what a night! congratulations chefs!
Seven chefs swung for the fences October 2 at the sold-out Kitchen Party Edmonton. Alas, only three could podium. From left to right: Jason Greene, (Braven) silver; chef of distinction for Edmonton, Ryan O’Flynn (Detroit Pizza, Paulie’s, London UK), Blair Lebsack (RGE RD) gold; Tyson Wright (Old Red Barn/Strada Bakery (bronze). Chefs Lebsack and O’Flynn will represent Edmonton at the Canadian Culinary Championships in January. Chef Paul Shufelt (Workshop Eatery/Hayloft) was the People’s Choice with an outstanding beet dish. Congratulations to all the competitors. More on the chefs and their dishes in the Nov/Dec issue.
vina espana tasting at color de vino
Taste six terrific Spanish wines with Michael Fregren of Revolution Wines—unusual, maybe new to you, wines from several different regions, 6pm, Saturday, October 10 at Color de Vino. Tix: $40/p+.
chickstock: at zenari’s little italy
A fun night of comedy and music with five comedians and music by the Bella Brothers, 7pm, Friday, October 16. Save $5 and get your tix in advance at Zenari’s (in Zocalo, 10826 95 Street).
don’t miss this burgundy dinner at the marc
The Devillard family produces wines from five different sites in Burgundy, including Château de Chamirey (12th century) in the Côte Chalonnaise, and Domaine des Perdrix in the Côte de Nuits. Taste these extraordinary Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs with five courses and meet special guest Arnaud Trouvé at the dinner at The Marc, 6pm, Wednesday, October 21. Tix: $190/p+.
symphony under the sky at jpl
Imagine beautiful music under the stars on the shores of Lac Beauvert. Did you know that Jasper National Park is home to the world’s largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve? Experience it at Symphony Under the Stars, an annual highlight of the Jasper Dark Sky Festival. Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge offers several packages, from accommodation to multi-course dinners, with wine pairings, and of course the Symphony Under the Stars concert tickets, October 17. Celebrate the start of cosy season—explore the offers here.
chef shane chartrand’s bison chili at meals on wheels
Celebrated chef Shane Chartrand has made a delicious bison chili with bannock for Edmonton Meals on Wheels. One of the organization’s goals is to keep developing culturally authentic meal options from local chefs to add to the menu. It’s available for pick-up or delivery—anyone in Edmonton can order and enjoy these meals. Check it out!
From left: Adam Zawadiuk, executive director, EMOW, Jason Wild, exec chef, EMOW, chef Shane Chartrand, Paperbirch
recipe of the week: chef blair lebsack’s glazed carrots
Delicious anytime but especially on a Thanksgiving table.
