last chance for dot’s stuffing
Today is the last day to order Culina’s Thanksgiving dinner—roast turkey, leek and sage gravy, Dot’s stuffing, Golby Farms roast veg, Yukon Gold mash plus cabbage rolls in a tomato dill sauce ($36/p). Add on a saskatoon berry or classic pumpkin pie ($24 each) and a couple of savoury tourtière options too ($36 each). Pick-up Saturday or Sunday. Order here.
taste the cabinet of curiosities at sherbrooke
Explore lovely and unusual and slightly esoteric wines at the Cabinet of Curiosities with wine guy Joe Gurba, 6:30pm, Friday, October 11 at the Sherbrooke Tasting Room (11819 St Albert Trail). Tix:$40+
thankgiving pop up at awn this saturday
Pop in from noon to 2pm for coffee and cinnamon buns as well as for essentials and additions for your Thanksgiving table—gravy kits, cranberry sauce, chicken stock to make your own gravy or a delish after-the-holiday turkey soup and, of course, pumpkin or apple pie—Awn Kitchen in Lansdowne Centre (5124 122 Street). Pies and frozen cinnamon buns (limited) can be pre-ordered here.
st remy signature cocktail week happening now
There are still a few days to enjoy St Remy Signature Cocktail Week. Each participating cocktail lounge offers three distinct cocktails (including an Old Fashioned) crafted with the St-Rémy Signature. The winning bartender will receive a trip to France to visit and experience the Belle de Brillet. Join in on the fun at 13 different bars, including Birddog (pictured) Black Pearl and Home and Away.
bbq for north carolina
“Pitt County BBQ is named in honor of Pitt County, North Carolina, and we’ve always been dedicated to preserving the rich history and BBQ traditions of the region,” says Peter Zukiwski, owner of Pitt County BBQ. “Through countless trips across the state, we’ve had the privilege of connecting with the people, families, and barbecue joints that make this area so special.” In the wake of Hurricane Helene, many North Carolinians are facing devastating losses. Peter wants to lend a hand from up North. Pop by the Pay-By-The-Pound event for Pitt County’s delicious North Carolina-style pulled pork, either hot and ready or vacuum-sealed for later. Pre-order by October 18 and pick up Sunday, October 20, from 5pm-9pm at the Crestwood Curling Club. All proceeds to World Central Kitchen and Southern Smoke Foundation. Order here
the spanish wines of cvne at devine wines
On Wednesday, October 23, export manager David Piera leads a tasting beginning with a sprightly cava and ending with the majestic Imperial Gran Reserva. Rioja’s Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE) began making wine in the late 1800s. It continues to respect tradition and create terrific wines. At deVine Wines (10111 104 Street), starting at 7pm. Tix: $50/p+
beer + chocolate? yes!
Discover new taste sensations when Delavoye Chocolate Maker and the Irrational Brewing Co. team up. Explore cacao, chocolate and beer, two collaborative beers, plus snacks and a tour of Irrational’s brewing space,7pm, Friday, October 25 at Delavoye (10639 124 Street). Tix: $80/p+.
dinner with tamara solon, nait alumni chef
NAIT Culinary debuted a dinner series with alumni chefs, beginning with Peter Keith of Meuwly’s. Next up is Tamara Solon, 2024 Kitchen Party competitor and the exec chef at Chartier and Mother Bakery. Alumni such as Tamara bring a wealth of knowledge back to the program where they first scratched the itch to work in a professional kitchen. Tamara’s food is comfort plus, soulful and regional, supremely enjoyable, 6pm, Friday, October 25. Tix: $110/p+ email or call 780-471-8685.
sorrentino’s truffle and wine dinner
Enjoy a spectacular six course menu featuring both black and white truffles by chef Alberto Alboreggia at Sorrentino’s Truffle and Wine Dinner, along with outstanding vintages from Chianti’s Castellare di Castellina. Special guests include Nicoleta Paun, Castellare di Castellina’s export manager and Marco Fabris, Nonino Grappa ambassador. At Sorrentino’s Downtown (10162 100 Street), 6pm, Tuesday, October 29. Tix: $195/p++
love cheese? don’t miss this!
Don’t miss the Italian Centre Shops Festival of Cheese, 6pm, Wednesday, November 13 at the Sherwood Park Store (8005 Emerald Drive). Enjoy close to two dozen different cheeses from around the world, along with beer and wine pairings. Proceeds to the University Hospital Foundation. Tix
heart of the home october promo
Heart of the Home (12539 102 Avenue) offers 20 per cent on fall-themed dish towels. A wonderful hostess gift or pick up a few to replenish those tired old ones you have hanging around. Need a new turkey baster or zester? Check out their array of useful cooking tools and accessories.
tomato top100: sunworks farm chicken
An entire turkey is too much? Try one of Sunworks Farm’s outstanding chickens now available at their new shop (7520 Gateway Boulevard) or the Bountiful and Old Strathcona Farmers’ Markets.
recipe of the week jp’s brussels
Chef JP Dublado makes sprouts kid friendly and delicious. Excellent Thanksgiving side dish or for any fall meal.
