Kelowna: #1 Rated Walking Food Tour with 7 Tastings and 4 Drinks

3 hours

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What you’ll do

Our "#1 Rated" historical & cultural walking tour offers guests a unique way to learn about the food & culture of Kelowna through a jam-packed three-hour local experience. Hear the stories you won't find in any brochure, meet the people who actually make this city so great, & taste the food/drinks that put Kelowna on the international culinary stage. With us you get the personal know-how, & local insight, from Andrew (Owner/Guide) who started this business 4 years ago. Andrew grew up in the Okanagan and worked at his Grandparents Orchard in Oyama. The tour starts at the historic Laurel Packinghouse, and winds its way through the stunning lakeside Cultural District. Soak in the picturesque Waterfront Boardwalk on Okanagan Lake, discover local art, secret gardens, waterfalls, & so much more! Along the way we include 7 tantalizing tastes & 4 drink visits at authentic & unique local businesses (Adult Beverages, Non-Alcoholic, & Kids are all catered to). Come savour Downtown Kelowna!

Itinerary

This is where we meet outside to start the tour. Look for our sandwich board sign, and Andrew (tall ginger) standing out front.

We stop here to talk about some peculiar street art in Kelowna.

We walk through the stunning lakeside park and talk about its impact on Kelowna over the past 30 years.

Weekdays we go to the rooftop patio for some stunning pictures when the patio is open. April 15th-to-October 15th yearly our groups are able to see a 360 view of Downtown Kelowna.

The hidden Kasugai Gardens are named after Kelowna's sister city in Japan. Stocked with Koi, waterfalls, Japanese sculptures, and impeccable gardens! Lots to see and learn here! The park is open Mid-March to Mid-October.

We show guests where the tourist centre is for any other needs they may need while here.

Gorgeous lakeside park dedicated to a famous mayor. Here we will hear the story of the bear in Kelowna, and how our breathtaking boardwalk came to be.

Kelowna Yacht Club makes house-made Gelato for us on every tour as we sit lakeside in an award winning building, with an even better view of the lake!

A two story historic brick building is now the super unique BNA! The owner loves Northwest Canada, and The Tragically Hip. The place is full with its own brewery, 10 Pin Bowling Alley, Bocce Court, Vintage Arcade, Burger Bar, Airstream Trailer, and way more! One of our guests favourite stops!

Our hidden gem on tour! Often times we have to drag people out of this loose leaf tea house, as the aroma, vibes, and peacefulness takes over! A place you won't soon forget, and will likely be back over and over again! Like us :)

Sprout is a local family owned, & operated, Artisan Bakery. Situated inside the historic, & vibrant, Cultural District in Kelowna.

Owners Pete & Ava opened the doors in August of 2018, three weeks later they were married & welcomed friends & family to celebrate in the newly finished bakery space. From there, there was no turning back! Sprout quickly grew into a community hub that brought people together & centered around one thing – good food & coffee.

They offer a wide variety of food & baked goods! Sprout aims to showcase the incredible natural abundance of the Okanagan. While working with farmers & suppliers to bring local flavours to the community.

All of the breads are made with certified organic flour. Among other health benefits, organic farming practises require thoughtful crop rotation and ensure greater bio-diversity for the land.

When my guests visit they love being able to watch the bakers at work, the welcoming atmosphere, & of course the outstanding food & coffee!

A favourite stop on every tour! The stop includes wood fired pizza from an apple shaped forno oven from Naples, Italy. The Cafe is owned by Luigi Coccaro and has a hidden speakeasy and garden patio we show guests as well :)

Guests get spoiled here by Chef & Owner Izzy who has a modern take on his Mother & Grandmother's cooking straight from Mexico City! Bring your appetite, and love more fresh margaritas!