Where to Get Your Brunch on in Kelowna

Saffron Quist March 8, 2023

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**By Jenna Swetlikoff** | orig: Aug 15, 2022
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Do you know what a millennial’s favourite meal of the day is? BRUNCH! And if you know me, brunch time is by far my favourite meal and time of the day…I am the brunch queen!

Let me paint a picture for ya. Imagine sleeping in and and then heading out for some yummy breakfast food while indulging in a few mimosas! The only place where being hungover in last night’s clothes is socially acceptable. WHAT A TIME!

Kelowna has quite an impressive brunch scene so you really can’t go wrong. I’ve rounded up some of MY favourite spots and their stand out items…

My Favourite Brunch Spots in Kelowna BC

White Spot

White Spot is a chain restaurant but they’re on this list for good reason, their benny! There are a lot of places that offer great egg’s benny but White Spot is one of my all time favourites! It’s classic, consistent, and served with endless smashbrowns. I’ve been going here for years!

Must try: classic eggs benny (I swap out back bacon for regular bacon)

Krafty

They serve brunch all week but I would recommend their weekend hip hop brunch! Definitely make a reservation if attending on the weekend as they get quite busy. They play hip hop music, serve fun brunch cocktails, and offer many vegan choices. Did I mention they do mimosa pitchers?!

Must try: Andree 3000 is vegan benny, vegan yamwich, any of their bowls

Bohemian Cafe

The Boh is a Kelowna classic. I love their huevo rancheros and their ‘abohcado’ but I could honestly eat anything from there. They have so many unique breakfast items and the service is always top notch.

Must try: huevos rancheros, abohcado

Jammery

The Jammery is also one of Kelowna’s long standing brunch spots. It’s a little bit of a drive to the Jammery but they also opened up a second location in town this year with a slightly different menu! They home make their jam and serve the ultimate comfort breakfast food. You can check out my reel on The Jammery here.

Must try: All you can eat waffles, pesto eggs benny, scones

OEB

I love OEB because their eggs are their own flax fed free-run eggs so they aways taste fresh with dark running yolks. They serve mimosa flights, have organic orange juice and overall, have a very innovative menu. You can check out my reel on OEB here.

Must try: The truffled squash Benny is heaven in your mouth

Diner Deluxe

I love Diner Deluxe’s various bowls. They have aesthetically pleasing decor, lot of options on their menu from pancakes to chicken + waffles, and they are right across from the beach. Who doesn’t love to get their brunch on a patio right by the beach?!

Must try: Ogo Sun Bowl

And there we have it! If you try out any of these brunch places or have any other favourites let me know! For more food recs, be sure to check out my reels tab on my Instagram here!

-Jenna xoxo

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**By Susie Helland** | orig: Nov 20, 2022
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Winter has arrived in the Okanagan and that usually means we are searching the travel websites for the next tropical vacay to warm us up. While I do love me an amazing Mexican holiday amongst the palm trees and warm sunshine, over the past couple of years we have really enjoyed discovering what we have in our own backyards as well.

I get asked all the time what local hotels I would recommend and why. Even though the ground is covered in snow, I do have a few places that we enjoy going to in the winter months that still feel like you are on a fun holiday and you can utilize the outdoor facilities. And bonus, they are all on or close by a lake which is where I love to be. Below are 3 of my winter favourites and why I love them.

Walnut Beach Resort - Osoyoos

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This resort was the very first place we ever stayed on our first ever trip to Osoyoos about 8 years ago and we went back many times after that. Although it's the most amazing in the Summer because of its location right on the lake, their pool with incredible lake views and private beach area, it is also enjoyable and beautiful in the winter months too. Anytime i can be that close to the water, I am all for it!

The atmosphere and the calm that I feel when we stay here is one of the biggest reasons that we keep coming back. Walnut Beach Resort keeps their outdoor, heated pool open all year round and let me tell you, for someone who does not like the cold at all, I have spent many hours in that pool in winter weather. The water temperature is perfect - think bath water - and it's fun to go from the pool to one of the 2 hot tubs which are only steps away. Our son can stay in the pool for hours which is a great way to tire him out and keep him off screens. (If you know, you know)

The rooms are all suites so you have full kitchens, washer and dryer, fireplaces and patios, except for the studio suites which just have large windows that open, but no deck. We always book the lakeview rooms but you can also get a mountain view if you prefer. They also have a restaurant on site, a sauna and fitness center, and you can even book yourself a massage! If you want to leave the resort, there are wineries close by or you can book a wine tour at the front desk so you don't need to drive. We absolutely love coming to Walnut Beach and whenever we pull up to the doors to check in, we always say it's like we are coming home.

Spirit Ridge Resort - Osoyoos

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Spirit Ridge Resort is nestled on the hill, in a vineyard, overlooking Osoyoos Lake and it really gives you that resort feel. We were new to staying here for the first time in December 2021, and it didn't disappoint. Of course, one of my favourite things about it is the outdoor heated pool all year round. The pool gets the sun all day long so it's great if you get the winter blues and need extra Vitamin D to recharge. It also has a hot tub and a sauna to keep you warm when you get out of said pool.

Spirit Ridge has so many things to do right at the resort so if you don't want to drive anywhere, there are lots of choices for you. They have a restaurant, Nk’Mip Cellars winery, (did someone say WINE!?) Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre, fitness center, and horse-riding stables. There is a walking path that takes you right through the vineyard to the road where you will find another path that takes you all the way down to the lake if you choose. It is also pet friendly so no need to leave your fur baby with a sitter. Spirit Ridge is a great place for families, date weekends or just place to come and chill to get away from the world for a few days. We are actually going back soon ourselves!

The Royal - Kelowna

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I always say that The Royal Kelowna is somewhat like a hidden gem because anytime I mention it, most people didn't even know it was there. It is nestled in beside the Delta Grand Hotel and I think it is often overlooked. We stayed at The Royal this past February and it was nothing short of amazing! Brent (my husband) and I did a date weekend away and this is where we chose to stay. We called and booked a one-bedroom suite on the lake side of the building. When we arrived, they told us that they had given us a complimentary upgrade to a 3-bedroom lake view suite and we were stunned at how amazing it was. There were 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, laundry room, and an amazing deck with Okanagan Lake views. But can I just tell you about the roof top infinity pool for a second?! It was truly incredible. The pool is heated and you can enter from outside or inside, and the view is spectacular. There are also 2 hot tubs, one inside the doors and the other on the pool deck. The hotel is also within walking distance of restaurants, a casino, and other amenities so you can literally park your car and let it sit until you check out.

So those are our 3 favourite places to go in the winter months. If you have any questions about these beautiful resorts, or about any other places in the Okanagan, please dont hesitate to reach out. I love sharing all of our favourite finds with you!

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Estate Winery and Artisan Bread Co.

What: Friendly, inviting family-run winery on the west side of the Oliver wine route.

Quick Hits: Dog-friendly | Kid-friendly | Cheese snacks available for purchase | Stunning patio

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