#exploreKelowna Blog

Out on the Start Fresh farm, walking through the rows is always exciting this time of year. The lush green plants remind me why we put so much effort into growing food.

Complete your visit to the Okanagan with a food picking experience! Picking your own fruit can be very rewarding, and you also get to take home edible souvenirs.

Cherries, Apricots, Peaches, and much more. U-pick anything in Kelowna starting with strawberries to pumpkins in the fall. Bring your dog, your family, your friends, picking is fun for everyone.

Most locals that grew up in the valley can remember those carefree summer days, once school was out and the fruits became ripe on the neighbourhood trees. Well, that time of year is back!

Kelowna, British Columbia is a magical place on earth. And not just because it's filled with acres of wineries. Although, they are definitely a plus.

In early spring, wild asparagus begins the green growing season in the Okanagan Valley. The snow in the mountains may still be melting, but the tender crunch of the pistachio-coloured stalks are ready for culinarians to work their magic.

Kelowna orchards are in 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

The foundation of the agriculture industry here in Kelowna began on lush orchards offering top quality tree fruits for the community. Cideries have found a way to promote the natural attributes of the Okanagan apple by transforming them into a delicious drink.

With fall comes the changing of leaves, sweaters, grapes coming in from the vines and apple harvests in the orchards.

Chef Michael Buffett has been an amazing new addition to our local food and farm scene in Kelowna. With a strong history of running high standard kitchens in Alberta, Michael decided to go west to follow a dream.