Thank you to everyone who joined us in Markham for the 2025 Taste of Place Summit.
The Taste of Place Summit is the global summit 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. Your ticket includes:
Embark on an adventure to discover our host region’s tastes of place! Delegates will choose one of four carefully curated learning journeys to experience best-in-class tourism offerings. Participants will meet the growers, producers, and chefs behind it all, gaining tips and insights along the way. Lunch and transportation are included.
In 2025, delegates chose from the following journeys – stay tuned for announcements for next year’s event in Edmonton!
Super Local, Super Global
Check out our promo video below to get inspired!
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This learning journey immerses participants in one of the world’s most dynamic and culturally diverse culinary landscapes. Delegates will explore Toronto’s vibrant food scene, meeting the growers, producers and chefs who embody the city’s “taste of place.” From urban farms to rooftop gardens and sustainable breweries, this journey celebrates the traditions and innovation that make Toronto a global leader in culinary tourism.
Explore Evergreen Brickworks, an urban oasis, and taste the famous blueberry scones from Picnic Café. Then, head to Feast On®-certified Avling Brewery for a delectable lunch and a tour of the rooftop farm. Closing out the day, we’ll had to the Distillery District for a tour with tastings, led by Go Tours.
Check out our promo video below to check out the full lineup:
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Let’s wander through Niagara! As we make our way to our first stop, you’ll enjoy pre-packaged breakfast and baked goods from Niagara Food Company, fuelling up for a day of exploration! Next, discover why this region is at the heart of Canada’s wine scene as we visit one of two outstanding wineries featured on the tour. First stop at 13th Street Winery and enjoy a tour, guided tasting, and their famous butter tart experience. Next, head to Ball’s Falls Conservation Area for a delicious lunch by Feast On® certified Fat Rabbit, hosted in the Historic Barn. After lunch, Wines of Ontario will lead a Local Wine Experience, offering a deeper dive into the region’s world-class VQA wines, their terroir, and expert pairing insights, followed by an immersive guided tour of the Lower Falls & Grist Mill, led by NPCA interpreters. To round out the day, this tour visit Rosewood Winery & Meadery! Delegates will explore the apiary and gardens, then sip and sample a curated wine flight paired with cheese.
Here’s a little sneak peek of what you’re in for:
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Join us for “Reel” food tour in Mississauga, a one-of-a-kind food journey hosted by Aashim Aggarwal, better known to his fans as @seed.eat.repeat! Explore Mississauga’s authentically diverse food scene through the eyes of this popular food influencer and local food tour guide. Savor mouthwatering dishes from local hidden gems while learning how to craft engaging social media content that captivates your audience. Perfect your reel skills, gain insider tips on content creation, and share your unique experience with Visit Mississauga. This immersive tour is the perfect blend of flavours, creativity, and culture, making it an unforgettable adventure for food lovers and content creators alike. Come hungry, leave inspired, and celebrate Mississauga’s vibrant culinary culture!
Check out our reel for a sneak peek of what delegates are in for!
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Network with destination developers, thought leaders, marketers and stakeholders from across the culinary tourism value chain to share strategies and learn how to grow your tastes of place. Our lineup of speakers and discussion panels will give delegates insights and inspiration to unleash the power of growing culinary and agritourism in their operations and destinations.
The Main Stage program will be presented in both official languages. Translation devices will be available.
