A PLACE IN TIME FOR ALL TIME.
The Nk’Mip Cellars were designed by Robert MacKenzie, a Penticton-based architect with a passion for celebrating the Okanagan character and advancing sustainable practices. The Cellars are as much about the people who visit and tour it as the building itself, offering a memorable and pleasurable experience that provides a powerful insight into our way of life. Nestled in our vineyard overlooking the town of Osoyoos, the Cellars include a world-class restaurant offering a locally sourced and lavishly prepared menu enjoyed on our expansive patio and enhanced by spectacular views of the lake and surrounding hills.
WINESHOP TASTINGS
Nk’Mip Cellars is the first Indigenous-owned and-operated winery in North America. Explore our heritage and our commitment to making quality VQA wines by enjoying a selection of wines from our Winemaker’s Series and our premium Qwam Qwmt (which translates to “achieving excellence”) reserve.
Our distinctive wineshop is open for your enjoyment daily. Take your time and browse our unique selection of local Indigenous artisan merchandise and wine-and food-related products.
MAIN TASTING BAR:
Tastings at our main tasting bar are available on a first come first serve basis.
Sample a flight of four of Nk’Mip Cellars’ award winning wines (tasting fee non-redeemable). Choose from one of our available wine flights:
Storytellers Flight: $5 per person
Qwam Qwmt Flight: $15 per person
Groups of 8 or more guests require reservations and all larger groups are recommeded to inquire about private group tastings.
BLIND CHEESE & WINE EXPERIENCE:
$25 per person
May 1st - Sep 30th: 12:30pm-3:00pm Daily
Test your abilities with this blind cheese & wine tasting experience of four Nk’Mip Cellars wines paired with some amazing BC cheeses.
Reservations Required
THREE SISTERS PAIRING EXPERIENCE:
May 1st - September 30th - 11:00am & 4:00pm
Starting October 2nd - November 1st, 2026 - 1:00pm Fri-Sun
$35 per person
Join us for a unique 30-minute seated tasting, celebrating the legend of the Three Sisters—Corn, Bean, and Squash—which symbolize harmony, support, and nourishment. Experience the art of food and wine pairing with 3 of Nk’Mip Cellars’ award-winning wines, each thoughtfully paired with a canapé representing one of the Three Sisters.
This vegetarian experience highlights the connection between Indigenous tradition, food, and wine.
Please note: Due to the nature of this pairing, dietary requests cannot be accommodated.
Reservations Required
SIP & SOUPS PAIRING EXPERIENCE
Reservations required
Starting Oct 2nd - Nov 1st, 2026
11:00am: Friday-Sunday
$25 per person
Join us this fall and learn more about the art of food & wine pairing with this guided experience. Join us at the winery where you will enjoy three Nk’Mip Cellars wines paired with three sample size portions of Chef Shawn Cheers homemade soups.
FOUR FOOD CHIEFS WINE & FOOD PAIRING EXPERIENCE
Reservations required
Starting Oct 2nd- Nov 1st, 2026
3:00pm: Friday - Sunday
$45 per person
The Four Food Chiefs; Bear, Salmon, Bitterroot and Saskatoon berry, represent the key elements of Indigenous Cuisine. Discover the Legend of the Four Food Chiefs and experience the art of food and wine pairing with Nk’Mip Cellars award-winning wines and specially prepared Four Food Chief inspired food bites.
Due to the nature of this pairing experience, dietary requests are not able to be accommodated.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Wine Shop & Tasting Room*
Daily -10:00am-6:00pm
*Last tastings 30 minutes prior to store closing
At Nk’Mip Cellars, North America’s first indigenous winery, we are proud to introduce Sweetgrass, our new winery restaurant that celebrates the rich heritage and traditions of our people.
Sweetgrass, a sacred plant in indigenous culture, symbolizes healing, peace, and spirituality. Our restaurant embodies these values, offering a dining experience that honors our ancestral roots while featuring a diverse menu inspired by both indigenous and contemporary cuisine.
Join us at Sweetgrass, where every meal is a journey through our heritage, crafted with respect for our land, local ingredients and connection to our cultural traditions.
We are pleased to serve lunch on the Sweetgrass patio daily Spring, Summer and Fall and in our indoor Knowledge Keepers Lounge in the Winter.
As patio service is outdoors only; outdoor seating is weather permitting. If the weather is inclement we have limited seating available in our indoor Knowledge Keeper's Lounge.
HOURS OF OPERATION
KNOWLEDGE KEEPERS LOUNGE LUNCH
11:00am - 3:30pm - Daily
Join us this fall and winter in our Knowledge Keepers Lounge and enjoy our special seasonal lunch offerings daily until December 19th, 2026.
Reservations accepted in advance. Same day reservations and walk ins accepted, based on table availability, on a first come first serve basis.
Please note our Knowledge Keepers Lounge is indoors with limited seating available so reservations are recommended.
SWEETGRASS TEST KITCHEN
Starting September 24th, 2026
6pm - Every Second Thursday
Starting @ $35 per person
Be part of the creative process for Sweetgrass @ Nk’Mip Cellars. Join us every second Thursday starting September 24th as we test new dishes for next season’s menu. Featuring a selection of newly inspired offerings each session, join us to taste it, tell us what you think and vote for your favorites. Your feedback could help shape what lands on next season’s menu!
Sep 24th - Pizza
Oct 8th - Starters/Shareables
Oct 22nd - Entrees
Nov 5th - Desserts
Limited seating available. Reservations required.
For more information, please email us.
SWEETGRASS AFTER DARK: HARVEST HAUNT
Friday October 30th, 2026 - 6:00pm
Reservations required: $55 per person (plus taxes)
An adults-only Halloween evening of bold flavours, exceptional wines, and eerie elegance. Enjoy a welcome beverage to accompany a themed selection of canapes and small bites from Chef Shawn Cheer while enjoying live music in a spookily transformed winery setting.
Additional food & beverage available for purchase throughout the evening. Prizes for best costume.
PRIVATE EVENTS
We are pleased to offer a range of tours, tasting, and private dining options.
For more information, please email us.
