2 weeks Ago By Marco Ovies
Fall is quickly approaching, and with it comes a plethora of cozy food and drink events. From cheese and meat festivals to autumn-themed afternoon teas, here are some can’t-miss fall events happening in and around Vancouver. Did we miss your favourite? Let us know in the comments.
Head over to Honey Salt for a multi-course meal curated by chef Johann Caner while a stunning Sea to Sky Art experience unfolds before your eyes courtesy of guest artist Ben Poechman. Premiere Package Guests will be able to take home an original art piece. September 26 6 pm Honey Salt — 39 Smithe Street, Vancouver Up in Smoke will showcase a curated selection of five never-to-be-seen-again bottles of peaty and smoky Scotch whiskies accompanied by food pairings, all at Skye Avenue, which has .
September 26 Expect a stylish cocktail and canapé soiree at this Vancouver restaurant’s anniversary party, alongside live entertainment, DJs, dancing, and, of course, plenty of tasty eats. September 29 Starts at 7 pm Chambar Restaurant — 568 Beatty Street, Vancouver Chef John Wesley from the newly anointed Michelin-star restaurant Kiln from the Bay Area will visit Published on Main for a collaborative dinner with Chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson. This multi-course dinner will showcase the chefs’ shared culinary approach, which leans Nordic, highlighting global flavours with fresh, local seasonal ingredients alongside fermentations and preserves.
September 29 6 pm Published on Main — 3593 Main Street, Vancouver The unique shopping and dining destination is constructed with customized shipping containers. It allows you to shop local artisans, treat yourself to plentiful food vendors and a bar, take in live entertainment, and much more. Best of all, Junction Public Market is free to visit! Tuesdays to Sundays until September 29, 2024, plus holiday Mondays 11 am to 7 pm Granville Square – 200 Granville Street, Vancouver Free Head over to Hawksworth for a special collaborative culinary experience with celebrated Canadian chef Ron McKinlay from Canoe restaurant in Toronto and chefs David Hawksworth, Sylvain Assie, and Marissa Gonzalez.
Standout dishes will include chef McKinlay’s Wild Mushroom Pithivier accompanied by sweetbreads, braised trotter, cauliflower, and chef Hawksworth’s West Coast mussels with halibut mousseline, farm spinach, and velouté. October 2 Hawksworth Restaurant — 801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver Vancouver’s take on the traditional Oktoberfest returns for a fun-filled weekend on October 4 and 5 at the PNE Forum. The eighth annual German-style beer festival features epic entertainment, delicious food, and lots and lots of beer.
October 4 and 5, 2024 6 to 11:30 pm PNE Forum — Starting at $30 for pre-sale general admission access. Purchase . Entering its 33rd year, the huge apple celebration gives attendees a chance to learn about apple diversity and taste several rare and peculiar varieties.
There will also be live entertainment, an apple and apple tree sale, and a food fair onsite. October 19 and 20, 2024 Various time slots from 11 am to 2 pm UBC Botanical Garden — 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver Early bird pricing is in effect until Monday, September 30. Children seven years and under can enter for free with a paying adult, though they must still register for a ticket.
Purchase Put on your stretchy pants for this good old-fashioned pie-eating contest sponsored by The Pie Hole. Two contests will determine who can eat the most pie, with the winner earning a $300 Metropolis at Metrotown gift card. October 19 11 am to 2 pm Metropolis at Metrotown Grand Court — 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby The fall festival, which will take place from November 1 to 21, 2024, is a self-guided tour of creative and Instagrammable limited-edition croissants from bakeries across Metro Vancouver.
This year will feature exciting gluten-free options and a . November 1 to 21 Participating vendors across Metro Vancouver The Shipyards heritage venue will host this gastronomic adventure, filled with the best in international and local cuisine. And it will feature all sorts of artisan foods and beverages, not just delicious meats and cheeses.
The Cheese and Meat Festival is all about indulging in the small plate, so be ready to discover dozens of vendors showcasing their finest products through elevated bites. November 2, 2024 Various tasting sessions The Pipe Shop – 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver Various prices; available Yes Shef returns to Vancouver on November 6 to celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in the food and beverage industry. Taking place in the Star Sapphire Ballroom of the Fairmont Pacific Rim, you’ll enjoy over 20 tasting stations (16 culinary stations and multiple beverage offerings) at this cocktail-style reception.
November 6, 2024 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm Fairmont Pacific Rim, Star Sapphire Ballroom — 1038 Canada Place, Vancouver is transforming Jack Poole Plaza into a huge German-style holiday event from November 13 to December 24. A popular holiday tradition for locals and visitors alike, the Vancouver Christmas Market features more than 90 huts of authentic German sweets, treats, and treasures. Plus, there are many festive activities and live entertainment to enjoy.
November 13 to December 24, 2024 Jack Poole Plaza – 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver Wednesdays to Sundays (and statutory Mondays) from September 5 to November 24 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm Notch8 — 900 W Georgia Street, Vancouver Fridays to Sundays now until October 14, 2024, plus holiday Mondays Various hours 8351 River Road, Richmond (near Bridgeport Station) Available onsite.
