Saison Market Vineyard

One of the finest bakeries I've had the pleasure, nay, honour of visiting. To start, the baking is the absolute best I've ever had IN MY LIFE. Proprietor is classically trained and it shows in his creations. It is wholly apparent he actually cares about what he does. And for the product he puts out, the price can't be beat. He and his wife took a piece of scorched earth in the middle of North Cowichan and transformed it into an oasis complete with their beautiful rustic rancher home, vineyard, a small farm, vegetable garden and the bakery with a mountain view. On a personal note: to highlight the care they put into the community, when my wife was battling cancer, the owners on their own accord baked special cookies in support of her treatment and gave her all the proceeds. Simply put: the best baking around from some of the best human beings I know.

Absolutely amazing place to go for a wide range of baked goods, desserts, and brunch/lunch items. So much so that it's very difficult to choose what to eat because everything looks delicious. Saison is only open seasonally on the weekends; finding seating can be a challenge, but there is a large patio with a view of farmland and Mt Prevost. Would highly recommend to both locals and visitors.

Awesome location on the edge of a grassy valley. Large deck is great when weather allows. Bakery is very good. Coffee is self serve airports but ok. Only open at weekends so gets very busy. Be ready for a lineup.

The property was lovely and the food was delicious. I feel they missed the mark by not being dog friendly. They have a sign that reads "no dogs past the parking lot." I can respect their decision not to allow dogs on the patio, however with rolling green grass on the property and around the parking lot a few picnic tables would have accomodated those with furry friends. When asked if there were options we were greeted unkindly and hurried along. We bought our treats and coffee and had a talegate party in the parking lot and gave our fathers day gifts outside. If we weren't on a day trip with our dog I would have had a very different experience as the food was great and the property cute.

Visited the lovely botanical cidery next door and a customer told us not to miss Saison, the amazing Market Bistro and Vineyard next door and she was right! Besides the view off the sunny deck, our fresh pesto pasta was perfectly cooked, sublimely flavoured, and pretty to look at. But it was the incredible selection of desserts, pastries, tarts and baked goods that really wowed, out in the middle of nowhere. Actually somewhere now... as the area is getting so well known for it’s agri-tourism! Before we arrived in Nanaimo on the backroads we had a basket of fresh produce, a homemade pie, basil and peach jellies and a few bottles of wine and ciders! A thoroughly enjoyable and tasty road trip! A must visit!!

Saison is a great place to visit on a Saturday or Sunday. It's fame has spread by word of mouth with no advertising so that it is always busy. Along with the breads and deserts there is soup and other possibilities for a light lunch. Rain or shine its fun to go there.

It’s such a treat to visit Saison on the weekend. The vineyard is a beautiful setting for tasty baking. Go at Christmas time for the amazing cookies and the best Stollen.

I can't tell you how much I love this place. It's a gem that I take all my friends to when they're visiting from out of town. The biggest problem I have with this place, however, is deciding what to order when I get there - everything is delicious! :D

Wonderful locally sourced food items that are freshly made and incredibly delicious! Lovely views. Friendly staff. Definitely a hidden gem!

Great bakery. Perfect stop-off for on a good road bike ride. Lovely vinyard surroundings. Can get crowded and run out of certain items