Victoria Cheese and Meat Artisan Food and Beverage Festival

• DATE: Saturday, September 10 11:00 am to 9:00 pm with tastings at 11am, 3pm & 7pm
• INFO & TICKETS: victoria.cheeseandmeatfestival.com
• VENUE: Car Shop at Bayview (253 Esquimalt Road – access via Catherine Street)
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• Explore the smell, tastes, and textures of the Cheese and Meat Festival. Taste your way through international and local artisan food and liquor samples.  All guests will be given a small charcuterie board upon entry that will allow for samples to be placed on the board while vendors describe their offerings. The Festival also showcases a 60/40 food to beverage mix.

Grimm’s Fine Foods Will Be There!  Gluten-Free Goodness We Can Trust!

All of Grimm’s Fine Foods’ meat products are gluten-free, soy-free and made without added MSG. A huge selection of their products are also lactose-free – check the ingredient label to be sure. Learn more about Grimm’s here …

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“Grimm’s Fine Foods has been a trusted family favourite for over 60 years. We’re passionate about eating smart, and only use the freshest ingredients and leanest cuts. We guarantee that our products contain absolutely no fillers. We also try to make our products as low in salt and fat as possible.”

Beans to Brew: An Evening All About Coffee
Tuesday May 30th | 6:30 – 8:00pm
Purchase Tickets in Advance – $20 – space is limited
710 Towner Park Rd, North Saanich (see map)

Millstone Farm is excited to welcome Sam Jones—founder of the island-born coffee roastery 2% Jazz. For over 25 years, Sam has been committed to sourcing, roasting and brewing exceptional craft coffee. Beginning as an outdoor kiosk in downtown Victoria, 2% Jazz has grown to become a community staple—renowned for the quality of its coffee and the warm and welcoming atmosphere of its indoor cafe.

On May 30th, join Millstone Farm for an evening all about coffee as Sam takes us on a journey from bean to brew. Learn how coffee is grown, sourced, roasted and brewed—and how to make the perfect cup at home!

After the presentation, enjoy a coffee tasting, a selection of gluten-free pastries and the musical ambiance of wes rd wraggett on Jazz Guitar! Coffee beans will be available for purchase, packaged and in bulk, along with Miron glass jars for storing the beans in maximum freshness and shelf life.

Store shelves will be well stocked with freshly milled flours, All Purpose Flour, Pancake Mix and the GF spices. Whole gluten-free grains will also be available for purchase, along with organic fresh eggs, organic, single-forest Maple Syrup,  recyclable egg cartons, cook books & so much more.

• 710 Towner Park Rd, North Saanich (see map)
• Open Thursday-Friday-Saturday 10am to 5pm
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• 778-350-1455
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• Millstone Farm’s extensive line of organic flours  are stone-milled in a dedicated gluten-free facility.
• Grains can be milled up to 3 times to ensure that the flour contains the entirety of the grain.
• Gluten-free oats are milled in a separate mill in order to protect celiacs who cannot tolerate even pure oats.
• Whole, unmilled grains are also available for purchase.
• Organic spices, sourced from organic suppliers from around the world,  are milled to order for optimal aroma and taste, then stored in light-impenetrable, miron glass.
• All-purpose and pancake mixes are created in house and are xanthan gum free.
• Also at the store: organic fresh eggs, organic, single-forest maple syrup,  recyclable egg cartons, cook books & so much more.
• Coming soon – an outdoor cob oven for rustic, gluten-free baking! Think cinnamon buns and pizza!

Millstone Farms’ flours are milled to order. Phone or text 778-350-1455 or email millstonefarmer@gmail.com. Collect in person at the farm. 

Flours sold at the store on Thursday, Friday & Saturday are milled on Wednesdays.

Almond Flour • Amaranth • Arrowroot Starch • Baking Powder • Baking Soda • Brown Flax Flour • Brown Flax Meal • Brown Flax Seeds • Chickpea • Coconut Flakes • Coconut Flour •  Corn (tested to be gluten-free) • Cornstarch • Dried Organic Black Beans • Garfava • Vegan Chocolate Chips • Golden Flax Flour • Golden Flax Meal • Golden Flax Seed • Millet • Oat (pure from Avena) • Potato Starch • Psyllium Husk • Quinoa • Sorghum • Superfine Brown Rice • Sweet • White Rice • Tapioca Starch • Teff • White Rice • Xanthan Gum

• TESTIMONIAL: “My friend and I went to the most interesting family farm yesterday afternoon.  It is Millstone Farm & Organics and they specialize in organic, gluten-free grains. One can order fresh ground flours and pick up when convenient. They also have the MOST amazing vanilla, vanilla beans, and powder, fresh organic eggs, lots of interesting articles in their little shop. They also have spices which can be fresh ground, essential oils, etc. Check them out if you live on the Island.”  Diane Jenson

Millstone Farm’s  herbs and vegetables, organic soaps & wool products are focused on healthy, sustainable, zero waste living and packaged in refillable & reusable containers.

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Organic Canvas Totes

Natural Wool Dryer Balls

Organic Laundry Soap

Organic Shea Butter

Pure Essential Oils

Organic Produce Bags

Eco Cloths

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🐟 . 9th Annual World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 11 at Fisherman’s Wharf from 11am to 4pm.
🐟 . Fun, free, family-friendly event brings together a variety of conservation organizations from around the Salish Sea, including divers and touch tanks. Discover what’s happening in your big blue backyard!
🐟 . Your chance to try Floating Fish Store!

Learn more about World Ocean’s Day here.

TESTIMONIAL

• Outstanding!!!!!!!!++ Gluten free everything, tastes like real. Any fish battered in gluten-free batter. Soooooo good. We had halibut rock cod and oysters UNBELIEVABLE !!!!!

Scan QR Code for Floating Fish Store’s Menu in 5 Languages!

• Click for English Menu • Français • Español • Deutsch • 简体中
• Fresh Fish • Blog – Fresh Catches • About the Floating Fish Store • floatingfishstore.com
• Contact the Fish Store • (250) 383-6462 • Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

10% Discount on Wednesdays! Mention The Celiac Scene!

Wednesdays! Enjoy a 10% discount on your gluten-free meal if you mention ‘The Celiac Scene.’

• Lots of seating available on the dock or in their  cozy, heated licensed seating area
• Now serving hot chocolate, latte, espressos & cappuccinos
• Open 11:30 to 6:00, 7 days a week. 
• Call 250-383-6462 to pre-order
• Floating Fish Store is not using delivery services at this time.

Why the Gluten-Free Love the Floating Fish Store

• Dedicated deep fryer for fresh-cut, twice-fried gluten-free french fries
• Certified Gluten-Free Sorghum light-crisp batter for deep-fried fish, cooked in a dedicated fryer)
• Gluten-Free Home-Made Tartar Sauce & Coleslaw
• Gluten-Free Halibut Malu – Local Halibut simmered w/ onions, lentils, tomatoes & a hint of curry, finished w/ cilantro & lime
• Gluten-Free  Tacos by Taco Revolution – Soft corn tortilla, house smoked tomato salsa, shredded cabbage, citrus cream, fresh cilantro & lime
• Salads with home-made, gluten-free dressings: Toasted Sesame • Balsamic Vinaigrette • Buttermilk Ranch • Olive Oil w/ Balsamic Vinegar & Lemon
• Steamers​ – shellfish gently steamed & served when just done.
• The finest live oysters from BC waters served on a bed of ice, lemon & your choice of cocktail sauce, hot sauce, ginger, mignonette, preserved lemon mignonette, cucumber & jalapeno mignonette, pickled red onion mignonette or freshly grated horseradish
• Oyster selection varies by day. Come often!
• Daily Buck-a-Shuck from 4-5 pm
• View the menus below.

Celiac-Safe Touch – Let your server know that you require a gluten-free meal and they will call your order out,  all on its own.  No chance of collecting the wrong order.  Much appreciated!

Not only does the Floating Fish Stores cook seafood, they sell and ship it!

Kudos to The Floating Fish Store

• North America’s first 100% Ocean Wise Seafood Store & Restaurant
• Serving fresh catch from west coast waters – whenever possible
• Situated on Fisherman’s Wharf in beautiful Victoria, BC, Canada
• Experience a working harbour and stroll among colourful houseboats
• Surrounded by seals in their natural environment – you can almost reach out and touch them!

Saturday, July 22nd – Deadlift for Dogs 11am – 5pm
Truth Gym at 1035 Alston for the Raincoast Dog Rescue Charity Event

A taste of New Zealand in the heart of Vancouver Island!

Mix strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, mixed berries, banana, mango or pineapple with ice cream or vegan soft serve. Served in a gluten-free, vegan waffle cone. No added colours, flavours or sugar.

Often at Nanaimo’s Departure Bay Beach but please confirm at Mizu’s Facebook Page or Instagram Account for daily locations and times!

For years, Jamie Lynn has been obsessed with owning her own ice cream trailer. Lucky for us, she made her dreams – and ours – come true! Catch her before she flies away to chase another dream – obtaining her pilots’s license!

Jamie and her husband Vinny, a heavy-duty mechanic by trade, built the ice cream trailer from scratch, then decorated it with images ofd beautiful berries. You can’t miss it at Departure Bay Beach in Nanaimo or at a host of special events. Look for the line up!

Book Mizu for your next celebration! Mizu Real Fruit Ice Cream Facebook • Instagram • Mizurealfruiticecream@gmail.com • 1-250-319-5212

The Soft Serve – You Choose!

• Gluten-free, 100% Canadian, vanilla ice cream soft serve is made with premium ingredients by Island Farms.
• Gluten-free, vegan, vanilla soft serve is made with coconut oil and Nora’s Creamy Cashew Milk.
• If you would like vegan soft serve, ask for a fresh, ‘Gem Stir Stick.’
• Choose your favourite fruit. Mizu is happy to offer combos or mixes!
• Enjoy your soft serve in a gluten-friendly cone, a gluten cone, or in a bowl!

Coming soon! Special flavours like Hokey Pokey Toffee in a pint, special orders & pre-ordering.

The Cones!

• ‘Unique Cake (gluten) Waffle Cones’ and ‘Gluten-Friendly Waffle Cones’ are dairy-free, egg-free and ‘vegan-friendly.’
• Made in a facility in Metro Vancouver that has been making waffle cones since 1982.
• Gluten-friendly cones are made with documented to be gluten-free rice flour, arrowroot, soy lecithin, canola oil & cellulose.
• Shared equipment is blown off and thoroughly scrubbed between gluten and gluten-friendly production.
• Packaging is colour-coded to clearly identify gluten & gluten-friendly cones.

The Trailer!

• On the trailer, gluten-friendly cones are stored in a LOCKED dedicated cupboard, separate from gluten cones.
• When you make your dietary needs known upon ordering, staff will wash their hands and put on clean gloves before handling the cone.
• Choose your fruit flavour, mixed with ice cream or vegan soft serve.

Why Mizu!

• Named after Jamie & Vinny’s beloved Belgian Malinois!
• Got a pup? Ask for Mizu’s ‘Pet-Friendly Dog Scoop’ made with a Sugar-Free Cake Cone, scoop of ice cream and a dog treat on top!
• 50% of Mizu’s ‘Pet-Friendly Dog Scoop’ sales are donated to Sooke’s Raincoast Dog Rescue.

What is the New Zealand connection?

• Mizu’s Little Gem Mixer has made New Zealand famous for its soft serve! Components are easy to remove and completely washable. What’s not to love!

🐟 Join Victoria’s Gluten-Free Foodies at the Floating Fish Store at Fisherman’s Wharf on Saturday, October 28 at 1 pm.

Floating Fish Store is offering attendees a 25% discount on gluten-free fried items, in our honour!

MORE! $1.00 off Whistler GF Beer and $1.00 off Merridale Cider!

Enjoy the fresh air of Fisherman’s Wharf or cuddle up in their cozy, heated enclosure!

LOOK FOR ELLEN IN HER BRIGHT YELLOW SLICKER!

TESTIMONIAL

• Outstanding!!!!!!!!++ Gluten free everything, tastes like real. Any fish battered in gluten-free batter. Soooooo good. We had halibut rock cod and oysters UNBELIEVABLE !!!!!

• Click for English Menu • Français • Español • Deutsch • 简体中
• Fresh Fish • Blog – Fresh Catches • About the Floating Fish Store • floatingfishstore.com
• Contact the Fish Store • (250) 383-6462 • Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Scan QR Code for Floating Fish Store’s Menu in 5 Languages!

• Lots of seating available on the dock or in their  cozy, heated licensed seating area
• Now serving hot chocolate, latte, espressos & cappuccinos
• Open 11:00 to 7:00, 7 days a week. 
• Call 250-383-6462 to pre-order
• Floating Fish Store is not using delivery services at this time.

Why the Gluten-Free Love the Floating Fish Store

• Dedicated deep fryer for fresh-cut, twice-fried gluten-free french fries
• Certified Gluten-Free Sorghum light-crisp batter for deep-fried fish, cooked in a dedicated fryer)
• Gluten-Free Home-Made Tartar Sauce & Coleslaw
• Gluten-Free Halibut Malu – Local Halibut simmered w/ onions, lentils, tomatoes & a hint of curry, finished w/ cilantro & lime
• Gluten-Free Tacos by Taco Revolution! – Soft corn tortilla, house smoked tomato salsa, shredded cabbage, citrus cream, fresh cilantro & lime
• Salads with home-made, gluten-free dressings: Toasted Sesame • Balsamic Vinaigrette • Buttermilk Ranch • Olive Oil w/ Balsamic Vinegar & Lemon
• Steamers​ – shellfish gently steamed & served when just done.
• The finest live oysters from BC waters served on a bed of ice, lemon & your choice of cocktail sauce, hot sauce, ginger, mignonette, preserved lemon mignonette, cucumber & jalapeno mignonette, pickled red onion mignonette or freshly grated horseradish
• Oyster selection varies by day. Come often!
• Daily Buck-a-Shuck from 4-5 pm
• View the menus below.

Celiac-Safe Touch – Let your server know that you require a gluten-free meal and they will call your order out,  all on its own.  No chance of collecting the wrong order.  Much appreciated!

Not only does the Floating Fish Stores cook seafood, they sell and ship it!

Kudos to The Floating Fish Store

• North America’s first 100% Ocean Wise Seafood Store & Restaurant
• Serving fresh catch from west coast waters – whenever possible
• Situated on Fisherman’s Wharf in beautiful Victoria, BC, Canada
• Experience a working harbour and stroll among colourful houseboats
• Surrounded by seals in their natural environment – you can almost reach out and touch them!

. 10th Annual World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 9 at Fisherman’s Wharf from 11am to 4pm. Watch the video!
. Fun, free, family-friendly event brings together a variety of conservation organizations from around the Salish Sea, including divers and touch tanks. Discover what’s happening in your big blue backyard!
. Your chance to try Floating Fish Store!

Learn more about World Ocean’s Day here • Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

TESTIMONIAL

• Outstanding!!!!!!!!++ Gluten free everything, tastes like real. Any fish battered in gluten-free batter. Soooooo good. We had halibut rock cod and oysters UNBELIEVABLE !!!!!

Scan QR Code for Floating Fish Store’s Menu in 5 Languages!

• Click for English Menu • Français • Español • Deutsch • 简体中
• Fresh Fish • Blog – Fresh Catches • About the Floating Fish Store • floatingfishstore.com
• Contact the Fish Store • (250) 383-6462 • Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

Wednesdays! AUTOMATIC  10% discount on gluten-free meals!

• Lots of seating available on the dock or in their  cozy, heated licensed seating area
• Now serving hot chocolate, latte, espressos & cappuccinos
• Open 11:30 to 6:00, 7 days a week. 
• Call 250-383-6462 to pre-order
• Floating Fish Store is not using delivery services at this time.

Why the Gluten-Free Love the Floating Fish Store

• Dedicated deep fryer for fresh-cut, twice-fried gluten-free french fries
• Certified Gluten-Free Sorghum light-crisp batter for deep-fried fish, cooked in a dedicated fryer)
• Gluten-Free Home-Made Tartar Sauce & Coleslaw
• Gluten-Free Halibut Malu – Local Halibut simmered w/ onions, lentils, tomatoes & a hint of curry, finished w/ cilantro & lime
• Gluten-Free  Tacos by Taco Revolution – Soft corn tortilla, house smoked tomato salsa, shredded cabbage, citrus cream, fresh cilantro & lime
• Salads with home-made, gluten-free dressings: Toasted Sesame • Balsamic Vinaigrette • Buttermilk Ranch • Olive Oil w/ Balsamic Vinegar & Lemon
• Steamers​ – shellfish gently steamed & served when just done.
• The finest live oysters from BC waters served on a bed of ice, lemon & your choice of cocktail sauce, hot sauce, ginger, mignonette, preserved lemon mignonette, cucumber & jalapeno mignonette, pickled red onion mignonette or freshly grated horseradish
• Oyster selection varies by day. Come often!
• Daily Buck-a-Shuck from 4-5 pm
• View the menus below.

Celiac-Safe Touch – Let your server know that you require a gluten-free meal and they will call your order out,  all on its own.  No chance of collecting the wrong order.  Much appreciated!

Not only does the Floating Fish Stores cook seafood, they sell and ship it!

Kudos to The Floating Fish Store

• North America’s first 100% Ocean Wise Seafood Store & Restaurant
• Serving fresh catch from west coast waters – whenever possible
• Situated on Fisherman’s Wharf in beautiful Victoria, BC, Canada
• Experience a working harbour and stroll among colourful houseboats
• Surrounded by seals in their natural environment – you can almost reach out and touch them!