Tag Archives: Naramata Bench

Being Thankful

Posted on October 12, 2020 by joyofwine

Canadian Thanksgiving is today…and it’s truly one of my favourite holidays! I love the crisp, cool air, the endless sunshine (in these parts, we get a lot) and the panorama of autumn colours is pretty astounding! The Capital Region River … Continue reading →

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It’s Not a Laughing Stock After All!

Posted on February 1, 2014 by joyofwine

If you haven’t already figured it out, I’m Canadian.  Yes, I sport the red and white and the maple leaf with great passion.  I wear a touque in the winter.  I have the television on 24/7 during the Olympic Games … Continue reading →

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Have you been “Freudified”?

Posted on September 15, 2013 by joyofwine

Welcome to the world of Fortified Wines! Most of us have either heard of Port or perhaps even had the opportunity to try it. If it’s a true Port, it comes from Portugal, specifically the Douro region, and made with … Continue reading →

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A New Year

Posted on August 29, 2013 by joyofwine

Most businesses operate on a “fiscal year”, which could mean any month becomes the new year.   For the rest of us, we just look at the calendar and know that New Years occurs on January 1!  With September 1 a … Continue reading →

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