Comox By The Sea Shellfish and Seafood Industry Celebration

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Saturday, June 21st, 2014
12:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Celebrate the touch, tastes, and sounds of BC�s best shellfish and seafood products presented by innovative producers and renowned chefs at this stunning oceanside venue at the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park. Learn how to prepare seafood dishes at fun chef demonstrations and taste the creative and diverse shellfish and seafood items at the tasting booths, while interacting with the world class producers. Witness the battle for the title of Best Oyster Shucker in BC, and the Best Chowder Competition. Experience interactive displays including live touch tanks and educational booths that provide insights into the science and importance of the aquaculture industry from a wide range of businesses, educational institutions and suppliers. Enjoy live music featuring Sue Medley and the Back Road Band while tasting our local wines and relaxing in the beer garden.

FUNDRAISER: The event is a fundraiser for the exciting, new training initiative called the Aquaculture Technician Program, at North Island College, which supports a holistic approach to aquaculture training ... from species to systems.

Cooking Demonstrations with Celebrity Chefs
Watch and learn from the best! Nathan Fong, currently celebrating his 24th year on Global BCTV News with his �Saturday Chefs�, is confirmed to head-up the chef line-up this year, and will be on hand with other renowned chefs including Quang Dang, West Restaurant, David Sider, Wickaninnish Inn, and Aaron Rail, Executive Chef in the Comox Valley.

Celebrity Chefs and Judges:
Nathan Fong, Global BCTV News "Saturday Chefs"
Quang Dang, West Restaurant
David Sider, Wickaninnish Inn
Aaron Rail, White Whale Public House (opening July 1, 2014)
Don Genova, Food Columnist on CBC Radio's All Points West, and author of Food Artisans of Vancouver and the Gulf Islands.
Cinda Chavich, Food Columnist, Boulevard Magazine

Shellfish & Seafood Tastings
Sample the best of British Columbia�s award-winning shellfish and seafood producers! Tickets are $1 each and can be purchase at the event or in advance online.

Shellfish and Seafood Tastings
Salish Seafoods
Macs Oysters
Island Scallops
Fanny Bay Oysters
BC Salmon Farmers Association
Billy D's Pub and Bistro
Beez Kneez Catering
Tee Box in Comox

Industry Exhibits and Displays

Learn all about our amazing shellfish and seafood industry through interactive and educational displays and booths directly from the producers and suppliers!

Industry Exhibits and Displays
North Island College - Centre for Applied Research Technology and Innovation
University of Victoria - Aquatic Unit
Department of Fisheries and Oceans
Bamfield Marine Science Centre
Flying Fresh Air Freight
Vancouver Aquarium
Flurer Smokery

Fanny Bay Oyster Shucking Championship

Shuckers throughout BC are invited to register for the Annual Oyster Shucking Championships for the 8th Annual BC Shellfish and Seafood Festival, in the Comox Valley, British Columbia. The Competitions once held at Marina Park, are being moved to the Filberg Lodge in Comox as part of the Comox by the Sea Shellfish and Seafood Industry Celebration.

Grand Prize:
Return flight to Prince Edward Island
Entry in the Raspberry International Oyster Shucking Championship as part of the PEI International Shellfish Festival, September 18-21, 2014

Annual Chowder Challenge

The annual Chowder Challenge is open to all Comox Valley chefs and cooks who provide food service in their place of business, including restaurants and accommodation providers.
Prizes:

1st Place: Round trip transportation and accommodation to compete in the Vancouver Aquarium Oceanwise Chowder Chowdown, November 19, 2014 in Vancouver, BC
2nd Place: Web ad on discovercomoxvalley.com valued at $600
3rd Place: Web listing on discovercomoxvalley.com valued at $250

Fun for the Whole Family!

Bring the whole family and take part in the family-friendly activities at the BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival!

Touch Tanks
Interactive Displays
Kid-Friendly Ocean-Themed Activities
Face Painting

Live Music with Sue Medley

As one of Canada�s most acleaimed female singer/songwriters, Sue Medley needs little introduction. With a string of radio successes and numerous subsequent touring and performance awards and accolades*, Sue Medley has proven her worth as a singer, a songwriter, a teacher and a hard working performing musician.

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