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There鈥檚 always something to do in Vancouver鈥�but first we eat!

If you like to make food and drink the focal point of fun, we鈥檝e got 20 (and counting!) delicious food events happening in and around 麻豆传媒映画this May.

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Check back during the month to see what events we鈥檝e added to the delicious line-up.

TMRW Vegan Burger Pop-Up

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The Juice Truck has been teaming up with to run a weekly pop-up at in Vancouver, showcasing totally plant-based burgers, fries, and shakes. But the event has moved south to their Richmond location in Steveston Vilalge. Vancouver-based TMRW Foods is behind the 鈥渁ltBurger,鈥� a patty made from plant-based ingredients. For their weekly pop-up they鈥檒l be offering special burger creations each Sunday

When: Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: The Juice Truck (Steveston)鈥撀� 12151 First Ave, Richmond

A pop-up chocolate dessert lounge at Notch8 Restaurant & Bar at Fairmont Hotel 麻豆传媒映画is taking sweet treats to a whole new level. The private dining room of Notch8 Restaurant has been transformed into a dessert-lovers鈥� delight complete with custom built, floor-to-ceiling chocolate covered walls 鈥� though the themed offerings and creative cocktails promise to take centre stage.

When: Available Thursday 鈥� Sunday, sittings at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.

Where: Notch8 at the Fairmont Hotel 麻豆传媒映画鈥� 900 West Georgia St, Vancouver

Cost: Adults $59; Children $29.5 (ages 12 and under); reservations recommended

MAY EVENTS

鈥榃ines of BC鈥� Dinner at The Salted Vine Kitchen + Bar

The Salted Vine's Co-Owner Jeff Park will pair his signature brand of Pacific Northwest-inspired cuisine with an array of notable B.C. wine for this four-course dinner. The evening begins with a reception featuring canap茅s and glasses of Steller鈥檚 Jay Brut before Salted Vine Sommelier/Co-Owner Pat Allan showcases varietals from such award-winning producers as Inniskillin Estate Winery, Sunrock Vineyards and See Ya Later Ranch, all paired with a feast.

When: Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Where: The Salted Vine Kitchen + Bar - 37991 2 Ave, Squamish

Cost: $89 per person plus tax and gratuity; available by calling the restaurant at 604-390-1910.

Chocolate Challenge

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Each year, this event wows guests with its one-of-a-kind chocolate treats crafted by Vancouver鈥檚 master chocolatiers and their top protegees. Contestants must pass their confections by the judging panel, which is made up of some of Vancouver鈥檚 premiere chocolate masters.

When: Thursday, May 2 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Where: The Gourmet Warehouse - 1340 East Hastings St, Vancouver

Cost: $79 per person

Hosted by the Hellenic Community of 麻豆传媒映画and running from May 3-5, 2019, the Greek Food Festival is a major draw each year, bringing in hundreds of people to enjoy the live music, entertainment, history, and, of course, loads of food. Attendees can expect to find all sorts of traditional Greek fare, from souvlaki to spanikopita, gyros, loukoumades, and much, much more.

When: May 3-5, 2019

Where: Hellenic Community of 麻豆传媒映画鈥� 4500 Arbutus St, Vancouver

The 2019 Greater 麻豆传媒映画Food Truck Festival

Featuring a line-up of regional food truck fan favourites, the Greater 麻豆传媒映画Food Truck Festival has been serving up tasty eats on four wheels since 2014. Each installation features 20-plus hand-picked food trucks and carts, family activities, an artisan pop-up market, and live entertainment. Admission is free 鈥� you just pay for what you eat.

When/Where: Saturday, May 4 from 11 a.m. to 6 pm: Heritage Park, Chilliwack

When/Where: Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Civic Plaza, Abbotsford

When/Where: Saturday, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Cloverdale Exhibition Grounds, Surrey

Electric Bicycle鈥檚 1st Birthday Bash

Mount Pleasant craft brewer Electric Bicycle is celebrating their first birthday with an indoor-outdoor garden (and beer) party. Join them inside or on the patio for BBQ, brews, live DJ sets, dancing, and plenty of fun. They鈥檝e teamed up with Public Disco for this epic afternoon to nighttime celebration.

When: Saturday, May 4 from noon-10 p.m.

Where: Electric Bicycle Brewing Company - 20 East 4th Ave

This Burrito Eating Challenge asks you to consume a Taco Del Mar 5-Pounder™ in 30 minutes or less and it鈥檚 free. The 5-Pounder™ is a five鈥恜ound burrito rolled with four tortillas stuffed with rice, beans, ground beef, cheese, pico de gallo, and sauce. It is equivalent to four-and鈥恆鈥恏alf Baja Burritos 鈥� and it usually costs $30.

When: Sunday, May 5 from noon to 5 p.m.

奥丑别谤别:听Taco Del Mar 鈥� 113-2020 Oxford Connector, Port Coquitlam

颁辞蝉迟:听Free

Wildebeest Executive Chef Ian McHale and Bar Manager Alex Black are putting their pairing skills to good use as they create a special dinner using Patron鈥檚 unique line of spirits. The six-course meal includes decadent dishes such as wagyu tartare, wakame-poached cod, and Cache Creek ribeye.

When: Sunday May 5 at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Wildebeest - 120 West Hastings St, Vancouver

Cost: $79 per person plus tax and gratuity.

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Veg Expo is a vegan, vegetarian, plant-based and sustainable food expo where attendees can enjoy cooking demonstrations led by celebrated chefs, sample new food products, browse vegan fashion and learn about the future of sustainable eating. Veg Expo will feature over 200 plant-based, sustainable, edible products and services you can implement into your daily lifestyle. This year鈥檚 featured speakers include animal activists, nutritionists and fitness professionals.

When: Sunday, May 5, 2019 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: 麻豆传媒映画Convention Centre West

Cost: $10-45; tickets available

The Shipyards Night Market will once again liven up Shipbuilders鈥� Square in North Vancouver鈥檚 lower Lonsdale with over 100 vendors, including food trucks, and a 19+ beer garden. With a 鈥渉ot food alley鈥� stacked with dozens of food trucks, the Shipyards Night Market is one of the summer鈥檚 most delicious pop-up weekend eats destinations. Plus you can sip on craft beer and cider in the beer garden, shop from the many vendor stalls, and enjoy live entertainment.

When: Fridays from 5 to 10 p.m., May 3 to September 27, 2019

Where: Shipbuilders鈥� Square 鈥� 15 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver

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Form@ dinner series at The Mackenzie Room

Conceptualized by team, this exciting new dinner series will take place at The Mackenzie Room every Tuesday and Wednesday in May with a four course meal and beer or wine pairings for $98 per person, in collaboration with selected farmers, foragers, breweries and wineries in B.C. Here's the schedule:

• May 7-8: Form@LAMB 鈥� Wine from Bella , Sparkling Wine
• May 14-15: Form@BBQ 鈥� Wine from Lock and Worth and Nichol Vineyards
• May 21-22: Form@OCEAN 鈥� Beer from Steel & Oak along with a Tap Takeover
• May 28-29: Form@VEG 鈥� Wine from Rathjen Cellars , 麻豆传媒映画Island

When: Tuesdays and Wednesday in May from 7 to 10 p.m.

Where: The Mackenzie Room - 415 Powell St, Vancouver

Cost: $98 per person. Call 604-253-0705 to reserve

Midway games, vendor booths, live entertainment, and an insane amount of food will once again draw crowds at this popular event. The market consistently offers an impressive quantity of options for shopping and eating鈥搕hey have over 100 food stalls and 200 vendors. But the food is always one of the most exciting parts of the Night Market, so you can expect to find everything from those iconic 鈥渢ornado potatoes鈥� to grilled meats, bubble waffles, 鈥渓arge鈥� fried chicken, wild beverage concoctions, epic treats, and who knows what else is in store for this year.

When: May 10 to Oct. 14, 2019. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (May 10-Sept. 2): 7 p.m. to midnight; Sundays (After Sep 2) and Stat holidays: 7 to 11 p.m.

Where:听8351 River Road, Richmond

Cost:听Admission rates for this season TBD

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Find your favourite bar or restaurant for a Caesar and raise a glass to Canada's national cocktail. Always observed on the Thursday ahead of the May-long weekend, National Caesar Day is a great opportunity to gather with friends and enjoy the beverage. Look for specials at bars and restaurants, or make your own. (Just drink responsibly!)

When: Thursday, May 16

Where: Various places across Metro Vancouver

The Spot Prawn Festival celebrates its 13th edition with several ways to enjoy fresh, delicious local spot prawns at the event. Chefs will prepare chowder made with spot prawns fresh off the boat, served with bread from Terra Bread. Alternatively, the fest features a brunch offering a six-dish tasting menu with fresh-baked bread from Terra and wine sample pours, beer, and coffee, as well as a sweet treat. Plus, you can buy the prawns right off the docks at the fest. Hang out and enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, chef demos, and more.

When: May 19, 2019 from 11:30 am to 3 pm

Where: Fisherman鈥檚 Wharf at False Creek

Cost: Free admission to grounds. Chowder is $12 and can be pre-purchased by time slot. Brunch is $60 and should be pre-purchased. Details聽.

Handcrafted, terroir-driven wines (as well as craft beer and cider) are the focus of this two-day celebration of delicious sustainability. Thursday night, it鈥檚 all about food and wine at restaurants like Wildebeest, Mamie Taylor鈥檚 and Bodega on Main for just $49 a person; on Friday, it鈥檚 the grand tasting at the Yaletown Roundhouse.

When: May 23-24

Where: Yaletown Roundhouse (tasting event); participating restaurants (Thursday night dinners)

Cost: $49-75. Tickets available via .

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La Paul茅e Wine Dinner at Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

On May 30, Boulevard Executive General Manager and Wine Director JP Potters will launch Boulevard鈥檚 ongoing 鈥楲a Paul茅e鈥�-styled dinner series by hosting a dinner showcasing classics from France's Burgundy and Northern Rhone regions. Guests bring their own bottle of rare, limited-edition or library wine and break bread with fellow wine lovers while enjoying a regionally themed, multi-course dinner courtesy of Chefs Chen and Ma.

When: Thursday, May 30 at 7 p.m.

Where: Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar - 845 Burrard St, Vancouver

Cost: $125 plus gratuity and taxes. Book by calling the restaurant at 604-642-2900

Tacofino X Strathcona Beer Dinner

When: Thursday, May 30. Seatings at 6 and 8:30 p.m

Where: Tacofino - 2327 East Hastings St, Vancouver

Cost: $55 per person inclusive of tax, gratuity and ticketing fees. Purchase via .

With files from Vitis, Elana Shepert, and Adam Nanji

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