#exploreKelowna Blog

When you think of Kelowna a few world-famous traits come to mind such as wine tours, fun in the sun, and orchards. But did you know that Kelowna is also home to some of the best LGBT2Q+ shows in BC?

The 4th annual Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery Mixoff is only a few days away! Last years event was a huge success bringing together foodies and cocktail connoisseurs for a fun-filled night.

Known for its hot summers and temperate winters, Kelowna is quickly becoming the food capital of B.C. And whether you live in Kelowna or are visiting on vacation, you must take note of these eight incredible restaurants.

To borrow from the Soup Sisters charity organization, soup is basically a hug in a bowl and who doesn’t crave a warm hug during chilly days?

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.

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.

Nestled between the rock-ribbed bluffs just to your right as you cross the bridge to West Kelowna is a gem for mountain bikers and hikers.

Fall is a wonderful time of year to visit restaurants in Kelowna. How can you not feel good about sitting down to a meal knowing the head chef and his team scoured the local farmer’s market that morning selecting fresh produce and other ingredients for its preparation?

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

Every golf course in Kelowna has an amazing view of the mountains, the canyons, lakes, vineyards, and/or orchards because the entire area is surrounded by beautiful landscape. With this beautiful backdrop and the opportunity for countless activities available within it, it's no surprise that Kelowna has become one of the top golf destinations in Canada.