Taste of Spring with Hester Creek Wines
In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love What’s missing here is that in actual fact man’s and woman’s thoughts turn to thoughts of spring wine releases. Like these gorgeous offerings from Hester Creek Estate Winery. These wines are meant to be enjoyed now, whether you are sipping them on…
WINE & DINE
Bottleneck Drive Launches “Bottleneck in Bloom” Spring Event for May Long Weekend
Details Announced for the Inaugural Bottleneck in Bloom New spring event celebrates the Okanagan Valley in bloom over May long weekend Summerland’s Bottleneck Drive has announced details for the inaugural Bottleneck in Bloom, a new spring signature event taking place May 16 to 18, 2026, throughout the Bottleneck Drive touring route. Timed to the May…
FAR EAST TO WEST COAST: A.BENTO TRANSPORTS THE FLAVOURS OF TAIWAN
FAR EAST TO WEST COAST: A.BENTO TRANSPORTS THE FLAVOURS OF TAIWAN’S BELOVED COMFORT-FOOD CUISINE TO VANCOUVER Chef/Owner Jian Zhou Reshapes Local Culinary Scene with Modern Interpretations of Taiwanese Street Food that are Rooted in Tradition and Shaped by Innovation When Restaurateur and Chef Jian Zhouopened A.Bento in 2020, his goal was simple: fill a gap…
TRAVEL/LEISURE
Summerland Waterfront Resort: An Okanagan Getaway That Exceeded Expectations
There is something to be said for travelling in the shoulder season. The crowds are smaller, the pace is calmer, and rates are often far more appealing. With birthdays falling in late March and early April, my wife and I decided a short getaway would be the perfect way to celebrate both occasions. We…
EVENTS
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park goes all-in for the world’s biggest sporting event
Bridging The Beautiful Game with Canyon Kick-off at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Celebrate the world’s biggest game in Vancouver with family-friendly activities and sights throughout the Park As Vancouver takes centre stage during the world’s biggest soccer tournament, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is lacing up its boots and joining in the celebration. From June 6…
DRINKS
EMBERS ALIGHT: AWARD-WINNING “EMBER” SMOKED GIN
EMBERS ALIGHT: COPPERPENNY DISTILLING CO. RELEASES ITS AWARD-WINNING “EMBER” SMOKED GIN IN BC North Vancouver Distillery’s Latest Innovative Gin Earned Gold at The Spirits Business Global Gin Masters 2025 Competition in London, UK Smoky spirit lovers and Gin aficionados, take heart: Copperpenny Distilling Co.’s hotly anticipated and award-winning Ember Smoked Gin is now available at the distillery’s bottle…
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