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Groovy glassware
It’s the annual summertime dilemma: You want to enjoy good wine in good glasses at your outdoor events, but you don’t want to risk broken glass all over your patio, not to mention how annoyed you’d be if someone smashed your precious Vinum stems. Luckily, acrylic glassware is getting better and better all the time, […] The post Groovy glassware appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine2 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
Recognition for BC wine champions
Cheers to frequent Vitis contributor Rhys Pender MW, winner of this year’s BC Wine Industry Leadership Excellence Award, which was announced at the 2026 Canadian Wine Industry Awards earlier this month. Wine Growers Canada presents the awards each year, recognizing the individuals, organizations and businesses that have gone above and beyond to support and enhance […] The post Recognition for BC wine champions appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine2 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
The value of slow
There’s a lot to be said for taking it slow, for savouring life and supporting smaller, more sustainable communities and the people who make them thrive. That’s what Cittaslow is all about. The name literally means “Slow City,” inspired by the Slow Food movement. Some 308 communities around the world are certified as Cittaslow, including […] The post The value of slow appeared first on VITIS .
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Taxes, trade, trying times
It sounded like good news, but is it really? The federal government recently announced a two-year extension to the excise duty relief that was set to expire this April. Certainly, the news could have been a lot worse. But critics insist the tax—which increases year after year automatically—is unfair by its very nature. And with […] The post Taxes, trade, trying times appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine2 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
Making bubbles in the name of Mother Nature
You could say that fighting for what is right comes naturally to Telmont Champagne. The acclaimed house was founded in 1912 by Henri Lhôpitel, one of the leaders of the 1911 Champagne Riots, who battled to uphold the region’s high quality standards. Four generations later, as Telmont Champagne enters the Canadian market, the fight for […] The post Making bubbles in the name of Mother Nature appeared first on VITIS .
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Designed to swirl
The way the story goes, Maximilian Riedel came up with a line of stemless wine glasses when his beautiful Vinum stems wouldn’t fit into the cupboards in his New York kitchen. The “O” series he launched was fun, practical, affordable and solved a common problem. So what to make of the Aequilibrium wine glass by […] The post Designed to swirl appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine6 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
Travel planning hub for B.C. wine lovers
If you’re the person in your friend group who always ends up planning your B.C. wine country adventures, you’ll be glad to learn that you now have help. Wine Growers British Columbia has just revamped the WineBC.com website to become the ultimate planning tool for discovering the province’s wine regions. Designed to be a strategic […] The post Travel planning hub for B.C. wine lovers appeared first on VITIS .
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Winning on the world stage
Canada may be among the world’s smallest and youngest wine-producing nations, but it is steadily proving that it has the potential to be among the best. Take the most recent Decanter World Wine Awards, announced in June. Of the 57 countries that submitted wines to the world’s largest international wine competition, Canada took home 347 […] The post Winning on the world stage appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine4 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
Raise a glass to the new Evolve
Is it possible to have too much bubble? We say no, and that’s why we’re so thrilled about Evolve Sparkling House, the newest winery on the Naramata Bench. Even before it opened its doors in late July, Evolve had already been raking in the accolades—among other awards, it was recognized as Canada’s Top Sparkling Producer […] The post Raise a glass to the new Evolve appeared first on VITIS .
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Good news from B.C.’s vineyards
Jeff Guignard is feeling optimistic, and he’s not the only one. “There’s a palpable sense of excitement out there after a couple of difficult years,” says the CEO of Wine Growers BC. “There’s a lot of challenges, but there’s a lot of hope.” Since stepping into the WGBC job in April, Guignard has been keeping […] The post Good news from B.C.’s vineyards appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine5 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
Eight fall and winter wine events you don’t want to miss
Clear your schedule for these wine-soaked experiences. Wine Capital Weekend September 19 to 21 Swing by Oliver for three days of live music, dancing, good food, good wine and loads of fun. It all begins with the Kick-Off Party at District Wine Village, continues with the Cask & Keg Festival and wraps up with the […] The post Eight fall and winter wine events you don’t want to miss appeared first on VITIS .
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Where to drink natural wine in Vancouver
If Vancouver’s bar scene is any indication, natural wine is here to stay. What began as a fringe offering has become a bona fide trend, with bars and pop-ups bringing interesting bottles to thirsty Vancouverites around the city. And while natural wine may still seem like a relatively new idea, it’s actually not. “What we […] The post Where to drink natural wine in Vancouver appeared first on VITIS .
by Sara Harowitz5 viewssips-and-nibblesnatural-wine - news
Good times, naturally: Grape Vibes is Vancouver’s new chill patio wine bar pop-up
PS: It’s dog-friendly (but humans need to be 19+) If the crisscrossed sparkly streamers strung across the bright back patio of The Boxcar seem to signal a great hangout spot, well, you’re on the nose. That’s where you’ll find a new wine bar venture called Grape Vibes, and fun is absolutely on the menu. Longtime colleagues Gavin […] The post Good times, naturally: Grape Vibes is Vancouver’s new chill patio wine bar pop-up appeared first on VITIS .
by Lindsay William-Ross5 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
In the pink
Spring is all about cherry blossoms, rosé and romance. And sometimes, it’s also about pretty pink glassware. Here are some blushing beauties perfect for taking out on the patio. A terrific tumbler At only $1.49 apiece, Ikea’s tempered-glass pink Pokal tumblers are a real crowd pleaser with a classic bistro look. ikea.com/ca A cute coupe […] The post In the pink appeared first on VITIS .
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A banquet of fine dining
Hungry? Then get yourself to wine country. There are always good eats to be had at the Okanagan’s winery and other restaurants, but this summer the region is also seeing a buffet of exciting chef collabs and winemaker dinners galore. Leading the charge is chef Chris Van Hooydonk, who’s gathering some of his favourite chef […] The post A banquet of fine dining appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine5 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
Nine spring and summer wine events you don’t want to miss
Summer is always a good time to visit wine country and these great events are an even better reason to go. Over the next few months there are concerts, parties, train rides and even a few wine-soaked events beyond the Okanagan Valley. Here’s just a taste of what’s going on. BC Wine month Until April […] The post Nine spring and summer wine events you don’t want to miss appeared first on VITIS .
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New CEO for Wine Growers BC
For the past 11 years, as executive director of B.C.’s Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC), Jeff Guignard has been the calm, thoughtful presence championing the interests of liquor, hospitality and cannabis retail businesses. Now, at one of the most challenging times in the province’s wine industry, he’s stepping into the role of CEO at […] The post New CEO for Wine Growers BC appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine5 viewssips-and-nibbles - news
L’Abattoir’s Andrew Forsyth Wins the 2025 CAPS Best Sommelier of BC Competition
L’Abattoir’s head sommelier Andrew Forsyth has won the title of Best Sommelier of BC at the annual competition hosted by the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS). Each year, British Columbia’s top sommeliers gather to compete in this rigorous test of skill, knowledge, and composure under pressure. The competition begins with a gruelling theory exam, designed […] The post L’Abattoir’s Andrew Forsyth Wins the 2025 CAPS Best Sommelier of BC Competition appeared first on VITIS .
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A taste of Burrowing Owl
So often in cookbooks the wine pairing is secondary to a recipe, an afterthought or a nice-to-have rather than an essential feature. That is, if there is a pairing at all. But in Jennifer Schell Lirag’s new book, the Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Cookbook, the wine comes first. Each section starts with one of the […] The post A taste of Burrowing Owl appeared first on VITIS .
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Island time, island wines
As palates turn to lighter, crisper flavours, Vancouver Island’s small, pretty Cowichan Valley wine region is attracting new attention. Now, as the first generation of winery owners begins to retire, younger winemakers are bringing in fresh ideas, like the Charmat-method sparkling Charme de L’île that has become the region’s calling card or the sudden passion […] The post Island time, island wines appeared first on VITIS .
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Tidbits: news from the world of B.C. wine
Farewell to the castle In what might be bittersweet news to some, what was likely the Okanagan Valley’s kitschiest tasting room is no more. That’s right: The castle at Road 13 Vineyards has been demolished. Road 13 originally opened as Golden Mile Cellars, back in 1998, in a building designed to resemble a 17th century […] The post Tidbits: news from the world of B.C. wine appeared first on VITIS .
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Shelter from the perfect storm
In what has been a couple of truly bad news years, there is at last some good news to report. In the wake of January’s devastating cold event, which decimated more than 90 per cent of the grape harvest in the Okanagan and Similkameen valleys, the provincial government is allowing wineries a one-time exemption to […] The post Shelter from the perfect storm appeared first on VITIS .
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Six fall and winter wine events you don’t want to miss
Clear your schedule for these essential experiences MICHELIN Guide Vancouver Launch October 3 All Vancouver foodies will be eagerly awaiting the announcement of the 2024 entries into the prestigious guide. Catch the latest at: guide.michelin.com/ca/en/british-columbia/ca-vancouver/restaurants. Victoria International Wine Festival October 4 to 5 Sample nearly 400 wines from 16 different countries and, of course, the […] The post Six fall and winter wine events you don’t want to miss appeared first on VITIS .
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Okanagan winery opens wine event space in Richmond
Phantom Creek Estates has released a Bordeaux-style blend called Baoshan. An Okanagan winery has opened an events space close to the Richmond Olympic Oval. Phantom Creek Estates announced Monday it’s opening a “multi-function space” for VIP and special events as well as an office on Pearson Way in conjunction with the release of its “ultra-premium-tier” Halo […] The post Okanagan winery opens wine event space in Richmond appeared first on VITIS .
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