Osoyoos

Located at the southern tip of the Okanagan Valley, the Town of Osoyoos is a popular resort destination as one of the warmest regions in Western Canada at times throughout the year. Known for its world-class wineries and bountiful vineyards and orchards, the region around Osoyoos has become a food-lovers dream. 

While the warm, dry climate is beloved by tourists who want to sit lakeside, it is also perfect for growing a multitude of fresh fruits and vegetables including apples, peaches, apricots, plums, squash, and of course cherries.

With access to this abundance of fresh, local ingredients, Osoyoos boasts a multitude of food experiences that can't be missed. Whether you are tasting modern cuisine with Indigenous roots at The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The Berry or taking the hands-on approach and learning about regenerative farming at Covert Farms Family Estate, you and your taste buds are sure to be satisfied.

For another way to experience the region’s food culture, explore the South Okanagan Farm Trail. Stretching through Osoyoos and Oliver, this self-guided route connects visitors with family-run orchards, farm markets, local growers and eateries, offering a chance to discover the South Okanagan’s sun-soaked agricultural bounty.

And just in case you were wondering, sampling award-winning wines in a tasting room with a million-dollar view, picking your own fresh, organic cherries at a local farm and trying a dish you've never experienced before all fits in to a typical Osoyoos day.

Is your mouth watering yet? Well keep reading and learn about the growing, high-quality food scene in Osoyoos!