Vancouver’s top chefs are set to cook up a storm, February 20-24, 2013

Every aspiring home chef will meet their match at next month’s BC Home + Garden Show, where the Home Cooking Stage is set to play host to top culinary talent including Ned Bell from the Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver and YEW restaurant + bar, Chuck Currie of White Spot and Victor Bongo of Establishment. Happening February 20-24, 2013 at BC Place Stadium, the highly anticipated home improvement exhibition will have guests springing into the kitchen with demonstrations on everything from BBQ and beer pairings to comfort food and healthy recipes. For more information, visit bchomeandgardenshow.com.

OPENING NIGHT IS LADIES NIGHT! WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20

SHAW Cooking with Fire Chili Cook Off at 6PM*

Three firefighter duos from SHAW’s Cooking with Fire reconvene for an end-of-season rematch, as they concoct their best chili recipe in hot pursuit of bragging rights and a $1,000 donation to the community organization of their choice.

Deb Mohabir, Just Here for The Beer

Ladies Like Beer Too! at 7:30PM*

An intro to beer tasting for the adventurous woman who will discover there is more to beer than Super Bowl commercials.

FAMILY DAY PRESENTED BY DOMINION LENDING CENTRES & VANCOUVERMOM.CA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21

Chef Jonathan Chovancek, Growing Chefs

Healthy Kids in the Kitchen at 12:30PM* & 3:30PM*

A hands-on demonstration of fun, healthy recipes that families can prepare together using local, seasonal ingredients.

Tricia Sedgewick, The World in a Garden

Eat More Kale! at 1:30PM* 

Learn quick tips on how to grow, harvest and cook kale with recipes the whole family can enjoy from Tricia Sedgewick, principal registered holistic nutritionist at The World in a Garden.

Chef Ned Bell, Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver

Cooking Fun with Your Little Ones at 2:30PM*

Get the inside scoop on cooking delicious, family-friendly and fun recipes with the kids (watch for a special appearance from Chef Bell’s young son, Max).

Chef David Robertson, Dirty Apron Cooking School

Family Friendly & Fun to Make at 5PM*

Pizza gets a modern makeover! Learn to make a gourmet flat bread that the kids love to make as much as they love to eat it.

Chef Victor Bongo, Establishment

Cooking Local, Fresh & Healthy for the Family at 7PM*

Fresh local ingredients combine for a new twist on a classic family favourite – pasta!

BBQ & BEER DAY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Ron “Rockin’ Ronnie” Shewchuk, Barbecue Evangelist

The Joy of Meat at 1:30PM*

Learn the secrets of grilling success with three all-time favourite meats and easy, delicious ways to prepare them.

Rick Mohabir, Just Here for the Beer

Beer Sampling 101 at 3PM*

Learn all you need to know and more about your favourite beverage with this delightful introduction to the nuances of beer.

Angie Quaale, Queen of the Q

The Girl Can Grill at 5PM*

Tips, tricks and secrets for simple, tasty food on the BBQ that anyone can make.

Brian Misko, House of Q

Full Grilled Meals on Sticks at 6PM*

Skewers, kebobs and brochettes – whatever you call it, it’s a full grilled meal on a stick! Learn the techniques and styles of different foods on a stick.

Rick Mohabir, Just Here for the Ber

Think Beyond Wine! at 7:30PM*

A basic introduction to joy of beer and food pairings featuring BC’s finest local craft beer.

COMFORT FOOD DAY SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2013

Chef Chuck Currie, White Spot

Easy Comfort at 11:30AM*

Learn how to create popular comfort food dishes using simple techniques and delicious ingredients.

Chef Trevor Bird, Fable

Stew It Up at 2PM*

Get tips for concocting a soul nourishing, comfort food dish that anyone can make at home.

Chef Paul Shufelt, Leading Canadian Restaurateur 

Classic Comfort Food with a Contemporary Twist at 4PM* & 7:30PM

Your favourite comfort food classics have gone gourmet! Score secret recipes for Angus Beef sherphard’s pie, root beer braised Spirit View Ranch short ribs and parmesan mashed potatoes.

 Chef David Robertson, Dirty Apron Cooking School

Ultimate Comfort Food at 5:30PM*

Mac and cheese, redux. Get the goods to create a delectable homemade macaroni and cheese with lobster and mascarpone.

EAT HEALTHY, EAT LOCAL DAY SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2013

Jennifer Trecartin, My Edible Advice

Gluten Free: Wading Through the Trend at 11:30AM*

Gluten free: A passing trend or a lifestyle change? Navigate the world of all things gluten and scoop up some valuable take-home advice.

Chef Curtis Luk, Fable

Healthy Dessert – Yes, It Really Exists! at 1PM*

Learn how to whip up gourmet confectionary using healthy, local ingredients and pro techniques. It’s really possible!

Chef Greg Reid, Edible Canada

Farm to Table: Healthy Eating at 2:30PM*

Get the inside track on favourite home recipes using locally grown and raised ingredients.

Jennifer Trecartin, My Edible Advice

All About Smoothies at 4PM*

Get the ultimate smoothie recipes for beginners, intermediates and professional smoother connoisseurs, straight from the source.

About the BC Home + Garden Show

The BC Home + Garden Show (bchomeandgardenshow.com) has been a staple in consumers’ calendars since 1970, attracting more than 56,000 qualified visitors every spring. Produced by Marketplace Events (marketplaceevents.com), the show features high-interest exhibits, high-profile industry personalities and the latest home and lifestyle trends. Marketplace Events produces 34 home shows in 21 markets that collectively attract 1.1 million attendees and another 1.3 million unique web visitors annually