OCFF 2026

nov 6-7 | shenkman arts centre - ottawa

Less rush. More pour.

Cork & Fork is an intimate indoor experience where curated pours, local flavours, and live energy come together in a space made for slowing down and settling in.
OCFF 2026 vendors: beverage and food vendor logos
OCFF 2026CHEF CHALLENGE
Ottawa Senior Chef’s Culinary Challenge
Saturday, November 7 · 6:30–8:00 PM · Session 3

Hosted by the Ottawa Culinary Federation and endorsed by Team Canada, this high-energy regional qualifier sends its winning chef to the provincial finals in Toronto. Six professional chefs go head-to-head as you taste each chef’s signature dish, with an optional wine pairing curated by our on-site sommelier. Meet the chefs, cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award, and watch the judges crown the official winner.

LIMITED TO 100 GUESTS · AN EXCLUSIVE 90-MINUTE EXPERIENCE
meet the chefs & hosts
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your hosts
OCFF 2026 VIP After Party at Mexi's Orléans featuring DJ Mace, 10:30 PM to 1:30 AM
make a night of it
Stay safe. Stay the night.

Enjoy every pour and skip the drive home. Our hotel partner, the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ottawa East – Orléans, is right across the street from the Shenkman Arts Centre. Festival guests get a preferred rate that includes free breakfast, parking and Wi-Fi.

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Rate available November 6 – 8, 2026