By Roslyne Buchanan Mt. Boucherie Winery welcomes you to its new Wine Experience Centre after a complete re-envisioning of the site. The stunning architecture pays homage to the former Mt. Boucherie volcano, active more than 60 million years ago, for which the winery was named. General manager Jesse Harnden is proud that the “roots […]
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It’s been a strange first half of 2020. Most of us have had to change how we live our lives – and that includes wineries. They’ve been working hard in the vineyards, fermentation rooms and bottling rooms to create the wines you’ve come to know and love. Our wine industry experts are a flexible bunch. […]
HEALTHY AND TASTY AT SUMMERHILL PYRAMID WINERY
By Roslyne Buchanan The culinary team at Summerhill Organic Bistro, with the influence of culinary and hospitality director Jeremy Luypen, has been refining their cuisine to best match the internationally acclaimed organic wine produced at Summerhill Pyramid Winery. They are excited to share the full menu at last. “Since the beginning, the Cipes family made […]
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Recipe: Chef Castro Salad
Raspberries, Young Coconut, Curry and Vanilla Dressing Recipe courtesy of Chef Castro, houseofboateng.ca 125 ml curry powder 30 ml tumeric powder 750 ml vegetable oil 1 vanilla bean 125 ml white balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp preserved lemon Salt to taste 2 young coconuts 3 large avocados 1lb mixed greens 1/4 lb […]
CRESCENT HILL’S NEW WINEMAKER FEELS PRIVILEGED
By Roslyne Buchanan In joining the team at Crescent Hill Winery as winemaker and viticulturist, Erich Smith-Peter feels privileged to work with some of the oldest vines in the Okanagan. “It’s a rare opportunity to have exceptional-quality grapes from vineyards around 50 years old,” says Smith-Peter. “Plus, there’s untouched land available to plant new vines. […]
Recipe: Moroccan-Style Roast Chicken with Couscous
Courtesy of Oliver Twist Winery Spiced Couscous with Raisins and Almonds 2 C hot water 3/4 C raisins 4 Tbsp butter, divided 3 Tbsp Oliver Twist Kerner wine 1/2 tsp saffron threads (optional) 1C couscous 1 medium onion, diced 3/4 C sliced, toasted almonds 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste METHOD Soak […]
VINEYARDS AND GROWERS HONOURED AT DA SILVA VINEYARDS AND WINERY
By Roslyne Buchanan The Da Silva family’s deep farming roots and direct experience farming across the region have instilled in them an understanding of the grapes’ growing sites and their nuances. In visiting, you’ll learn the wines’ stories, whether they are bottled or boxed, premium or value-priced. “Wines of place,” reflecting the grapes’ terroir, remain […]
Award-Winning Wines Emerge From Four Shadows Winery
By Blake Allen Winemaking is an expression of both land and people, and when exceptional examples of both of those meet, it makes for an extraordinary bottle of wine. When the Okanagan first lured Joka and Wilbert Borren to Penticton’s Upper Bench nine years ago, they saw potential in a neglected little vineyard. While they […]
Spirit Ridge: Welcoming Guests Back Post-COVID-19
By Rebecca Dumas Even though Spirit Ridge Resort remained open throughout the height of COVID-19, many of its amenities were either closed or restricted. As British Columbia continues to move forward in its reopening, Spirit Ridge is excited to resume its featured offerings with newly implemented protocols to ensure the health and safety of its […]
Kismet Estate Winery: Where culture and wine create the perfect blend
By Jenna Hickman Let Kismet Estate Winery spark your senses. Inhale aromas of exotic Indian spices and feel the warmth of the sun on your skin as you enjoy views of lush vineyards and arid mountains. Located just off Highway 97 in Oliver, Kismet Estate Winery offers a unique experience combining Indian flavours with spectacular […]
Ever Evolving at Desert Hills Estate Winery
By Roslyne Buchanan “It is a new year for Desert Hills, and with a new year come new changes,” notes Steven Pawluch, Desert Hills’ social media, marketing and events manager. “As a winery we have decided to work towards becoming environmentally and socially aware in all aspects of our operation. The biggest step we have […]
Meritage Proprietor’s Reserve Provides a New Twist at Oliver Twist
By Roslyne Buchanan With its inaugural release of 2017 Meritage Proprietor’s Reserve, Oliver Twist Estate Winery presents a rich and sensuous premium Meritage that achieved gold at the Savor Northwest Wine Awards. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec: A Winning Combination “All our Cabernet Sauvignon is from my father’s vineyards on the Osoyoos East Bench, right […]
Picnic in Europe at Adega on 45th Estate Winery
By Jenna Hhickman With the warm weather finally here and wineries opening up again, now is the perfect time to take a trip to Osoyoos and visit Adega on 45th Estate Winery. This family-run Estate Winery is known for their fruit-forward, dry-finishing wines that leave you wanting more. As its name suggests, Adega on 45th […]