Butcher’s Garden Party Port Moody
Join us on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in Port Moody for an unforgettable evening of food, drink, and community spirit at A Butcher’s Garden Party. This exclusive fundraiser supports Butchery Team Canada as they prepare for the 2028 World Butchers’ Challenge. We’ll be pouring Sea Cider craft cider, both traditional and our non alcoholic bubbly delights, a reason alone to attend the Butcher’s Garden Party Port Moody.
About the Event
- What: A Butcher’s Garden Party
- When: Sunday, September 14, 2025 — 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Where: OpenRoad Toyota, 3166 St. Johns Street, Port Moody
- Why: Raise funds to support Butchery Team Canada’s journey to the 2028 World Butchers’ Challenge
- Tickets: $110 (all taxes and fees included) — Get Tickets Here
Meet the 2025 Team
Canada’s best butchers are training hard for international glory. The 2025 team includes:
Doug Easterbrook, Corey Meyer, Peter Baarda, Taryn Barker (2028 Team Captain), Dave Vander Velde, Brent Herrington, Damian Goriup, and Ben Carson.
Culinary & Beverage Talent
Expect a lineup of British Columbia’s finest chefs and beverage purveyors creating unique bites and pours for the evening.
Canapés
- Mark Barahona – Crisp Cuisine
- Colin Johnson – Le Petit Chapeau
- Kevin Ao – Le Bon Moment
- Mike Genest & Vincent Capitano – Food Service Solutions & Island Chef Pepper Co.
- Marni McMillan – The Fishmongers Daughter
- Deseree Lo – Chef Dez Lo Catering
- Vish Mayekar & Olaf Mertens – Elem Vancouver & Niagara College
- Karl Gregg – Rosie’s BBQ & Smokehouse
- Heat Laliberte – Friendship Catering & Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society
- Taryn Barker – The Little Butcher
Desserts
- Hiran Perera – The Barley Merchant
- Mandy Vial – La Salle College Vancouver
Beverages
- Cassandra Anderton – Sea Cider
- Parkside Brewery
- Rewind Brewery
- Celia Chiang – The Woods Spirit Co.
- Andrew Peller Limited
- Yellow Dog Brewing
Why Support Butchery Team Canada Butcher’s Garden Party Port Moody?
The World Butchers’ Challenge is known as the “Olympics of Meat.” In 2022, Butchery Team Canada made their debut in Sacramento, and in 2025 they placed 5th in Paris — just 1.5 points shy of first place. This incredible performance has secured their reputation among the world’s best.
Funds raised from this event will help cover training, travel, and competition expenses as the team works toward the 2028 Challenge.
Butcher’s Garden Party Port Moody Special Highlights
- Silent auction with exclusive items
- Goody bags for guests
- A lively cornhole tournament
Presented by OpenRoad Auto
This year’s event is proudly sponsored by OpenRoad Auto as part of their 25th Anniversary Road to 25 Community Event Series. OpenRoad Toyota in Port Moody is hosting the party and providing financial support to make this community celebration possible.
Join the Celebration
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy an evening of culinary excellence, sip on BC’s finest beverages, and support Canada’s butchers as they aim for gold on the world stage.
🎟️ Get your tickets now and follow along on Instagram: @abutchersgardenparty.
