08/28/2026
Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Nicole from Cantina Del Centro Kelowna, winner of our 2025 Okanagan’s Finest: Bartending Excellence Award!
As Bar Manager at Cantina, Nicole leads beverage direction and training while bringing plenty of creativity and personality to the bar. Her drink of choice? A Naked and Famous, or anything with a little whimsy and a hint of nostalgia. When it comes to food, she’s a self-proclaimed soup lover (ramen, specifically), but at Cantina, it’s the Baja shrimp tacos—without hesitation.
Nicole describes Cantina as a fun, vibrant restaurant built for everyone, with a backbar featuring an impressive collection of both popular and rare agave spirits. Inspired by the flavours of Mexico, it’s a place to let your shoulders down, enjoy great food, and, according to Nicole, get the best marg in town!