Monday, June 15, 2009

Bellinis in Victoria


My wife, who might be the world's biggest bellini fan, suggested this post.
In Venice, you can find a dainty little cocktail called a bellini, which I think combines peach juice and champagne and maybe some other stuff to make a light, fruity conconction.
Victoria's bellinis are nothing like that.
Victoria's bellinis are the consistency of slushies with some peach schnapps and rum as the primary ingredients. And yes, they are tasty.
So who makes the best bellinis in town? My wife, the connoisseur, swears by the Cactus Club. She had her first one at the Cactus Club in Vancouver, so she may be partial that way. On Tuesdays, bellinis are the featured drink with a reduced price.
Right on the harbour is Milestones, which probably runs a close second and might be more convenient if you are staying in one of the Inner Harbour hotels. Moxies also touts its bellinis, but my expert says they are not quite up to snuff.
My friend Sarah at the Times Colonist, who is much younger than I and therefore a lot smarter about this stuff, concurs on the Cactus Club. She adds that excellent bellinis and a lovely patio view are available at Canoe Brewpub, and that the classic Venice version can be had at Veneto.
Cheers!

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