September 1, 2024 — A unique dining experience is set to re-introduce what Filipino cuisine and culture mean for Canadians. Dubbed Indáy, culinary events are set for Vancouver on September 23 and 24 and Calgary on October 21 featuring four celebrated Canadian Filipino chefs from both British Columbia and Alberta.
Chefs featured are Rupert Garcia, chef de cuisine of Hawthorn Dining Room of the Fairmont Palliser in Calgary and JP Dublado, executive chef of Red Deer Casino and Resort. Both Garcia and Dublado bagged top prizes at this year’s Canadian Culinary Championships.
From Vancouver are Alden Ong, executive chef of Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand-nodded Farmer’s Apprentice and Ralph Cravalho, chef at Gary’s on 12th in South Granville.
Award-winning cookbook author and Canadian Culinary Championship judge Joie Alvaro Kent curates the events which are envisioned to showcase the best of Filipino food. In a statement, Alvaro Kent notes that “With Indáy, we want to nurture overall awareness of Philippine cuisine by spotlighting the talents of highly accomplished Filipino-Canadian chefs through a series of collaborative events across the country…we’re excited to welcome guests to experience each of their unique creations in one place.” Alvaro Kent partners with Lee’s Donuts co-owner Celine Bacani.
The seven-course prix fixe menu in the inaugural Vancouver event includes treats by Subo Bakes and Kasama Chocolate. Tickets to the September events are available here.
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