Playing With Your Food...
on Vancouver Island
Producing our own food is the most fundamental way that we connect with the earth, and sharing a meal is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways that we come together as communities. In the upcoming weeks there will be some wonderful opportunities available across Vancouver Island to gather together and celebrate with food.
Whether you're an aspiring cook or a pumpkin-carving virtuoso...you'll find all kinds of inspiration here:
SOUTH ISLAND:
Food for Thought
Until Sunday October 9th in Colwood
This show is all about food - it's colours, textures and shapes Click for More »
Canning Workshop – Preserving your Harvest
Tue. September 27th in Victoria
Learn how to preserve fruit and vegetables to enjoy during the upcoming months! Click for More »
FEATURED EVENT!
Art of the Cocktail 2011
Sat. October 1st - Mon. October 3rd in Victoria
Art of the Cocktail opens the door to a world of elegant spirits:
great classics, the fresh trend, established players, niche bitters and
the artisan regional distillers. Click for More »
FEATURED EVENT!
The 13th Annual Salt Spring Island Apple Festival
Sun. October 2nd on Saltspring Island
Salt Spring Island, BC is Apple Heaven, growing over 350 varieties
of apples organically. Our Apple Festival is historical, educational
and fun, with tasting, tours, juice, baking and apples sales.
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The Chef Survival Challenge IV
Sun. October 2nd in Saanich
Watch some of the city's finest chefs go head to head through a very challenging obstacle course, including the infamous boat race to condiment island, haystack hurdles and much more! Click for More »
Food Security: It's in Our Hands
Tue. October 4th in Victoria
This will be an opportunity to network with others in Food
Security, to learn about and get involved with Transition Food Group.
Panel discussion "What steps can we take to be food secure?
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Galey Farms 2011 Pumpkinfest
Sat. Oct 8th - Sun. Oct 30th in Victoria
Pumpkinfest features live entertainment, face painting, kids games, hay rides, u-pick pumpkins, train rides, corn maze, playground, petting farm...and more! Click for More »
Wild Mushrooms – An Introductory Course for Adults
Thu. October 13th in Victoria
Features classes on Mushroom ID (with Shannon Berch), Edible Mushroom (with Bill Jones) and Mushroom Photography (with Rich Mably) Click for More »
Salt Spring Vineyards Annual Grape Stomp
Sat. October 15th on Saltspring Island
An afternoon of music, food and stomping good fun. Grape-stomping
competitions, special tastings and oysters. An event not to be missed!
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Molés & Adobos (Mexican Sauces)
Wed. October 19th in Victoria
Learn how to make five unique and traditional Mexican sauces!
Recipes include Molé Pablano, Molé Pipián, Adobo, Achiote and Al Pastor
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Crush: A Fine Wine Affair
Sun. October 16th in Victoria
A luscious gathering of fine people, fine food and fine wine in support of the Belfry Theatre.
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Gluten Free Recipes - Tasty & Fun!
Tue. October 18th in Victoria
Join Chef Sonja and discover some savoury and sweet recipes created without gluten.
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Candlelight Conservation Dinners 2011
Thu. October 27th across Vancouver Island
A Delicious Way to Save Energy! Click for More »
Enchanted Halloween at Heritage Acres
Fri. October 28th - Sun. October 30th in Saanich
For three days in Oct, Heritage Acres transforms into a Halloween wonderland accented by handcrafted lanterns, carved pumpkins, spooky décor, costumed performers, live music, + themed installations. Click for More »
Wild Mushroom Show
Sun. October 30th in Victoria
Discover the wacky and wonderful world of the mushrooms of Vancouver Island! Click for More »
Thai Cooking
Tue. November 1st in Victoria
Discover the wonderful aromatic flavours of Thailand in this exciting new cooking class with Chef Sonja! Click for More »
An evening with Urban Farmer Curtis Stone
Thu. November 10th in Victoria
Canadian urban farmer Curtis Stone will talk on how he produced
food for profit and in the 2011 growing season generated between
$1500-$3200 a week producing food in the city.
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Muse Winemaker's Dinner at Deep Cove Chalet
Sat. November 12th in Sidney
Fabulous gourmet fare paired with sumptuous Muse wines, this annual Winemaker's Dinner with Deep Cove Chalet's Chef Pierre Koffel is a gourmand's delight not to be missed. Click for More »
Traditional Mexican Dishes with Pasilla Pepper (Chile Poblano)
Wed. November 16th in Victoria
Learn how to use one of the most popular and versatile peppers grown in Mexico! Recipes include Chicken Tortilla Soup, Chile Relleno, Pasilla Pesto & Enchiladas de Pasilla. Click for More »
COWICHAN:
FEATURED EVENT!
Yellow Point Cranberries Reveal Day 2011
Sat. October 1st in Ladysmith
A unique British Columbian experience! Learn about the harvest, grab some fresh cranberries for Thanksgiving and taste all our products...new ones and old favourites! Click for More »
Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce 2011 Gourmet Gala
Sat. October 1st in Duncan
This year's event will showcase local food, wine and artisans. Come
enjoy the wares of local producers and artists who call the Cowichan
region home.
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Local Food Dinner at Deerholme Farm
Sat. October 1st in Duncan
Unique and local. We pick a theme and create a multi-course
tasting menu based on local products and global cooking styles.
You'll get the recipes, too!
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Preserve the Harvest Workshop Series
Tuesdays Sept 27, Octb4th and 11th in Duncan
Learn the basics to food preservation at the Cowichan Green
Community's (CGC) 3rd annual preservation workshop series "Preserve the
Harvest."
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Field to Table Thanksgiving Dinner
Sat. October 8th in Cobble Hill
Taste the local flavors that our island has to offer, and meet the artisans producing these fine products. Click for More »
Local Food Dinners at Deerholme Farm
Sat. October 22nd in Duncan
Unique and local. We pick a theme and create a multi-course
tasting menu based on local products and global cooking styles.
You'll get the recipes, too!
Click for More »
Candlelight Conservation Dinners 2011
Thu. October 27th across Vancouver Island
A Delicious Way to Save Energy! Click for More »
Murder Most Foul - Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Fri. October 28th in Chemainus
On a fall evening in 1900, island residents gather to hear about
plans for a new hospital in Chemainus. But a murder interrupts the
proceedings...
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2011 Salmon and Mushroom Festival
Sat. October 29th - Sun. October 30th at Lake Cowichan
Celebrate the wild edible treats of the Cowichan Valley--mushrooms and salmon, a perfect combination! Click for More »
Fall 2011 Wild Mushroom Workshop and Forage
Sat. October 29th and Sat. November 5th in Duncan
A fun day exploring the wild mushrooms of the Cowichan Valley. After a nice walk through beautiful and productive farmlands and forest we will turn to the farm for a unique and unforgetable sampling of local food. Click for More »
Local Food Dinner at Deerholme Farm
Sat. November 12th in Duncan
Unique and local. We pick a theme and create a multi-course
tasting menu based on local products and global cooking styles.
You'll get the recipes, too!
Click for More »
Sunrise Waldorf School's Annual Pumpkin Path
Mon. October 31st in Duncan
Looking for a Halloween alternative to trick-or-treating? Join us
for our Pumpkin Path. Open to the public, recommended for children up to
8 years old. NO masks or scary costumes permitted.
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CENTRAL ISLAND:
Italian Wine Steam Train
Sat. October 1st in Port Alberni
Celebrate this year's grape harvest with a celebration of italian lifestyle, featuring the best of Italian culture with music, food and wine. Click for More »
Harvest Dinner & Dance
Sat. October 1st in Cedar
Fresh Local Food from our Local Farmers! Fresh Local Musicians featuring "Sonny & Honey"! Come and Join us in a Harvest Dinner and Dance. Loads of Fun for Everyone! Click for More »
PICNIC IN THE PARK: A Picnic for the Soul!
Sun. October 2nd in Nanaimo
This event is planned as an old fashion picnic for the soul, to bring many cultural groups and families together in celebrating the many contributions our different cultures bring to the community. Click for More »
FUAL Information and Discussion Panel
Sun. October 2nd - Mon. October 3rd in Lantzville
FUAL finishes our information series about urban agriculture with a
panel discussion with renowned local experts; Dr. Arthur Bomke, Janine
De La Salle, Louise Negrave, and Dr. Jenny Horne.
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Parksville After 5 Club Dinner and Program
Wed. October 5th in Parksville
Parksville After 5 Club invites ladies to a program of music,
feature presentation and guest speaker and dinner at the Pavilion,
Morningstar Golf Club.
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Pasta Night Dinner
Fri. October 7th & November 4th in Nanoose
Pasta Night is back! Have your dinner created right before you eyes. Choose your pasta and sauce. Reservations recommended and this event often sells out. Click for More »
Dinner by Donation for New Emergency Expansion
Sat. October 8th in Nanaimo
We are hosting a dinner by donation with all the proceeds going to the expansion of the emergency department at NRGH! Click for More »
Raw Food 101
Sat. October 8th in Nanaimo
Learn, create an organic living meal, and share it all, create contacts, and like minded humans in your area! Click for More »
Let's Eat Local
Wed. October 12th in Parksville
Come and meet the people who grow and make our food. Farmers and
food producers from throughout the Oceanside will present and showcase
their products and share what they do.
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FEATURED EVENT!
The Nanaimo Pumpkin Festival 2011
Sun. October 16th in Nanaimo
From the Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off to shopping the Farmer's Market...there's fun for the whole family at the Nanaimo Pumpkin Festival! Click for More »
Fall Wine Steam Train
Thu. October 20th in Port Alberni
What's a great way to celebrate Fall? Why...a Fall Wine Steam Train of course. Click for More »
The 19th Annual Bite of Nanaimo
Fri. October 21st in Nanaimo
A culinary feast celebrating the best of the city's restaurants. TheatreOne's biggest fundraiser of the year! Click for More »
Candlelight Conservation Dinners 2011
Thu. October 27th across Vancouver Island
A Delicious Way to Save Energy! Click for More »
NORTH ISLAND:
Blackberries, Apples & Bears
Sat. October 1st in Cumberland
This Mountain Village Style Fall Fair will feature interactive workshops, films, kids activities, walking tours, information focused on heritage food growing, harvesting and processing, hands-on apple arts and crafts, Bear Awareness, an edible wild plants tour and more. Click for More »
Candlelight Conservation Dinners 2011
Thu. October 27th across Vancouver Island
A Delicious Way to Save Energy! Click for More »
Pumpkin Carving Contest and Dock Clean Up
Sun. October 30th at Fanny Bay
UB Diving will be hosting an Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest. All Divers welcome. We will also be doing a Dock Clean up. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Canadian Cancer Society. Click for More »
Port Hardy Pumpkin Patch Walk
Tue. November 1st in Port Hardy
Enter the pumpkin patch at your own risk! Spooky sights and sounds abound along the sea walk. Click for More »
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