# Event Details - **Event Name**: Spring Sweets & Sake - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Learn how to prepare and pair authentic Japanese snacks in Canada's first sake production facility.About this EventWe’re excited to introduce our new seasonal workshop series at Sake & Tapas Central on Granville Island, launching this April. Designed for both sake lovers and curious beginners, this immersive experience brings together flavour, learning, and hands-on fun.Hosted multiple times throughout the year, each workshop features a unique seasonal theme, offering something new to discover every time. You’ll explore how to prepare and pair beginner-friendly Japanese-inspired bites with sake in a relaxed, guided setting.Enjoy three curated selections of our small-batch sake, crafted with locally grown, pesticide-free and herbicide-free rice that we exclusively cultivate for our sake right here in the Lower Mainland.We’ll explore the bright character of our crisp Junmai Nama, the smooth depth of our Junmai Nama Nigori, and the lively sparkle of our Junmai Nama Sparkling, while learning what makes each one unique. The workshop also includes rare behind-the-scenes access to see where they are made.Sen of Kintoki Sweets will guide you through a cultural cooking experience filled with distinctive Japanese flavours and hands-on fun. This spring edition brings a fresh twist to an iconic seasonal favourite, hanami dango, the cheerful sakura-viewing mochi dumplings traditionally enjoyed under the cherry blossoms. We’re giving these classic picnic sweets a glow-up, reimagined with creative flavours and thoughtful touches designed to pair deliciously with the sake.As part of the workshop, guests will enjoy a guided tour of Canada’s first sake production facility, offering insight into the craftsmanship behind every bottle. Attendees will leave with the recipes, new skills, and the confidence to impress friends with what they have learned and can recreate in their own kitchens to pair with their favourite sake along with a fresh appreciation for savouring the seasons in the Japanese tradition.Everything you need for the workshop will be provided, including complimentary drink tickets. You’re welcome to bring an apron if you’d like to keep your clothes extra clean.Alcohol & Age Requirement:This workshop includes alcohol service. Participants must be of legal drinking age at the time of the event. Valid government-issued ID may be required upon arrival.Dietary Disclosure:This workshop is fully vegan and contains no wheat-based ingredients; however, the traditional soy sauce used may contain wheat as part of the brewing process. Recipes will also include soy and pecans. Please consider any allergies or sensitivities before registering. If you have specific concerns, we encourage you to contact us in advance. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vancouver/spring-sweets-and-sake/100001983685815674 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 19+ - Duration: 5 hours - Location: 1339 Railspur Alley - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 169.13, max: 169.13, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Vancouver - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: 1339 Railspur Alley - **lat**: 49.2702107 - **long**: -123.1338419 - **full address**: 1339 Railspur Alley, 1339 Railspur Alley, Vancouver, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Spring Sweets & Sake - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/fb8822146360eba5f00b3ae4fdab232c20cb8ec3a318a51ed2cab95c442dc667-rimg-w1200-h600-dcd1c7a6-gmir.jpg?v=1773058661 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Spring Sweets & Sake being held? - **A:** Spring Sweets & Sake takes place on Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 1339 Railspur Alley, 1339 Railspur Alley, Vancouver, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Spring Sweets & Sake? - **A:** Tickets for Spring Sweets & Sake are priced at CAD 169 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityMorning SessionCAD 169 + CAD 11 fee + CAD 8 taxAvailableAfternoon SessionCAD 169 + CAD 11 fee + CAD 8 taxAvailable - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Spring Sweets & Sake? - **A:** Spring Sweets & Sake is strictly for guests aged 19 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 19 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Spring Sweets & Sake? - **A:** Spring Sweets & Sake is organized by Artisan SakeMaker. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Spring Sweets & Sake is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vancouver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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