#exploreKelowna Blog

As a local I always look forward to Easter Weekend with the grass getting green, flowers starting to spring up, and more and more people outside enjoying the fresh spring air.

Whether you’ve just completed a fabulous dinner and want to cap it off with a sweet treat, or you're on the hunt for the perfect chocolate pie, whatever your craving, these restaurants have it. But be warned, you won’t want to share.

Holiday shopping have you ready to relax this Christmas Eve? Decided not to cook a big meal for Christmas Day?

Still looking for gifts for a few people on your list? Here are a few suggestions to help you shop like a local and give the gift of Kelowna this holiday season.

In Kelowna, chefs take pride in their commitment to turning locally grown food into fresh and delicious meals. Because our farms and restaurants are so close together, chefs can pick products at just the right moment to create tasty works of art, all in the same day.

Grape stomping and trestle hunting in the Okanagan.

Our local chefs are thrilled to welcome the bounty that summertime brings to the Okanagan and can’t wait to integrate the newest seasonal ingredients into their menus.

In the summer, we all love to escape indoor spaces and enjoy the fresh air and warm sunshine. Sitting down with a glass of Okanagan wine enhances that experience. Visit one of these friendly establishments and heighten the occasion with the company of good friends—or the opportunity to make new ones.

Don’t get me wrong, I love popcorn shrimp and gourmet burgers, but sometimes I want to choose the location for family dinner out. With two small kids, my husband and I aren’t often in charge of that decision. Recently we’ve stumbled on a couple of dining options that strike a balance, kid friendly options at adult centric restaurants (who happen to be totally family friendly!)