Synopses & Reviews
Explore the West Coast as only a native can with these witty and fact-filled guides. Readers get an intimate view of the joys and pleasures offered in each region as Kathleen and Gerald Hill describe the scenic countryside, the ins and outs of town centers, and the too little-known destinations. Through detailed walking and driving tours, they tell travelers all the insider secrets: local hangouts, great diners and exquisite restaurants, festivals, unusual boutiques and shops, and delightful accommodations, with special emphasis on wineries small and large. Also features recipes from the area's top chefs. Victoria and Vancouver Island--where else can people enjoy Canadian urbanity with fine wines and restaurants, shops, museums, and theater, and in five minutes be at the beach or in 30 minutes be deep in the rain forest? Join Kathleen and Gerald Hill as they take readers step-by-step through the pleasures of Victoria and Vancouver Island's food, wine, and culture. Included are recipes from the region's most renowned chefs.
Review
"Charged with immediacy and affection . . . [attractions] described in detail and with great gusto. A wonderful book for those lucky enough to make the trip, and a lot of fun for armchair travelers." --
The Statesman Journal (Salem, Ore.)
Synopsis
Victoria and Vancouver Island--where else can people enjoy Canadian urbanity with fine wines and restaurants, shops, museums, and theater, and in five minutes be at the beach or in 30 minutes be deep in the rain forest? Join Kathleen and Gerald Hill as they take readers step-by-step through the pleasures of Victoria and Vancouver Island's food, wine, and culture. Included are recipes from the region's most renowned chefs.
Synopsis
Kathleen and Gerald Hill take you step-by-step so that you can fully experience the pleasures of Victoria and Vancouver Island's food, wine, and culture.
Synopsis
This gem of a guide takes you up to and through the front door of the most interesting restaurants and wineries as well as the most unique shops and lodgings in Victoria and Vancouver Island. You'll discover where the locals go, where to find real bargains, and where to splurge magnificently. You'll also meet the people who live, labor, cultivate, and cook in this area of rich culinary tradition.
Inside you will find: recipes from the kitchens of some of the best regional chefs; delightful accommodations; fun boutiques and antiques shops; fine dining for every pocket; nightspots and little-known hangouts; cozy tearooms and cafes; annual events and festivals.
About the Author
Kathleen and Gerald Hill are native Californians who have lived in the Sonoma Valley for more than two decades. Kathleen has written widely on the culinary arts and was a collaborator and friend of the late M.F.K. Fisher. Gerald is a historian and an attorney who writes about travel and history.
Table of Contents
(1) How to Use Your Hill Guide (2) Getting Here and Getting Around (3) Neighborhoods of Greater Victoria (4) Exploring Outside Victoria (5) Up Island (6) The Other Islands (7) Outdoor Things To Do (8) History of Victoria and Vancouver Island (9) List of Lists (10) Annual Events and Festivals