Taste Around South Okanagan returns from January 21 to February 8, 2026, bringing with it one of the region’s most anticipated culinary events. For food lovers planning a winter getaway around this dining celebration, where you stay matters just as much as where you eat.
Watermark Beach Resort offers lakeside suites in the heart of Osoyoos, on-site Taste Around highlight 15 Park Bistro and easy access to other participating restaurants across the South Okanagan. It is the kind of home base that turns a dinner reservation into a proper food-focused getaway.
A South Okanagan Foodie Event To Attend!
Taste Around South Okanagan is a winter dining event centred on making dinner experiences more accessible while showcasing the region’s diverse restaurant scene. Participating restaurants offer curated prix fixe dinner menus that highlight signature dishes, seasonal flavours, and chef-driven creativity at approachable price points.
South Okanagan Taste Around 2026 – Dinner
- Runs from January 21 to February 8, 2026
- Part of the provincewide Taste Around BC Dinner Series
- Features restaurants across the South Okanagan, including Osoyoos, Penticton, Oliver, and surrounding communities
- Participating venues offer prix fixe dinner menus, most commonly three course formats
- Pricing typically ranges from $25 to $70 per person
- Menus may feature regular favourites, seasonal dishes or limited time offerings
- Designed to encourage diners to enjoy sit down dinners at a good rate while exploring new or familiar restaurants
Taste Around BC is a year-round celebration of the province’s culinary culture, with winter highlighting cozy dinner menus followed by events featuring patios, happy hour and brunch throughout the rest of the year.
For the full list of participating restaurants and current menu details, visit the official Taste Around website.
Visit 15 Park Bistro For Taste Around 2026
Do not miss Taste Around 2026 at 15 Park, the on-site restaurant at Watermark Beach Resort. Known for its dedication to fresh ingredients and classic dishes with a creative twist, 15 Park is a highlight of the event for guests staying at the resort.
The chef-led approach focuses on seasonal flavours and thoughtful preparation, making it an ideal first or final reservation during your Taste Around stay. For resort guests, it offers the convenience of an exceptional dining experience just steps from your suite.
15 Park Bistro’s Taste Around 2026 Menu
Three Course Dinner | $50 per person Served from 4 pm to 9 pm daily. Available for dine-in only.
Add a Wine Pairing to Each Course | $30
First Course – Select One:
- Chef’s Daily Soup Creation – Please ask your server about today’s soup
Pairing: Daily BC Wine Feature 3oz - Shrimp Gyoza (4) – Chili Lime Mayo, Soy Sesame Sauce, Green Onion
Pairing: NV Stoneboat Vineyards Piano Brut 3oz - Chicken Drumettes (6) – Soy Sesame Glaze, Green Onion, Cilantro Crème Fraîche
Pairing: 2023 Le Vieux Pin Vaila 3oz
Second Course – Select One:
- Beef Bourguignon (DF, GFA): Grass-fed Beef Tenderloin, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions, Winter Vegetables, Sourdough Toast
Pairing: 2022 Corcelettes Syrah 3oz - Chicken Tikka Masala (GFA): Basmati Rice, Cucumber Raita, Buttered Naan
Pairing: 2023 Foolish Wines Gewurztraminer 3oz - BC Squash & Ratatouille Bake (V, GF): Butternut Squash, Vegetable Ratatouille, Goat Cheese, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Pairing: 2022 Kismet Estate Winery Pinot Gris 3oz
Third Course – Select One:
- Baked Vanilla Cheesecake: Poached Pear, Fall Spiced Apple Compote
Pairing: 2021 Blasted Church Botrytis Affected Riesling 1oz - Double Chocolate Brownie: Torched Italian Meringue, Caramel, Graham Crumb
Pairing: NV Nostalgia Cherry Port Style Wine 1oz
Three Course Lunch | $35 per person Served from 11 am to 4 pm daily. Available for dine-in only.
Add a Wine Pairing to Each Course | $27
First Course – Select One:
- Chef’s Daily Soup Creation – Please ask your server about today’s soup
Pairing: Daily BC Wine Feature 3oz - Shrimp Gyoza (4) – Chili Lime Mayo, Soy Sesame Sauce, Green Onion
Pairing: NV Stoneboat Vineyards Piano Brut 3oz
Second Course – Select One:
- Tres Tacos (DF) – Select One: Pulled Chicken, Shredded Beef or Shrimp, Flour Tortilla, Cabbage Slaw, Pico De Gallo, Ancho Chili Mayo, Cilantro, Lime
Pairing: 2022 Corcelettes Merlot 3oz - Heart Healthy Vegetarian Wrap (V, GFA, DFA) – Roasted Peppers, Zucchini, Onions, Wild Harvest Mushrooms, Tomato, Arugula, Garlic Hummus, Flour Tortilla
Pairing: 2023 Blasted Church Viognier 3oz - Shepherd’s Pie – Canadian Beef, Root Vegetables, Pomme Purée, Served with Tuscan Green Salad
Pairing: 2023 Hester Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 3oz
Third Course – Select One:
- Baked Vanilla Cheesecake – Poached Pear, Fall Spiced Apple Compote
Pairing: 2021 Blasted Church Botrytis Affected Riesling 1oz - Double Chocolate Brownie – Torched Italian Meringue, Caramel, Graham Crumb
Pairing: NV Nostalgia Cherry Port Style Wine 1oz
GF: Gluten Free | GFA: Gluten Free Available | V: Vegetarian | VG: Vegan | DFA: Dairy Free Available Prices do not include tax or gratuity. Menu offerings subject to change.
Where To Stay In The South Okanagan For Taste Around
Winter is the ideal time for this kind of getaway. Dining rooms are quieter, reservations are easier to secure and the pace feels unhurried. Without the summer crowds, meals stretch a little longer and service feels more personal. It is a different rhythm entirely.
Turning Taste Around into a multi-day getaway makes the experience feel unrushed and well balanced. With participating restaurants spread across Penticton, Summerland and Osoyoos, staying at Watermark creates a comfortable home base while exploring the region’s dining scene. Plan lunches and dinners with time to enjoy each stop, savour a glass of wine and linger over dessert before returning to a spacious suite on Osoyoos Lake. This is the kind of weekend Taste Around was made for.
Taste Around Getaway Frequently Asked Questions
How many days is ideal for a Taste Around focused getaway in the South Okanagan?
Two to three nights hits the sweet spot. That gives you time to book multiple reservations without feeling like you are racing from meal to meal. You can sleep in, take a morning walk along the lake or head out for a snowshoe before your next dinner. One night never feels like enough.
What makes winter dining in the South Okanagan different from peak season?
Honestly, it is easier. Restaurants that have two-hour waits in August are suddenly available. Parking is not a battle. The whole valley feels calmer. Some local wineries stay open for tastings, so you can still do a wine tour without the summer crowds. And when you sit down to dinner, you are not shouting over the table because the patio is packed.
Plan Your Taste Around Stay At Watermark Beach Resort
Watermark Beach Resort brings together lakeside suites, on site dining and a central Osoyoos location, making it the ideal base for Taste Around South Okanagan 2026. After an evening of chef-driven menus and local wine pairings, guests return to spacious accommodations designed for comfort and relaxation.
For travellers who build their getaways around great food, Taste Around paired with a stay at Watermark offers the best of both. Good meals, a comfortable place to rest and no reason to rush through any of it.
Reserve your spot at 15 Park and start planning your Taste Around weekend.
