Chowder Chowdown
Taking place at the aquarium — our Ocean Wise HQ in Vancouver — this adults-only evening of food, drink and fun is all about celebrating seafood chowder. Chefs from across the city and province come up with special chowders, served up with craft beer, and guests get to sip, spoon, savour and select their favourite soup.
When: Feb. 21, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way
BC Home + Garden Show
Your one-stop shop for expert advice on everything to do with your home zone, from the kitchen to the garden to the roof or the floors. Enjoy live demos, panels and speakers, vendor displays and tons of interactive exhibits aimed at making the most of your home space.
When: Feb. 20-24
Where: BC Place Stadium, 777 Pacific Blvd.
Hopwired
This unique Vancouver festival mashes up the brews with the beans, via carefully curated collaborations that have been in the works since the glasses were packed up after last year’s event. Hopwired will feature an espresso bar, tasting panels, speakers and food from Cartems and the Downlown Chicken Shack. Yep, that’s right, you get to pair your coffee, beer and coffee-beer with donuts and fried chicken.
When: Feb. 23, doors at 1 p.m.
Where: Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Dr.
Beirut at the Orpheum
Blending global sounds with indie-rock, Beirut will hit the stage at the historic Orpheum in for an exciting performance. At its heart, Beirut is the solo effort of Santa Fe-native Zach Condon, and the tour is in support of his current release, Gallipoli.
When: Feb. 26, 8 p.m.
Where: Orpheum, 601 Smithe St.
The Half A Dozen Dinner Series: Vol 1 GROWING CHEFS
This new dinner series aimed at bringing great people together over great food for an even greater cause kicks off at the Garden. It’s an evening featuring Aurora View Farms from Prince George and the Local Farm in Ladner, with a menu by Dan Larsen. The dinner is in support of Growing Chefs, which connects Vancouver kids with hands-on experience in the garden and kitchen for improved nutrition and food education.
When: Feb. 23, 6:30-9:30 pm
Where: The Garden, 868 East Hastings St.
More events at vancouverisawesome.com.
