Written by: Lesley Buxton When it comes to making great pairings, iconic wine writer Karen MacNeil advises in her opus, The Wine Bible, to always “pair great with great.” This philosophy has definitely been adopted by Robin Ott, president of 97 South Holdings Inc., the … [Read more...] about 97 South Song Sessions Songwriters Festival
On the Cover
Summertime, smiles and great wine! This issue’s cover photo was taken at Blackwood Lane on the South Langley Wine Trail in the Fraser Valley. In the photo are: (left to right) Carlos Lee, President, CEO, Winemaker, Blackwood Lane; Darci Steffins, Capulet Properties Partner, … [Read more...] about On the Cover
Tinhorn Celebrates 25 years
Written by: David Wylie Tinhorn Creek Vineyards is celebrating its Silver Anniversary. For 25 years the winery has focused on growing the best grapes, making great wine and having fun whenever possible. Kenn and Sandra Oldfield and Bob and Barb Shaunessy started Tinhorn in … [Read more...] about Tinhorn Celebrates 25 years
Editor’s Note
We’ve always known BC wines were delicious and unique. Many a local and visitor have become accustomed to certain flavours, aromas and mouth feels of wines from specific areas in the province. And while wine drinkers know that several of the Okanagan’s wine growing areas produce … [Read more...] about Editor’s Note
On the Cover
Our cover this month features Executive Chef Maurice Desharnais on the balcony outside of Gray Monk’s new restaurant, The Lookout. Descharnais moved to the Okanagan from Niagara on the Lake and has created a new European-inspired, seasonal farm-to-table menu. He is a 20-year … [Read more...] about On the Cover