Cannery Brewing’s Wildfire Dark Lager is Back Again \Cannery Brewing has announced the return of their popular Wildfire Dark Lager. The release of this fundraiser beer is timely as wildland firefighters and emergency service workers are hard at work fighting forest fires across BC, Canada and beyond. According to BC Wildfire Services, more than 105 … Read more
Okanagan Wineries app v2.0 now with wildfire alerts & 210+ wineries Here is the latest update for the Okanagan Wineries app with the just released v2.0 with some big additions, including: – Real-time wildfire & evacuation alerts — active fires and evacuation orders shown right on the winery map so visitors can plan safe routes … Read more
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
In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time. I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines … Read more
SAVE THE DATE! THURSDAY, JULY 2ND, 2026 Join us for a Day of Divine Summer Revelry On Thursday, July 2nd, we’re throwing open the vineyard gates and inviting all to gather for a truly blessed summer celebration at Blasted Church Vineyards: The Blasted Church Block Party! Expect live music all day, holy-happy-hour pricing on wine … Read more
In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time. I’m calling it ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines … Read more
Red Rooster Winery Reintroduces Its Iconic Rooster as Naramata Bench Estate Readies for 2026 Visitor Season Red Rooster Winery is back on the Naramata Bench. After a period of closure, vineyard loss, and rebuilding, one of the region’s original and most recognizable wineries has reopened its doors, replanted its vineyards, and entered a new chapter … Read more
Luxuriate in Okanagan Lifestyle at Bialto B&B Penticton Elevate your travel to the Okanagan with a stay at Bialto B&B where you are immersed in the local community. Set apart from the usual tourist settings, this elegant bed and breakfast is situated in Penticton’s Sendero Canyon modern subdivision. Owned and operated by partners Mike Bryde … Read more
WINGS Announces the Return of its Legendary WINGS Eating Contest for 25th Anniversary To celebrate the 25 year milestone, the contest returns for the first time since 2019 with a $500 championship cash prize WINGS Restaurants & Pubs, home to Canada’s most award-winning wings, is thrilled to announce the return of its iconic WINGS Eating … Read more
Winter Warmers and Holiday Hops: BC Ale Trail Showcases Award-Winning Seasonal Beers and Festive Releases Across British Columbia As winter settles in across British Columbia and festive gatherings fill the calendar, craft breweries on the BC Ale Trail are releasing some of their most imaginative beers of the year. From medal-winning winter warmers to playful … Read more