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FALL FLAVOURS FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY SOBEYS RETURNS WITH EXPANDED CALENDAR SHOWCASING THE BEST OF CANADA’S FOOD ISLAND!

CHARLOTTETOWN – Prince Edward Island, Canada’s Food Island, is once again set to host a world-class culinary experience, as the award-winning Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival presented by Sobeys returns for its sixteenth edition this September 26 – October 12!

Prepare to feed your soul on a remarkable culinary journey, as Fall Flavours expands to three full weeks of programming – featuring fresh local ingredients, picturesque settings, unique venues, exceptional entertainment, and unforgettable experiences from some of Prince Edward Island’s most-renowned curators of Island cuisine and craft beverages.

“At Food Island Partnership, we’re excited to spotlight the incredible culinary scene of Canada’s Food Island with the Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival. This festival is all about celebrating our commitment to local, sustainable food and the creativity of our chefs and producers. Come join us and experience the unique flavours and vibrant culture that make our island a food lover’s dream. We believe your food story starts here.” – Bryan Inglis, CEO, Food Island Partnership.

This year, Fall Flavours will feature more than 20 authentic culinary-themed events, each showcasing the absolute best of Prince Edward Island food, drink, and culture from communities ‘tip-to-tip’. Guests from across the province, around the region, and beyond can look forward to an incredible lineup of new, enhanced, and curated experiences, celebrating the very best of Canada’s Food Island!

“Passionate food producers, creative chefs, and iconic landscapes continue to make PEI a premier destination for visitors, and a source of pride and opportunity for locals. I am pleased that the Government of Canada is supporting this year’s Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival as it showcases the world-class offerings of our food and tourism sectors.”

– Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA

“Fall Flavours will once again celebrate our Island culinary culture with an event that will have something for everyone. Attendees can be sure of an authentic Island experience with distinctive food, beautiful venues and talented chefs from all over the world. Fall Flavours will offer a vast array of experiences and solidifies our province as a four-season tourist destination.” – Hon. Cory Deagle, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture

Tickets for the PEI Fall Flavours Food & Drink Festival presented by Sobeys are available beginning now at FallFlavours.ca

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Media Contact:

Kim Doyle

CEO, Resonate XM Inc. – Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival Management

kim@resonatexm.com | 902.314.8682

The Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival presented by Sobeys – September 26 – October 12, 2024 – is hosted by Canada’s Food Island, and is an initiative of Food Island Partnership, with funding support provided by Tourism PEI and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Established in 2007, Fall Flavours has grown to become an award-winning, internationally-renowned culinary festival. Fall Flavours won the Restaurants Canada & Diversey Culinary Tourism Award at the 2019 Canadian Tourism Awards.