Calling all Vancouver foodies! Your list of food and drink events happening in November has officially arrived.
Whether you’re looking for cozy multi-course dinners or food crawls that will take you across Metro Vancouver, we’ve got it all.
So, from a festival dedicated to cheese and meat to a two-week-long celebration of craft beer, here’s everything happening in and around Vancouver.
One-time-only
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. When you arrive, you’ll receive your own charcuterie board (yours to bring home) and a tasting glass for sipping.
When: November 2, 2024
Time: Various tasting sessions
Where: The Pipe Shop – 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices available online
Nami Spicy Beef Noodle Soup Pop-up
Head over to the Nami Cafe to enjoy a bowl of Spicy Beef Noodle Soup (bun bo hue) made with thick rice noodle vermicelli in an authentic home-style spicy lemongrass beef broth with all the fixings including beef brisket, Vietnamese ham, blood tofu, pork hock, and banana blossom. Additionally, the first 30 visitors will receive a free Vietnamese iced coffee.
When: November 2
Where: Nami Cafe — 885 West Georgia, Vancouver
Participate in a hands-on, small-group cooking class with Chef Katsuhito. He will take you on a journey to Italy, Mexico, and America and show you how their flavours have been deliciously incorporated into Japanese cuisine. You’ll also learn about the proper serving and tasting of sake and sample one of the chef’s favourites from Niigata prefecture.
When: November 2
Time: 10 am to 2 pm
Where: Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts — 1505 W 2nd Avenue #101, Vancouver
Cost: $225
CinCin’s annual truffle dinner returns with Executive Chef Andrew Richardson and his team preparing a special five-course dinner experience with wine pairings. Be prepared to enjoy the spectacular flavours of Autumn.
When: November 6
Time: 6:30 to 9:30 pm
Where: CinCin — 1154 Robson Street, Vancouver
Cost: $225
Lavantine Restaurant is hosting a spectacular Bordeaux Wine Dinner featuring a meticulously crafted seven-course tasting menu, with each dish created to enhance the distinctive qualities of this wine. Menu items include Wagyu Aburi Tartare, Fraser Valley Duck Breast, and Sungold Lamb Chop just to name a few.
When: November 8
Time: 6 pm
Where: Lavantine Restaurant — 833 W Pender Street, Vancouver
Cost: $195
This multi-course menu celebrates the magic of CheckMate Winery, renowned for producing some of the finest expressions from the Okanagan. This dinner features special guest James Berti, Membership and Guest Experience Manager, who will guide you through their exceptional wines.
When: November 12
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Coast Restaurant — 1054 Alberni Street, Vancouver
Cost: $225 plus tax and gratuity
Enjoy a five-course Italian feast celebrating seasonal comfort food at Locanda dell’Orso. Guests are invited to embrace the cozy spirit of hibernation season with a feast that captures the essence of autumn, featuring rich, comforting Italian dishes crafted from seasonal ingredients.
When: November 18
Time: From 5 pm
Where: Locanda dell’Orso — 350 W Pender Street, Vancouver
Cost: $139 per person
Five Sails
Enjoy a seasonal menu from Five Sails expertly crafted to complement the wines of Rombauer Vineyards. Enjoy dishes like Canadian Lobster Tail, Fraser Valley Duck Breast, and Grilled Bison Tenderloin, each paired with a selection of Rombauer wines.
When: November 18
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Five Sails — 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Cost: $185 per person
Head over to Fanny Bay Oyster Bar for a “The Little Mermaid” themed drag show production by the epic team from SleepyQueers Productions paired with an OceanWise-themed menu.
When: November 20
Time: Doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm
Where: Fanny Bay Oyster Bar — 762 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Cost: $25.83
Recurring
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. 35 vendors are taking part in this year’s festivities, serving up all sorts of wild croissants.
When: November 1 to 21
Where: Participating bakeries and cafes around the city
Cirque-Inspired Pre-Show Menu at The Victor
Before heading to the big top, you can stop at The Victor for a Cirque-inspired pre-show menu featuring vibrant flavours and creative presentations. You can enjoy your choice of appetizers and main courses, including options like Columbia River Steelhead Salmon, Center Cut Ribeye, and Myca Farms Mushroom Risotto.
When: until December 15
Time: 5 to 6:30 pm
Where: The Victor — 39 Smithe Street, Vancouver
Cost: $75
Craft beer lovers have cause for celebration because Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week is returning from November 1 to 15, 2024, to highlight all the incredible breweries on the North Shore.
You’ll be able to take part in a host of special events at different North Shore Breweries, a distillery, and a cidery that features music, food pop-ups, games, giveaways, and, most importantly, limited edition beers.
When: November 1 to 15
Where: Participating breweries
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