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Cornucopia Whistler: The Food And Drink Festival

Cornucopia Whistler: The Food And Drink Festival

MPhoto: Tourism Whistler / Mike Crane

Food and drink lovers rejoice, Cornucopia Whistler is just around the corner. From November 8th- 18th, the northern celebration of all things that tantalize the palette will take over the village. Tastings, long table dinners, and even seminars fill up the 11 days to the brim. By the end, your taste buds will be beyond satisfied and above all, inspired. There’s a lot to eat, drink and do, so we’ve gathered up the highlights of Cornucopia Whistler, the food and drink festival of the North. Come hungry and leave happy!

Signature Tastings

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Photo: Tourism Whistler / Mike Crane

The Signature Tastings events offer samples of food and drink in a layout that harbors a social atmosphere. Depending on which tasting you attend, you can try foods from around the world, local produce, or a finely curated wine list. Participants should be prepared as a dress code is in effect.

The House Party: Best of BC

Date: Thursday November 8th, 2018

This event is such a hit, it always sells out. Held in the Whistler Conference Centre, walk around to various booths to taste a variety of offerings that all feature foods, wines, spirits and beer produced in British Columbia. Who knows, you might find a new local favourite!

Drink Seminars

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Photo: Tourism Whistler / Mike Crane

The world of wines and spirits is ever changing and consequently, can be challenging to navigate. Learn about how to pair wines with foods or what it means when the age of a vino is mentioned. Moreover, during the drink seminars, participants can find answers to particular questions as well as creative angles on familiar drinks.

Daring Pairings: Wine & Junk Food come out of the closet

Date: Saturday November 10th, 2018

Who would have thought to even pair a delicious red or white with something even more delicious: JUNK FOOD! Learn some creative options that will cause your taste buds to do a little dance and open your eyes to future pairing possibilities.

Nourish: Health And Wellness

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The Nourish Series focuses on providing education that surrounds health and is a micro-festival within Cornucopia. The topics cover everything from sustainable food to lifestyle choices. Participants can choose workshops a la carte and even drop into sessions that are not full.

Wolfgang Sterr – Plant Based Deliciousness

Date: Saturday November 10, 2018

Vegetarian meals don’t have to be boring! At this seminar, participants will learn how to make simple, delicious plant-based dishes for every day.

Chef’s Table Luncheons

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In an intimate setting, experience having lunch made just for you by a world-class chef. What’s more, select from a variety of culinary styles and flavours when choosing which luncheon to attend. In addition to incredible eats, enjoy a selection of wines paired for complete and utter taste perfection.

Wildebeest 

Date: Sunday November 11, 2018

Wildebeest Chef Ian McHale’s classic-meets-contemporary culinary approach and decadent-yet-simple country cooking in this exclusive Chef’s Table Luncheon featuring a multi-course menu paired with a handpicked selection of wines by Wine Director Justin Everett.

Cornucopia Whistler is another exciting event held at the during the fall; Even more, it is a true collection and celebration of food and drink designed for both foodies and those that enjoy food alike. To truly savor the whole 10 days of treating your taste buds, stay at the Listel Hotel Whistler in the heart of it all.