The Culinary Scoop

The Culinary Tourism Alliance has unveiled Feast On® the Farm – a thoughtfully curated gastronomic experience debuting this September. The intimate (50ppl) ticketed events allow foodies from across Ontario the opportunity to indulge in culinary creations by some of the best chefs in the province – meeting the people creating change in Ontario’s food and drink space.

With 14+ years of experience organizing and hosting events such as the Culinary Tourism Summit, Terroir Symposium, and Feast On® StockSeries, the Culinary Tourism Alliance has developed this event series to support tourism recovery efforts within its Great Taste of Ontario program. “The effects of the pandemic have been devastating to the tourism and hospitality industries. We have an opportunity to rebuild in ways that contribute meaningfully to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our goal with these events is get back to safe in-person events that showcase the very best of Ontario’s local culinary talent and tastes of place while supporting the sustainable recovery and growth of our local culinary tourism industry,” explains President & CEO Rebecca Mackenzie.

Sunday, September 12 | 11 am – 5 pm EST | 126 Street bet. Lenox Ave & Adam Clayton Powell Blvd

Free with RSVP.

The Thrillist Block Party kicks off in Harlem; the first iteration will be presented by DoorDash and sponsored by Coca-Cola®, Corona Refresca, and Clorox. The event is free to attend, Thrillist Block Party is the ultimate community party with a purpose and will celebrate the rich culture of Harlem and will give back to the local community — supporting numerous small businesses, which have been impacted by the pandemic. Attendees can expect an unforgettable neighborhood experience including a Black Greek Fraternity & Sorority Unity Stroll, Gospel open mic, Sundae Sermon DJ Set, Harlem Parade Vogue/Ballroom Exhibition with House of Miyake Mugler, roller-skating, pop-up performances, food trucks from Thrillist’s favorite Harlem restaurants, and Harlem Park to Park’s  Shop HARLEM, a marketplace featuring local Black businesses.

Thrillist Block Party is executive producer by Tren’ness Woods-Black – Tren’ness is the president and creative strategist of Tren’ness Woods-Black LLC (TWB); executive producer of Cornbread & Conversations and the granddaughter of Sylvia Woods – founder of the iconic and internationally-known restaurant and CPG brand, Sylvia’s.

The one-day event will be kicked off by Harlem’s own author/radio & TV personality Bevy Smith.

VIP speeches by: Rev. Al Sharpton, Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer, Andrew Rigie (NYC Hospitality Alliance) and more.

Attendees may RSVP to attend at: https://thrillistharlemblockparty.splashthat.com/

Attendees must show proof of vaccination for everyone ages 12 and up. Masks are encouraged.