Is a food and wine writer, newspaper columnist and international award winning author of four cookbooks including The Butcher, The Baker, The Wine & Cheese Maker, and national bestseller: The BC Wine Lover's Cookbook published by Appetite Random House. Co-founder of Garagiste North Wine Festivals and Schell Wines, Jennifer was born and raised on an orchard in East Kelowna and her family roots run deep in agriculture.
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Kelowna’s food scene continues to elevate. Always known for great food and drink, Kelowna’s downtown area has really become a delicious destination on its own. Perfect for a walking tour, plan to pop into these delicious shops as you enjoy the gorgeous lakeside views and parks within the city core…
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Dining open air is one of the most delightful ways to enjoy a meal. Here in the Okanagan, sitting on an outdoor vineyard patio with a glass of wine in hand and surrounded by epic views is status quo and an essential experience to add to your travel agenda…
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Springtime in the Okanagan means wine release time! 2024 marks another amazing lineup of perfect patio sippers just in time for the sunny days ahead. There are exciting varietals you may not have tried before…
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Kelowna is full of the most perfect spots to picnic. Whether you want to be lakeside or creekside, on a grassy hill, in a kids park or on a vineyard or orchard, Kelowna’s got you covered with Instagram worthy locations…
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As they say, “tea is a ritual, an art that nourishes the soul.” One of the most popular beverages in the world, taking time for tea is an ancient routine for many cultures that ranges from seriously ceremonial and spiritual to meditative, elegant and fancy, or casual, fun and social…
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One of the elements that makes our wine country so special is the presence of small artisan and farmgate wineries…
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V-Day is all about sweetness and sharing love with those you love. And how better to show your love than with delicious treats? Kelowna has so many options available to help you pour on the love…
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While the weather outside might be a little frightful, our local wineries have cozy tasting rooms that are delightful…
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Who doesn’t love a steaming hot cup of chocolate on a frosty day? In honour of this internationally beloved beverage, the third annual Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival is here…
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Wondering how to thrill your food and wine (& music) loving peeps this holiday season? Here are some delicious local ideas on how to nibble and sip your way through the holidays…
Tourism Kelowna would like to thank Westbank First Nation and Okanagan Indian Band for the privilege to live, work, and play on the tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land), that is the unceded and traditional territory of syilx Okanagan peoples, the original stewards of these lands and to whom we give thanks to as our hosts
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