Nk’Mip Cellars

Nk’Mip Cellars Celebrates 20 years! National Indigenous Peoples Day is a time to honour and celebrate the cultures and contributions of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit peoples in Canada, what better day to talk about Nk’Mip Cellars, the first Indigenous-owned winery in North America with the first Indigenous Head Winemaker (Justin Hall, a proud member…

Crispy Salmon Spheres with Lemon Herb Aioli – Food Gays

Crispy Salmon Spheres with Lemon Herb Aioli It’s National Indigenous Peoples’ Day on June 21, so we thought we’d feature this recipe from our friends The Food Gays. Recommended pairing is the Nk’Mip Chardonnay. The recipes were created in partnership with Nk’Mip Cellars, Canada’s first Indigenous-owned winery. Crispy Salmon Spheres 1 lb Fresh Salmon fillet;…

National Aboriginal Day Fry Bread Recipe

Fry Bread Recipe With Serving Suggestions Lately I’ve been extremely fortunate to have several experiences where I’ve learned just a little bit more about Indigenous culture. I was first invited to share in a Cooking For Reconciliation Feast at Skwachays Lodge with Chef Rich Francis who had recently spent his first visit in British Columbia’s Aboriginal communities…

Oliver Osoyoos Oyster Festival #oooysterfest

If you love Oysters, you need to be at the Okanagan’s only oyster festival: the OOOyster Festival! The Oliver Osoyoos Oyster Festival was created to showcase sustainable oysters together with the award-winning wines of the Oliver Osoyoos Winery Association. Even oysters need a day in the sun! Sip the new Spring releases from the participating wineries of…

Characters of the Okanagan with Anthony Gismondi

JOIN Anthony Gismondi and the Wine Access Team at the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos, BC and meet the “characters” behind some of the most renowned wineries in the South Okanagan. Road 13 Mick Luckhurst Nk’Mip Cellars Randy Picton Fairview Cellars Bill Eggert Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Chris Wyse If you are planning to attend the…

Great Estates of the Okanagan : Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa

Famously called “Napa of the North”, BC’s South Okanagan is best known for its glorious sunshine, colourful orchards and as Canada’s premier wine country. Book now at Osoyoos’ most luxurious destination resort Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa for a deluxe wine package, starting at $99 per room, per night.  The price includes complimentary wine…

Aboriginal Fine Dining being showcased during the 2010 Olympic Games

Experience an authentic Aboriginal Culinary Feast! Nk’Mip Cellars the award-winning, world-class vineyard, owned and operated by BC’s Osoyoos Band, partners with Kanata Cuisine and the BC Aboriginal Culinary Team to provide the world with a gourmet Aboriginal dining experience during the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. The event takes place at the Native Education College’s Longhouse…

Osoyoos Indian Band and Bellstar Resorts to Open New Okanagan Conference Centre

Inaugural event at NK’MIP Resort will be national First Nations Economic Development Forum The Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) and their development partner, Bellstar Hotels & Resorts, will officially open the new NK’MIP Conference Centre on October 22, 2009. The opening will be in conjunction with the Centre’s first event – the national First Nations Economic…