Orofino Winery presents 1.6 Mile fundraiser dinner

Similkameen winery creates a "True Farm to Plate Experience" for a good cause

The following notice comes from our friends John and Virginia Weber at the fabulous Orofino Winery…

A unique event celebrates the beauty of the Similkameen Valley in all her forms. The evening will consist of a five course meal using only the best foods provided by artisan producers from within a 1.6 mile radius of Orofino Winery. Each course will be expertly crafted by chefs Cameron Smith and Dana Ewart, owners of the highly regarded Joy Road Catering Company. Delectable surprises, unique produce and world-class flavours will be paired with Orofino`s best wines.

Please join us in our beautiful winery courtyard for an enchanted evening of fine dining, remarkable wine, and good company!

THE DETAILS:

Date: Saturday, July 28th (note the event will only be held on one evening this year!)

Time: Bubbly and canapés at 5:30. Dinner to follow.

Tickets: $140 per person.

Contact Orofino at (250) 499-0068 or orofino@nethop.net for reservations

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS: Bus transportation will be available from both Penticton (40 min.) and Osoyoos (30 min.) this year. Price per round trip ticket is only $25!!!   Its sooo easy and was a very popular option last year!

For Kelowna residents, a transportation option is possible. Please contact us for all of the details.

ACCOMODATION OPTIONS: An excellent option is to stay at Watermark Beach Resort in nearby Osoyoos. We are partnering with them to offer preferred rates on one and two bedroom units. Please call the resort to book. Be sure to mention Orofino’s 1.6 Mile dinner to get the preferred rate.  

There are a few local options as well. Please call to get some details.

This event raises funds for the Cawston Community Kobau Park. A silent auction will be held on the evening of the 1.6 Mile Dinner with all proceeds going to the park.

Author

  • Stacey Fruin is a passionate B.C. wine explorer, road‑trip enthusiast, and co‑founder of BC Wine Lover. A devoted cyclist and proud booster of the province’s wine community, she has tackled major charity rides including the Ride to Conquer Cancer and the Bicycle Trek for Life. When she’s not discovering new wineries or planning her next culinary creation, Stacey can be found enjoying life in Vancouver with her husband Mike and daughter Sophie. Beyond her wine adventures, she is also the co‑author of the leading guide to basic B.C. company law.