The Cozy Café + Bar has opened their second location at 567 Bernard Avenue in the former 350 Bakery location. Their first location was opened in West Kelowna at 2430 Main Street. Owned and operated by Raj Oberoi, the restaurant is open seven days a week until 3:00 p.m. for breakfast and lunch from 8:00 a.m. Monday to Friday and 7:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Chef Sirjan Kaur has created a menu of classic breakfasts, benedict’s, skillets, French toast, omelet’s, avocado toast and combos. There is also a good variety of pancakes, waffles and crepes, along with a kids menu. For lunch enjoy start + share, salads, burgers, feature bowls, wraps, fish & chips, sandwiches, entrees and signature dishes. I had the classic breakfast, and Chris sampled the Mexican skillet which he said was delicious with a generous portion. The Cozy Café offers all day breakfast and lunch, so if you like lunch for breakfast and breakfast for lunch, that’s just fine. The restaurant offers specialty coffee, cold brew, smoothies and is licensed. Check out their Facebook page.
Derrick’s Steakhouse is located in the beautiful restored 1914-era brick building at 1560 Water Street in downtown Kelowna. The restaurant is a classic steakhouse with a modern flair offering a sophisticated twist on the traditional steakhouse experience. Founded and operated by Ross Derrick, the restaurant presents an unparalleled culinary journey featuring the finest hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood and succulent chicken for those seeking variety. They showcase the latest cooking techniques that is complemented by an extensive wine list and inspiring cocktails. Now, Derrick’s has more to offer, with two fully private dining rooms that they use for small gatherings. One of the rooms seats up to ten people and other room seats up to 32, both being completely private. These rooms work well for all types of meetings, a client dinner, birthday celebrations, wedding rehearsal dinners or small wedding receptions when your own space is required. Derrick’s can offer full sit-down plate service meals, or if you would like to elevate the evening, they offer butler-style service. You will have an incredible experience at Derricks. From the lighting to linens, all is intentionally curated to elevate your special visit. Open daily 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with Sunday brunch from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. derrickssteakhouse.ca or reserve on Open Table.
Founded and organized by Chris Bingham, Design Day for Good 6 returns to UBC Okanagan on Saturday, March 14, bringing together creative professionals, students and non-profit organizations for a focused day of collaboration with real community impact. The event pairs selected local charitable non-profits with their own teams of designers, writers, and marketers to create practical, ready-to-use design assets and marketing support that help non-profits show up more clearly and confidently in the community. The initiative offers a high-impact opportunity for charitable non-profits to strengthen their visual impact while giving students meaningful, real-world experience alongside seasoned creative professionals from across Canada and beyond. They are still looking for design professionals, student volunteers, and sponsors to join them for the day for this sixth edition of the event. Chris Bingham CDP is the owner/operator and Principal Designer at Cyan Bold Design. If you can help contact chris@cyanbolddesign.com.
Okanagan Master Gardeners is hosting Kelowna Seedy Sunday to get a head start on Spring, on Sunday, March 8th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Parkinson Rec Centre. They will be offering workshops for adults and activities for children, all for no charge. The volunteers will be running the Master Gardener Seed Swap table and invite everyone to participate, whether you have seeds to trade or not. Meet local gardening organization, organic and heirloom seed growers and a whole host of gardening related products and information. Parkinson Rec Center will be full, indoors and out, with vendors and exhibitors plus a whole host of Okanagan Master gardeners to get you started in the 2026 growing season. Check out their Facebook page or contact them at kelownaseedysunday@gmail.com
Kelowna Hyundai, part of the Kot Auto Group, has been recognized with the Hyundai President’s Award for the eighth time, which places the dealership among the top Hyundai retailers in Canada. The recognition highlights not only strong operational performance, but also the dealerships culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement. John Kot is the President of Kelowna Hyundai.
The Greater Westside Board of Trade is hosting Business After Hours on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 at Scotiabank. The 24th Annual Key Business Awards Presentation and Dinner presented by Coast Capital is Thursday, February 26th, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, West Kelowna. Registration and tickets both at www.gwboardoftrade
The countdown to the Central Okanagan Hospice Association (COHA) BC Proud: The Bucket List Adventure Raffle is on. Ticket sales close Thursday, February 19th at 3:00 p.m. with the draw taking place Friday, February 20th. First prize is an all-inclusive 8-day luxury expedition for two to Haida Gwaii, valued at $30,000 and the second prize is $25,000 giving you the freedom to check off a bucket list goal. Tickets on-line only at cohabucketlistraffle.com
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, February 24th, 2026 which is the next Forget Me Not Café at Christ Lutheran Church, 2091 Gordon Drive from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at $5 per person. This month’s theme will be St. Patrick’s Day with chair yoga, lunch, and arts and crafts activities. This is a friendly café welcoming those with dementia and their family and caregiver. Norma Frick is a Christ Lutheran Café volunteer. Pre-register at 250-860-2447 or celc@tlus.net.
The Greater Westside Board of Trade has announced its finalists for the 2025 Key Business Awards. The finalists are LIPS, Moonhorse Dance Theatre and Music in the Park (Arts & Entertainment); United Way B.C. Southern Interior, Village at Smith Creek, Rotary Club of West Kelowna (Community & Public Service); Catherine MacGillivray, Shine Therapy Services, Daniel Black, Jim’s Mowing, Karlee Smith, The Floral Garage (Young Entrepreneur); Habitat for Humanity, Off the Grid Organic Winery, Rad Jam/Rad Relish (Environmentally Sustainable Business); The Floral Garage, Wolf Creek Window and Door Solutions (Home Based Business); Barry Beecroft Fuel Distributors, Class of West K, Fireside Minerals (Large Business); Doubletree by Hilton West Kelowna, Howdy Partner, Pearl and Fern (New Business); 4 Eye’s Optometry, Dax’s Mobile Doug Grooming, Valley First (Platinum Service Provider); Blue Lime Property Maintenance, Two Donkeys Bakery, Valley Glass (Small Business Award); Qualo, SkyFire Energy, West Kelowna Technology (Technology & Innovation); Two Eagles Golf Course (Indigenous Business); La Casa Market, Modest Butcher, The Cove Lakeside Resort (Tourism & Hospitality). The Awards Gala is Thursday, February 26th, 2026 at the Doubletree by Hilton West Kelowna. Tickets www.gwboardoftrade.com
During Heritage Week, February 16th to 22nd , and to support the Central Okanagan Heritage Society (COHS), there is a unique event taking place at the OK Corral at 1978 Kirschner Road, on Friday, February 20th, 2026. All cover charges are going to COHS with doors opening at 9:00 p.m. There will be a Heritage inspired drink feature, door prizes, and giveaways from COHS for upcoming local tours and events. Come for the evening or stop in for a quick dance to show your support.
Freedom’s Door was one of the charities of Candy Cane Lane who took their residents on a drive-by to see the beautiful lights and bring cheer during the Christmas season. In addition, the volunteers of Candy Cane Lane dropped off two truckloads of groceries to Freedom’s Door from their donation box. Freedom’s Door is a recovery home for men struggling with addiction and or mental health issues and has operated in Kelowna since 2002. With the opening of a new home in January there will be 114 men seeking recovery healing at Freedom’s Door. The residents of Candy Cane Lane volunteer and put in a tremendous amount of work each year to bring thousands of residents a joyful experience. It is thrilling to drive through the area enjoying awesome displays and Freedom’s Door enjoy the benefit of Candy Cane Lane donations.
The Women’s Shed is hosting their first workshop of 2026. This year, using power tools to create their projects makes focusing on safety an ultimate must. They are offering beginner work training and training using saws, which allows entry into future workshops. Register in the workshop, learn about saws, build a carry crate on February 15th, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lee Valley for $35. All supplies and tools included with no experience necessary. Register at kelownawomenshed@gmail.com
You might be interested in this video if you know Don Burnett. Gerry Deshayes just finished a video of Don Burnett, when he was playing drums for the Rebounds in 1965 when he was sixteen. There are some interesting scenes that Gerry generated of Kelowna back then. https://youtu.be/M_hfom3xkU4
Birthdays of the week – Birthdays of the week – Jim Stuart (Feb. 11); Kasha Lanyon (Feb. 11); Tim Light (Feb. 11); Marshall Jones (Feb. 11); Dave Lange (Feb. 11); Nikki Csek (Feb. 12); Elena Tostenson (Feb. 12); Bruno Curatolo (Feb. 12); Laurie Gaymer (Feb. 13); Jason Guyitt (Feb. 13); Buck LaRoche (Feb. 13); Jim Laing (Feb. 13); Todd Cashin (Feb. 13); John Kilpatrick (Feb. 13); Dave Glendinning (Feb. 13); Mike Culos (Feb. 14); Irene Wangler (Feb. 14); Rob Tornberg (Feb. 14); Corie Griffiths (Feb. 14); Emily Matotek (Feb. 14); Ana Kraljevic (Feb. 14); Jacqueline Gelineau (Feb. 14); Gary Kreller (Feb. 15); Pam Nease (Feb. 15); Dennis Williams (Feb. 15); Ivy Le (Feb. 15); Evelyn Carlson (Feb. 15); Seymour Zidle (Feb. 16); Rob Siddon (Feb. 16); Bill Cook (Feb. 17); Phil Patara (Feb. 17);
The Specialty Bakery Birthday Cake Winner of the Week is Laurie Gaymer. Laurie, please pick up your Birthday Cake from any one of the four Specialty Bakery locations by Tuesday, February 17/2026.
Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna City Councillor and local hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546 or 250-862-7662. E-mail max@maxinedehart.ca
