What's New In Your Area

Thursday, February 17, 2011

The Police In This Hood Don't Do Donuts!

When I lived in the South East neighbourhood of Midnapore, going to Starbucks was a staple in my diet. I think out of the one hundred or more times that I was there, only twice did I go inside.
I LIVED IN THAT NICE, LONG, COMFORTABLY SMOOTH DRIVE THRU with a CLEAR SPEAKER BOX and FRIENDLY PEOPLE ATTACHED TO THE VOICES INSIDE.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

A Welcome Addiction

You just cannot have an afternoon in Victoria without your Honey Bun!
For many years I travelled to Victoria and experienced it's unique wonders saying, "I will move here one day" and that day eventually came. In 1995, I commuted to work from Sidney to Victoria by transit and stopped every day by the Honeybun Cafe that was on the west side of Douglas Street at the corner of Fisgard Street. I patronized the cafe for an occasional coffee but never left without a golden glazed, creamy coconut delight that was the Honey Bun!
The HONEY BUNS were so delicious that

It's Pag's To The Locals

Standing in line is not something uncommon for good food or drinks on a night in Victoria. So if someone suggests, hey let's go to Pag's, there is usually no hesitation. It is worth the wait.
When you go, expect to hear bustling people, jazzy music and clinking dishes. Order anything from the menu that suits your restaurant palate as long as you save room for dessert.
I recommend