Synopses & Reviews
An Intimate Guide to the Very Best of Victoria & Vancouver Island
"The Hills jam-pack their guide with 'you are there' details, photos, pen-and-ink sketches, a history of Victoria and Vancouver Island, and even . . . recipes from their favorite island friends and chefs."-Northwest Palate (Portland, Ore.)
This indispensable guide transforms the tourist into the informed visitor with insider tips on how and where to experience the very best of Victoria's and Vancouver Island's food, wine, and rich culture. Local experts Kathleen and Gerald Hill take you step-by-step through the most interesting restaurants and wineries to meet the people who live, labor, cultivate, and cook in this area of rich culinary tradition. You'll also discover where the locals go, where to find real bargains, and where to splurge magnificently.
Discover:
Vancouver Island's organic farms and wineries
Intriguing shops and charming lodgings
Fine dining recommendations for every budget
Recipes from the area's best regional chefs
Annual events and festivals
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
This guide to the very best of Victoria and Vancouver Island focuses on the areas excellent restaurants interesting wineries and unique shops Kathleen and Gerald Hill also introduce readers to the history and culture of this region rich in culinary tr
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