Discover Canada's culinary scene
"I know a place." It’s the line that sparks curiosity and guarantees a great time. Canada is that friend who knows where to look—the historic Calgary ranch where fine dining meets local, sustainable ingredients, the Richmond food court stall serving dumplings that could rival Shanghai’s, and the world-famous Vancouver food truck led by an Indigenous chef bringing bannock to the masses. Whatever you’re craving, we’ve got the map. When we say, “We know a place,” we mean it.
Discover Canada's culinary scene
"I know a place." It’s the line that sparks curiosity and guarantees a great time. Canada is that friend who knows where to look—the historic Calgary ranch where fine dining meets local, sustainable ingredients, the Richmond food court stall serving dumplings that could rival Shanghai’s, and the world-famous Vancouver food truck led by an Indigenous chef bringing bannock to the masses. Whatever you’re craving, we’ve got the map. When we say, “We know a place,” we mean it.
A taste of Canada
Rooted in the land
In Canada, the land isn’t just a pretty backdrop—it’s the main ingredient. Alberta’s prairies serve up world-class beef that’s earned acclaim around the globe, Niagara’s frosty winters turn grapes into the gold standard of icewine, and Québec’s maple trees produce syrup so sweet, spring tastes like tradition. Our terrain sets the table and brings the flavor.
Rooted in the land
In Canada, the land isn’t just a pretty backdrop—it’s the main ingredient. Alberta’s prairies serve up world-class beef that’s earned acclaim around the globe, Niagara’s frosty winters turn grapes into the gold standard of icewine, and Québec’s maple trees produce syrup so sweet, spring tastes like tradition. Our terrain sets the table and brings the flavor.
Meet the people behind the plates
Behind every unforgettable meal is someone with a story to tell. In Canada, chefs, farmers, foragers and winemakers are redefining what it means to eat well. From Toronto trailblazers creating diverse global flavors with Canada's finest seasonal produce to Indigenous innovators bringing ancient techniques to modern menus, our culinary scene is as varied as the people who shape it.
Meet the people behind the plates
Behind every unforgettable meal is someone with a story to tell. In Canada, chefs, farmers, foragers and winemakers are redefining what it means to eat well. From Toronto trailblazers creating diverse global flavors with Canada's finest seasonal produce to Indigenous innovators bringing ancient techniques to modern menus, our culinary scene is as varied as the people who shape it.
Food worth the trip
In Canada, food comes with a side of adventure. Visit Whistler to forage for your dinner in summer and snowmobile to a fondue feast in winter. In Alberta, meet the farmers who raised what’s on your plate at a farm-to-table dinner. Hungry for a taste of Québec? Follow the renowned Cheesemakers Circuit and discover cheeses that celebrate the region’s traditions and flavors. Here, food is more than fuel—it’s a window into what makes Canada unlike anywhere else.
Food worth the trip
In Canada, food comes with a side of adventure. Visit Whistler to forage for your dinner in summer and snowmobile to a fondue feast in winter. In Alberta, meet the farmers who raised what’s on your plate at a farm-to-table dinner. Hungry for a taste of Québec? Follow the renowned Cheesemakers Circuit and discover cheeses that celebrate the region’s traditions and flavors. Here, food is more than fuel—it’s a window into what makes Canada unlike anywhere else.
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Explore Canada with Food & Wine
Canada’s food culture goes beyond the expected. With chefs redefining local flavors, regions championing bold culinary traditions, and experiences that connect you to the land and its people, this is a place where food tells a real story. Explore what makes Canada a must-visit destination for food lovers in Food & Wine’s latest issue.
Nourished Lands
Destination Indigenous and the Indigenous Culinary of Associated Nations presents Nourished Lands, an intimate video series of character lead stories exploring the heritage and values of ancestral First Nation and Inuit culinary practices in Canada.
Through the eyes of five acclaimed Indigenous chefs, watch this culinary journey below to explore Indigenous cuisine, the values upheld and the in-depth processes passed down through generations, with the spiritual and cultural meaning it has for them and their communities.
Nourished Lands
Destination Indigenous and the Indigenous Culinary of Associated Nations presents Nourished Lands, an intimate video series of character lead stories exploring the heritage and values of ancestral First Nation and Inuit culinary practices in Canada.
Through the eyes of five acclaimed Indigenous chefs, watch this culinary journey below to explore Indigenous cuisine, the values upheld and the in-depth processes passed down through generations, with the spiritual and cultural meaning it has for them and their communities.
The Thrill of the Hunt
Silla Flaherty, an Inuk chef residing in Iqaluit, Nunavut guides us through her journey of cultural rediscovery through cooking. Join a hunt on the frozen sea ice where we learn the importance of food sovereignty and the traditional practices followed, uncovering the realities of subsistence living in the Arctic tundra.
The Bannock Brotherhood
We join Paul Natrall, known locally as ‘Mr Bannock’ as he takes us through his home territory, the Squamish Nation. We explore the significance of community leadership and the importance of sourcing local ingredients in the creation of his world-famous food truck.
Food is Life
Chef Joseph Shawana explores his culinary journey, addressing the significance his youth and heritage played in it. For Joseph, "food is life", demonstrating that it is readily available all around us, should you take the time to look and learn. He is constantly fusing Indigenous culinary teachings and flavorings with Western styles.
Concrete Roots
Scott Iserhoff, founder of Pei Pei Chei Ow, explores Indigenous cuisine through his own memories. Now residing in Edmonton with his wife and daughter, we learn how he uses food to reconnect people and place, evoking a feeling of comfort and nostalgia.
Sugar Bush Girl
This episode follows Chef Cezin Nottaway on her daily routines in the forest of Kitigan Zibi. On a hiatus from her career as a prestigious chef, Cezin is reconnecting with her roots and traditional foodways. We join her as she harvests the bounties nature provides, from maple tapping to hide tanning.
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