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’Tis the season for festive drinks and local Christmas markets. While nothing quite compares to sipping mulled wine in Italy (or most of Europe, really), I always look forward to the artisan markets that appear in and around Kelowna each year. From decorated indoor fairs to twinkling outdoor pop-ups, these seasonal events offer local gifts, […]
This blog post is brought to you by my Lake Country upbringing, current Kelowna residency, and the many queries that have I received regarding the best hotel options to book. For those who are not familiar with Kelowna, it is a smaller city located in the southern region of British Columbia, Canada. I grew up […]
When the weather starts to really warm up in Kelowna, one of my favourite things to do is to get a giant scoop ice cream, from the shop across City Park, and wander alongside the lake. I like to tell myself that the calories don’t count when paired with a walk. At any rate, like […]
To me, neither spring nor summer in Kelowna is official without shopping at the local markets. As such, in response to many requests, I am sharing my list of spring and summer markets to visit, within Kelowna and a few nearby towns. There weren’t as many pop-up markets this year, but I was at least […]
According to Julia Child, “a party without cake is just a meeting”. I think this is especially true for birthdays! The first thing that comes to mind, when I think of a birthday cake, is a vanilla cake with white frosting and pink piping so light that it is blush. In case you haven’t noticed, colour isn’t really my […]
Is there someone in your life that isn’t easy to shop for? In my family, I am that someone. As a result (it takes one to know one) I am often approached with inquiries regarding gift ideas and suggestions for her. I know and appreciate that “it’s the thought that counts”, but that doesn’t hide […]
Often I get approached with queries regarding the best dining options in town. No matter the season or what the unpredictable Kelowna (YLW) weather forecast may bring, I almost always suggest restaurants that come with a lake view. As such, I have created a list of the best lake view restaurants (as far as I’m […]
The Okanagan Valley is well into harvest time and there’s a note on my calendar reminding me to stock up on in-season favourites. This farmer’s granddaughter may still get excited about exploring the pumpkin patches and farmer’s markets in Kelowna and the nearby towns. Each and every fall! From purchasing apples to picking out a […]
