Wine and dine at The Bunkhouse, Kelowna

As Wine and Dine festival is going on in the Okanagan (only few days left..finishes on 4th Feb'07), I decided to take advantage of the opportunity and indulge myself in a sumptuous three course meal. There were quite a few options and making an appropriate choice was a little difficult. I sat in front of the computer with my husband for half an hour trying to find out the best deal. Ultimately we zeroed on Mahdinas since neither of us had tried it before and their wine and dine special menu looked tempting. Unfortunately when we called the place to make a reservation we realised that they are not open on Sunday evenings so we decided to go for 'The Bunkhouse Bar and Grill'. We were excited to go to The Bunkhouse because they had an interesting menu. The appetizer included grilled vegetable Bruschetta which was really yummy as it was seasoned with asiago cheese. Another appy that we ordered was Chicken wings which can be had in several different flavours like BBQ, teriyaki, honey and garlic, etc and the amount of wings...wow!! One thing that I didnt enjoy was their dessert but then again I don't prefer 'Brulee' as a dessert. The main entree included crusted half rack of lamb whose very sight was mouth watering and taste absolutely delicious. However, Restaurant was not at all busy and I wondered if Kelowna people actually drove all the way upto K.L.O road to visit that restaurant. My Husband,Manoj informed me that since the restuarant is attached with Orchards green golf course it really gets going in the summer especially during breakfast time. Satisfied with my dinner at 'The Bunkhouse' except for the dessert, I can't wait to try their breakfast.

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Enjoy Greek cuisine at "YAMAS" , Kelowna

Although I enjoy trying different foods, am not a big fan of Greek Cuisine. Still, I was excited to go to 'Yamas' , a popular Greek restaurant in Kelowna because my friend Michelle said that they have really good authentic Greek food and we were also going to meet some new girls. Basically, it was girls night out. As I entered the restaurant, it did not feel as if I have come to Greece but ambience was quite pleasant. Dim lights of the restaurant created that romantic effect which girls usually like. However, there is a lot of scope for improvement in the decor. Since I love Kalamari, I ordered pan-fried Kalamaris (I am a little health conscious) though you can have them deep fried too. Seasoned with lemon, small fresh cut onions and Greek spices my dish was simply irresistible. Souvlaki, Greek ribs, seafood and steak are some of the other dishes that one can enjoy. I heard other girls say that 'Yamas' offer buffet on weekdays which is worth a try. My friend said Greek salad was awesome. Located in downtown Kelowna on Ellis street, Yamas is one of the best Greek restaurant in the town. All in all my experience at 'Yamas' was pleasurable and not to mention I got an opportunity to make some new friends.

'Milestones', Kelowna

If you happen to get hungry while shopping in the Orchard park mall in Kelowna (one of the few good places to shop in Kelowna) and crave for some fine dining or casual lunch then Milestones is your best bet. Located by the mall, Milestones has some delicious food and nice ambiance. Try Chicken Thai drummettes (Drizzled with peanut sauce. Served with toasted sesame-cucumber mayonnaise) as an appetizer and you will end up saying "These are so good." The Main menu has a lot to offer from pizza, burgers, noodles to steak, pasta and portions are good enough to be shared by a couple(you won't be left hungry). In case you are still left hungry why not tempt your taste-buds with a slice of white chocolate cheesecake.

Fine dining at Bouchons Bistro, Kelowna

Are you fond of french cuisine? If yes, then your search for a fancy french restaurant will end at Bouchons Bistro. Bouchons is one of the best and finest dining places in Kelowna. It is a classic french style restaurant located in downtown Kelowna but the resturant is neither too old(opened in Kelowna in 2004) nor does it have much seating capacity. Although I am not a wine drinker, I could figure out that the restaurant has an impressive wine list. Also, the restaurant offers some really delicious food. The appetizer that I tried was country style duck rillettes with Madeira and fresh herbs which was unlike my taste. However, what I enjoyed eating was braised rabbit casserole in dijon mustard and tarragon. I definitely recommend trying out the rabbit dish but like me you might find the size of the serving a bit small. One thing I found interesting was that all entrees were being served with famous “pommes frites” (Belgian style fries). The specialities of the restaurant include some mouth watering duck dishes like duck confit glazed with honey and spices in old sherry sauce. So, if you want real french dining experience choose Bouchons Bistro but be careful as it might get a little expensive.

Dinner at Moxie's Classic Grill, Kelowna

Last night, I had a wonderful dinner with friends at Moxie's Classic Grill to celebrate the engagement of two of my good friends, Maizal and Lindsay. The choice of restaurant was obvious as Moxie's is centrally located and is one of the upbeat restaurants of Kelowna. Moxie's has a beautiful decor which is warm and luxurious at the same time. The restaurant is family friendly and includes a kids menu. I must say the food at Moxie's is quite sumptuous and you might have tough time deciding what to eat as there is wide variety of dishes. Although dinner at Moxie's is absolutely satisfying, you must save some appetite to enjoy their dessert which is an absolute delight. Whether you choose blackberry apple crisp or mocha Kahlua cheesecake you'll simple love it. However, my favourite is white chocolate brownie which is simply irresistible as it is made of white and dark chocolate folded into a white chocolate brownie, finished with french vanilla ice cream, real whipped cream, and warm chocolate sauce. All in all, Moxie's classic grill is a perfect place to meet friends after work or to have a fabulous dinner with family.

Happening Hangout "Kelly O' Brien's"

It was a chilly Friday evening and as I had been shopping for about two hours, I was a little hungry. Manoj, my husband suggested that we go and check out Kelly O'Brien's, one of the most happening hangouts in downtown Kelowna. As I entered the pub, it smelled like Lays' potato chips and since it was jam-packed we had to wait for about ten minutes before we were seated. I discovered that since this place is located close to the lake, has a rooftop patio, has variety of specials throughout the week and is not expensive that it has become one of the hot favourites of the locals. Servers dressed in Irish style kilts look pretty impressive. Kelly O'Briens claims that Pachos is their original invention. Believe me, they actually have the best Pacho's found anywhere in the world. You can also enjoy two appetizers for the price of one (after nine) and there is plenty to choose from. So, if you happen to be in Kelowna and crave for Irish-style food, head straight for Kelly O' Briens.

Here is the address :-
Kelly O'Briens Neighborhood Pub
262 Bernard Ave., Kelowna
Phone: (250)861-1338