Apricot Brandy Crusta I know summer is around the corner when the fruit trees in my garden burst into bloom. First is the apricot, then the cherry, plum and finally the two apple trees. Tasting a fresh, ripe apricot from the tree with its flesh still warm from the … [Read more...] about Summer Cocktails
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Tour The Okanagan In Style With Grape Escapes
Grape Escapes Naramata Bench Tour - most popular (similar tours also available for Summerland & OK Falls): Located near Penticton, the wineries are situated above sweeping sand cliffs that rise from Okanagan Lake, with vineyards that gently slope up to the … [Read more...] about Tour The Okanagan In Style With Grape Escapes
The Many Hidden Gems of Quinta Ferreira
This will be the 6th year that Quinta Ferreira has been selling their wines from their beautiful wine shop with a commanding view of the town of Oliver and Macintyre Bluff. A lot of wines have won a lot of awards in those 6 years and it’s unlikely to stop this year with … [Read more...] about The Many Hidden Gems of Quinta Ferreira
Gehringer Brothers: Pinot Perfect
On visiting Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, winemaker Walter Gehringer focused on the Pinots: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. These vines share the same family name and in essence come from the same vine. In autumn one can find all three varieties hanging from one … [Read more...] about Gehringer Brothers: Pinot Perfect
Silver Sage Where Summer Gardens Abound
Spring was definitely in the air approaching the beautiful grounds of Silver Sage Winery. Bursts of color were evident as I found owner/winemaker, Anna Manola, getting ready to plant more spring flowers. While 2012 started out dubious, it gave way to a fall that never … [Read more...] about Silver Sage Where Summer Gardens Abound