"This French charmer is perfect for escaping Victoria, without actually having to leave Victoria. It’s stuffed to the wooden beams with baskets of dried flowers, hanging grape decorations, and yellowing framed prints, while well-dressed groups sip wine as though it’s a gathering in one of their charming French farmhouses. The food is just as transportive and wholesome, like wine-infused beef bourguignon and rich cassoulet, served with vegetables that are heavy on butter and bacon." - heidi lauth beasley, sinead cranna