We live in one of the greatest areas in the world for local food production yet our restaurants have yet to realize this and capitalize on it. There are a few great locations like the Bench Market in Penticton, the Bonfire Restaurant and Bar West Kelowna or the Cabana Grille in Kelowna but these seem to be only a few acceptations out of the many many establishments in the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. Some of the Wineries have began to utilize local tastes to accompany their wines but for the casual diner the experience is still few and far between.
With 2010 here I would like to see our local restaurants add at least 1 local meal to their menu.
When we are lucky enough to have world class local wineries and micro breweries in our region we should be celebrating it with great local cuisine.
January 18th, 2010 at 5:22 pm
There are actually several restaurants in the Okanagan that are dedicated to serving ALL local food. Among them are Theo's and Amante Bistro in Penticton, Local Lounge & Grill in Summerland and Raudz Regional Table in Kelowna.
January 18th, 2010 at 6:14 pm
Thanks Tracy I haven't been to Theo's in years may have to stop by again