The Devour! Golden Tines Award Brunch
It’s baaaaacccckkkkk. Come join us for an unforgettable celebration of the 2024 festival as we host the return of our Devour! Golden Tine Awards Brunch. Renowned Chef Craig Flinn, a longtime friend of the festival, has curated a group of talented Nova Scotia chefs to create delicious brunch dishes showcasing local eggs–chefs Guy Pratt, Ian…
Read MoreA New Kind of Wilderness w/Scenes in a Coq au Vin
In a secluded Norwegian forest, the Payne family’s idyllic off-the-grid existence is upended by tragedy, forcing them to integrate into modern society. Through tender moments and shared love, the Paynes navigate challenges with resilience and compassion, offering a heartfelt and moving exploration of grief and acceptance in the face of change. Norway, 2024, 84 minutes…
Read MoreThe 9th Annual Great Devour! Community Chicken Supper
Devour! is excited to announce the return of our ninth annual event in support of regional food banks in the Annapolis Valley. We will be serving a delicious locally roasted chicken dinner with all the trimmings prepared by the legendary Chimney Swifts Cooking Club, along with our talented visiting chefs and volunteers. This event is…
Read MoreCulinary Workshop: Secrets to Living the Mediterranean Lifestyle w/Dario Tomaselli & Anita Heidema
Imagine savouring every moment, every bite, and every connection. In the Mediterranean, life is about waking up with purpose, embracing the day with vigour, and fostering meaningful relationships. This simple yet profound way of living centers on joy and contentment. Dario Tomaselli and Anita Heidema embraced this lifestyle when given a second chance, and it…
Read MoreHoly Cow w/Gone Good: Ode de Fromage
Totone’s carefree teenage life of drinking and dancing abruptly shifts when he becomes the sole provider for his 7-year-old sister. Desperate for income, he focuses on creating an award-winning comté cheese to win a competition prize, showcasing his determination and resilience in the face of adversity. France, 2024, 90 minutes Director: Louise Courvoisier Distributor: Zeitgeist…
Read MoreThe Best Pizza is in LA w/Pictou County Style Pizza
Filmmaker Pete Ferriero is determined to prove the best pizza is not in New York, Chicago, or Italy, but actually in Los Angeles. He embarks on a journey with celebrity chefs and special guests to uncover the rich history and diverse array of red sauce, cheese, and unconventional-topping pizza joints in LA. Featuring appearances by…
Read MoreClosing Gala: We Are Guardians w/The Everlasting Pea
We Are Guardians is a captivating documentary that sheds light on the struggles of Indigenous forest guardians and activists in their fight against deforestation. Through a mix of personal narratives and expert analysis, the film delves into the multifaceted issues surrounding the destruction of the Amazon Rainforest and its global consequences. Brazil/USA, 2023, 82 minutes…
Read MoreThe Big Picture Program: Seaweed Stories (Screening & Cooking Class)
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 stories and unique characters whose lives have been entangled by this often-overlooked marine organism, which may hold answers to some of humanity’s biggest challenges. USA, 2024, 30 minutes Director Jake…
Read MoreThe Big Picture Program: Priced to Thrill (Screening + Cooking Class)
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 store, beloved for its low prices and loyal clientele. Priced to Thrill documents the energetic team dedicated to making groceries affordable amidst rising costs, showcasing the community’s passion and commitment…
Read MoreThe Big Picture Program: Priced to Thrill (Screening + French Cooking Class)
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 store, beloved for its low prices and loyal clientele. Priced to Thrill documents the energetic team dedicated to making groceries affordable amidst rising costs, showcasing the community’s passion and commitment…
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