Meet Chef Tom Moore and Crystal Moore of Crust Bakery! Voted #1 Best Bakery in Victoria two years in a row, Tom and Crystal offer only the most exquisite and fresh baked goods and coffee.
October is Small Business Month!
Happy October, Victoria, it's Small Business Month! Throughout the month, we will be introducing you to some amazing small business owners from around downtown Victoria. Follow along on Instagram, Facebook, and our blog to meet the incredible people behind small businesses in downtown Victoria.
Zero Waste Downtown: The Nulla Project
Have you heard of The Nulla Project? This great program helps you reduce your waste when taking your coffee to go! Read on to find out which beloved downtown businesses you can visit to participate in this great zero-waste initiative.
The Haunted History of Bastion Square
Did you know the Bastion Square area is the "Heart of Haunted Victoria"? This blog post offers a handful of ghostly tales about the square.
Wine Around the World here in Downtown Victoria!
Summer has officially kicked off as of June 20th, and a great way to celebrate this is over a yummy glass of wine! Downtown Victoria has no shortage of fabulous, well-known wine bars so here a list of just a few! If you are out and about at your favourite downtown wine bar, make sure to tag the local businesses to show your support!
Celebrate Dad Downtown!
Father's Day is fast approaching! If you need some suggestions for what to get for dear ol' Dad, or what to do to make this year extra special, downtown Victoria has you covered!
The Wonders of Yoga
Over the course of this pandemic, many were thrown into situations they could have never imagined. This past year it has been known that the need for mental health support is greater than ever. Many have found coping mechanisms that suit their individual needs, and a very popular tactic is yoga! Yoga is a centuries-old practice that individuals seek to have a time of self-reflection, stress-relief, and continued self-growth. Downtown Victoria has no shortage of fitness centres that offer various yoga classes for all levels no matter your experience!
Looking For More Sustainable Shopping Options?
Have you been in search of more green and sustainable products? Many find it difficult to find truly eco-friendly and reliable products without it being too expensive, complicated ingredient list or simply some find it too time consuming researching alternatives. Do not fear because downtown Victoria has many options to choose from!