Edible News + Notes: August 14, 2023

New Places and Spaces 

The Break Bistro and Cafe , a recent addition to Ucluelet, launched this summer. Their focus lies on utilizing fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients to craft all their offerings from scratch. With breakfast, lunch, and delectable pastries on the menu, the cafe also proudly serves Cobble Hill roasted Drum Roaster Coffee.

Introducing the Beer Quest App, a must-have for beer enthusiasts! Created by the Victoria Beer Society , this app offers badges and points for exclusive rewards, including discounted VBS event tickets. Download the app now and embark on your beer journey!

Cumberland welcomes a few food truck. Tameet is the first Eritrean/Ethiopian food truck on the Island, proudly showcasing house-made Injera, the distinctive sour fermented flatbread with a delightful spongy texture. Located at 324 3rd Street, the truck offers gluten-free and vegetarian choices as well.

Avenue Bistro in Comox is now under the ownership of a family from Frankfurt, sparking anticipation for a German-inspired touch to be introduced to the culinary scene of Comox Valley.

Triestina Pasta & Provisions, renowned for their handcrafted artisan pasta and delectable Italian dolci showcased at farmer's markets, have excitingly unveiled their very own storefront. They are located at 107-1753 Sean Heights, Saanichton.

For travelers journeying up or down the island, there's a fresh new spot to fuel up: Hanks Cowichan, the latest addition to Cowichan Valley. This new establishment provides freshly baked goods, locally roasted coffee courtesy of Peaks Coffee Company, and essential provisions. Find them at #3 - 5311 Trans Canada Highway, conveniently situated next to Dulux Paint.

Qualicum Beach is now home to a newly opened boulangerie. L’ îlette Boulangerie is a new establishment that offers an array of freshly baked goods, a selection of lunch options, and espresso choices from Caffe Fantastico.
 

Closures

After a successful decade of community service, the acclaimed restaurant Saveur has unfortunately closed its doors.

Maria’s Deli, a renowned Victoria establishment cherished for 46 years, has sadly closed its doors. The deli was celebrated for its fresh fare and imported delicacies.

Justos  has recently revealed their decision to close down after delighting the community with their scrumptious plant-based hummus and dips since 2019. Throughout their journey, they produced an impressive 4.5 metric tons of hummus and generously contributed to the community.