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Ever taken a sip of an Aperol spritz and been whisked back to that trattoria in an Italian market square? Or popped open a bottle of wine and instantly recalled the time you spent a lazy afternoon strolling that winery’s vineyards two summers ago? Food and drink has always been an experience, and the best kind can instantly take you back to a moment in time.
The Taste of Place Summit understands the importance of bringing the food and drink of a specific area to life. That’s why they’re launching a can’t-miss global summit this summer where destination and economic developers, managers, thought leaders and marketers meet to build their tastes of place, unlocking the positive power of growing culinary tourism. Thoughtful discussions with a side of delicious dishes? Sign us up!
The event for industry professionals, which takes place June 28, 2023, is presented by the Culinary Tourism Alliance in partnership with George Brown College, and with Foodism and Escapism as the official media partner. The Taste of Place Summit features a lineup of Canada’s most engaging chefs and leaders, gathered together to create meaningful and sustainable taste of place experiences.
Guests at the Summit will be privy to panel discussions and presentations from culinary and agritourism experts like chef Jason Bangerter of Langdon Hall, in conversation with our very own editor Katie Bridges; Lori McCarthy, the founder and operator of Food Culture Place, a Cultural Food Residency program crafted to invite people to experience Newfoundland’s way of life; and chef Tammy Maki, the CEO of the award-winning Raven Rising-Global Indigenous Chocolates.
In addition to the Taste of Place Summit on June 28 attendees would be wise to tack on the Waterloo Region Taste of Place Experience the day before on June 27. The excursion (available only to attendees of the Summit) explores the backroads of rural Ontario, giving you a chance to enjoy a Feast On® lunch in the company of some of the province's top culinary connoisseurs.
Taste and learn from the makers themselves — try gouda with cheesemakers Adam and Hannie VanBeirjeik at Mountainoak Cheese; sample seasonally inspired fare at Langdon Hall Hotel & Spa, one of the country’s top restaurants; and cap it all off with gin mules and craft beer at Willibald Farm & Distillery.
Those who register for the Taste of Place Summit before April 30 will be automatically entered to win a $2,000 Air Canada voucher — giving you the chance to fly and try the rich tapestry of tastes in a region straight from the source.
The Taste of Place Summit promises a culinary experience for industry professionals unlike any other — one that’ll leave a lasting memory long after your plate is clean.
The Taste of Place Summit is on June 27-28, at George Brown College.
