Mid-Vancouver Island's
Festival for Foodies

Jan 21 to Feb 8, 2026

Who are we?

Dine About Mid Island is a volunteer-driven initiative dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the culinary diversity of the mid-Island region through our annual food festival. By partnering with a variety of local restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and beverage makers, we create a memorable multi-week dining experience that connects residents and visitors alike to the unique flavours and creative talent of our community.

Read about our mission

Map of Dine About Locations 2024

Dine at Dine  About

No tickets necessary, but reservations are recommended! Sample the fare of our participating establishments in Cedar, Nanaimo, Gabriola Island, Lantzville, Nanoose, Parksville, & Qualicum.  

Special menus at nice prices!

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Photo Contest

a prize worth over $1000

Your photo could win the grand prize valued at over $1000.  All you need to enter is the Instagram mobile app and a picture of your delicious experience during Dine About!

  1. Post a photo of your dining experience at a participating establishment,
  2. Tag the establishment,
  3. Add #DineAbout2025

At the end of the Dine About festival, the winner will be chosen at random and announced on 102.3 The Wave's and 106.9 The Wolf's morning shows. The more entries, the more chance to win! Terms and conditions.

Daily Prizes
Participating establishments are giving away gift cards and products!​

Simply tune in—and call in—to win! 

102.3 The Wave 250-756-1023
106.9 The Wolf  250-760-1069
99.9 The Lounge 250-248-8040

Horang Korean Inspired Restaurant and Bar
Cheese Galbi Jjim — Horang
Horang Korean Inspired Restaurant and Bar

Check out the menus at participating establishments!

Baby Salsa Mexican Restaurant
Bin 4 Burger Lounge
Bistro Taiyo Japanese Restaurant
Camas Restaurant
Chefs Course
Chicken Zip
Cold Front Gelato
Deez Bar and Grill
Eggie Cafe
Embers Wine & Charcuterie
Gina's Mexican Cafe
Katerina's West Coast Taverna
La Stella Trattoria
Maya Norte
Melange
Nanoose Bay Cafe
Old Town Bakery
Pizzeria La Stella
Qualicum Beach Cafe
The Discovery Room @ VIU
The View Oceanside Grill
Top Notch Burgers
Wild Poppy Market

Do you own or operate a food and beverage business?

Join the Mid-Island's leading food festival and enjoy exclusive perks.

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Events

Launch Party | January 21, 2026

A cascade of canapés and beautiful bevies await you!

Proceeds from tickets and a live auction will benefit Dine About Charity Partners: Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation and Nanaimo Community Kitchens.​ Entertainment and unexpected delights will abound!


Date and Time: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Address: Greenview Taphouse, 3730 Fairwinds Dr, Nanoose Bay

Here's what awaits you: The exciting details are being polished! Stay tuned.


Dine About is Presented by:

And sponsored by:

Charity Partners: