Jennifer Schell

Sara and Troy Harker receive the B.C. Outstanding Young Farmers Award at the B.C. Ag Gala last month in Abbotsford from Canadian Outstanding Young Farmers president Derek Janzen (left) and B.C. Lt.-Gov. Judy Guichon (right).

Farming roots run deep

Fifth-generation farmers Sara and Troy Harker from Harker’s Organics in Cawston win provincial award

Sara and Troy Harker receive the B.C. Outstanding Young Farmers Award at the B.C. Ag Gala last month in Abbotsford from Canadian Outstanding Young Farmers president Derek Janzen (left) and B.C. Lt.-Gov. Judy Guichon (right).

Schell: ‘Grand’ night of dining and dancing planned

Jennifer Schell on a big event planned for south Okanagan to benefit area social services.

Soup Sisters Cookbook

Schell: Wonderful book for a cause; Wonderful fun for another cause

Soup Sisters is an extraordinary organization that brings community together to create nurturing soup for local women and children in need.

Soup Sisters Cookbook

Schell: Casavant’s hot sauce prize is to be in Urban Fare for a year

Bernard Casavant wins inaugural Hot Sauce Competition at the Similkameen Pepper Festival.

Simon Cecconi, son of chef Paul Cecconi of Summerland's LOCAL Lounge *Grille, represented his cheering squad with his sister at The Similkameen Sizzle's Hot Sauce Competition Sept. 15 in Keremeos.

Chef sizzles at hot sauce contest

Chef Bernard Casavant from the Wild Apple Restaurant at Manteo wins best overall hot sauce at Similkameen Pepper Festival

Simon Cecconi, son of chef Paul Cecconi of Summerland's LOCAL Lounge *Grille, represented his cheering squad with his sister at The Similkameen Sizzle's Hot Sauce Competition Sept. 15 in Keremeos.
Kalayra Angelyys and her healthy, gluten-free Snacker Crackers are a hit at the Farmers Market.

Schell: Okanagan gets its own white dinner this Sunday

We are working with the International Diner en Blanc organizers to make our event official next year.

Kalayra Angelyys and her healthy, gluten-free Snacker Crackers are a hit at the Farmers Market.
Andrea McFadden of Okanagan Lavender & Herb Farm.

Okanagan lavender farm offers treat for the senses

Okanagan Lavender & Herb Farm provides a peaceful oasis where visitors can learn more about herbs and gardening

Andrea McFadden of Okanagan Lavender & Herb Farm.
Outstanding in the Field, hosted by Covert Farms in Oliver, was set in the middle of a mustard field surrounded by the stunning South Okanagan backdrop.

A summer full of deliciously fun events in the Okanagan

The summer in the Okanagan so far has been a flurry of gorgeous and delicious events.

Outstanding in the Field, hosted by Covert Farms in Oliver, was set in the middle of a mustard field surrounded by the stunning South Okanagan backdrop.
Owner Jeannette Montgomery inside her new M Gallery/Store in Penticton in front of Leanne Spanza's artwork.

Penticton gallery shedding light on Canadian talent

True Grain Bread brings handcrafted organic breads and baked goods to Summerland

Owner Jeannette Montgomery inside her new M Gallery/Store in Penticton in front of Leanne Spanza's artwork.
Amber Denison turns scrap metal into works of art.

Schell: Sparks of creativity all in the family at Little Creek Gardens

Twins Amber and Kerisa Denison are testament to Little Creek Gardens creativity—both girls have spread their artistic wings.

Amber Denison turns scrap metal into works of art.
Fresh salmon await buyers at Okanagan fishmonger

Celebrating sockeye returns

Writer dives into the history and restoration of sockeye salmon to the Okanagan River system.

Fresh salmon await buyers at Okanagan fishmonger
Amber Denison with farm dog Danda at Little Creek Gardens.

Metal serves as inspiration to artist

Leftover sunflower oil barrels used in making her mom’s salad dressing transformed into canvas

Amber Denison with farm dog Danda at Little Creek Gardens.
Grape Escapes knowledgeable drivers let you enjoy the experience of the best Okanagan wineries without worries.

Schell: Tour wine country with a knowledgeable local chauffeur

“Driving you to drink—legally—and loving it.” Reading the slogan for Grape Escapes Wine Tours you know you are in for a fun experience.

Grape Escapes knowledgeable drivers let you enjoy the experience of the best Okanagan wineries without worries.
The winner of last year's Similkameen BBQ King, Chef Chris Von Hooydonk from The Sonora Room Restaurant at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery, accepts his award from Sara Harker, president of the Similkameen Wineries Associationi.

Chefs vie for title of Similkameen BBQ King

July 14 event at Keremeos Grist Mill will feature eight of the region's top chefs

The winner of last year's Similkameen BBQ King, Chef Chris Von Hooydonk from The Sonora Room Restaurant at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery, accepts his award from Sara Harker, president of the Similkameen Wineries Associationi.

Asparagus pesto adds colour to meal

This dish is great tossed with pasta, on grilled chicken, in a Panini, on bruschetta, or anything served with pesto

Winery pairs with Vancouver restaurant

Orofino Winery was asked to produce two wines for Vancouver's Hawksworth Restaurant

Orofino Winery has produce two wines for Hawksworth Restaurant in Vancouver, named H's Blend.

Schell: Orofino honoured to make wine for ‘top restaurant’

Orofino Winery in the Similkameen Valley has produce two wines for Hawksworth Restaurant.

Orofino Winery has produce two wines for Hawksworth Restaurant in Vancouver, named H's Blend.
Oleg and Svetlana Aristarkhov have opened Moraine Estate Winery on the Naramata Bench.

Couple open Moraine Estate Winery in Naramata

Oleg and Svetlana Aristarkhov moved to the Okanagan from Alberta

Oleg and Svetlana Aristarkhov have opened Moraine Estate Winery on the Naramata Bench.
Matt Wentzell and Shannon Hillery offer Okanagan residents and visitors alike the chance to sample local wines and cuisine through Experience Wine Tours.

Tours boast a local flavour

Experience Wine Tours offers tours of selected wineries across the Okanagan

Matt Wentzell and Shannon Hillery offer Okanagan residents and visitors alike the chance to sample local wines and cuisine through Experience Wine Tours.
Experience Wine Tours owners Matt Wentzell and Shannon Hillery.

Schell: Experience the Okanagan–foodie style

The Okanagan’s food and wine scene has been growing exponentially over the past few years.

Experience Wine Tours owners Matt Wentzell and Shannon Hillery.