Indulgence may become an unofficial theme of this years Cornucopia Whistlers Celebration of Wine and Food.
With 18 restaurant events on the schedule, the number of dining options is more than double this year over last.
What is really exciting is the sheer variety we have on offer this year, from winery dinners to luncheons and minglers, says Jess Smith of Watermark Communications. Every participating restaurant has a unique concept for the festival and Cornucopia offers the perfect opportunity to sample every aspect of Whistlers diverse culinary scene.
New this year are Alta Bistro, the Dubh Linn Gates The Butcher and the Brewmaster, Fifty-Two 80 Bar at Four Seasons Cocktail Dinner and The Fairmont Chateau Whistlers modern twist to the classic afternoon tea, the marTEAni Party along with the hotels new Grill Room dinner with wines from Painted Rock. The Aubergine Grille at the Westin Resort & Spa Whistler returns after a hiatus with chef Bradley Cumming. Hys Steakhouse also returns after a brief absence with a balancedwinery dinner with Burrowing Owl winery. At Aura at Nita Lake Lodge, Chef Michael Guys winery dinner menu will be paired with Tinhorn Creek Vineyards and vineyard manager and viticulturist Andrew Moon will host of the evening. Four Seasons Resort Whistlers Sidecuts wine director and manager, David Foran, will pair handpicked wines to complement steak with an edge. Last but certainly not least, Araxi restaurant + bar (which just made Macleans 50 Best Restaurants in Canada ranking) returns with itsannual sell-out event, the Big Guns winemaker dinner featuring the creations of one of Canadas leading chefs, James Walt.Luncheons include Quattros indulgent White Alba Truffle Mushroom lunch, Chefs Table Luncheons in two of Whistlers private luxury homes. Bubbles & Brunch is the noshing finale -- rejuvenate and re-live your favourite moments of the weekend during brunch. Oh, and dont forget the massive Crush wine tastings.
Cornucopia is November 7 to 11. WhistlerCornucopia.com.
