Shannon Ainslie
Shannon Ainslie brings a background of writing and blogging to the team. She is interested in covering human interest stories and engaging with her community of Kamloops.
Kelowna gains international gastronomy status
“Becoming a city of gastronomy will attract new visitors, events and conferences, and is something very special to be proud of as residents.”
Grape growers harvest bumper crop in Okanagan and Kamloops
“What growers are sharing with us is that the vines are full and the harvest has been really good."
Okanagan’s first cat café sees hundreds of felines adopted
To date 424 cats have been adopted.
iN PHOTOS: Pumpkin spice specialty treats to taste in Kamloops, Okanagan
“Pumpkin spice treats help bring in the fall season and add to our cosy atmosphere."
Supply of locally grown turkeys limited in Okanagan, Kamloops this year
“I'd encourage people to support their local farmers and get their orders in soon."
‘Passion for peppers:’ Business is hot for South Okanagan couple
“The medium of spicy food to engage with the public is hysterical. Humour exists between someone’s perceived heat tolerance and the reality of it.”
Fun festivals for foodies in Okanagan, Kamloops
These weekend events are fun for the whole family.
iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
A fruit that isn’t commonly seen is a Tayberry, which is a cross between a blackberry and a raspberry.
Visitors can sip on booze while watching Music in the Park in Kamloops
Music in the park is kicking off for the summer in various districts in Kamloops…
iN VIDEO: Making Kekuli Cafe’s authentic and popular bannock
A steady stream of customers filter into Kekuli Café in Kamloops on a grey, chilly…
iN PHOTOS: Classic Christmas cookies add flavour to holidays in Kamloops, Okanagan
Christmas cookies are baking in ovens across Kamloops and the Okanagan, and this includes traditional…
iN VIDEO: Kamloops baker gives crash course on making the perfect macaron
The kitchen at Mary Ann’s Macarons in Kamloops is clean and comfortable, a place where…
iN VIDEO: How a Kamloops bakery makes its popular sourdough bread
Walking through the doors of Harvest Moon Bakery in Kamloops is like walking into a…
iN PHOTOS: How a Kamloops food photographer makes mouthwatering images
Kamloops resident Crystal Hughes had a passion for photography since high school. After earning diplomas…
iN PHOTOS: These edible mushrooms in Okanagan, Kamloops dissolve into ink
While shaggy mane mushrooms are a common find for foragers in the Okanagan and Kamloops,…