Too bountiful to be contained, a bevy of nature’s most beloved blossoms is strewn throughout the pages of Victoria’s January/February issue, an offering to brighten the blustery days that often accompany the first weeks of the year. Alongside their delicate petals, we present an alpine escape to Chamonix, a dreamy French village tucked at the base of Mont Blanc, where visions of wintery streets lined with quaint shops, a luxe auberge, and snow-capped peaks may prompt you to prepare a steaming cup of hot cocoa. In addition, 2026 Writer-in-Residence Patti Callahan Henry reflects on her quest to establish a comforting home, and Artist-in-Residence Carolina Elizabeth shares paintings lush with roses. In our annual Business of Bliss special section, seven impassioned entrepreneurs present sage advice and inspiration for those determined to bring their own dreams to life. Former Writer-in-Residence Jennifer L. Scott shares an excerpt from her latest book, and we offer up delicious breakfast recipes to bring beauty to your morning. Lastly, we reveal a glimpse of The Comfort of Books & Tea: A Gentle Guide to Reading and Teatime, our soul-soothing hardcover volume created expressly for those who love to mingle literary pursuits with taste bud–tempting repasts.
