Schedule – Month

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
The Big Picture Program: Seaweed Stories (Screening & Cooking Class)
Monday, October 20, 2025    
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Seaweed Stories- Recommended for Grades 6+ Narrated by Forest Whitaker, Seaweed Stories is a vibrant, global look at the wonders of seaweed. It features extraordinary [...]
The Big Picture Program: Priced to Thrill (Screening + Cooking Class)
Monday, October 20, 2025    
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Priced to Thrill - Recommended for Grades 7+ In the heart of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Gateway Meat Market stands out as a vibrant, family-owned grocery [...]
The Big Picture Program: Priced to Thrill (Screening + French Cooking Class)
Tuesday, October 21, 2025    
9:45 am - 11:45 am
Priced to Thrill - Recommended for Grades 7+ In the heart of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Gateway Meat Market stands out as a vibrant, family-owned grocery [...]
The Big Picture Program: Seaweed Stories (Screening & Cooking Class)
Tuesday, October 21, 2025    
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Seaweed Stories- Recommended for Grades 6+ Narrated by Forest Whitaker, Seaweed Stories is a vibrant, global look at the wonders of seaweed. It features extraordinary [...]
The Big Picture Program: Future Council
Wednesday, October 22, 2025    
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Future Council- Recommended for Grades 4+ In this inspiring documentary, director Damon Gameau (That Sugar Film) follows eight children on a thrilling adventure across Europe [...]
The Chef and The Daruma w/Leonard Cohen in the Eating Disorder Ward
Wednesday, October 22, 2025    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Chef & The Daruma  Hidekazu Tojo transformed sushi in North America with the introduction of the now iconic California Roll. Facing racism and cultural [...]
Blank Plate: Creating the Best Restaurant in the World w/ABCs of Oysters
Wednesday, October 22, 2025    
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Blank Plate: Creating the Best Restaurant in the World Blank Plate: Creating the Best Restaurant in the World chronicles the inspiring journey of Disfrutar, revealing [...]
Devour! Opening Gala Reception presented by Taste of Nova Scotia
Wednesday, October 22, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Experience a night of culinary excellence as Nova Scotia’s top chefs and beverage experts unite to create an unforgettable sensory adventure. Delight in innovative dishes [...]
Opening Gala Film: Blueberry Grunt
Wednesday, October 22, 2025    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
​​In Blueberry Grunt, Newfoundland writer-director Sherry White (Maudie) explores a marriage strained by shared trauma. During a seemingly innocent camping trip to pick blueberries, a [...]
The Exclusive Devour! Opening Gala After-Party w/Music by Nova Scotia's Blueberry Grunt
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 to Thursday, October 23, 2025    
9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Devour! Studios as we kick off the 15th edition of Devour! The Food Film Fest with our special [...]
Tous toqués w/Worth Your Salt
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tous toqués! (All Crazy!) In a quaint village on the Québec-US border, stern customs officer Sonia confiscates French chef Victor’s belongings, igniting an unlikely alliance. [...]
Luncheon at Le Caveau w/Elias Louie Deligianis & Renée Dechenes-O'Hagan
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Join us for a delightful three-course luncheon inspired by Bistro La Franquette, and curated by co-owners Renée Deschenes-O’Hagan and Chef Elias “Louie” Deligianis. Experience a [...]
Culinary Workshop w/Antonin Mousseau-Rivard
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join celebrated chef Antonin Mousseau-Rivard for an inspiring culinary workshop where gastronomy meets artistic expression. Learn to creatively reinterpret traditional Québec cuisine using local ingredients, [...]
Culinary Workshop w/Massimo Piedimonte
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join acclaimed chef Massimo Piedemonte for an engaging culinary workshop that showcases his innovative approach to Italian-inspired cuisine. Drawing from his experiences with culinary icons [...]
Taste of NS Awards Presentation
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Established in 2008, the Taste of Nova Scotia Awards celebrate the province’s culinary excellence. These awards shine a spotlight on the individuals and products that [...]
Spotlight Gala Film: Le Dernier repas w/Mercenaire
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Le dernier repas (The Last Supper) Reynold, dying from stomach cancer, recalls his past as a prisoner while unable to eat normally. After 20 years [...]
Montréal Night Market
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening that celebrates the incredible culinary scene of Montréal and Nova Scotia. Indulge in signature small bites crafted by more [...]
Shepherds w/Chien de Sang
Thursday, October 23, 2025    
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Bergers (Shepherds) Mathyas leaves his Montréal advertising career to embrace a shepherd’s life in the south of France. Confronted by the challenges of rural living, [...]
Devour! Speakeasy w/Music by Vaëlle
Thursday, October 23, 2025 to Friday, October 24, 2025    
9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Step into our Devour! Speakeasy, where the vibe transforms from lively dining to an intimate space perfect for late-night networking and unforgettable shenanigans. Delight in [...]
Salt Lick Podcast w/Lesley Chesterman & David MacMillan: Surviving the Mid-Career Burnout
Friday, October 24, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Surviving the mid-career burnout Chefs have been looking at ways to survive in a profession where mid-career burnouts are more common than not. Some turn [...]
Agatha's Almanac w/Msit No'kmaq
Friday, October 24, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Agatha's Almanac  Agatha’s Almanac is a sensuous portrait of Agatha, a 90-year-old woman who lives a solitary life on her ancestral farm, preserving heirloom seeds. [...]
Luncheon at Le Caveau w/Massimo Piedimonte & Jason Lynch
Friday, October 24, 2025    
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Join us for a delightful three-course luncheon with expertly paired wines, crafted by renowned chef Massimo Piedimonte and Le Caveau’s Jason Lynch. Drawing from his [...]
Luncheon at Lightfoot and Wolfville w/Emma Cardarelli & Chris Pyne
Friday, October 24, 2025    
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Join acclaimed chefs Emma Cardarelli and Chris Pyne for a remarkable three-course luncheon at Lightfoot Winery. This collaborative dining experience combines Emma’s culinary expertise and [...]
Culinary Workshop w/Elias Louie Deligianis & Renée Dechenes-O'Hagan
Friday, October 24, 2025    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Join co-owners Renée Dechenes-O’Hagan and Elias Louie Deligianis for an engaging culinary workshop inspired by their restaurant Bistro La Franquette. Experience their unique blend of [...]
The Hands That Feed Us w/The Meadowlark's Call
Friday, October 24, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Hands That Feed Us Filmmaker Devon Cooke embarks on an eye-opening journey across Canada to uncover the financial struggles of farmers. Through hands-on experiences [...]
Culinary Workshop w/Danny Smiles
Friday, October 24, 2025    
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Join celebrated chef Danny Smiles for an exciting culinary workshop, where he will showcase innovative dishes inspired by his Italian and Egyptian heritage. Experience his [...]
Still Single w/Oliver
Friday, October 24, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Still Single  Still Single follows Chef Masaki Saito, Canada’s sole Michelin Two-Star chef, as he redefines omakase dining. This intimate documentary journeys from his rural [...]
Devour! Chefs & Short Gala Dinner
Friday, October 24, 2025    
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Join us for Devour!’s signature showpiece event that has been presented worldwide, from Fogo Island to The Bahamas, from Sonoma to New York. This exclusive [...]
Ali Eats America w/The Creative Handshake - Luca Carli
Friday, October 24, 2025    
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Ali Eats America  Seventeen-year-old Ali Allouche, who is battling cancer, binges on food shows with his mom during chemo treatments. Inspired by Anthony Bourdain, and [...]
Devour! Speakeasy w/DJ KIWI
Friday, October 24, 2025 to Saturday, October 25, 2025    
10:30 pm - 1:00 am
Step into our Devour! Speakeasy, where the vibe transforms from lively dining to an intimate space perfect for late-night networking and unforgettable shenanigans. Delight in [...]
Morning Flow: Yoga by the Sea
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
8:30 am - 9:15 am
Greet the day, embrace wellness, and join our vibrant community at an energizing early morning yoga session by the ocean! Perfect for all ages and [...]
Le Tour de l'Acadie Bike Ride
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Devour! is proud to present the eighth edition of the Le Tour de l’Acadie Bike Ride, our leading health, wellness, and sporting event. This engaging [...]
The Art of Cookbook Writing
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
The Art and Evolution of Cookbook Writing: Inspiration, Process, and Impact Join Jonathan Cheung, chef and owner of Appetite for Books, as he hosts a [...]
Lowland Kids w/Ekbeh
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Lowland Kids  As waters rise in the American South, siblings Howard and Juliette face the impending loss of their childhood home on Isle de Jean [...]
Devour! Poutine Smackdown
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Get ready for an exciting culinary showdown as some of Nova Scotia’s most talented chefs and restaurants compete head-to-head in a quest to create the [...]
Culinary Workshop w/Ariel Schor
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Join chef Ari Schor for a captivating culinary workshop based on Restaurant Beba, named one of the World’s 50 Best Discovery restaurants. Get inspired by [...]
Resonance Acadie w/Trécarré: à la source du son de la Baie Sainte-Maire
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Resonance Acadie (Acadian Resonance) Resonance Acadie follows the journey of 10 young artists from the Acadian diaspora. They are invited to create a work of [...]
Beverage Workshop: Natural Wines w/Sommelier Ryan Gray
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Join sommelier Ryan Gray for an informative beverage workshop on natural wines. Discover the unique characteristics and benefits of these wines, guided by Ryan’s expertise [...]
Animals in War w/The Eating of an Orange & Hurikán
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Animals in War  Animals in War is a poignant anthology film based on six true stories of animals affected by the war in Ukraine. A [...]
Devour! Lobster Fais do-do
Saturday, October 25, 2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for an unforgettable Lobster Supper at the Wolfville Farmers Market, featuring a delightful Acadian and Cajun twist! Experience the culinary skills of NSCC [...]
Devour! Saturday Night Concert & Party w/Music by Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers
Saturday, October 25, 2025 to Sunday, October 26, 2025    
9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Join us for an unforgettable evening of dancing and celebration at the Audi Halifax Stage in Devour! Studios, as we toast to another successful festival! [...]
The Devour! Golden Tines Award Brunch - Cabane à Sucre Takeover hosted by Jean-Sébastien Giguère
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Experience a unique blend of festive celebration as Chef Jean-Sébastien Giguère of La Cabane du Coureur turns our brunch on its head with a delightful [...]
Shorts Program - The Leap, Spring Tide, The Feast, Fille de l'eau
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Leap (El Paso) In the Cuban countryside, two children embark on a daring journey across a lagoon, seeking the truth behind vanishing cattle and [...]
Culinary Workshop: Sharpen Your Knife Skills w/Jonathan Cheung & Peter Nowlan
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join Jonathan Cheung and Peter Nowlan for an enlightening culinary workshop. Learn the essential techniques of knife sharpening from Peter’s extensive expertise and enhance your [...]
Foraging Workshop w/Stéphane Levac
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join Indigenous Chef Stéphane Levac for an immersive 4-hour foraging expedition in Nova Scotia. Discover the region’s wild edibles as Stéphane shares his expertise in [...]
Divine Remedy w/pb&p
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Divine Remedy In a comedy of errors, four unsuspecting priests from Iceland are dispatched by their Bishop to Spain's Rioja region in search of quality [...]
The 10th Annual Great Devour! Community Cajun Chicken Supper w/Music by Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us for the 10th annual Devour! event supporting regional food banks in the Annapolis Valley! Enjoy a delicious locally roasted Cajun chicken dinner, expertly [...]
Shelf Life w/Cultured
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Shelf Life  This whimsical documentary invites viewers into the enchanting world of cheese, featuring a vibrant cast of cheesemakers and cheesemongers. With humour and insightful [...]
Closing Gala Film: Partir un Jour w/Vendredi Soir
Sunday, October 26, 2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Partir un jour (Leave One Day) Cécile is on the brink of realizing her dream of opening a gourmet restaurant in Paris when her father [...]