Entries by Mikaela Judd

Insider Guide to the San Juan Islands

Some folks take years to become acquainted with the San Juan Islands. There’s a certain beauty in slowly acquainting yourself with the hemlock and peeling Madrone. The gourmet archipelago’s constantly evolving topography grows to as many as 743 rocks at low tide, showing off unspoiled coves and blue-green tidal waters. But for those who don’t […]

Vancouver Island Weekend Escape to Chateau Victoria

In the early 1840s, James Douglas, known as the Father of British Columbia, described his first visit to Victoria, “The place itself appears a perfect ‘Eden,’ in the midst of the dreary wilderness of the North West Coast…one might be pardoned for supposing it had dropped from the clouds into its present position.” Douglas would […]

Sean Forest Roberts, Ceramic Artist & Owner of Forest Ceramic Co.

Originally from Madison, Wisconsin, Sean Forest Roberts fell in love with making functional wares in high school. But he didn’t set out to become a professional potter. In fact, he did organic chemistry research while earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from Carleton College in Minnesota. Today, his wildly popular poured ceramic pieces are shipped […]

Summer Weekend Getaway Guide: Victoria B.C.

Victoria is just 25 miles from Port Angeles, the closest American shore. That’s 25 miles closer to America than its Canadian mainland. But the quaint British Columbia capital feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of US city life thanks to its walkable streets, historic architecture, and generally upbeat culture.  Like its residents, its […]

Best Restaurants in Victoria, B.C. to Try (2024)

A West Coast gem, Victoria is often praised for its picturesque harbor, historic architecture, and tepid weather. But the food scene here is equally as enticing. And the city’s not without its culinary cred.  The British Columbia capital is the scene of Canada’s first brewpub. The nation’s first chocolatier opened up shop along the cobblestone […]

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2 Days in Roche Harbor

You don’t have to be a boat lover to enjoy this boater’s paradise. Roche Harbor’s richly preserved history offers nineteenth-century clapboard buildings, old gardens, and incredible sunsets – all perfect for relaxing. Enjoy local seafood, some of the best doughnuts in the Pacific Northwest, and views of the surrounding mountains.  Whether you arrive by boat […]