Trevor Mayhew might be the luckiest guy in the Okanagan. He’s Little Straw’s chef, assistant winemaker and soon to be new dad. From September to May, Trevor is hands-on in the winery working closely with owner and winemaker, Peter Slamka. For the first time since … [Read more...] about Little Straw Vineyards: Great Expectations
West Kelowna
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
A Small Winery with Great Taste – Little Straw Winery
As Barrel Top Grill wound down from a busy spring, summer and fall season, Chef Trevor Mayhew was gearing up. When he isn’t busy managing and cooking for the 30-seat Bistro, with its 30-seat patio, he heads down into the cellar to assume his assistant winemaker … [Read more...] about A Small Winery with Great Taste – Little Straw Winery
Regional Authenticity at Old Vines Restaurant at Quails’ Gate Winery
Old Vines Restaurant & Wine Bar at Quails’ Gate Winery in West Kelowna has received an impressive accolade by a panel of international experts who have voted it onto thedailymeal.com’s 20 Best Winery Restaurants Around the World. The online publication and video … [Read more...] about Regional Authenticity at Old Vines Restaurant at Quails’ Gate Winery