Victoria

In a frantic and hurried world, Victoria offers a respite from the chaos of everyday life. The pages are dedicated to living beautifully when entertaining, cooking, and decorating and even in artistic pursuits - and now you can enjoy every single page on your tablet! With a distinct personality all its own, Victoria personifies feminity, passion, and an enterprising spirit. Each issue features decorating and entertaining ideas, recipes, travel stories, essays from inspiring women, and much more.

Victoria • July/August 2025 Volume 19, Issue 4

Dear Friends

victoriamag.com • FUN FINDS * PLACES TO GO * ENTREPRENEURS TO MEET

Taste of the Past • Flavor and fragrance both have the power to bring the fondest memories to the forefront of our minds. With delight, we present our readers’ recollections of the most mouthwatering recipes to ever grace their tables, whether presented from the inspiration of a favorite chef or the pages of a family cookbook.

High Summer

Chapters in the SUN • What could be more delightful than halcyon dayswhiled away with a picnic of flowers, treats, and books? Our curated collection—featuring works by former Writers-in-Residence, our current Lady-in-Residence, and a longtime reader of Victoria—offers a summer reading list designed to both expand the mind and transport you into the enchanting worlds crafted by authors we adore.

In the Garden of the Gulf • “You never know what peace is until you walk on the shores or in the fields or along the winding red roads of Prince Edward Island.” This nostalgic sentiment from writer Lucy Maud Montgomery resonates in the hearts of readers around the world who have journeyed to this enchanting setting through the pages of Anne of Green Gables.

Raspberry SOCIAL • Taking inspiration from the bevy of sweets mentioned in Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables series, we offer a menu of summertime recipes bursting with brilliant red fruit.

A Novel SENSE of STYLE • Dainty florals, prim necklines, and ultrafeminine frippery define fashions inspired by one of L. M. Montgomery’s most beloved classics, Anne of Green Gables. Whether daydreaming on the banks of a shimmering lake or engaged in everyday adventures, our romantic apparel captures the charm of a heroine with enduring appeal.

Bound for SERENITY • In the early twentieth century, railways often constructed compact cottages to accommodate workers near depots and tracks. One such structure finds its journey extended when it is lovingly reimagined as a cozy haven for guests, where every turn is laden with carefully curated treasures.

Coastal CHARM • Brushed by cerulean waves along Prince Edward Island’s southern shoreline, the salt-kissed fishing village of Victoria-by-the-Sea is a beacon of slow living and natural beauty. Inviting visitors to walk in step with the town’s gentle pace, pastel-colored abodes line the streets, and local businesses peddling homemade wares offer memorable souvenirs.

Ambience of WELCOME • History and hospitality converge at Belle Grove, a bed-and-breakfast set in the heart of Virginia’s abundant Colonial landmarks. Here, on the grounds where a U.S. president took his first breath, sojourners find themselves welcomed by a breath of fresh air. A congenial spirit exudes from this place, and its elegant interiors speak to the care with which the hosts have opened their doors.

DRAMATIC EVENTS • On the stage where stories from both history and imagination played out in our memories, a new set of wonder awaits. From historical reenactments to refined alfresco gatherings, there is always something lovely going on at Highclere Castle.

Beauty SLEEP • Cheerfully peeking out from behind plump shams on a well-appointed bed or from the neatly folded stacks of fresh laundry, embroidered accents elevate...