
Vancouver food events may be operating a little differently than they normally would, but they are just as delicious, which is the most important thing.
Check out some of the food and beverage-centric events you can head to in and around Vancouver this October.
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Cooking Classes
Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts Fall Classes and Workshops
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PICA has a slew of new classes and workshops for foodies this fall. Check out the calendar and see for yourself.
When: All throughout October
Eden West Gourmet Cooking Classes
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Port Moody’s Eden West Gourmet now hosts cooking classes online and in person. Check out the calendar and see if there’s an event you’d like to sign up for.
When: All throughout October
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest Beer Pairing Dinner at Stanley Park Brewing
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Enjoy a four-course dinner with beer pairings inspired by Oktoberfest at Stanley Park Brewing.
When: October 1
Where: 8901 Stanley Park Drive, Vancouver
Oktoberfest at BREWHALL
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BREWHALL’s Oktoberfest celebration features daily food and drink features, special German beers, and prizes for anyone in costume.
When: Now until October 12
Where: 97 East 2nd Avenue, Vancouver
Oktoberfest at Bells and Whistles Fraser
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The Bells and Whistles OG location is running an Oktoberfest pop-up until October 11 called Wünderbar: An Oktobeerfest Pop-Up.
When: Now until October 11
Where: 3296 Fraser Street, Vancouver
General
Chancho Taco-To-Go Kits
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Enjoy a limited edition taco-to-go kit from Chancho. There will be 60 Taco-to-Go Kits (40 carnitas and 20 veggie) and the first 30 kits ordered will contain a complimentary Mexican Bingo game and a bag of marker beans. Pre-order until October 3, pickup October 4.
When: October 4
Where: 560 Davie Street, Vancouver
Dining Out For Life
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Dine Out on October 15 and support individuals and families affected by HIV and co-existing illnesses. A quarter of your food bill from participating restaurants will benefit A Loving Spoonful. Check out where you can eat.
When: October 15
Where: Restaurants around Vancouver
Thanksgiving Dinner
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We’ve got all the options for folks when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner this year. You can make a reservation at a Vancouver restaurant serving up holiday eats, or you can opt to order a ready-made turkey feast to enjoy at home, the choice is yours.
When: Thanksgiving weekend
Where: Restaurants around Vancouver
Botanist hosts ‘Travel with your Palate’ Dinner

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Fairmont Pacific Rim Botanist will host an evening of culinary collaboration benefitting the Vancouver Food and Beverage Community Relief Fund (VANFBC) on October 27. This event will feature a five-course dinner meant to allow guests to ‘travel’ through a tasting of global cuisine style.
When: October 27
Where: Botanist — 1038 Canada Place, Vancouver
Deals
A Taste of McArthurGlen
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All October, McArthur Glen food purveyors including Hugo’s Churros, Bibo Pizzeria, Caffè Artigiano, Japadog, The Praguery, and the Food Folk Eatery will be offering deals and promos daily between 4 and 8 pm. Guests are invited to drop off non-perishable food items in designated blue bins at the entrance of each restaurant for the Richmond Food Bank.
When: All of October
Where: 1000-7899 Templeton Station Road, Richmond