Beam Suntory Bourbon Brand Ambassador Ray Daniel—along with official festival photographers Andrew Donovan and Crissie Brenton of Phototype—will co-host an interactive cocktail and photography session. While Ray presents five make-at-home cocktail basics using the brands Makers Mark, Sipsmith, Knob Creek, Basil Hayden, and Jim Beam Black, Andrew and Crissie will show you how to capture…

All aboard the Bubbles Bus! It’s time to drink in the beautiful Gaspereau Valley. This tour features three tastings per vineyard at two of the region’s finest purveyors of traditional-method sparkling wines: Benjamin Bridge and L’Acadie Vineyards. $45 per guest; round trip is 2 hours Sponsored by Benjamin Bridge, L’Acadie Vineyards, and the Municipality of…

This striking portrait captures the story of 82-year-old Firouzeh, one of the last female sheepherders working in the traditional way in Iran. She’s an indomitable woman who wrestles with her family’s choices, and ultimately chooses independence. Iran, 2018, 54 minutes Director Yaser Talebi Distributor ELI Image Côte de Boeuf Festival fave director James Reid returns…

Two episodes of Italian-Canadian Chef David Rocco’s Dolce Italia are in-depth looks at the food and modern culture of Italy. First up is eating like a REAL Roman and not like a tourist. The second is an inspiring look at an Italian prison where female inmates are learning to make artisanal cheese in advance of…

We’re back with the fifth edition of our largest free outdoor event. Look out for some of your favourite food trucks, along with delectable dishes from restaurants and vendors from the county. Come with your family, friends or even sneak out on your own for an al fresco snack between movies. Participating vendors so far…

Chef Primo (Tony Shalhoub) and businessman Secondo (Stanley Tucci) are immigrant brothers from Italy who open their dream restaurant in New Jersey. However, Primo’s authentic food is too unfamiliar for the locals’ tastes, and the restaurant is struggling. When bandleader Louis Prima is scheduled to appear at their restaurant, the two brothers put all of…

This five-course dinner prepared by a slate of all female chefs inspired by the film Big Night. Paola Colucci, Pianostrada Laboratorio di Cucina, Rome Renée Lavallée, The Canteen, Dartmouth Melissa Kelly, Primo, Maine Alida Solomon, Tutti Matti, Toronto $150 per guest; ticket includes wine pairings, and ticket to the After Party – Devour! Italiano. Sponsored…

A UFC fighter’s world is turned upside down when he discovers an elite group of world-renowned athletes and scientists who prove that everything he had been taught about protein was a lie. Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. USA, 2018, 90 minutes Director Louie Psihoyos Distributor The Game Changers Masters  It’s crunch time and a frazzled young woman…

The world’s best sommeliers have three days to demonstrate a lifetime of study at the prestigious World Sommelier Competition. It’s the ultimate expression of a fascinating culture that gives new meaning to the fabulous myths and mysteries of the world of wine. Argentina, 2019, 90 minutes Director Nicolás Carreras Distributor Latitido Films The Sommelier Winning…

When a moon hits your eye, like a big pizza pie…that’s amore! Join us for a party in honour of our Celebrity Headliner Guest, Lidia Bastianich, and this year’s regional theme, Celebrating Italian Food & Cinema. Admittance with a festival badge or ticket; one drink ticket included; restricted to 19 years of age or older.…