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Where to Find Victoria’s Best
Toast-Worthy Pours
SOAK IN THE COAST
To reach the parks highest point,
head west to the flagstaff or continue
down the field to Dallas Rd. Crossing
over Dallas Rd. you’ll enter the park’s
leash-optional area. You’ll also enjoy
access to its multiple beach access
points.
Here, your hike can either be ended
by retracing your steps. Or, for more
fun, you can take the Dallas Rd. Water-
front Trail west, as it curves along the
coast through Holland Point Park and
past the Breakwater Lighthouse.
Difficulty Easy.
Accessible Year-round.
Dogs Permitted on-leash, accept designated
off-leash zone.
Tips Pack a lunch to enjoy at one of the picnic tables.
Bring a camera for the incredible vistas.
BEER HAS BEEN BREWED in Victoria
longer than anywhere else in BC. This
is thanks to William Steinberger, a
German gent who moved to the city
from San Francisco in 1859. Despite
coming during the Fraser Canyon Gold
Rush, Steinberger focused his sights on
liquid gold — brewing beer to satiate the
thirsty prospectors.
With the exception of Prohibition
from 1916 – 1920 and a two-year span
in the early 80s when the city lost its
last remaining brewery, Steinberger’s
legacy continues to pour throughout the
fair capital. But, the real ‘craft’ began in
1984, when both Spinnakers (308 Cath-
erine St.) and Vancouver Island Brewing
(2330 Government St.) opened.
From day one, Spinnakers brewed
beer in-house and served their selection
with a menu that rivaled its high-qual-
ity pours. This ‘gastropub’ mentality
was the first of its kind in the city.
More than three centuries later, it still
remains one of the region’s top beer
destinations.
When Vancouver Island Brewing
opened, they focused on creating a
selection of all-natural beers. Prizing
quality over quantity, they were slow
to grow their year-round and seasonal
selections — but the result is a flavorful
menu worthy of note.
Today, the city is home to more than
13 different breweries and gastropubs.
In addition to the founding breweries,
some of the top picks include Swans
Brewpub & Buckerfield Brewery (506
Pandora Ave.). Located in Victoria’s Old
Town, the heritage architecture is im-
pressive. So too is the fact that its beers
have won more than two dozen awards.
With its waterfront location and
regular lineup of live music, Canoe Brew
Pub (450 Swift St.) is another winner —
particularly on a sunny day. Additional
craft brewery selections include Hoyne
Brewing Company (102-2740 Bridge
St.), Moon Under Water Brewpub (350
Victoria may be best known for its afternoon tea
and historical charm, but it’s also ground central for
British Columbia’s craft beer revolution.
Bay St.), and Driftwood Brewery (102-
450 Hillside Ave.).
However, arguably the most popular
brewery in Victoria can be found in the
city’s Burnside neighborhood. Phillips
Brewing (2010 Government St.) began
in a windowless apartment. But the
humble beginnings didn’t keep the
founder, Matt Phillips, from flexing his
creative muscles. When the brewery
launched in 2001, his flavor profiles
were considered ‘out of the can’ with a
selection that included Espresso Stout
and Raspberry Wheat Ale. Phillips
continues to explore untraditional flavor
profiles and finetune beloved classics.
ANSWERS TO CROSSWORD PUZZLE
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