Okanagan Culinary Walking Tour

Discover the delicious side of the Okanagan with our immersive Culinary Walking Tour. This gastronomic adventure takes you through the charming streets of one of the valley's picturesque towns, where you'll explore the thriving local food culture that has emerged alongside the region's renowned wine industry. Your guide—a local food expert with deep connections to the culinary community—will lead you on a carefully curated route featuring the most innovative and authentic food purveyors.

Your journey includes visits to artisanal bakeries where traditional techniques meet local ingredients, specialty food shops featuring products from small-scale producers, and innovative restaurants that are defining Okanagan cuisine. At each stop, enjoy generous tastings while meeting the passionate individuals behind these establishments—bakers, chefs, chocolatiers, cheese mongers, and other food artisans who are contributing to the region's vibrant food identity.

Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable guide will share insights about the Okanagan's evolving food scene, the challenges and rewards of sourcing locally, and how the agricultural bounty of the region influences culinary creativity. Learn about the history of food production in the valley and how contemporary chefs and food producers are building on that heritage while introducing innovative approaches.

The experience includes approximately 8-10 tasting stops, which together comprise a progressive meal showcasing the diversity of the local food landscape. From savory to sweet, traditional to contemporary, each carefully selected tasting contributes to a comprehensive understanding of Okanagan cuisine. The tour concludes with a seated final tasting that includes a glass of local wine or craft beer, providing time to reflect on your culinary journey and receive recommendations for further food explorations during your stay.