Cathi Litzenberger

Summer Corn Chowder makes great use of the local corn that is just arriving in markets now.

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Summer is all about local produce

Local corn is arriving in the North Okanagan, along with plenty of other fruits and veggies

Summer Corn Chowder makes great use of the local corn that is just arriving in markets now.

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: A berry good time

Most Canadian raspberries are grown in B.C. and the delicious fruit is filled with antioxidants and other health properties

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Summer’s favourite berry returns

Strawberries have long been associated with romance, but they're also good for you and taste delicious

John Keough, a Second World War veteran and Cathi Litzenberger’s dad , is father of eight children, grandpa to 18 and great-grandpa to 17. He celebrates with great-grandchildren Michaela, Zoe and Ethan, along with a raspberry chocolate cake.

A day to honour the fathers

Cathi Litzenberger pays tribute to her dad and all of the dads out there

John Keough, a Second World War veteran and Cathi Litzenberger’s dad , is father of eight children, grandpa to 18 and great-grandpa to 17. He celebrates with great-grandchildren Michaela, Zoe and Ethan, along with a raspberry chocolate cake.

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Rhubarb recalls sweet childhood summers

Cathi Litzenberger has fond memories of sitting around the kitchen table with her siblings, tucking into fresh rhubarb dipped in sugar

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Summertime grilling begins

Barbecue pulled pork and halibut tacos are just two of the tasty recipes offered this week to get your summer started

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Local asparagus shines

The Victoria Day long weekend is the unofficial start of summer for many in the North Okanagan, and fresh asparagus is ready to go

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Time for a taste of spring

Locally-grown spring vegetables are just around the corner

Bumbleberry pie is always a favourite after dinner or as a snack.

Spring blossoms into culinary delights

Finally, there are signs of new growth in the valley, with fields turning golden and trees budding out

Bumbleberry pie is always a favourite after dinner or as a snack.

KW&W: Two excuses to cook up Easter leftovers

Turkey spring rolls and split pea and ham soup are two great ways to dish up some Easter leftovers.

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: A feast for Passover

Passover this year is April 15 to 22 and traditional foods play a big part in this ancient Jewish festival

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: A chocolate delight

Cathi Litenberger offers up a tasty recipe with Polish origins that can be served as dessert, breakfast or just as an afternoon treat

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: A complement of herbs

Cathi Litzenberger offers the first of many special recipes to enjoy for Easter

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: The humble spud is the star

There is nothing tastier than a baked potato that has been scooped out and filled with bacon, cream and butter

Corned beef and cabbage is a classic dish that is traditionally served for St. Patrick's Day.

Served up with a little Irish luck

Cathi Litzenberger remembers childhood celebrations of St. Patrick's Day and offers some traditional recipes for the big day March 17

Corned beef and cabbage is a classic dish that is traditionally served for St. Patrick's Day.

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: There are delicious ways of cutting carbs

If you're trying to cut back on your processed carbs, Cathi Litzenberger has a few ideas for tasty, nutritious meals

Traditions around the world

Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras: it's a time for enjoying fat-filled treats before Lent begins

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Comfort food can be healthy

Spring is not here yet and that means it's still time for cozy comfort foods — but they don't have to be packed with fat and calories

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: A superfood from the sea

Seafood in all of its forms is one of the healthiest and most delicious foods there is

Potato, Leek and Mushroom Soup is perfect for a Winter Carnival celebration, followed by Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp.

Kitchen Wit & Wisdom: Warming up Winter Carnival

Cathi Litzenberger offers a few tasty dishes that could be considered for the title of "unique to the Okanagan"

Potato, Leek and Mushroom Soup is perfect for a Winter Carnival celebration, followed by Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp.