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Register To Take Part In Cooks Camp 2021

Although this year’s event will not see an en-mass gathering of hospitality industry staff on a farm in the Pemberton Valley, the spirit behind Cooks Camp 2021 remains strong: to provide a place for lively campfire conversations, camaraderie, and information sharing aimed at both celebrating and transforming the hospitality industry. To this end, the Chefs Table Society and Cooks Camp organizers have put together an itinerary scheduled for Wednesday, September 15th.

Topics covered include: Healthy and Healing Workplace Culture; Business Development and Community Building; How to Publish a Cookbook; Work Life Balance; The Importance of Mentorship and the Sustainability of the Cook; and media relations.

From culinary students and floor managers to dishwashers, bartenders and executive chefs – all kitchen and hospitality staff are encouraged to participate in this free event on Wednesday, September 15 from Noon-3pm. Details and registration here.

This Week at the 2024 Capture Photography Festival

In order to make the most of the festival over the week/weekend ahead, here are our top five picks to add to your itinerary.

Basta BBQ is Breaking the Barbecue Seal on Sunday, April 21st

Smell that? BBQ season is fast approaching, and the team behind Basta BBQ are primed to get grilling ASAP!

Hit East Van for the 2nd Annual Vancouver Brewers Fest, April 19-28th

Since a single person (and liver) can only handle so many beers and beer-drinking celebrations, some prioritizing is in order. Topping off our list of events is the imminent (and, in our opinion, non-negotiable) Vancouver Brewers Fest.

Get to Know the Gastown Izakaya Giving Vancouver’s After-Hours Scene Exactly What it Wants

Oku Izakaya is quickly carving out its niche as the go-to spot for hospitality folks looking for a post-shift destination to chill and decompress.