EATS + DRINKS
fri sept 1 Made In France Explore the four elements of France’s culinary traditions, which are on UNESCO’s world heritage list, with renowned French chef Thierry Meret. Class includes a recipe book, a threecourse meal with wine sampling, and your very own apron to take home. At Cuisine et Château, 103, 227 10th St. N.W. 6:30 p.m. $119. 403-7642665, cuisineetchateau.com. fri sept 1 to thur sept 7 Le Burger Week National weeklong burger festival featuring unique burgers from 21 participating Calgary restaurants offered at a special burger price. Eat and then vote on the website: leburgerweek.com. sat sept 2 + sun sept 3 BBQ on the Bow Festival Canada’s oldest barbecue competition features $10,000 in prize money. There will also be children’s craft tents and entertainers, concessions, vendors and more. At Montgomery Community Centre, 5003 16th Ave. N.W., bbqonthebow.com. Tea on the Verandah Enjoy afternoon tea on the verandah of Heritage Park’s newest exhibit, the Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women. The menu includes finger sandwiches, pastries and scones. At Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Park Dr. S.W. Seatings every hour from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $21.95; children under 12, $15.95. 403-268-8500, heritagepark.ca. thur sept 7 Big Rock Brewga: Yoga & Beer Explore yoga in a unique environment while expanding your mind with respect to local craft beers. Ticket includes one-hour yoga session followed by five four-ounce samples of Big Rock Beer. Bring your own mat. At Big Rock Brewery, 5555 76th Ave. S.E. 7 p.m. $17. eventbrite.ca. Wines of Argentina Dinner with Luigi Bosca
Six-course winemaker’s dinner with Gabriela Millan of Luigi Bosca, a true taste of Argentina all perfectly paired with what Pampa Brazilian Steak House sizzles up here in Calgary. RSVP by phone, 587-354-3441, or email, info.calgary@pampassteakhouse.com. At Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse, 521 10th Ave. S.W. 6:30 p.m. $59. 587-354-3441. ongoing Inglewood’s Edible Enticements Fridays until Oct. 27. Presented by Calgary Food Tours. Meet at Rouge restaurant for a food-and-beverage pairing to start. Then learn about beehives in the garden, try sausages at Spolumbo’s, watch a cheese-making demo, blend spices, learn to cut a pineapple with Japanese kitchen knives, enjoy a tea tasting, pop a cake pop at the neighbourhood bakery and toast the afternoon at a cool cafe. Meet at Rouge Restaurant, 1240 8th Ave. S.E. 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $115. 1-844-535-5239, calgaryfoodtours.com. upcoming Fall Harvest Sale Saturday, Sept. 9 and Sunday, Sept. 10. Presented by the Calgary Produce Marketing Association. Charitable sale of fruits and vegetables that raises funds for the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation, Community Kitchen Program of Calgary and Heritage Park Society. At Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. With admission to Heritage Park. 403-268-8500, calgarypma.ca/fall-harvest-sale. Food for Thought Wednesday, Sept. 13. Learn why sustainable growing practices make a difference to your health, the planet and the local economy while enjoying 20-plus local food and beverage sampling stations. At Hotel Arts, 119 12th Ave. S.W. 5:30 p.m. $35; kids, three to 13, $15. eventbrite.ca. Garden Tour and Dinner Thursday, Sept. 14. Enjoy a tour of Heritage Park’s gardens capped off with a four-course dinner in the Selkirk Gallery room, featuring a harvest fresh from the gardens. At Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. 6 p.m. $89.95. 403-268-8500, heritagepark.ca. A Taste of Autumn Friday, Sept. 15. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Friends of Fish Creek with this wine and beer tasting and silent auction fundraiser. Featuring beer and wine from Tool Shed Brewing Company, Six Corners Brew Works, and Chinook Honey Company. At Meadow Muse Pavilion, Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park. 6:30 p.m. $60. 403-238-3841, friendsoffishcreek.org. Calgary Food Fest Saturday, Sept. 16. Live entertainment, 12-plus food trucks, business expo and KidZone ($5). In support of a citywide food drive for the Calgary Food Bank. At Calgary Life Church, 11400 27th St. S.E. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. eventbrite.ca.