Author Archives: StevenHof

I wish you weren’t a Red Sox Fan

Four score and seven years ago, haha, just kidding.  But seriously though, that intro conjures visions of grandeur for me, and it’s therefore an excellent way to relay my feelings on what’s transpiring this evening. Tonight is St. Patrick’s day, … Continue reading

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Gin & Tonic on Tap!

As I write this I am currently less than 24 hours away from accomplishing certainly a first for Victoria, but possibly even Canada or the globe. I’m referring of course to the 20 Litre keg of Beefeater 24 Gin and … Continue reading

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We’ll Miss you!!!

Yesterday was the last shift for one of our longest tenured employees.  Well, at the time of writing this she doesn’t know that but…… See the thing is, Kassia Skolsky is so loved by her friends and co workers that … Continue reading

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Ryan Malcom Makes his Mark!

When a cocktail bartender enters a restaurant with an already stellar cocktail list what does he do? Well he turns his attention to the Beer & Wine program. Coming this winter to Sauce, be prepared to see some pretty substantial … Continue reading

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Check out the new Green Sauce

With the help of Synergy, Sauce has gone green! In the past, Sauce operated like a conventional restaurant.  We were care less with our wasting of water, energy and food.  This summer ownership changed, as did the vision for Sauce. … Continue reading

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Cocktails & Community

Well the revamp of Sauce’s Cocktail program began ten short months ago and the results have been nothing short of touching.  So many communities and cultures in our world brand themselves on exclusivity and throw a cold shoulder to anyone … Continue reading

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The Greatest Salesperson I’ve Ever Met

In August of 2004, as a bartender with six years experience, I showed up for my first training shift at Sauce Restaurant & Lounge.  It was supposed to be a side gig for me, some extra cash in a fun … Continue reading

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Credit Where Credit is Due

Wow, it’s been a while since my last blog post.  Five weeks into running the restaurant myself and I have an even grander respect for the job Dan did before me.  Back to back to back to back hundred plus … Continue reading

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Win a $600 Dinner for you and Five Friends!

Sauce Restaurant Photo Competition From now until October 16th, we’ll be running the Sauce Restaurant Facebook Photo Competition.  Come into the restaurant, have a meal, and we’ll give you one of our ‘My Sauce’ cards.  Take a picture of yourself … Continue reading

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A New Era Begins at Sauce Restaurant & Lounge….

Sauce had its eighth birthday last week; oh how time flies.  Since the day the doors opened in 2003, the man at the helm has been Dan Blackmore.  Through hard work and dedication, with a business many said wouldn’t make … Continue reading

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