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Wine & food 3 ottawa festival OPENS DEC 16, 2017 nature.ca VISIT PARLIAMENT 4 european Union film festival Nov. 17 to Dec. 4 For this 32nd annual film fest, the National Gallery of Canada will serve as the new home for some of the best cinema coming out of the the European Union. Drama and comedy intertwine throughout the 20-plus feature films that are shown in their original language with English subtitles. In celebrating the cul- tural and educational worth of short and long films from aroud the world, the Canadian Film Institute hosts the three-week long festival. National Gallery of Canada, 380 Sussex Dr., cfi-icf.ca/euff Plan first. Check online for up-to-date visitor information. parl.gc.ca/vis EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Rd., ottawawineandfoodfestival.com LIVE This popular event pays homage to the food that chefs, bakers, and makers are currently cook- ing up. The delectable showcase offers a glamorous atmosphere to match its sophisticated ar- ray of delights. This year will include offerings from over 70 vineyards, a six-foot chocolate fountain, and the return of maî- tre fromager Afrim Pristine. If it’s drinks you’re craving, you’ll be satiated by a wealth of wine, beer, cider, and spirits. Nov. 3-5