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
2009 Hillside Estate Viognier
Cool climate Viognier from Hillside Estate Winery on the Naramata Bench … Delicious with seafood and curried pork or beef.
D’Angelo 2007 Tempranillo
D’Angelo 2007 Tempranillo: Distinguished red grape of Rioha fame. Partners roast lamb or pork.
Hockey & Health: Big Mike’s Story
My last memory of “Big Mike” (six foot three, 265 lbs) was of him being wheeled out of the hockey rink in Las Vegas on a gurney flashing the “thumbs up” sign to both teams as the paramedics took him to the local emergency. Mike, age 40, died later that day. I still get emotional thinking about it and I’m not exactly sure why.
I quit Facebook! I like
Escape from cyber “friend”-ship Quitting Facebook is probably the hardest thing I’ve done this month. Not that I’m finding life lonely without it, or miss being privy to the daily musings of far flung friends, family and people I ignored in elementary school. The hard...
Okanagan athletes join 200+ strong Canadian Olympic Team
The Sochi 2014 Canadian Olympic Team is now complete and ready to take on the world in Russia with 221 athletes – the largest team to ever represent Canada at a Olympic Winter Games. There's a strong contingent of Okanagan athletes. The team also boasts the largest...
Canadians reveal their top Olympic Winter Games Moments
What were you doing when Canada won hockey gold in Vancouver? In a new survey, Canadians have named Sidney Crosby's Men's Hockey Gold winning goal in Vancouver as their favourite Olympic Winter Games moment. Tying for second place on the list were Joannie...
China becomes world’s leading red wine consumer
The Okanagan's Painted Rock Winery has had success exporting to China Billions of bottles of red wine consumed According to the market survey commissioned by Vinexpo, the international wine and spirits exhibition, whose Asian show is to be held from May 27 to 29 this...
Okanagan athletes join 200+ strong Canadian Olympic Team
The Sochi 2014 Canadian Olympic Team is now complete and ready to take on the world in Russia with 221 athletes – the largest team to ever represent Canada at a Olympic Winter Games. There's a strong contingent of Okanagan athletes. The team also boasts the largest...
Canadians reveal their top Olympic Winter Games Moments
What were you doing when Canada won hockey gold in Vancouver? In a new survey, Canadians have named Sidney Crosby's Men's Hockey Gold winning goal in Vancouver as their favourite Olympic Winter Games moment. Tying for second place on the list were Joannie...
China becomes world’s leading red wine consumer
The Okanagan's Painted Rock Winery has had success exporting to China Billions of bottles of red wine consumed According to the market survey commissioned by Vinexpo, the international wine and spirits exhibition, whose Asian show is to be held from May 27 to 29 this...
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