Knowing how and where to experience the pleasures of an area's food, wine, and culture separates the informed visitor from the tourist. Whether you explore Victoria and Vancouver Island by car or on foot, Kathleen and Gerald Hill take you step-by-step so that you can fully appreciate the beauty and charm of the region. 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 on Vancouver Island. You'll discover where the locals go, where to find the 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.