DINE OUT WITH TERROIR

Extend your Terroir experience by attending one of our November 2024 Signature Dinners or Special Events, taking place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Join some of our presenters and partners as they celebrate the local terroir with dinner collaborations that you don’t want to miss. Dinners have limited capacity, so get your tickets before they’re gone!

NOTE: All of these Special Events are ticketed independently from Symposium tickets, and must be purchased separately using the links and/or method indicated below.

FRIDAY
NOVEMBER 1

All Saints’ Day, is a unique holiday where individuals celebrate those who have passed away with big celebrations, flowers, and by visiting their graves. A sensorial experience at Milpa, with a stellar menu including: 

• 2 amuse bouche by Chef Victor Hugo Raya (Edmonton)

• Hot appetizer by Chef Romina Romo (Calgary)

• Main course by Chef Giovanni Vazquez (Calgary)

• Dessert (petit four) by Milpa Chef Elia Herrera & Sous Chef Kevin Guillén

• Pan de muerto and hot chocolate kit to go (Milpa)

Re-Uniting for the first time since their exceptional finale performance on the hit series on Netflix – The Final Table, will be Culinary Legend and TV Personality Mark Best collaborating with one of Canada's most esteemed chefs Darren MacLean in his EIGHT seat tasting room. Join them as they delve into the ingredients of the Canadian wilds for an evening of unparalleled culinary excellence and exploration.

SATURDAY
NOVEMBER 2

Get ready to experience the best of Calgary’s cocktail scene at Terroir's Cocktail Competition! We’re thrilled to showcase top local mixologists as they whip up innovative cocktails using Herradura Tequila.

Expect outrageous garnishes, creative concepts, and masterful bartending—because while the hero spirit must shine through, creativity knows no bounds! Each mixologist has just 7 minutes to impress, so come witness the magic unfold.

Plus, don’t miss the chance to meet acclaimed mixologist Jim Meehan, who will discuss his new cocktail book and sign copies for fans!

Bring your friends and join us for an unforgettable afternoon of delicious cocktails and vibrant creativity. You won’t want to miss it!

COMPETITORS:

• Rhiannon, Ten Foot Henry

• Bradley, Salt & Brick

• Paulina, Shelter

• Luke, Business & Pleasure

• Jas, Nupo

• Anton, Fortuna’s Row

• Carrie Anne, Vine Arts

• Sam, Proof

Join us for a celebration of Mexican cuisine and culture as we kick off Terroir 2024: The Series - Part 2. In honour of Day of the Dead (a vibrant Mexican celebration honoring deceased loved ones), the reception promises to be a lively festivity with traditional elements. Guests will have a chance to immerse themselves and learn about the rich cultural tradition while enjoying exquisite refreshments and delicious bites from

• Chef Elia Herrera (Milpa)

• Chef Erika Araujo

• Chef Victor Raya (Super Amigos Mexican Street Food)

• Chef Jhonattan Lona (Fonda Fora)

• Chef Georgina Mejia (Aroma Café Bar)

• Chefs Shannon & Sol Villalobos

About Día de los Muertos (from MexicanMuseum.org)

In Mexico, Día de los Muertos acknowledges the symbiotic relationship between life and death. El día de Los Muertos is celebrated on November 1st and November 2nd, in which the spirits of the dead are believed to return home and spend time with their relatives on these two days. To welcome them, the family build altars in their honor. These altars are carefully decorated with objects that connect it with the four elements of nature by symbolical associations, as well as food and drinks to please the departed. Although different cultures share similar objects, each place has specific idiosyncratic elements, and every altar is unique in its own way.

SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 3

Experience an exclusive and artfully curated vegan dining event with limited seating on November 3, 2024, at the renowned Hawthorn Dining Room, Palliser Hotel. This special Terroir Symposium “Pop-Up” collaboration dinner, themed “Fancy Persuasions”, will feature a lineup of multiple award-winning chefs, each crafting a luxurious, plant-based bite that reflects their personal interpretation of elegance and creativity of a “fancy persuasion”. We are beyond excited to welcome special guest Maham Anjum, an acclaimed ceramic designer from the United Kingdom, to this exclusive event. Each course of the evening will be presented on her beautifully crafted ceramics, adding an extra layer of artistry to this immersive culinary experience. The fusion of her elegant designs with the chefs’ exquisite creations will make this event a true celebration of both food and art. The evening will begin with exquisite canapés and a welcome drink, setting the stage for a night of culinary magic and artistic indulgence.

• Rupert Garcia (@rupertgarcia) – Chef de Cuisine at Hawthorn Dining Room, known for his mastery in blending contemporary cuisine with French and Asian influences.

• Christine Beard (@christineannbeard) and Katelin Lavoie (@katelinlavoie) – SAIT’s bold Pastry & Baking culinary artists & instructors, pushing the boundaries in inspiring teaching the future

• Liana Robberecht (@Chefliana) – Celebrated for her artful creativity approach to cuisine.

• Bobby Cortez (@robertocortez08) – CR8 Sensorium installations, leader in blending multi-sensory art with food to create an immersive dining experience.

• Jason Barton-Browne (@justbagelsandbutters) Visionary chef that defines beauty and local cuisine

• Winnie Chen (@albertaboeuf_) – Visionaries who infuses art and culture into every dish.

BUTCHERINA is transformable space where our guests will experience a high energy kitchen party followed by a multicourse dinner unlike anything else. The space is intimate yet interactive, with full window views into Canada’s first Butcher Show Kitchen, located discreetly in the back of CHARCUT University District. The experience will include a tasting menu inspired by a collaborating Chef and along with the butcher; a combination of traditions, culture, and techniques; we use this precision, artistry, and balance to create the culinary identity of BUTCHERINA Series.

For our BUTCHERINA dining experience, a portion of all proceeds will be going towards the CHAR Hospitality Fund (administered by the Calgary Foundation) that will have a direct impact on our community and the important people that are a part of it. Whether it be opportunities for women in poverty to enter the kitchen and world of culinary, to the importance of providing healthy food to children where it might not be accessible by bridging the gap of Food insecurity in their communities, to our own personal stories of growing up in poverty, ADHD, and Mental Health awareness.

Please note this event is limited to 12 attendee’s total. Due to the nature of this imitate experience we request 100% deposit and sales are all final.

• 6pm Kitchen Party Reception

• 7pm Dinner Experience

• Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 12

• $185 per person (Includes Kitchen Party Reception and Dinner Experience)

• Add ons: wine and cocktail pairing $140 // non-alcoholic pairing $70

Join us for an intimate evening of culinary delight at Bar Chouette, where land meets sea in a spectacular six-course celebration! Indulge your senses as acclaimed mixologist Jim Meehan kicks off the night with expertly crafted cocktails.

Chef May Ng of Satsuki will join the Bar Chouette team to showcase the flavours of the ocean and locally sourced ingredients from Eh Farms, including the exquisite Mangalitsa pork. Each dish promises to be a harmonious blend of taste and artistry.

As a sweet finale, Trico LivingWell Pastry Chef Theresa Bonar will present a delightful dessert that’s sure to leave you wanting more.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to savor exceptional food and drink in a cozy atmosphere. Reserve your spot today!

Aromas Specialist & Sommelier François Chartier, an incredible Canadian talent that has long been known as one of the world’s top sommeliers, teams up with one of Canada’s most renowned chefs Darren MacLean for an intimate sensory experience at the award-winning EIGHT.