Kitsilano
Growing Chefs, a group dedicated to inspiring children to grow their own food, is hosting a fundraising event that allows participants to watch some of Vancouver's top chefs in action as they prepare gourmet creations.
At From Farms to Forks 3, ticket holders can sample food and drinks created by chefs from The Pear Tree, Provence Restaurants, La Quercia, West and the newly opened Acorn, as well as 15 other restaurants. There will also be mixologists, who will be preparing specialty cocktails. And the fact the evening is being hosted by the Courier's own man-about-town Fred Lee and the CBC's Margaret Gallagher only adds to the fun.
Proceeds will help Growing Chefs with its programs, which include sending teams of chef volunteers into elementary schools, where they grow vegetables, cook with kids and get them excited about eating healthy food.
From Farms to Forks 3 takes place Oct. 21 at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, 1505 West Second Ave. For tickets, email admin@growingchefs.ca, call 778885-1308 or online at fromfarmstoforks3.eventbrite.com.
Downtown
This Saturday, Oct. 20, two of Canada's finest gospel choirs, the Marcus Mosely Chorale and the Universal Gospel Choir, will perform at St. Andrew's-Wesley Church, located at the corner of Burrard and Nelson streets.
Headlining the evening is blues musician Jim Byrnes and the Sojourners, accompanied by Bill Sample and a five-piece band that promises to get your toes tapping. And make sure you're ready for your close-up because the entire evening is being filmed for a future TV special called A Joyful Noise.
Proceeds will go to the non-profit 1 Dream 1 School, an organization dedicated to building schools in under-developed countries. For ticket information, visit 1dream1school.org.
Yaletown
Sustenance Festival is hosting the city's largest Street Food Carnival, Sunday Oct. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Roundhouse Turntable Plaza in Yaletown.
Check out the latest in Vancouver's street food scene, including everything from ethnic fusion to barbecue and tacos, as well as other on-the-go options from local food trucks. Buskers, music and carnival surprises are also scheduled. Everyone taking part is encouraged to dress in his or her best carnival style garb.
Southeast Vancouver
The Baker's Market takes place most Saturdays between now and Dec. 8, with special Christmas-themed bake sales Dec. 1 and 8.
You'll find enthusiastic, talented, budding, professional or home bakers specializing in freshly baked gourmet cookies, hand-made chocolates, brownies, cupcakes, cake pops, scones, organic muffins, gluten-free and vegan goods, preserves, tarts, granola, fondant cupcake toppers and much more.
The Baker's Market runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Moberly Arts and Culture Centre, 7646 Prince Albert St., two blocks east of Fraser at East 60th Ave. The centre is closed Oct. 27. Visit bakersmarket.com for more information.
Douglas Park
The Young at Heart Seniors Group, invites all to attend the Seniors Wellness Event at Douglas Park Community Centre, Tuesday Oct. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. sthomas@vancourier.com
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