Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields September 8, 2024
We’re excited to pour Sea Cider at the Feast of Fields in Vancouver. We just had fun at the Victoria Festival last week. Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields is on September 8th at Athiana Acres in Steveston, and we’ll be pouring various sparkling and non-alcoholic ciders. TICKETS
Chefs and Makers
Many new and returning presenters are joining us for this year’s feast, including H Tasting Lounge, Chop & Chew, Remix Snacks, Abandoned Rail Brewing, Folke Restaurant, and many more! Meet the Chefs and Makers
VIP Experience
Elevate your experience at Feast of Fields with the limited VIP package. Enjoy a private tasting with Bar Gobo and a guided tour of Athiana Acres. VIP guests will also get access to enter Feast 30 minutes early for their special experience, receive an exclusive gift bag, a souvenir cedar plate, a private area to gather, relax and enjoy their Feast bites, and a $75 tax receipt.
Presenting Sponsor – Tourism Richmond
Tourism Richmond is the Presenting Sponsor for Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields! As your go-to destination for planning your next weekend getaway, they offer a wealth of information on all the exciting things to do in Richmond, BC. Learn how they drive sustainability in the tourism industry while helping you discover the best this vibrant city offers! Read more on this Blog.
Flower Bar and Market
Curate your own bouquet at the Metro Vancouver Feast with a unique experience at the Athiana Acres Flower Bar, where their talented head florist, Kalen, will be making bouquets on the spot. Choose from various freshly harvested flowers from the field, or share some thoughts about what you’re hoping for with your bouquet, and let Kalen put together a customized bouquet just for you! Bouquets will be $10.Athiana also has an on-site market with dozens of certified organic products freshly harvested from the fields – ranging from leafy greens to beets to garlic to peppers. If you want to try a bit of everything, Harvest Boxes are available, including a curated mix of in-season products. Check out their market at the Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields!
Chef Adrian’s Grilled Lemon Herb-brined Chicken Breast
Chef Adrian Beaty of Salt & Thyme was recently on Global BC, one of our proud sponsors, previewing the delicious food he will be offering at Feast of Fields. Watch the video to get a mouthwatering look at what is to come, and get some tips on better barbecue chicken! Watch VideoSilent Auction
Make sure to stop by the Silent Auction table at Feast! You’ll have the chance to win some fantastic prizes and experiences, such as a 2-night stay in a two-bedroom suite at the Tantalus Lodge in Whistler, 2 x $50 gift certificates for Athiana’s Market plus a pair of tickets to any 2024 workshop of your choice, a 2-bottle wine gift pack with complimentary wine tasting from Mythology Vineyard, and much more!
Parking and Transportation
We encourage Feast guests to carpool, bike or take transit. Please plan on a safe ride home.
Biking: We have an area designated for bike parking inside the gates at Athiana Acres.
Feast Bus: Hop on our Feast bus, which will take you directly to the farm and back from Lonsdown Skytrain Station. Tickets must be purchased in advance through Eventbrite, printed off, or on your mobile device and brought with you. Feast bus pick-up will be located outside the Lansdowne Skytrain Station.
Parking: Parking for Feast guests will be provided at McMath Secondary School, located at 4251 Garry St, in Richmond. The lot gates will open between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. A Feast shuttle will transport guests to and from the farm in a 4-minute ride. There is no general parking available during Feast at Athiana Acres. There is limited street parking; if you choose to park on the street, please avoid any restrictions.
If you require accessible parking, please email mvfeast@farmfolkcityfolk.ca, and we will send you specific directions to access parking. Onsite parking will be available for those with a valid parking permit.
Souvenir Cedar Plates
Remember to purchase your souvenir cedar plate! Cedar plates are $10 and are available for pre-purchase on Eventbrite or at the welcome tent.
All of our food and beverage participants donate their products and time to Feast of Fields– for which we are very grateful. Funds raised at Feast of Fields support our work cultivating local, sustainable food systems across British Columbia. For more information on how you can help us support sustainable agriculture and celebrate local food in BC, please visit us at www.farmfolkcityfolk.ca.
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