#exploreKelowna Blog

When I think of the roaring twenties, I think of flapper dresses and smoky cabarets with candle lit tables. The Kelowna Actors Studio transports you back to that era with their cabaret-style dinner theatre which features F Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby from May 31^st to June 17^th.

This time of year is exciting for foragers, farmers, gardeners, and all enthusiasts of locally grown products as the Okanagan growing season kicks in for another delicious year.

Love wine? Me, too! Here’s a local tip: wineries are always introducing new wines and some of them are exclusive, have limited numbers or sell out quickly, so you have to visit the winery to get it

Asparagus season is here! This means you can find fresh, local asparagus just about anywhere

Lush vineyards, stunning wineries, endless hiking, orchards in full bloom, and so much more...

We are a city with bountiful agritourism and gastronomic adventures so go ahead and savour Kelowna from the ground up.

With warmer days and bursts of colour now a regular fixture, we’re deep into spring here in Kelowna, and with that in mind, here are some local tracks sure to put a spring in your step - this is your Kelowna spring playlist...

Kelowna orchards are in full bloom so the trees are bursting with colour and fragrance. The timing right now creates a 'sweet spot' where the variety of trees in bloom at one time is at its max with colours and flowers that include blossoming cherries, peaches, apples, pears, plums, and many others tree fruits. 

A sure sign of spring is when the Kelowna Farmers' and Crafters' Market is selling fresh, local rhubarb! This easy rhubarb pie is absolutely scrumptious and is a unique addition to your regular fruit pie repertoire. The brilliant ruby red colour and tart zing will make this a new family favourite. It's the perfect dessert to celebrate spring and the first growth in your garden.

One of Kelowna's many charms is its proximity to rural landscapes and activities. When you're out for a short drive, it's surprising how quickly you go from city and residential to acreages and orchards.