Chef Daniel Haere is a foodie. In fact, his Instagram handle is Danielthefoodman and he comes by that moniker honestly. The images he posts of both the dishes he makes and those he indulges in will have you salivating. In the kitchen of the Broken Anchor restaurant in Kelowna’s Guisachan Village Centre, Haere is able to take advantage of the plentiful bounties of both the Okanagan’s farms, orchards and vineyards and the West Coast’s...
Here are our top wine picks of the year.
50th Parallel Estate Winery 2020 Pinot Noir $42 This is an excellent example of the Okanagan's ability to produce first class wines that can compete on the world stage in this competitive category. The wine is both savoury and fruity with a solid backbone of tannin needed for extended aging. Dried cherries, raspberries, herbal notes, anise and black tea are evident in the bouquet. On the palate the wine...
The Okanagan’s best bets for frugal wine enthusiasts. 50th Parallel Estate Winery 2021 Pinot Gris $25
Apple, honey, tropical and pear aromas with some gooseberry and floral notes. On the palate there is mineral, apple skin, with pear and canned fruit flavours. Nice freshness on the finish. Bench 1775 Winery 2018 Red Meritage $30 Rich and savoury with black cherry, cassis, chocolate, herbal, bell pepper character and a hint of tobacco. Supple...
