• Taste some delicious seafood at Fisherman’s Wharf Park nearby. Many artisan food shops and boutique restaurants offer a rich menu of this culinary delicacy that has been caught fresh from the nearby bay.

• Enjoy a Nanaimo Bar when out exploring Victoria. While the Nanaimo Bar originated in the Canadian city of Nanaimo, this outstanding dessert is popular across British Columbia. This multilayered treat consists of a coconut-crumb base, followed by custard icing and a chocolate ganache.

• Delight in some fantastic afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress, which has been a beloved culinary tradition ever since the hotel first opened. Guests have especially adored the rich strawberry jam that comes with the delectable pastries that are served during this incredibly memorable event.