When some people turn 40, they buy themselves a new motorcycle or take a trip. Stewart Glynes bought himself his own business. Stewart has been the Bench Market’s executive chef since 2010, so when the opportunity of ownership presented itself shortly before his birthday … [Read more...] about The Buzz from The Bench – New Owners!
Wine Regions
Curds & Corks Club – A Must Join at Upper Bench Estate Winery & Creamery
Curds and Corks Club alert: this year’s last shipment from Upper Bench Winery and Creamery promises to be the best yet! It will include their Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, highly medalled 2011 Chardonnay, as well as two surprise cheeses. It’s not too late to … [Read more...] about Curds & Corks Club – A Must Join at Upper Bench Estate Winery & Creamery
Naughty is Nice at Dirty Laundry Vineyard
Summerland’s Dirty Laundry Vineyard (DLV) is a must-see destination winery along the Bottleneck Drive wine route. Its appeal has grown from local to national cult-winery status (and beyond, check them out on www.tripadvisor.ca)! Marketing manager Judi Skinner says, … [Read more...] about Naughty is Nice at Dirty Laundry Vineyard
Kalala Organic Estate Winery – A Miracle Place
West Kelowna is home to “Miracle Place”, where grapes from organic vineyards are transformed into that magical elixir we call wine. Those familiar with Kalala Organic Estate Winery will already know that Kalala is Punjabi for “Miracle Place”, but … [Read more...] about Kalala Organic Estate Winery – A Miracle Place
Lazeez Restaurant at Volcanic Hills – A Sizzling Success
From a family that has been producing grapes in the Okanagan for 35 years, it comes as no surprise that Volcanic Hills wines are made with care and expertise. And they are well represented by the knowledgeable hosts in the large and welcoming wine shop. Pronouncing the first … [Read more...] about Lazeez Restaurant at Volcanic Hills – A Sizzling Success