MTL Montreal Food (formerly Michel’s Montreal Smoked Meat) at #101-1851 Kirschner Road has new owners. Owned by partners, well-known Chef Mathew Morazain and Bernie Mahapatra, the restaurant is open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. serving both breakfast and lunch Mondays to Fridays, brunch on Saturdays starting at 10 a.m. and Mother’s Day brunch on May 7 and 8. Mathew calls his new venture a classic scratch diner. Wine and craft beers are available and they have a lovely patio. All menu items are house-made from scratch. I tried the MTL smoked meat sandwich and it was delicious. Other menu items include many other sandwiches, poutine, Tourtiere, mac n’ cheese, falafel wrap, salads and soup. They also have a daily lunch feature. The grand opening will be May 6 at 11 a.m. Call 778-484-3888 or www.mtlrealfood.com.
Jessie and Naz Lal are the new agency owners/operators of Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty Rent-A-Car dealerships which have opened on May 1. The new business is located at 5505 Airport Way in the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel directly across from the Kelowna Airport. Having the three car rental dealership together in one location and partnering with The Sheraton Hotel is a new pilot project with Hertz Rent-A-Car. Jessie and Naz have been in the automobile industry for many years in Vancouver and Kelowna. Call 250-863-1589.
Congratulations to former Mayor Sharon Shepherd on receiving the prestigious Anita Tozer Memorial Award at the 41st Annual Civic & Community Awards Gala. For the entire list of winners visit www.kelowna.ca.
The board of directors of the Kelowna Golf and Country Club has named the Junior Bursary Program in Michael Darnbrough’s memory. Over the years, Michael was very involved and passionate about the junior development program at the club. His dedication was demonstrated through his many years of volunteering as the KGCC Junior Development Director and also as a Director with the BC Golf Association, coach and mentor of the KSS High School golf team and the UBCO boys and girls golf teams. The Kelowna Golf and Country Club, Michael R. Bursary Program is comprised of two awarded bursaries given out each season to junior members that are graduating from secondary school. A trophy will remain on display in the club which will recognize each of the awarded annual bursary recipients.
Rush Ihas Hardwick LLP has named Yarden Gershony as the newest partner in their firm. He practices commercial litigation and international commercial arbitration and has practiced in New York, London and Vancouver, joining the Kelowna firm in 2013. Rush Ihas Hardwick LLP was founded in 2007 by David Rush and Kenneth Ihas and formed with one associate, Briana Hardwick, who is now a partner. The firm focuses on commercial and complex family litigation. Call 250-862-8010.
Mascarenhas Luxury Pens, owned by Mervin Mascarenhas is a unique business that you will not find, probably anywhere else in the world. Mervin is an international artist whose passion is making luxury pens out of woods which are unique and have a real history behind them. His handcrafted pens are made from some of the rarest woods in the world, from Bermuda, Panama, Ukraine and Canada. Some of the pens he creates are from 100 plus year old Bird’s Eye Cedar, 100 plus year old Bermuda Cedar Root, 400 plus year old Canal Zapatero wood, 5,400 plus year old Ukrainian Bog Oak or Canadian Moose, Deer or Elk Antlers. The luxury pens can be purchased by itself or with a handcrafted Bermuda Cedar, Canal Zapatero, Canadian Maple or Walnut pen box with stainless steel accents. The mechanical pens gear shift mechanism is combined with carbon fibre to give a unique look. Steampunk bolt action is combined with carbon fibre and authentic Swiss watch parts. You really have to see these pens to appreciate them. Definitely one-of-a-kind. Call 250-469-9792 www.mascarenhasluxurycreations.com.
With a new strategic plan in place, Jan Schulz is the new executive director of Inn for the Cold (IFTC) Kelowna. The board felt IFTC was ready to hire their first-ever permanent executive director to lead the organization. Schulz was formerly the executive director of the Family Resource Centre Society for the North Okanagan in Vernon. Mark Dixon is the president of IFTC. www.innfromthecoldkelowna.org.
The winners of the Pandosy Village Business Association Spring Wine Fest Window Decorating Contest, sponsored by the Kelowna Fab 5 Wineries were The Wardrobe Boutique (Most Creative), Serendipity Clothing Company (Most Attractive) and Venus Eye Boutique (Most Effective Promotion of the Kelowna Fab 5 Wineries). Other merchants who decorated their shops and deserved mention were Earthly Creations, The Book Bin, Bella Clothing Boutique, Frakas, Aldila Boutique and Wink I Wear Optical Boutique. I was delighted to be a judge along with MLA Steven Thomson and Aura Rose of House of Rose Winery. All the shops did great window displays and judging was difficult. Call 250-860-2251.
Shauna Lockhart purchased Happily Holistic Natural Heath & Wellness Care Center last year. She has now moved it from the Joe Rich area into Rutland at 433 Hwy 33 W. They offer many services from specialized kinesiology, body talk, raynor and relaxation massage, body management, European lymphatic drains and foot detox. Happily Holistic has cooking workshops which target teaching people how to eat healthy, including how to make your own sauerkraut, raw desserts, and Kombucha. The classes include as much organic products as possible, showing people that organic foods are not different and can be cost effective as well when shown how to utilize them. Their yoga classes are developed on a basis of an eight week session for each set. The grand re-opening is Sat., May 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. with free giveaways, coupons, samples of Kombucha, local vendor tables and music by Jeff Piattelli. Call 250-491-7559.
Sandhill Winery at 1125 Richter Street has a new estate manager. Patricia Leslie was formerly, for the past six years, with Whistler Sport Legacies, the non-profit organization created by VANOC to take over the operation of Whistler’s three 2010 Olympic Venues (Whistler Athletes’ Centre, Whistler Sliding Centre and Whistler Olympic Park). Her title was Director, Whistler Athletes’ Centre & Marketing, Communications, Sales. Patricia is not exactly new to Kelowna as many of her family lived and are still living in the area. Call 250-979-4268 or patricia.leslie@andrewpeller.com.
The Kelowna Museums Society has a new board of directors for 2016/17. They are Tyler Neels (President); Laurie Mills (Vice President); Cindy Rephin(Treasurer) and Carol Zuckerman (Secretary). Directors are Howard Hisdal, Jim Wood, Rolli Cacchioni, Joel Wonnacott, Lorne Sisley, Tom Fellhauer, Cliff Jamieson and Sandra Kochan (City of Kelowna Liaison).
Wentworth Music has been named a Top 100 Dealer by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), the global association of music products and music retailers. This recognition signifies Wentworth’s commitment to community, providing an excellent retail experience for their customers, helping people of all ages discover the joys and benefits of making music and to fostering a positive musical experience for their community. The awards will be held on June 24.
The 2015/16 board of directors of the Society for Learning in Retirement are Vera Ito (president), Donn Watt (vice-president and facilities), Wayne Bridges (treasurer), Angela Dyck (assistant treasurer), Ilse Erwig (programs), Gary Dickinson and Dianne Fidler (directors), Ron Lyric (registrar), Judi MacGillivray, (fundraising), Heather Schneider (OC representative), Mary-Ann Murphy (UBCO Representative), Sigi Narjes (social events), Sue Kuipers(secretary), Crystal Wariach (webmaster) and Janet Powell (volunteer coordinator). Annette Mattiasch is the office manager. Call 250-448-1203 www.slrkelowna.ca.
Happy 35th Anniversary Dennis and Gwen Gabelhouse (May 2).
Helgi’s Viking Steak Jerky is a new delicious jerky distributed by JHS Distributors. It comes in a 30g Grab’ n Go package available in seven flavours and is 98 per cent lean, naturally smoked and hand-cut in signature marinades. The Short Stop Drive-Thru Liquor Store in the Ramada Hotel on Harvey Avenue currently carries three flavours. The jerky is juicy, flavorful and not dry and is vacuum sealed. Great for people on the go.
DCH Hair Company (Dewey Cuttem & Howe) is hosting a fundraiser for the Special Olympics on Sat., May 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Owner Paul McIntyre and his team of stylists will be cutting hair or blow dry style for a minimum donation of $15.00 (cash only). There will be product giveaways and raffles for gift baskets. Local athletes will be showing off their hardware won at the World Games and the Chopped Leaf, Percs and other Orchard Plaza merchants are pitching in.
Chuck Dixon aced his second hole-in-one at Kelowna Springs, 140 yards (8 Iron). This one cost him a fraction of his first hole-in-one that happened during a tournament attended by fellows who really liked to drink.
BrainTrust Canada’s Pushor Mitchell Okanagan Symposium on Brain Health is Thurs., May 12 at the Laurel Packinghouse and will include presentations on how to use your brains to live a healthier life. Presenters are Dr. Stephen Kiraly, Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose and Sean Pritchard. $125.00 includes breakfast, lunch and reception. For all speakers and to register visit www.braintrustcanada.com or call Magda Kapp at 250-762-3233.
What’s happening around town….
Ellison Community Hall is having a Homecoming Open House, 4411 Old Vernon Road on Sat., May 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s an opportunity to meet your neighbours, visit old friends and share in the history of the community. Pancake breakfast 9 a.m.
Blossom Time Fair is Fri., May 13 at Cottonwoods, 2255 Ethel Street from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. hosted by four auxiliaries for the KGH Foundation. Entertainment, BBQ, plants, crafts, baking and Okanagan Master Gardeners.
Opera Kelowna is hosting Enchanted on Fri., May 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Laurel Packing House. Be charmed and enchanted as Opera Kelowna’s extraordinary artists surprise and delight you while you enjoy dinner, wine, entertainment and dancing Live and silent auction. www.operakelowna.com.
Rutland United Church Spring Ham Dinner & Silent Auction is Sat., May 14, 1370 Rutland Road. $20.00. Call 250-765-5141.
Birthdays of the week – Twins, Cathy Jennens and Joyce Peace (Today, May 4); Chris Cowan (Today, May 4); Jim Hansen (May 5); Eric Weber (May 6);Marlies White (May 6); Charlie Hodge (May 6); Phil Taneda (May 6); Brenda Bell (May 7); Melanie Hall-Szyszkiewicz (May 9); Michael Ballingall(May 10: Bruce Henderson (May 10); Andrew Bruce (May 10); Clair Jantzen (May 10); Dore Blais (May 10); (May 10); Happy 16th Ava Durrell (Apr. 27); In memory of Lorina Dick (May 4).
Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna City Councillor and local hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546 or 250-862-7662, fax 250-860-3173, E-mail maxdehart@telus.net and web-site www.KelownaNow.com (click on Columns and Maxine DeHart).
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