Greater Victoria singer and pianist Michael Kaeshammer opens his kitchen door to celebrity musical guests in a new television cooking show. (Courtesy Michael Kaeshammer)

Peninsula pianist takin’ care of business in the kitchen with Randy Bachman

Michael Kaeshammer kicks off fall tour with Salt Spring, Victoria shows

 

Executive chef Kristian Eligh in front of his new kitchen at Marilena Cafe and Raw Bar. (Ella Matte/News Staff)

Restaurant group opening upscale raw bar and more in Victoria

The dining corporation also has restaurants in Whistler and New York

 

Varsha restaurant, Allan Reid photo

Allan Reid and Voracious visit Varsha

Indian cuisine with a twist

  • Feb 3, 2023
Varsha restaurant, Allan Reid photo
Bartender Rohit Sharma in action at Rebar.

Behind Bars column visits Rebar

Comfort dining and cocktails with a twist

  • Feb 2, 2023
Bartender Rohit Sharma in action at Rebar.
Yukatsu & Uburger on Blanshard is pink and has a bulgogi burger. (Chris Campbell photo)

This new all-pink Asian diner just might have Victoria’s best burger

A new Victoria resident offers the first item in his food blog

Yukatsu & Uburger on Blanshard is pink and has a bulgogi burger. (Chris Campbell photo)
Allan Reid food column on 900 Degrees pizza

900˚ Wood-Fired Pizzeria fires up Allan Reid

Voracious, Victoria’s restaurant column

  • Dec 29, 2022
Allan Reid food column on 900 Degrees pizza

Flavours to set the taste buds dancing

Food columnist Allan Reid visits Liberty Kitchen

  • Dec 27, 2022
AJ Auld and Taylor MacNeil at Browns Crafthouse

Behind Bars visits Vic West’s Browns Crafthouse

A focus on local beers, wines, products and people

  • Nov 30, 2022
AJ Auld and Taylor MacNeil at Browns Crafthouse
Papa Moes restaurant - Allan Reid photo

Relishing the New York City flavours at Papa Moe’s

A connection with Folkway Records leads Allan Reid to restaurant

  • Nov 28, 2022
Papa Moes restaurant - Allan Reid photo
Fiamo Restaurant - Allan Reid photo

Don’t pass by Fiamo: it’s worth the stop!

Allan Reid’s Voracious restaurant column

  • Oct 26, 2022
Fiamo Restaurant - Allan Reid photo
Leopold's Tavern in Victoria

Leopold’s Tavern toasts success and second birthday with people power

An accessible, safe and intimate space

  • Sep 21, 2022
Leopold's Tavern in Victoria
Shawn Soole

Secrets to stocking your home bar

Tips from hospitality entrepreneur Shawn Soole

  • Aug 29, 2022
Shawn Soole
PiCNiC Too logo

Astroturf, all-day breakfast and Congee

Who doesn’t like a picnic on a sunny day? Although, I haven’t…

  • Jul 27, 2022
PiCNiC Too logo
Sandwich at Roast by Allan Reid

Where the roasts are exquisite

Roast at the Victoria Public Market

  • May 27, 2022
Sandwich at Roast by Allan Reid
Eva Schnitzelhaus by Allan Reid

Craving schnitzel?

Eva is the place to be.

  • Apr 30, 2022
Eva Schnitzelhaus by Allan Reid
L'Apero Wine and Cheese Bistro

Wine and cheese? Yes, please!

L’Apero Wine & Cheese Bistro

  • Apr 29, 2022
L'Apero Wine and Cheese Bistro
The Mint bartender Alex Snow

Behind Bars with bartender Alex Snow

Uncovering the mysteries of The Mint

  • Mar 14, 2022
The Mint bartender Alex Snow
Big Bad John's

Let go of your inner neat freak and revel in Big Bad John’s

Food columnist Allan Reid visits the legendary Victoria establishment

  • Feb 23, 2022
Big Bad John's
Parsonage Cafe

It’s all about community…and excellent taste

Food columnist Allan Reid visits the Parsonage Cafe

  • Jan 24, 2022
Parsonage Cafe