Holiday Gift Guide - Winter 2022
Our Holiday Gift Guide showcases a few finds from
local shops that food folks on your list will love.
Another great gift? A subscription to Edible Vancouver Island!
CLIVE’S | VISTA 18
Give the gift of authentic, local + elevated dining experiences at Vista 18, Victoria’s only rooftop restaurant, AND Clive’s Classic Lounge, Victoria’s most highly acclaimed cocktail lounge, and receive a complimentary gift certificcate fromthem to you! One gift card redeemable at both venues makes for a memorable night out!
32 LAKES COFFEE ROASTERS
Powell River’s award-winning coffee roaster is now available at select grocers on Vancouver Island, offering high-quality roasts for every coffee lover. 32 Lakes is Green, Carbon Neutral and Surfrider certified by VIGBC in Victoria, B.C. They also boast Rainforest Alliance certiification and a give-back program that donates to local communities.
32lakes.com | @32lakescoffeeroasters
FOREST FOR DINNER
Small-batch, wild foraged foods gathered from the wilderness of Vancouver Island. From wild berries, jams and jellies, to marinated fungi, Forest for Dinner is your source for handpicking local foraged berries, fungi and botanicals. They transform those wild raw ingredients into unique preserves that are a must-try if you are in for something truly special and exceptional.Available online at or in selected retailers across Vancouver Island.
ARBUTUS MEADOWS
There’s something for everyone at Arbutus Meadows Farm this holiday season! Stop by the lavender shop and explore their handmade lavender products, home decor and more! They offer gorgeous, custom made gift baskets that will meet the needs of everyone on your shopping list this year. Come enjoy a seasonal espresso drink and soak in the merriment of the season!
GOOD LIFE JUICE
Holiday Dessert Tins from Good Life Juice are perfect for holidays at homeor gifting to friends + family. These beautiful, reusable tins are brimming with delicious handmade desserts including vegan chocolate bark, almond butter fudge, chocolate peanut butter balls and mint chocolate stars. Available online with delivery across the Island or pick up from their Nanaimo location.
CIRCLE CANNING
One of Victoria’s best kept secrets is that Paige Robinson, who produces Circle Canning, also makes a limited edition collection of holiday wreaths every year. Find these gems at the Victoria Public Market along with all her tasty canned goods.
chocolateproject.ca/circle-canning
SALT SPRING KITCHEN COMPANY
Uniquely Curated. Exceptionally Preserved. Elevating classic recipes with spicy, savoury twists. The result? Unique flavours that continue to surprise and delight. Choose from a wide variety of gift sets, including their NEW Cheese Please collection. They make the perfect hostess gift or stocking stuffer for the foodie in your life.
ISLANDERS FRESH AUTHENTIC MEXICAN SAUCE
This Vancouver Island-based family business making and selling traditional Mexican sauces in small batches, using original recipes and fresh ingredients. Their sauces are versatile, gluten-free, vegan, and with no sugar added. Their savoury selection is Sassy Tomato, Savoury Jalapeño and Spicy Lovers.
islandersfreshauthenticmexican.com
CHRISTOPHER NORMAN
At Christopher Norman Chocolates, they love to discover creative new ways to reinvent chocolate through visual appeal and taste. Their assortment of chocolate boxes, bars, vegan, and animal chocolates are the perfect treat, holiday gift, or gathering centrepiece. Order your favourites online or try something new at the Market Garden location in Victoria.
MERRIDALE
Experience Aura Gin – the newest spirit to the Merridale Cowichan line – just in time for the holidays. A mystical gin for those who value beauty & adventure, the colour transforms from violet to pink. Available At the Merridale Farm, online, & in a curated cocktail box through the Speakeasy Club.
merridale.ca | @merridalecider
FRENCH PRESS COFFEE ROASTERS
The seasonal coffee blends from the multi-award winning French Press Coffee Roasters in Qualicum Beach will delight even the most discerning connoisseur. Shop online, visit the roastery in Parksville, or stop by their lovely cafe in Qualicum to ask about their wholesale program.
LITTLE QUALICUM CHEESEWORKS
Complete your holiday shopping with a Little Qualicum Cheeseworks gift basket. Three options to choose from, each basket is filled with handcrafted cheese paired with local. and Canadian products to complement your charcuterie spread perfectly. It’s the perfect gift for a food lover, housewarming or hostess gift. Pre order online.
NAAS
Hand-harvested in Tofino, BC, Naas Foods premiumkelp [husmin] products make consuming kelp simple and delicious. Pair our Smoked Kelp Flakes with your favourite protein for a dimensional, smokey flavour, or use our Classic Kelp Seasoning as a salt alternative in your baking. The options are endless– sprinkle & enjoy!
Naasfoods.com | @naasfoods
OLIVE THIS + MORE
Delizia olives from Spain. High quality, 11 different flavours. Once you try these. olives there is no turning back. The brine that these olives are in is a family secret. Available at Olive This And More.
WOODFIRE SPICE
Spice up your gift-giving this Holiday Season with Wood Fire Spice Blends. Create that special gift with one of their 4 box options, personalized with your choice of spices. A gift to ignite culinary creativity with these chef-inspired, easy-to-use spice blends.Visit the website to place your orders and see their full range.
NATURAL PASTURES
Their award-winning cow and water buffalo cheeses are perfect as gifts, or to wow your friends at your next get-together. For local cheese, fresh curds, gift bags, and Ready-to-Bake puff pastry-wrapped Comox Brie, visit their Courtenay store, M-F, 9-4 (and Sat. 9-1 in December).
LEVEL GROUND COFFEE
The perfect holiday gift, this coffee is silky with notes of milk chocolate. Locally roasted in small batches. Available at your local grocer or online.
URBAN FORAGE
At Urban Forage you will find all these and many more amazing stocking stuffers and gifts of gourmet sauces, marinades, spice blends, snacks and more. Come find them at the Atrium, 800 Yates St. in the beautiful courtyard where you can choose a gift made with love by Chef Mike. You can also order online.
