The Big Picture Program: Cafeteria (Screening & Cooking Class)
For the past eight years, Devour! and Nourish Nova Scotia have presented an engaging series of films with youth in mind, shining the spotlight on many subjects—such as sugar, food waste, and climate change—for Nova Scotia students of all ages. Since its inception, almost 4,000 school children have attended screenings and workshops. This year, we…
Read MoreThe Big Picture Program: The Orchard (Screening & Cooking Class)
For the past eight years, Devour! and Nourish Nova Scotia have presented an engaging series of films with youth in mind, shining the spotlight on many subjects—such as sugar, food waste, and climate change—for Nova Scotia students of all ages. Since its inception, almost 4,000 school children have attended screenings and workshops. This year, we…
Read MoreA Chef for Dali w/Mermaid
A Chef for Dali Fernando, a talented chef, arrives in the village of Cadaqués during the 70s, where internationally renowned Salvador Dalí happens to reside. The chef and artist’s paths eventually cross, causing the birth of a new culinary genius. Spain, 2023, 115 minutes Director: David Pujol Distributor: Loco Films Mermaid Sisilie is about to…
Read MoreCrush: Message in a Bottle w/XXVI Talhas – Amphora wine made in Portugal
Crush: Message in a Bottle A snapshot of time. A portrait of a region. A manifesto for change. There’s a growing movement of winegrowers and winemakers using eco-conscious practices to reduce their carbon footprint—merging modern and traditional techniques to infuse their craft with authenticity in Canada. Canada, 2023, 78 minutes Director: Maya Gallus Distributor: Red…
Read MoreDevour! Opening Gala Reception presented by Taste of Nova Scotia
The 13th edition of Devour! will kick off with the Devour! Opening Gala Reception presented by Taste of Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia’s finest chefs and beverage purveyors coming together to create a sensory exploration in celebration of French Cuisine et Culture. Sponsored by Taste of Nova Scotia Must be 19+ to attend in person Menu…
Read MoreDevour! Opening Gala Film: Zachary Richard, Cajun Heart
Zachary Richard, Cajun Heart (Zachary Richard toujours batailleur) World-renowned singer Zachary Richard is on a quest to understand why Acadians and Cajuns are such resilient people and the pertinence of the Acadian identity today. He traces the journey of his heritage in the Acadian areas of the Maritime provinces of Canada to discover the trials…
Read MoreThe Exclusive Devour! Opening Gala After-Party w/Live Music by the Donald MacLennan Trio
Special guests, delegates, and sponsors of the 13th edition of Devour! The Food Film Fest will schmooze into the wee hours at Devour! Studios. Celebrate and raise a glass of one of our Devour! signature cocktails and chow down on authentic Nova Scotian fare, ranging from fresh oysters from Sober Island Oysters to rappie pie…
Read MoreInauguration of Québec Day at Devour! The Food Film Fest
Thanks to a new partnership with the Bureau du Québec dans les Provinces atlantiques, a delegation of Québec’s best food producers, chefs, food experts, and manufacturers will join us at this year’s festival. This event will kick off what we hope will be a fruitful trip fostering inter-provincial, food-industry connections. Ticket Price: Free admission Offered…
Read MoreCulinary Workshop: The Gastronomy of Québec
Highly-regarded Québec City Chef Stéphane Modat will wow us with his usage of Québec ingredients, and he should know, after being the executive chef of the venerated Chateau Frontenac and now his own restaurant Le Clan in Old Québec. Creativity abounds in this chef who will combine products in unique ways for a true tasting…
Read MoreStella w/Ars Longa, Vita Brevis
Stella The Michelin Guide is one of the most influential and notoriously secretive institutions in gastronomy, and the awarding of its Michelin Star is steeped in glamour. There has never been a pizzeria anywhere in the world to receive this coveted award. Passionate Neapolitan pizzaiolo, Ciro Oliva, hopes to change this. USA/Italy, 2022, 78 minutes…
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