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Quails’ Gate to Celebrate Local Farmers and Artisans At Second Annual Harvest Fair
Kelowna, BC, August 19, 2009 - Quails’ Gate Winery will host its Second Annual Harvest Fair on September 12, 2009. The Harvest Fair, a celebration of local farmers and artisans is held on the lawns of Quails’ Gate’s Historic Allison house and features farm fresh produce, local art and live music.
"Like our farm suppliers, our family roots are tied to the land,"
commented Tony Stewart, CEO and Proprietor of Quails’ Gate. "As fall harvest approaches, the fair is our opportunity to celebrate those farmers who benefit not only our talented Chef Roger Sleiman but also the patrons of Old Vines Restaurant."
The Harvest Fair day includes farm fresh produce from local growers including Second Wind Farms, Okanagan Lavender Herbfarm, Suncatcher Farms, Festers Peppers, North Okanagan Game Meats and Little Creek Gardens. Winery Chef Roger Sleiman will be at the grill barbecueing savory selections and serving up fresh from the oven breads and baked goods.
"The Harvest Fair is a true celebration of all that is local," says Angela McManus, Quails’ Gate Marketing Director. "Artists whose work captures the essence of Okanagan life and landscape will be on hand as well as Kelowna singer-songwriter Andrew Smith performing his beautiful folk music. We are looking forward to another bustling and fun-filled fair." Participating artists include Annabel Stanley (vineyard weaving), Linda Lovisa (painting), Judy Pederson (photography), Louise Lambert (painting), Teri Paul (pottery and painting), Tari Di Bello (painting and vineyard sprites), Karen Close (painting) and Ray Jurys (barrel art).
Entrance to the Quails’ Gate Harvest Fair to be held Saturday, September 12 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. is free with a contribution to the Kelowna and West Kelowna Food Bank.
Quails’ Gate Estate Winery is nestled in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. Our 125-acre Estate vineyard, located on the shores of Lake Okanagan, is owned and operated by the Stewart Family, pioneering horticulturists in the Okanagan for 100 years. We invite you to visit us daily, year round in the Wineshop and Old Vines Restaurant for a unique taste of the Okanagan.
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For additional media information, please contact:
Angela McManus | Director of Marketing
amcmanus@quailsgate.com | 250-769-4451 ext. 230