9 Calgary food events happening this week: October 21 to 27
The countdown to Halloween is on, and whether you’re all in on the spooky celebrations or not, there are plenty of fun foodie events taking place in Calgary.
From a month-long pasta festival to spine-chilling Halloween cocktail bars, here are some of the best food events to check out in Calgary this week.
One-time-only events
IndƔy Filipino Chef Exchange
This unique dining event will see four Alberta and BC chefs come together to celebrate their Filipino-Canadian heritage at the Hawthorn Dining Room. The seven-course meal will be prepared by Rupert Garcia, chef de cuisine of Hawthorn Dining Room, JP Dublado, Alden Ong, executive chef at Vancouver restaurant Farmerās Apprentice and Ralph Cravalho of Garyās on 12th.
When:Ā October 21, 2024, from 6 pm
Where:Ā Fairmont Palliser ā 133 9th Avenue SW, Calgary
Price:Ā $165 per person; buy ticketsĀ here
Olā Beautiful x BORN Brewing Beer Dinner
Enjoy a four-course specially created menu from The Lake House, each paired with a beer from Olā Beautiful or Born Brewing. Youāll be able to dine with spectacular views over Lake Bonavista.
When:Ā October 23, 2024, from 6 pm
Where:Ā The Lake House ā 747 Lake Bonavista Drive SE, Calgary
Price:Ā $125 per person; buy ticketsĀ here
Recurring events
Pasta La Feasta
Head out and explore 17 different Calgary restaurants during this month-long celebration of pasta. Chefs have created some dazzling dishes, and $3 from each pasta dish sold will go to The Alex Community Food Centre and Community Kitchen. Fall is for carb-loading, after all!
When:Ā October 1 to 31, 2024
Where:Ā Various restaurants in Calgary
Black Lagoon
Spooky season is here, and with it comes a āspine-chillingā immersive experience in the form of the Black Lagoon pop-up. The spot is inspired by goth-metal and cult horror, and there will be a bewitchingly curated cocktail menu with Halloween-themed drinks.
When:Ā October 10 to 31, 2024
Where:Ā Blind Tiger Lounge ā 227 11th Avenue SW, Calgary
Haunted Tiki
Shelter will be serving up a menu of spooky tropical cocktails. With eerie concoctions complete with ghostly garnishes, youāll be in for a treat rather than a trick.
When:Ā October 21 to November 2, 2024
Where:Ā Shelter ā 1210 1st Street SW, Calgary
Fuego Y Carne
Modern Steak brings the Spanish steakhouse experience to YYC in this month-long pop-up. Diners will choose from a five- or eight-course menu created by Chef Jose Lemus, with additional wine pairings.
When: Thursday to Sunday in October
Where:Ā Modern Steak ā 100 8th Avenue SE, Calgary
Price: Dinner starts at $98; reservations can be made here
Nightmare Before Christmas
Ricardoās Hideaway will be trading in its usual tropical get-up for Nightmare Before Christmas. It will feature tons of spooktacular decor and a limited-time cocktail menu, including the Poison Apple Punch and Smoking Cauldron. There will also be a ghostly dance party on November 2.
When:Ā October 25 to November 3, 2024
Where:Ā Ricardoās Hideaway ā 1530 5th Street SW, Calgary
Art on Tap
Spend the evening painting and enjoying a selection of craft brews. You can also try Regrub burgers.
When: Every Thursday
Where: Regrub Beltline ā 625 11th Avenue SW, Calgary
Price: Free admission; reserve a spot here
Banded Peak Brewery Tour
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at one of Calgaryās most popular craft breweries. Youāll get an exclusive tour of the production facility and a walk-through of the process before tasting six of Banded Peakās signature beers.
When:Ā Every Saturday at 3 pm
Where:Ā #119 ā 519 34th Avenue SE Calgary
Price:Ā $27.96 per person; buy ticketsĀ here