8 Vancouver food events happening this week: November 11 to 17

If you’re anything like us, the hunger for unique and delicious food-and-beverage-centred events is as strong as ever. It’s a good thing Vancouver always delivers them in excess.

Here are the food events happening in or around Vancouver this week.

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School of Magic Afternoon Tea

Trump Champagne Lounge’s School of Magic Afternoon Tea is on now until December 1. The service begins with an assortment of artisanal scones, followed by savoury selections like a Pretzel & Cheese Broomstick, Mrs. Sprout’s Pasty, and Ron’s Chicken Leg, to name a few.

When: Now until December 1 from noon to 4 pm
Where: Trump Champagne Lounge – 1161 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Price: $65–$118; reserve online

Big Day BBQ at The American

The Big Day BBQ at The American tailgate will take place every Sunday until the end of the year. Enjoy Texas-style brisket, ribs, pulled pork, Tex-Mex pasta salad, smokey slaw, and pit beans too.

When: Every Sunday until the end of 2019 at 10 am
Where: The American – 926 Main Street, Vancouver
Prices: Start at $20

Dine Railtown

Nine Railtown eateries like Ask For Luigi, The Belgard Kitchen, and The Mackenzie Room will offer an exclusive feature until November 30 with proceeds from the sale of each item earmarked for programming at the Powell Street Getaway, a peer-led resource centre that supports people living with chronic illnesses, addictions, and/or mental health challenges.

When: Now until November 30
Where: Around Railtown

Ancora Caviar Festival

Ancora’s fifth annual Caviar Festival will take place at its Ambleside and False Creek locations until November 30. Dishes are available both à la carte and as part of a tasting menu for $69 per person.

When: Now until November 30

Where: Ancora Ambleside – 1351 Bellevue Avenue, West Vancouver; Ancora False Creek – 1600 Howe Street #2, Vancouver
Price: $69 per person

Sunday Night Movie Series at Bells and Whistles

Enjoy movies every Sunday night at Bells and Whistles. November screenings include Pineapple Express (November 10), Men in Black (November 17), and The Princess Bride (November 24).

When: November 10, 17, and 24 at 9 pm
Where: Bells and Whistles – 3296 Fraser Street, Vancouver

Whistler Cornucopia 2019

Whistler’s epic 10-day food and beverage celebration, Cornucopia, kicked off on November 7 this year. The festival has a huge lineup of events that you don’t want to miss.

When: Now until November 17, 2019
Where: Venues around Whistler
Price: Ticket prices vary

KRUG Champagne Dinner

Origo Club will be hosting Krug brand ambassador Brent Sutcliffe as a special guest when it teams with Moët Hennessy — Louis Vuitton SE for a five-course dinner menu paired with four cuvées of Krug Champagne on November 12.

When: November 12
Where: 6888 River Road #110, Richmond
Price: $350 per person; available online

Uncorked – A Celebration of the Science of Wine

The inaugural Uncorked – A Celebration of the Science of Wine will be taking place at Science World on November 14. Attendees of this event can look forward to hanging out with “winemakers, viticulturists, and chefs” as they taste some rare and celebrated wines.

When: November 14 from 7 to 10 pm
Where: Science World at TELUS World of Science – 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
Price: $89; buy online