Okanagan

The Nine Days That Are Reshaping This Year’s Harvest

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Why your grapes are changing colour right now. Earlier than ever, on the East Bench above Osoyoos. 9 days earlier than 2025 Right now, in vineyards across the Okanagan, something is happening that most wine drinkers never think about. The grapes are changing colour. Reds are turning from green to purple. It’s called veraison, and … Read more

BURDOCK & CO CELEBRATES THE MAGIC OF HIGH HARVEST

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BURDOCK & CO CELEBRATES THE MAGIC OF HIGH HARVEST Andrea Carlson’s Sturgeon Moon tasting menu celebrates peak-season abundance, Mya Brown joins as General Manager and a fresh crop of late-summer dishes for the walk-in bar menu At Vancouver’s Michelin-starred Burdock & Co, Andrea Carlson’s late-summer tasting menu celebrates the magic of British Columbia’s high harvest.Submerging … Read more

One Week Later: Your Support Is Helping the Okanagan

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Pour for the Okanagan. Stand with our community. One week has passed since we launched our wildfire relief initiative, and we want to thank everyone who has supported the Okanagan community. The South Okanagan is open and welcoming visitors. Conditions are currently favourable, and the highway from Kelowna is fully open. We can’t wait to … Read more

Winemaker’s Cut: Supporting Our Community During the Wildfires

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Hello, Friends! Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the wildfires—those who have been displaced, the families facing uncertainty, and the first responders working tirelessly to keep communities safe. We know that many of you have had to cancel or postpone your visits to the Okanagan. While the Oliver area remains safe to visit, we … Read more

Okanagan International Film Festival returns after 10-year hiatus

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Okanagan International Film Festival returns with a Bold New Vision  Festival will bring international cinema, industry leaders and new economic opportunities to the Okanagan’s growing film and TV industry  After an almost 10-year hiatus, an international film festival is returning to the Okanagan this fall with a renewed vision that reflects the remarkable growth of … Read more

Little Engine Wines – Exploring a Selection of Fine Wines

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Being a long time fan of Little Engine wines it has been my pleasure to begin to review their current selection of wines. When reviewing wines I tend to take a little extra time which includes pairing the wine with a dish I think will bring out the best characteristics of the varietal. For this … Read more

Celebrate Summer with Township 7

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There are some wines that just can’t be ignored for summertime sipping and these three are tops of any wine lovers list. Enjoy the wines with lighter fare, charcuterie and cheese boards and even beefy bbq this summer. These wines have a versatility that makes them the perfect choice. 2025 Pinot Gris TASTING NOTES This … Read more

Enjoy a special rate for Visa Infinite Wine Country tours

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Visa Infinite Wine Country Tour Specials Explore wine country to the fullest with a special offer. Please enjoy a 20% discount on the tours listed below by entering the promo code WINECOUNTRY20 (in the top right corner of the shopping cart) when purchasing your tickets. OKANAGAN WINE TASTING TOUR Saturday August 8 10:00 AM – … Read more

Welcome Summer with Hester Creek

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Building on the last “Back to VQA” wines that were featured on MyVanCity we are pleased to present three more VQA wines that are perfect for summer. These three wines are all perfect as your summer companion. From just sitting on the deck. soaking in a lakeside view, to enjoying a BBQ on a hot … Read more