Ottavio Italian Bakery & Delicatessen

OAK BAY. What started as a family bakery in Torino, Italy nearly a century ago is now a family bakery, deli and café in Victoria. The bakery shelves are lined with handmade artisan breads and scrumptious pastries. The deli boasts a selection of over 200 cheeses, estate olive oils, and imported Italian and European delicacies. The café serves absolutely fantastic homemade food from soups and salads to pastas and gelato. During the summer, Ottavio shows old black and white movies out in their courtyard, and throughout the year they hold fun special events like tastings and cooking demonstrations. Plus their amiable staff is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. If you're a foodie, this is another don't-miss-it stop.