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items I love exploring the city on days off from classes and work, and these are some of my favorite places in the beautiful capital of British Columbia and beyond!
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The most AMAZING fried dumplings with homemade chili oil, and if they have it in stock, never sleep on their homemade peanut sauce either!
Dumpling Drop
If you know me, you know I’ve collected records since I could drop a needle on my own. Ditch records is one of the best record stores I’ve been to. Well stocked and always updating, kind staff who are happy to chat with you about your finds and what ...
Ditch Records & CD's
COLAGE is a small business market filled with fun products from tons of local creators. From stickers and art cards to earrings (my fave) and hand painted press on nails, COLAGE has everything you need for a unique shopping experience.
COLAGE - Creators’ Market
One thing about me? I am a soup girl. Give me a rainy afternoon with a blanket, a bowl of soup, and Netflix any day and I’ll be happy. This place is close by, makes fantastic Pho, and is super reasonably priced. My fiancée and I love to stop here jus...
Phonomenal Vietnamese Cafe
Maude’s is the second oldest pub in Victoria, and it’s obvious why it’s stood the test of time. Good food, cheap drinks, wonderful staff and some of the best cheesecake I’ve had in a while (if they have the Skor cheesecake, just get it), we frequent ...
Maude Hunter's Pub
If you’re looking for books in Victoria, Munro’s is your place. They have a wide selection, stunning architecture, and perhaps coolest of all - they’ve been an independently owned store since founding in 1963. While you’re in there, see if you can fi...
Munro's Books
Filled with small business delights and just down the street from Munro’s bookstore, Makers is one of the biggest local creative markets operating in Victoria. Find a gift for anyone on your list here, or treat 👏🏻 your 👏🏻 self 👏🏻
Shop Makers Victoria
Kind, attentive staff, a gorgeous building, and some of the best Greek food I’ve had since leaving Greece? All around winner. Went for my fiancée’s birthday dinner this year and have craved it constantly ever since.
Ithaka Greek Restaurant
Campbell River
Some of the best sushi and teriyaki I have had since moving from Seattle - the home of teriyaki. You can’t go wrong at Miki’s whether you’re there for breakfast ramen, a quick sushi lunch to go, or dining in where the robot delivers your food. I plan...
Miki's Breakfast & Sushi
Now Moxie’s is a Canadian staple chain, but something about this particular location keeps my office coming back. Maybe it’s the gorgeous view of the water and the mountains, maybe it’s the food, or the staff, or a combination of these, but we’ve nev...
Moxies Campbell River Restaurant
When Jin’s slogan says delicious - they mean it! Salty, tender bulgogi meat, crispy Korean fried chicken, and huge portions make this a fan favorite in my office. Bonus - it’s not far from a beautiful beach to sit and eat at.
Jin's Kitchen | Korean Restaurant in Campbell River | Order Online
This may look like a shack on the side of the highway, but don’t let their appearance fool you, my coworkers will tell you this is some of the best coffee they’ve ever had, and its frequented by the locals. Take it to go or sit out the tables that fa...
FoggDukkers Coffee and Roasting