Top Chef Parker Drop-In; TWB Birthday Plans

STRATHCONA— Book now for a one night only five-course vegetarian menu with Curtis Luk and Top Chef Canada season two alumnus Jimmy Stewart at The Parker on December 2. Tickets cost $49 which includes tax and can be purchased via email or phone reservations 604 779 3804. [Eaterwire]

WEST END— Festive season is kicking off at Forage as they're opening for lunch from Wednesday to Fridays beginning December 4 till 20th. Chef Chris Whittaker will be offering a four-course family-style menu for $28, with house-made cranberry preserve for each guest to take home. However, this reservation-only lunch is for minimum four people so phone a friend or three. Look online for further info and call 604-661-1400 to book. [Eaterwire]

YALETOWN— The Wine Bar are celebrating their first birthday on December 5 with an evening of giveaways and special treats from 5p.m. till midnight. Scoff free truffle popcorn and take part in the prize draws which will happen every 15 minutes. Many happy returns! [Eaterwire]