Our goal is simple, to create a community-based, refined restaurant experience in beautiful Penticton, BC.
Our Why
Some of our fondest memories are those created with family and friends (Kin & Folk) surrounded by delicious food while celebrating any occasion worth getting together. Kin & Folk, a refined neighborhood restaurant is focused on bringing its community together to connect, celebrate and indulge.
Our Food
Driven by his heritage, chef has created a menu with asian flavours at its core. He draws inspiration from global cuisines, contemporary techniques, fresh ingredients and local producers to create a truly unique experience.
Our Cocktails
Our drink menu features a list of carefully crafted and exciting cocktails that are influenced by the classics with a cheeky spin! Each cocktail uses a combination of traditional, unique, local and fresh ingredients meant to intrigue and delight, sip after sip.
Meet the Team
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“I love to create memorable experiences. I always have. Even as a little kid, I would look for small ways to make everyday activities special. I was the kid who put the vase of dandelions on the picnic table, asked my mom if we could use the “good” dishes and, to be honest, got a little excited when the candles came out. And if there was actually something to celebrate, you couldn’t hold me back. Decorations, name cards, menu suggestions – I loved the planning and organizing! (Or maybe I have an uncontrollable urge to be in charge.)
I started working in the restaurant industry when I was 15. I liked the energy, the challenge, and I liked being part of a team. Still do. And now I also like to grow people, to set them up for success and make them better at what they do. It’s a huge part of the business of creating memorable experiences. My goal with this restaurant is to do that on a daily basis; to create a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere where people can share great food. Sharing food creates connection and community – it’s important. The little kid with the dandelions knew that all along.”
- Mack Davis
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“When I look back on my life and think about what food and cooking means to me, without hesitation, I would say that it is through food and cooking that I am best able to express myself. Cooking is how I share and connect. I believe I got this from my father. He wasn’t around a lot when I was growing up. I didn’t play catch with my dad or go fishing with him. We hung out together in the kitchen as I watched him, and sometimes got to help him, cook meals for our family. Some of my fondest memories are the times when my dad would come home late from work and cook himself a late dinner while talking with me about the day’s events. My dad connected with us best through his food. We all knew that if my dad was cooking a big meal, the whole family was coming over. It was his thing. Over the years, I have taken over this role and have found that I too connect with others through my cooking. The kitchen is where I share my enthusiasm. It’s where I feel most comfortable. I love how the excitement around food brings people together!
I’ve been in the restaurant industry my whole working life, following someone else’s menu, executing someone else’s plan, fulfilling someone else’s dream. Kin & Folk is my opportunity to invite people to celebrate each other over my food, and to share my joy and excitement through ingredients that have inspired me. With the sharing of food, we make new friends, find new love, and count our blessings. I want to be a part of that story.”
- Zachary Chan
