Writing well means never having to say, ‘I guess you had to be there.’”
The great part about anniversaries is taking time to reflect. Delving into our magazine archives, we once again came face to face with the passionate people who strengthen our communities and the creative artists who fill the Valley with art, song and laughter. As we flipped through the pages, funky retro ads popped out and the colourful fabric of Okanagan life warmed us, captured in vivid photography and heartfelt words. Printed on the pages were couples saying “I do,” athletes capturing Olympic gold and volunteers opening their hearts. We also stirred up some murders, ghosts and lake monsters. Yes, Ogopogo has made his appearances many times over. Our writers tackled many issues that parents, students and seniors have faced over these 30 years—some still challenging us today. Thanks to all who have been a part of our journey; you’ll find the full archives online. Read, reflect and revel in the Okanagan life. —Editors
Okanagan winery receives craft distillery license
Okanagan Crush Pad, located in Summerland, BC, can now add the words "craft distillery" to its name with the purchase of a still and the license to make spirits. The spirits program will be under the direction of chief winemaker, Matt Dumayne. He has years of...
Kitchen Confidential with Chef Adair Scott at Watermark Beach Resort
Traditional or trendy, its got to be healthy Chef Adair Scott Watermark Beach Resort Like all Valley chefs, Adair Scott is committed to using local produce in his kitchen and that includes the salmon caught by the Osoyoos First Nations fishermen. He uses both the...
Kelowna Yacht Club to host top women sailors
National keelboat championships October 1-4 Between October first and the fourth some of the best women sailors in Canada will be testing their talents on Okanagan Lake. Even though one team jokingly calls itself a “throng of thongs” these women are a whole lot of...
Canadians Have Several Voting Options
For the federal election now underway, electors can choose the voting option that best suits their schedule. They can vote: on election day, on Monday, October 19 at advance polls on Friday, October 9; Saturday, October 10; Sunday, October 11; or Monday, October 12 in...
Social conscious coffeehouse named #1 in Canada
Kelowna’s Third Space tops Buzzfeed’s list of coolest coffee shops Kelowna coffeehouse Third Space has topped Buzzfeed's list of the 31 coffee shops in Canada you need to visit before you die. When Buzzfeed staff writer Sarah Aspler posed the question to her Internet...
Top BC chefs sizzle at Earth Wind Fire fundraiser
Chefs and conservationists team up to protect lands and support budding chefs The top culinary talent in the Okanagan will join with Vancouver chefs for the annual Okanagan fundraiser, Earth Wind Fire, at the Delta Grand Okanagan in Kelowna on Saturday, June 18 to...
Paul’s Voice: the truth about liars
It has been said that “all truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident.” In this issue of Okanagan Life we celebrate truth. Whether it be the science of UBCO professors Stephen...
Social conscious coffeehouse named #1 in Canada
Kelowna’s Third Space tops Buzzfeed’s list of coolest coffee shops Kelowna coffeehouse Third Space has topped Buzzfeed's list of the 31 coffee shops in Canada you need to visit before you die. When Buzzfeed staff writer Sarah Aspler posed the question to her Internet...
Top BC chefs sizzle at Earth Wind Fire fundraiser
Chefs and conservationists team up to protect lands and support budding chefs The top culinary talent in the Okanagan will join with Vancouver chefs for the annual Okanagan fundraiser, Earth Wind Fire, at the Delta Grand Okanagan in Kelowna on Saturday, June 18 to...
Paul’s Voice: the truth about liars
It has been said that “all truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident.” In this issue of Okanagan Life we celebrate truth. Whether it be the science of UBCO professors Stephen...