Cornucopia is back from November 6 to 16 this year, and while some events have already sold out, others still have tickets available, including these not-to-miss picks.
House Party @ Whistler Conference Centre
November 6 | $45
What happens when you combine live music with local food and wine? House Party, of course! Indulge in barbecue from Sidecut, local spirits and brews and more.
Cellar Door @ Whistler Conference Centre
November 7 | $99
A smaller, more intimate tasting experience than the Crush Grand Gala, this event allows you to sip, savour and swirl more than 100 wines from over 25 wineries, both local and international. Find something you like? You can buy it onsite.
Riesling: The Chameleon in the Vineyard
November 8 | $40
Learn about the many expressions of Riesling in different terrroirs and styles while tasting some of the world’s best offerings of this singular and versatile grape. Let bon vivant Sid Cross, WineDiva Daenna Van Mulligan, and Araxi sommelier Samantha Rahn lead you through the sweet to dry world of this chameleon grape.
Cabernet Sauvignon: Team Player Seeks Long-term Relationship
November 9 | $29
Join the House Wine girls Michelle Bouffard and our own City Cellar columnist Michaela Morris for a look at this popular varietal from different wine-growing regions around the world. From Australia to Washington state, and from France to Spain, explore and taste the versatility of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Hy’s Steakhouse Tableside Dining with Road 13 Vineyards
November 12 | $115
Enjoy a unique experience combining Hy’s classic tableside-prepared dishes paired with the best of Road 13 wines. The six-course menu includes cheese toast, steak tartare, chateaubriand, and bananas Foster.
Nourish Luncheon: Solfeggio
November 13 | $20
Learn how to eat local all year round at this nutrient-rich lunch featuring local, organic produce from Pemberton Farms. Learn about best farming practices and enjoy a lunch that’s good for you and the environment.
Craft Beer Dinner @ Caramba
November 13 | $54.90
Caramba has been a long-standing restaurant fave on the Whistler scene, but things are looking even better for the future with new owner Jay Pare and his nephew James Pare taking over as executive chef. The latter was formerly executive chef at The Savoy Hotel in London, England. This special four-course dinner marks the re-opening of the restaurant, and pairs Pare’s Mediterranean-inspired fare with the excellent craft of Whistler Brewery.
Fort Berens Estate Winery Dinner @ Sidecut
November 14 | $169
Join the winner of the 2014 Lieutenant Governor’s award for excellence in wines at The Four Seasons Resort’s Sidecut Steakhouse for what promises to be an unforgettable dinner. The little Lilloett winery that could is the northernmost winery in B.C. Sidecut Executive Chef Tony Martindale and Restaurant Chef Jean-Pierre Boulot will serve a five-course menu that will be paired by sommelier Daniel Liddy to the excellent wines of Fort Berens Estate.
Alsace AfternoonCooking Demo Lunch @ Araxi
November 15 | $79
Join Araxi’s Executive Chef James Walt and his culinary team as they lead you through a demonstration of how to cook up Alsatian favourites like tarte flambee, choucroute garnis and other decadent specialties. Receive the recipes to use at home and enjoy on-site in an Alsatian wine-paired lunch led by Wine Director Samantha Rahn.
The Art of Edible Centerpieces @ Fairmont Chateau Whistler
November 16 | $49
Join Fairmont Whistler’s Pastry Chef and Chocolatier, Laurent Bernard, as he leads you through this hands-on edible art class. Bernard has long been famous for his chocolate and sugar sculptures. Each guest will design a sweet creation to take home and learn how to make edible centerpieces for their own tables.
