If you’re a foodie who loves fun immersive dining experiences, then you’ll love what Bite of Burnaby is doing this year!
This year, the festival isn’t just about set-course menus.
For the first time, they’ve added several limited-time food workshops and dinners.
From mastering the art of miso-making to getting covered in colour at a Holi feast, here’s what’s cooking this March.
1. Japanese Miso Making Class
Ever wanted to make your own miso from scratch?
Now’s your chance!
Join this hands-on workshop to learn the magic behind fermentation, guided by miso expert Tonami from Vankoji Foods.
You’ll mix, ferment, and leave with your own batch of future umami gold. It’s the perfect flex for your foodie friends six months down the line when your homemade miso is ready.
Date & Time: March 8 (Session 1: 11 AM – 1 PM | Session 2: 2 PM – 4 PM)
Cost: $73.50 | Nikkei Members: $58.80
Address: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby BC
2. Flavours of Holi: A Celebration of Colours, Culture & Cuisine
Get ready to throw some colour, dance to festive beats, and indulge in a feast worthy of celebration.
Holi is all about joy, unity, and vibrant energy, and this event has it all—organic colour play, interactive water jets, live music, and a loaded Indian buffet.
Date & Time: March 15, 12 PM – 3 PM
Cost: $35 (Includes Holi-themed items & buffet)
Address: Kurrywala Indian Restaurant, 7660 6th St. Burnaby BC
3. Dinneraad: A Fusion of Authentic Cuisine & Artisanal Mastery
Dageraad Brewing and Summit & Savour Catering are bringing craft beer and West Coast cuisine together for an unforgettable culinary event.
Set in Dageraad’s rustic brewery, this intimate dining experience pairs award-winning Belgian-inspired beers with locally sourced dishes.
Date & Time: March 28 & 29, 6 PM – 9 PM
Cost: $86.53 per guest
Address: Dageraad Brewing, 3191 Thunderbird Crescent #114
4. Chocolate Truffle Workshop
Calling all chocolate lovers!
This interactive workshop, led by local chocolatier Coconama, will teach you how to roll, dust, and decorate your very own handcrafted truffles.
Perfect for a parent-child bonding experience or just a fun excuse to eat chocolate straight from the source. You’ll leave with 20 truffles—assuming you don’t eat them all on the way home.
Date & Time: March 20 (Session 1: 1 PM – 2:10 PM | Session 2: 3:30 PM – 4:40 PM)
Cost: $45.69 | Nikkei Members: $36.79 (Includes one adult & one child)
Address: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby BC
5. Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Making Workshop
Ever wondered how chocolate is made?
Unleash your inner chocolatier in this hands-on, vegan-friendly workshop, where you’ll transform raw cacao beans into rich, velvety chocolate.
Date & Time: March 20, 6 PM – 8 PM
Cost: $56.81 | Nikkei Members: $45.69
Address: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby BC
6. Taste of Trattoria
If you dream of twirling fresh pasta while sipping wine in an intimate garden setting, this one’s for you.
Trattoria by Italian Kitchen is hosting an exclusive long-table dining experience with handcrafted pastas, tableside prosciutto, indulgent mains, and their famous signature tiramisu, prepared right before your eyes.
Date & Time: March 22, 6 PM – 9 PM
Cost: $85 per guest
Address: Trattoria by Italian Kitchen, 4501 Kingsway #102
This year’s lineup of events is packed with unique experiences that celebrate Burnaby’s diverse culture, flavour, and community.
So grab your tickets, bring your appetite, and get ready to eat your way through Burnaby this March.
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