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Greek Fest returns this weekend with drive-through food pickup

Greek Fest is back for a 19th year, with a few changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event began Friday and continues through Sunday at the Greek Community Centre, 4648 Elk Lake Dr. — next to Saanich Commonwealth Place — then returns from Sept.
Jeff Bell
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Loukoumades - a hot treat similar to mini doughnuts - are prepared at the 2018 Greek Fest. This year's event is going to look a little different thanks to the pandemic.DARREN STONE

Greek Fest is back for a 19th year, with a few changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The event began Friday and continues through Sunday at the Greek Community Centre, 4648 Elk Lake Dr. — next to Saanich Commonwealth Place — then returns from Sept. 4-7.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily

Because of COVID, Greek Fest will feature drive-through food pickup, online ordering and a cultural tour by reservation.

The menu includes roast lamb, souvlaki, spanakopita, baklava, loukamades and more. Organizers suggest taking your food to nearby Elk/Beaver Lake for a socially distanced picnic.

The cultural tour delves into the history of Greece and of Greeks in B.C., including Juan de Fuca.

Last year’s Greek Fest attracted more than 23,500 people.

For more information, call 250-250 727-1580 or visit www.greekfest.ca.