Alfresco Vancouver
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Review from Courtney M.
Halifax, NS
10/19/2010 1 photo
Would that a 6 star review were possible for that really superawesomecool event/locale that we all stumble across once in a blue moon. Perhaps you'd be able to unlock it after writing 500 reviews, like some sort of yelp/super mario hybrid.
Alfresco Tonight is described best by the creators as: "Alfresco brings together old friends, with new, celebrating great food, public space, spontaneity, and surprise. In a flash mob fashion, diners meet, set up, share food, and dismantle. The location is kept secret till the evening prior. Part slow food, part art installation, Alfresco is an urban curiosity."
The creators of Alfresco are aiming to encourage local consumption, a heightened appreciation of the outdoors, increased community together-ly-ness, delicious eating, and sustainability via the 'leave no trace' motto. Find me something NOT to love about this concept.
The most recent Alfresco night took place at the Davie Street community garden. Little tea lights glimmered while folks from all walks chatted merrily amongst autumn leaves. Some were even able to boast about the fruits of their own garden plot.
Something about bringing people together in this way is just really wonderful. How often do you share a meal with someone new, or eat something totally unheard of only to find out it's manna. All this while gaining a deeper appreciation for the city and those locally sourced items that can be found right at our fingertips?
So what do you say, Halifax? Who wants to try this Van based trend and picnic with me? :)
ps: this event is free other than the cost of creating your own pot-latch style dish!
