At SAVOUR Muskoka our vision is to provide the consumer with a wide selection of regional culinary products, experiences and packages that are unique to Muskoka and that can be marketed successfully to the visitor market. We are working to successfully develop the Muskoka region as a dynamic culinary tourism destination, by promoting all sectors of the economy with an interest in local food and drink.
Overall, culinary tourism in our region has a proud history but its most recent chapter began in the 1800's with the arrival of tourists on steamship and train for summers at area resorts and cottages. Indeed, many of the first resorts evolved from farming operations started by settlers. At one time, much of the fresh produce consumed by visitors was grown locally and to this day Butter & Egg Road near Milford Bay serves as a reminder of the many farms that used to supply dairy products to tourists. Through SAVOUR Muskoka you now have the opportunity to experience the uniqueness of our culture through local food and drink. In December 2004, area representatives from the agricultural, hospitality, retail, and micro-processing industries came together and created a plan to promote the Muskoka/Parry Sound region as a dynamic culinary tourism destination.
You can now choose from a wide variety of quality culinary events, trails, packages and experiences as you explore Muskoka & Parry Sound. To ensure that what you buy is either processed in Muskoka or grown locally look for the SAVOUR Muskoka logo at area farmers' markets and retail locations. When you dine at Member restaurants, signature items will be highlighted with the logo indicating that they have been made with local product.
Are you a chef, restaurant owner, farmer, or culinary artisan? Learn about our membership by clicking here.
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Are you a fan of SAVOUR Muskoka or just discovering us?
Enjoy fresh, local food at the SAVOUR Muskoka Field-to-Fork Tasting Event on Sunday, August 14th, 2011 in Milford Bay at Brooklands Farm!
Enter to win a pair of tickets to the SAVOUR Muskoka Field-to-Fork, simply click here and follow the link.
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