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Standing Snack Bar with Chef Phil Scarfone September 17
Standing snack bar experience at Mæst Food studio, the front space of La Fabrique St-George Winery. Ticket includes three seasonal snack plates and gratuity. Wine and additional drinks are available separately at the FSG counter.
No walk-in tickets, this event is advanced ticket holders only.
Inspired by the slow side of standing food and drink culture in Japan and Europe, each edition features a guest chef from fine dining background serving thoughtful seasonal snacks alongside FSG’s natural wines in relaxed, low-key atmosphere.
After the event, guests are welcome to move into the seating area and continue enjoying the winery atmosphere at their own pace.
Time slots are limited. We recommend reserving your spot early.
Seating time : 6:15 / 7:30/ 8:45
The menu is entirely vegetarian. No dietely substitutions.
Location — , 7 East 7th Ave, Vancouver
Standing Snack Bar with Chef Phil Scarfone
For this special edition of Standing Snack Bar, we welcome Chef Phil Scarfone.
Phil was runner-up on Season 7 of Top Chef Canada and previously served as Head Chef at Nightingale.
He later became Culinary Director of Banda Volpi, the restaurant group behind Savio Volpe, La Tana, Pepino’s and Elio Volpe.
An avid forager, Phil spends much of his time exploring British Columbia’s forests and mountains.
He now runs No.8 Provisions, his Vancouver-based prepared meal delivery business focused on seasonal ingredients and local producers.
For one evening, Phil joins us at Mæst Food Studio to serve three vegetarian snacks for Standing Snack Bar.
Wine from La Fabrique St-George will be available for purchase at the counter.
September 17, 2026
Mæst Food Studio at La Fabrique St-George
7 E 7th Ave, Vancouver
Three vegetarian snacks
Each seating is approximately one hour.
Please arrive at your reserved time.
Menu to be announced.Notes:
Standing-style event
Please note that outside beverages are not permitted. Wine and other drinks can be purchased from Fabrique St-George during the event.
Individual portions, not designed for sharing
Please inform us of dietary restrictions in advance. The menu is entirely vegetarian, and a vegan option is available. Please let us know when placing your order if you would like the vegan option, as we are unable to accommodate dietary changes on the day of the event.
All ticket sales are final
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Curator & Director of the event : Tomoko Tahara
Chef | Food culture Researcher | Founder of Mæst Food
Tomoko Tahara is a Vancouver-based chef with over a decade of experience in ethical, plant-based cooking.
Her culinary work focus on sustainable, seasonal ingredients, often foraged or sourced from local farms, using fermentation or other unique technique and is guided by a deep respect for technique, culture, and nature.
Tomoko has honed her skills at some of Vancouver’s most respected restaurants, including AnnaLena, Published on main, and The Acorn. She also served as head chef at Harken Coffee, where her inventive, ingredient-focused approach brought a new perspective to plant-based cafe.Her training includes an internship at Inua(closed by pandemic)—the Tokyo-based sister restaurant to Noma—and two terms at the MAD Academy in Copenhagen (2022 & 2024), where she further developed her focus on sustainability, fermentation, and leadership in the kitchen.
Feedback from past guests:
“Mæst Food offers one of the most thoughtful plant-based dining experiences in Vancouver — seasonal, creative and deeply considered.”
— Alicia, Vancouver
“Tomoko’s cooking is incredibly innovative and beautifully executed. Every detail feels intentional, creating an intimate and memorable experience.”
— Jace, Vancouver
“Wonderful and creative vegan gastronomy. A rare and much-needed addition to Vancouver’s food scene.”
— Dali, Vancouver
“Thoughtful, inventive and unlike anything else plant-based events in Vancouver. Every Mæst dinner feels intimate, memorable and beautifully executed.”
— Erin, Vancouver
“I first discovered Tomoko’s cooking at Harken Coffee, where her thoughtful, deeply satisfying food was as memorable as the space itself. Years later, I attended one of her tasting menu experiences and was equally impressed.
Tomoko’s cuisine brings together foraged ingredients, seasonal vegetables, fermentation, and contemporary technique through a uniquely Japanese perspective. Every dish is carefully considered, beautifully presented, and full of unexpected flavours.
Beyond the food, the experience creates a genuine sense of connection and hospitality, making each tasting menu feel personal, memorable, and unlike a conventional restaurant meal.”
Brandon, Vancouver
Looking for private dinner experience in your space? Click here
Standing snack bar experience at Mæst Food studio, the front space of La Fabrique St-George Winery. Ticket includes three seasonal snack plates and gratuity. Wine and additional drinks are available separately at the FSG counter.
No walk-in tickets, this event is advanced ticket holders only.
Inspired by the slow side of standing food and drink culture in Japan and Europe, each edition features a guest chef from fine dining background serving thoughtful seasonal snacks alongside FSG’s natural wines in relaxed, low-key atmosphere.
After the event, guests are welcome to move into the seating area and continue enjoying the winery atmosphere at their own pace.
Time slots are limited. We recommend reserving your spot early.
Seating time : 6:15 / 7:30/ 8:45
The menu is entirely vegetarian. No dietely substitutions.
Location — , 7 East 7th Ave, Vancouver
Standing Snack Bar with Chef Phil Scarfone
For this special edition of Standing Snack Bar, we welcome Chef Phil Scarfone.
Phil was runner-up on Season 7 of Top Chef Canada and previously served as Head Chef at Nightingale.
He later became Culinary Director of Banda Volpi, the restaurant group behind Savio Volpe, La Tana, Pepino’s and Elio Volpe.
An avid forager, Phil spends much of his time exploring British Columbia’s forests and mountains.
He now runs No.8 Provisions, his Vancouver-based prepared meal delivery business focused on seasonal ingredients and local producers.
For one evening, Phil joins us at Mæst Food Studio to serve three vegetarian snacks for Standing Snack Bar.
Wine from La Fabrique St-George will be available for purchase at the counter.
September 17, 2026
Mæst Food Studio at La Fabrique St-George
7 E 7th Ave, Vancouver
Three vegetarian snacks
Each seating is approximately one hour.
Please arrive at your reserved time.
Menu to be announced.Notes:
Standing-style event
Please note that outside beverages are not permitted. Wine and other drinks can be purchased from Fabrique St-George during the event.
Individual portions, not designed for sharing
Please inform us of dietary restrictions in advance. The menu is entirely vegetarian, and a vegan option is available. Please let us know when placing your order if you would like the vegan option, as we are unable to accommodate dietary changes on the day of the event.
All ticket sales are final
==============================================================================================
Curator & Director of the event : Tomoko Tahara
Chef | Food culture Researcher | Founder of Mæst Food
Tomoko Tahara is a Vancouver-based chef with over a decade of experience in ethical, plant-based cooking.
Her culinary work focus on sustainable, seasonal ingredients, often foraged or sourced from local farms, using fermentation or other unique technique and is guided by a deep respect for technique, culture, and nature.
Tomoko has honed her skills at some of Vancouver’s most respected restaurants, including AnnaLena, Published on main, and The Acorn. She also served as head chef at Harken Coffee, where her inventive, ingredient-focused approach brought a new perspective to plant-based cafe.Her training includes an internship at Inua(closed by pandemic)—the Tokyo-based sister restaurant to Noma—and two terms at the MAD Academy in Copenhagen (2022 & 2024), where she further developed her focus on sustainability, fermentation, and leadership in the kitchen.
Feedback from past guests:
“Mæst Food offers one of the most thoughtful plant-based dining experiences in Vancouver — seasonal, creative and deeply considered.”
— Alicia, Vancouver
“Tomoko’s cooking is incredibly innovative and beautifully executed. Every detail feels intentional, creating an intimate and memorable experience.”
— Jace, Vancouver
“Wonderful and creative vegan gastronomy. A rare and much-needed addition to Vancouver’s food scene.”
— Dali, Vancouver
“Thoughtful, inventive and unlike anything else plant-based events in Vancouver. Every Mæst dinner feels intimate, memorable and beautifully executed.”
— Erin, Vancouver
“I first discovered Tomoko’s cooking at Harken Coffee, where her thoughtful, deeply satisfying food was as memorable as the space itself. Years later, I attended one of her tasting menu experiences and was equally impressed.
Tomoko’s cuisine brings together foraged ingredients, seasonal vegetables, fermentation, and contemporary technique through a uniquely Japanese perspective. Every dish is carefully considered, beautifully presented, and full of unexpected flavours.
Beyond the food, the experience creates a genuine sense of connection and hospitality, making each tasting menu feel personal, memorable, and unlike a conventional restaurant meal.”
Brandon, Vancouver
Looking for private dinner experience in your space? Click here