’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 […]

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 […]
