Looking for an awesome hike within an hour’s drive of Victoria? Skip Thetis Lake, drive right by clogged Witty’s Lagoon and head toward Sooke for Matheson Lake Park. Set in a thick rainforest at the base of steep Mount Matheson, Matheson Lake has a lot to offer for the perennial hiker and nature-lover: a stunning ... Read More
Until recently, happy hour was something Victorians had to travel to Seattle to enjoy. And then, voila, on June 20, 2014, B.C. loosened up its liquor laws, enabling B.C. establishments to offer happy hour specials — sort of. What’s the catch? There’s still a minimum price in effect — $5 for a pint of beer ... Read More
Once upon a time, I had three different fitness memberships. Despite that silliness, I was still looking for a place that offered decent yoga. My dream was to find everything I wanted — from equipment to classes to the right vibe — under one roof, for one price. And then I found something even better: ... Read More