If you’re not looking for a full on wine tour but still want try some of the Okanagan’s wines, you need to check out Grate Cheesery. They’re a local cheese monger shop with everything you need to craft your perfect charcuterie board or fondue night. If you’re not looking to do any work, they have options available for dine in, including their wine & cheese flights!
What to Expect
Located at 462 West Ave in Pandosy Village, Mirjana the owner is usually the one manning the front. She’ll greet you and help you pick out some cheeses for your boards at home and show you all the local goodies she’s stocked her shop with. She is seriously the sweetest lady I’ve ever met and I promise you are in great hands! She invited us to try out their wine & cheese flights, which had 3 sets of paired tastings.
Flights cost $35 and include 2oz pours of white, rose, and red wine, cheeses, and nibbles like nuts and chocolate. This is a great way to not only try local wines, but also different cheeses from around the world. I’ve never liked blue cheese, but in this pairing I got to appreciate the saltiness and enjoy it with its accompaniments. Reservations are not required, but the shop is small. If you plan on bringing a group larger than 2 I would suggest calling in to reserve.
They host fondue nights on Friday and Saturday night, private functions, and can even create your charcuterie boards for takeaway. Aside from cheese they also have a ton of local finds including pies, candy, crackers, and other fun things to add to your boards.
Final Thoughts
This is a cozy experience I recommend to everyone asking for something new to check out in the colder months. When we went it was raining out, which honestly made the vibe better. It was a great way to catch up with friends and try something new.
As always I hope you’re having the best time Discovering Kelowna 🧀
