Hungry Hearts has gone from being a culinary event for 250 people to a two part-event enjoyed by thousands. From August 10 to September 7 you are invited to visit 13 top local restaurants to help find Victoria's best Halibut and/or local mushroom dish. Then go to the Times Colonist contest page to place your vote. Meanwhile check out our best of the region auction items and packages. Over 140 "Best of the Region" items will be available for viewing from September 5 and then bids open September 10. The auction will run until September 20.

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Tune in to CHEK Television on September 18 at 6pm to watch our Hungry Hearts broadcast for a special performance by the Juno Award winning band Dear Rouge, stories of strength and determination from people who have faced poverty and addiction a culinary demonstration, the announcement of the culinary contest winning restaurants and so much more. And of course, please support Our Place and our vital programs and services.