Is this dinner suitable for dietary restrictions?

Severe allergies should be disclosed at purchase; the chef will contact you to confirm accommodations.

Can I bring my own wine or drinks?

Yes, the event is BYOB, and wine pairing suggestions are available upon request.

Where is the dinner held?

In Chef Robin's private home kitchen in Vancouver, creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere.

How many courses will be served?

Guests can expect a multi-course dinner featuring seasonal dishes with Latin influences.

Is there parking available?

Street parking is available but limited; arrange alternative transportation if you plan to consume alcohol.

What is the age restriction to attend?

Guests must be at least 19 years old to participate.

Chef Jefferson Alvarez's Dinner at Swallow Tail Adventures | Events | Food Tour

Vancouver’s vibrant culinary scene takes a bold detour with Chef Jefferson Alvarez’s Dinner, presented by Swallow Tail Adventures. This isn’t just a meal—it’s an intimate pop-up dining event inside Chef Robin’s inviting home kitchen, where seasonal ingredients meet the bold, nuanced flavors of Latin America. For food lovers seeking an immersive taste experience away from the city's traditional restaurant hustle, this secret supper club is a stand-out gem.

Situated in Vancouver, British Columbia, a city renowned for its proximity to coastal waters and lush Pacific Northwest landscapes, Swallow Tail Adventures extends its outdoor reputation into the culinary realm. This unique dinner pairs the spirit of adventure with refined gastronomy. Chef Alvarez, hailed by Vancouver food critics as one of the city’s most innovative culinary talents, draws on his Venezuelan roots to craft a multi-course menu that deftly balances smoky, fresh, and tangy elements rooted in seasonal produce.

Guests gather around a long table to share dishes like charcoal-grilled pine mushrooms with parsnip purée and halibut accented by aji amarillo and cancha corn. The main highlight, Panca-glazed lamb shoulder served with vibrant Peruvian-style green rice, epitomizes the creative depth of the menu. The setting—a private home kitchen—offers warmth and conviviality, making this experience much more than dinner; it’s a community of food enthusiasts exchanging stories and savoring unexpected flavors.

This supper club reflects Vancouver’s broader cultural mosaic and its close-knit food scene, giving outdoor explorers a taste of innovative dining that complements mountain trails and waterfront hikes. Reservations are limited, and the dinner runs for about three hours, emphasizing a slow, thoughtful approach to eating. Whether you’re returning from a day of urban adventure or seeking something off the beaten path, Chef Jefferson Alvarez's Dinner with Swallow Tail Adventures redefines how you connect with place through food.

About Swallow Tail Adventures

Swallow Tail Adventures is a Mayne Island, British Columbia–based experiential food and foraging company that offers guided walks, hands-on harvesting, and intimate supper-club dinners. Founded to showcase coastal BC’s edible landscapes, the company curates seasonal experiences that connect participants with wild foods, sustainable harvesting practices, and local chefs.

Offerings include multi-course pop-up dinners, mushroom and seaweed foraging walks, a spring and summer foraging class, and chef-led tasting events. Signature experiences listed publicly are Carnivoria in the Garden, Spring + Summer Foraging Class, Wild Mushroom Trip Whistler, Seaweed Harvesting 101, Wild Mushroom Dinner, Wild Mushroom Education Field Trip, Chef Jefferson Alvarez's Dinner, and Sea Foraging Experience. Events occur on Mayne Island and nearby Gulf Islands, with select trips on Whistler and Galiano Island where noted.

Guides and chefs on Swallow Tail Adventures focus on identification, ethical harvesting, preservation techniques, and simple cooking methods. Many experiences include tastings, PDF plant guides, or discussions led by foraging chefs and myco-guides. Participants are encouraged to bring beverages for supper-club events.

Swallow Tail Adventures has been featured on The Adventure Collective, and the company emphasizes small-group, educational, and culinary-focused outings. Prospective guests can expect outdoor walks of varying lengths, seasonal menus based on local harvests, and instruction aimed at safe, sustainable enjoyment of BC’s coastal and forest ecosystems.

Many experiences include take-home PDF guides, hands-on cooking demonstrations, and guided tastings; bookings are typically small-group and scheduled seasonally to match local harvest windows and ecological best practices. Participants receive practical safety and storage tips for foraging success.