Drink

Cocktails, Wine and other Interesting concoctions 

Exploring the World of Spirit Free Drinks

Exploring the World of Spirit Free Drinks

If you tuned into CBC Edmonton AM this morning, you would've heard me singing the praises of several non-alcoholic beverages. Some are made in Alberta, some in Canada, and a couple that I spoke about come from across the Pond. What I didn't talk about was alcohol-free...

Homemade Coffee Cream Liqueur

Homemade Coffee Cream Liqueur

Want a little something-something in your coffee but don't have a bottle of suitable store-bought liqueur? No problem, if you have some key ingredients in your fridge and pantry, you can whip up a homemade liqueur in a few minutes, like the one below. Note: be careful...

Two Sergeants – CBC Review

Two Sergeants – CBC Review

The first time I walked into this cavernous brewpub, I wasn't quite sure what to make of the decor. I've never been a fan of the primary colour scheme. It works for playgrounds and children's hospitals, but seldom for event spaces where adults convene for food and...

It’s Not Easy (or Tasty) Being Green

It’s Not Easy (or Tasty) Being Green

The liquid in the bottle was so oddly coloured, it seemed to be glowing. It looked awful. Almost alien-like. I had to buy it. Was there any chance that this Verde tomato clam cocktail, the green version of Mott's Clamato, could actually taste good? I tried it three...

2018 – A Hot Year for Kelowna

2018 – A Hot Year for Kelowna

It's been wonderful to watch the evolution of the Kelowna food scene take place over the years. If you've never been to Kelowna (sometimes referred to by its airport code YLW in hashtags on social media platforms), put it on your destination list. It's long been a...

Favourite Okanagan Destinations: Lake Country

Favourite Okanagan Destinations: Lake Country

I often get asked for recommendations in the Okanagan. I don't mind, in fact, I absolutely love telling people about the great things in the valley, but, it does take a lot of time and effort to respond to emails and texts about what to eat and drink, or what to do...