An “open mic night” for culinary talent
Every week guest cooks, amateur or professional, are invited to The Dep to make their favourite food. In June & July, Drop-In Dinners are on Wednesday nights.
Drop-In Dinners are prepared by a ever-changing lineup of guest cooks, with a unique menu every week. With main courses priced around $10-$14, Drop-In Dinners start at 6pm, and are served first-come, first-served until we sell out, or until around 9pm. No reservations are needed (or taken) – just “drop in”. Seating is at one of the two big tables or at the window counters. Dinners can also be ordered to-go, and you’re welcome to bring your own containers if you like.
Wherever possible, we provide vegetarian, vegan and/or gluten-free options. Check event listings for menu details.
The Dep is not licensed and these events are not BYOB.
NOTE: Drop-In Dinners occasionally sell out before 9pm
We’re always looking for enterprising foodies who’d like to cook for a crowd and make a bit of extra cash. If you’d like to do a Drop-In Dinner at The Depanneur, click here to learn more.
Upcoming Drop-In Dinners at The Dep
Upcoming Events › Drop-In Dinner
January 2020
DROP-IN DINNER: Indian Street Snax & Noodles by Thindi
Many people in North America are familiar with Ramen, but Anuja Mehta & Abhilash Achar are introducing them to Thindi, a uniquely Indian take on noodles. Flavoured with authentic Indian spices and fresh, local ingredients these noodle dishes are more saucy than soupy — the noodles are really the star of the show with their toothsome texture and ability to absorb a ton of flavour. ----- Noodle (Maggi) Cheese Bombs $7 Deep-fried noodle balls with a gooey cheesy center. Pineapple…
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DROP-IN DINNER: Mole Verde by Erika Araujo
Join Chef Erika Araujo for a menu that will transport you to Mexico — from street food favourites from the streets of Mexico City to the rich and complex sauces of Oaxaca, these classic recipes showcase the flavours and textures of authentic Mexican cuisine. ----- Tlacoyos $6 Tlacoyos are an oval-shaped pre-Hispanic Mexican dish also made from corn masa. Somewhat torpedo-shaped, they are fatter than tortillas and often stuffed with cooked ground beans, cheese or other ingredients before being fried or griddled.…
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