Live Music & Party featuring La Patente
It’s Friday night! Drink, dance, and mingle with new and old festival friends alike into the wee hours. Music by La Patente. Ticket Price: $20.00, live music and cash bar Sponsored by Audi Halifax Must be 19+ to attend in-person La Patente La Patente is a party—a band with explosive energy that ignites even the…
Read MoreLe Tour de l’Acadie (Bike Ride)
Our leading health, wellness, and sporting event each year! Join fellow cycling enthusiasts as they take part in this three-hour bike ride around the Annapolis Valley—enjoying fall foliage, the beauty of our landscape, a bit of wine (Lightfoot & Wolfville Winery), and a guided pass at key Acadian landmarks: Grand Pré National Historic Site, the…
Read MoreCajun Cooking w/Chef Patrick Mould
Straight out of Lafayette, Louisiana, celebrated Patrick Mould will dazzle us with tastes of the Bayou using fresh market products and fresh seafood from Louisiana, in the midst of a busy Saturday morning at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market. Snack and wander through one of Atlantic Canada’s true market gems. Free admission, Free samples Sponsored by…
Read MoreThe Acadian-Cajun Shorts Film Program w/Belle River, Turning Tides, Cafeteria & Infusion
Belle River In 2019, spring flooding in Mississippi hits record highs. The residents of Pierre-Part are preparing for the worst. Canada, 2022, 11 minutes Directors: Guillaume Fournier, Samuel Matteau, Yannick Nolin Turning Tides (La dernière batture) Summer trippers line up for the famous local fried clams and whole families dig for the white mollusc in…
Read MoreCulinary Workshop w/Chef Shane Robicheau
Enjoy a fascinating look at the culture of L’Acadie through its diverse and tasty cuisine with rising star chef Shane Robicheau from Clare, Nova Scotia. Ticket Price: $45.00, includes food samples Offered in French w/English translation Sponsored by Office of Acadian Affairs and Francophonie, Congrès mondial acadien, J.R. Mahoney Ltd., Chef Works Recipes: Râpure aux…
Read MoreDevour! Chowder Smackdown
This event remains one of the most popular at Devour!. Sample 8-10 chowders from visiting chefs and locals while overlooking the breathtaking view of the Tidal Bay. Who will be crowned the chowder champion in 2023? Ticket Price: $25.00, includes samples of 8-10 chowders Sponsored by IPC Securities, Landscape of Grand Pré, Nova Scotia Loyal,…
Read MoreForaging Workshop w/Gourmet by Nature – Sean & Tara Laceby
The dynamic duo behind Gourmet by Nature, Sean and Tara Laceby, will guide participants through the wild landscapes of Nova Scotia in search of late fall’s wild foods. They have been sourcing and using the bounty of foraged treasures from Nova Scotia year-round in their cooking and unique outdoor experiences. Ticket Price: $95.00 per guest,…
Read MoreTreasures of the bayous w/Acadiana
Treasures of the Bayous (Trésors des bayous) To the south, in beautiful Louisiana, live the descendants of a people who came from the north; their new home is surrounded by the Bayous. The original inhabitants fed on small animals, berries, roots, and fish. The newcomers had to adapt and discovered new culinary treasures in crawfish,…
Read MoreBourbon & Bites Workshop w/Chef Stephen Stryjewski & Ray Daniel
Beam-Suntory Brand Ambassador Ray Daniel guides us through a tasting of spectacular bourbons, while Chef Stephen Stryjewski from New Orleans wows us with a sampling of classic Cajun dishes to accompany. Ticket Price: $45.00, includes food and beverage samples Sponsored by BeamSuntory, Basil Hayden Bourbon, J.R. Mahoney Ltd., United States Consulate General – Halifax Offered…
Read MorePanel Discussion on Acadian & Cajun Food & Culture
Explore the fascinating interplay of French, Acadian and Cajun cultures in a captivating panel discussion that delves into their historical roots and enduring influences. Discover how these vibrant cultures have shaped themselves today, leaving an indelible mark on language, music, cuisine, and traditions. This panel will be moderated by Nathalie Geddry and features Dr. Sylvain…
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