Culinary Tourism Alliance

Guess what? Our Destination Development has crafted something very exciting! . Taste of Place Leadership is a new online program from the Culinary Tourism Alliance, designed specifically for destination professionals who want to support the growth of culinary and agritourism in their communities. . Participants will progress through the program through a combination of self-paced online learning modules, expert-led discussions, and interactive virtual workshops with other destination professionals in their cohort. . Think you'd like to know more? Check out this link: https://lnkd.in/eJKYdGSv

🎉✨ All Niagara Parks restaurants are FeastON certified by the Culinary Tourism Alliance! As we gear up for the holiday season, we take pride in celebrating local excellence. By dining with us, you not only enjoy a delightful selection of Niagara VQA wines and Ontario craft beers 🍷🍻, but you also support Ontario's vibrant food, beverage, and agricultural sectors🎄🥳

We're honoured to be a finalist for the Business Event of the Year Award at this year's Canadian Tourism Awards at the Tourism Industry Association of Canada Tourism Congress in December. . In light of that we're also incredibly happy to announce that we are back in 2025! SAVE THE DATE for May 13th-14th in Destination Markham Corporation, Ontario. More details will be released very, very soon. . We'd love to see you there.

Join us for a Feast On ® Mixer at Restaurant Ricky + Olivia – A vibrant networking event where members of the Feast On® community connect, collaborate, and share ideas. It’s also the perfect opportunity for non-certified businesses to discover the benefits of becoming Feast On® certified and how to get involved in Ontario’s local food movement. Tickets include drinks and delicious light bites by Ricky + Olivia! ✨ All proceeds will be donated to Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre. 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/g7KGArtN

Last week our team was happy to recognize several folks through out the province doing amazing work in culinary tourism at the Culinary Tourism Awards of Excellence held at the Ontario Tourism Summit. Highlights included: 🏆 Culinary Leadership Award of the Year Winner: Tourism Kingston 🎉 Culinary Event of the Year: The Bala Cranberry Festival 🍋 Culinary Experience of the Year: Twisted Lemon Restaurant + Boutique Inn 🪶 Culinary Tourism DEI Award: Visit Kingston for "Call to Action 83: What Does Reconciliation Taste Like?" in participation with several fantastic folks including: Chefs + Beverage Producers: Chef Zach Keeshig, Naagan Chef  Leah Marshall Hannon, Stella’s Eatery  Chef Lee Arden Lewis, formerly of Jackson’s Falls Country Inn and Restaurant  Chef Joseph Shawana, Professor & Indigenous Culinary Advisor, Centennial College and Owner/Operator, Kūkŭm Kitchen    Chef William Arnaud, Otter Creek Kitchen  Chef Cayley Balint, Frontenac Club  Chef Colin Johnson, Queen’s University  Chef Cassandra Mercier, Atomica    Alix Carr-Harris, Owner/Operator, Haymakers Coffee Co.  Sarah Sanders, Head Bartender, Frontenac Club Artisans Jennifer Brant  Lorie Young (fire-keeper)  Brodrick Gabriel (fire-keeper) Territory Elder  Kanonhsyonne Janice Hill And program curation and coordination in collaboration with Tourism Kingston: Dr. Terri-Lynn Brennan, Inclusive Voices Natalie Goldenberg-Fife, Gold & Fife You can read more about it at the link in our bio! Thank you so much to all the many, many amazing nominees. We're proud to know you and work alongside you.

Join us on December 7th at Navy Hall, Fort George in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake Ontario for an unforgettable evening of culinary storytelling in partnership with Parks Canada! Experience the rich flavours and traditions of Indigenous cuisine with celebrated chefs Tawnya Brant and Aicha Smith-Belghaba. 🍽️ . Start your night by warming up with cozy outdoor refreshments by the fire, then enjoy a stunning multi-course dinner showcasing seasonal ingredients and inspired beverage pairings. Each dish is crafted with care and reverence for nature’s bounty. 🌿 . Throughout the evening, the chefs will share their inspirations and the stories behind each course, inviting you to engage in meaningful dialogue about the history and culture of this land. This event honours Indigenous culinary traditions while fostering connection and understanding as part of the ongoing journey toward reconciliation. . 🎟️ Tickets are $225 per person, including all food, beverage pairings, and gratuity. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a memorable night—secure your spot today here: https://lnkd.in/gXjF9DnS 🥂Join us in this celebration of community, culture, and culinary excellence! . The Great Taste of Canada Experience is brought you in partnership with Parks Canada, with support from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Agence fédérale de ... (FedDev Ontario). . Le 7 décembre, vivez avec nous une soirée inoubliable au Navy Hall du fort George, dans la magnifique ville de Niagara-on-the-Lake (Ontario). Au cours de cette soirée présentée en partenariat avec Parcs Canada, découvrez les riches traditions et saveurs de la cuisine autochtone avec Tawnya Brant et Aicha Smith-Belghaba, cheffes reconnues. 🍽️ . Commencez la soirée en plein air, en dégustant des rafraîchissements près du feu, puis savourez un succulent repas. D’un service à l’autre, découvrez des ingrédients de saison, relevés d’accords de boissons inspirés. Chaque plat est préparé avec soin et respect pour les richesses de la nature. 🌿 . Tout au long de la soirée, les cheffes partageront l’histoire derrière chaque plat, vous invitant à engager un dialogue sur l’histoire et la culture de ce territoire. Cet événement honore les traditions culinaires autochtones et favoriser la connexion et la compréhension, dans un esprit de réconciliation. . 🎟️ Le prix du billet est de 225 $ par personne, ce qui comprend tous les plats, les accords et le pourboire. Ne manquez pas cette occasion de participer à une soirée mémorable! Réservez votre place dès aujourd’hui ici: https://lnkd.in/g4REDGbx . 🥂Joignez-vous à nous pour cette célébration de la communauté, de la culture et de l’excellence culinaire! . Cette expérience des Grands Goûts du Canada est présentée en partenariat avec Parks Canada grâce au soutien de l’Agence fédérale de développement économique pour le Sud de l’Ontario (FedDev Ontario).

Join us on December 7th at Navy Hall, Fort George in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake Ontario for an unforgettable evening of culinary storytelling in partnership with Parks Canada! Experience the rich flavours and traditions of Indigenous cuisine with celebrated chefs Tawnya Brant and Aicha Smith-Belghaba. 🍽️ Start your night by warming up with cozy outdoor refreshments by the fire, then enjoy a stunning multi-course dinner showcasing seasonal ingredients and inspired beverage pairings. Each dish is crafted with care and reverence for nature’s bounty. 🌿 Throughout the evening, the chefs will share their inspirations and the stories behind each course, inviting you to engage in meaningful dialogue about the history and culture of this land. This event honours Indigenous culinary traditions while fostering connection and understanding as part of the ongoing journey toward reconciliation. 🎟️ Tickets are $225 per person, including all food, beverage pairings, and gratuity. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a memorable night—secure your spot today here: https://lnkd.in/gXjF9DnS 🥂Join us in this celebration of community, culture, and culinary excellence! . The Great Taste of Canada Experience is brought you in partnership with Parks Canada, with support from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). . Le 7 décembre, vivez avec nous une soirée inoubliable au Navy Hall du fort George, dans la magnifique ville de Niagara-on-the-Lake (Ontario). Au cours de cette soirée présentée en partenariat avec Parcs Canada, découvrez les riches traditions et saveurs de la cuisine autochtone avec Tawnya Brant et Aicha Smith-Belghaba, cheffes reconnues. 🍽️ Commencez la soirée en plein air, en dégustant des rafraîchissements près du feu, puis savourez un succulent repas. D’un service à l’autre, découvrez des ingrédients de saison, relevés d’accords de boissons inspirés. Chaque plat est préparé avec soin et respect pour les richesses de la nature. 🌿 Tout au long de la soirée, les cheffes partageront l’histoire derrière chaque plat, vous invitant à engager un dialogue sur l’histoire et la culture de ce territoire. Cet événement honore les traditions culinaires autochtones et favoriser la connexion et la compréhension, dans un esprit de réconciliation. 🎟️ Le prix du billet est de 225 $ par personne, ce qui comprend tous les plats, les accords et le pourboire. Ne manquez pas cette occasion de participer à une soirée mémorable! Réservez votre place dès aujourd’hui ici: https://lnkd.in/g4REDGbx 🥂Joignez-vous à nous pour cette célébration de la communauté, de la culture et de l’excellence culinaire!

Gabrielle, Ian, Zain, Rebecca, Tetiana, and Nicole are representing the CTA at TIAO’s #OTS2024 - they’re eager to connect so stop them and say hi! 🤝✨

Are you a business thinking of getting FeastOn® certified? Here are a few things to know! #FeastOn Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dBAff7_C

🌈 As proud members of the Rainbow Registered family with Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) , we’re excited to celebrate inclusivity and acceptance within our culinary community! This means we have gone through a certification process to ensure we are celebrating and supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and creating a safe work environment. Alongside us are many excellent culinary tourism businesses that have gone the extra mile to become Rainbow Registered and create a safer space for employees and those visiting their business! Check them out at the link here https://lnkd.in/geEDWKqT